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Joliet, IL|
Child Pornography Defendant Fired As Joliet Public Schools' Janitor Reveals His New Private Defense Counsel
Joliet Patch has produced several exclusive stories on Jeremy Ledesma. The Joliet Public School District 86 janitor was fired in January.
John Ferak, Patch Staff
Darien, IL|
Darien May See Competitive Elections In 2 Wards
So far, the mayor and other officials appear to be running unopposed.
David Giuliani, Patch Staff
Frankfort, IL|
Lincoln-Way East Dedicates Football Field To Coach Zvonar
Zvonar is the first and only head football coach in the history of the Griffins.
Andrea Earnest, Patch Staff
Windsor Locks-East Windsor, CT|
Windsor Locks Changes Town Hall Hours
Windsor Locks announced new Town Hall hours effective Nov. 8, including Friday office closures.
Jay Kenney, Patch Staff
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Palatine, IL|
9-Vehicle Crash Shuts Down Northbound Route 53 In Palatine
State police issued an advisory at 7:23 a.m. urging drivers to seek an alternate route and expect delays.
Eric DeGrechie, Patch Staff
Durham-Middlefield, CT|
Middlefield Wetlands Agency Sets Hearings For Eight-Lot Subdivision, Peters Lane Path
Middlefield wetlands officials schedule Nov. 18 hearings on an eight-lot subdivision and proposed path, discuss Lake Beseck runoff concerns.
Rich Kirby, Patch Staff
Hinsdale-Clarendon Hills, IL|
Clarendon Hills Leader's Future Unclear As Another Hopeful Emerges
A plaza-friendly slate plans to run in April. They are calling for a traffic light at a local intersection.
David Giuliani, Patch Staff
Arlington Heights, IL|
Windy City Bulls Open Training Camp With 16-Player Roster
Three two-way players join the camp roster as Windy City prepares for its 10th anniversary season at NOW Arena in Hoffman Estates.
Eric DeGrechie, Patch Staff
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Newington, CT|
Newington Council To Consider $62K Firehouse Design Contract, Open Space Protections
Newington council to review Chapman Street Firehouse plans, open space protections and other proposals at its Oct. 27 meeting.
Rich Kirby, Patch Staff
Oak Lawn, IL|
Former St. Catherine of Alexandria Priest Cleared Of Child Sex Abuse Allegation
Cardinal Blase Cupich sends letters informing parishes that a child sex abuse allegation against Fr. Kenneth Fleck is deemed “unfounded.”
Lorraine Swanson, Patch Staff
Tampa, FL|
Q&A: Meet Brittany Lyssy, Hillsborough County School Board District 2 Candidate
Brittany Lyssy is running against Daniela Simic for the Hillsborough County School Board District 2 seat in the Nov. 3 general election.
Tiffany Razzano, Patch Staff
The Lymes, CT|
Lymes’ Senior Center Plans First Health Resource Fair, Reports More Than 2,800 September Visits
Lymes’ Senior Center announces its first health resource fair Nov. 5, reports 1,016 members and reviews facility maintenance needs.
Rich Kirby, Patch Staff
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Tampa, FL|
Q&A: Meet Kenneth Gay, Hillsborough County School Board District 6 Candidate
Kenneth Gay is running against Karen Perez for the Hillsborough County School Board District 6 seat in the Nov. 3 general election.
Tiffany Razzano, Patch Staff
Sarasota, FL|
Q&A: Meet John Harshman, Sarasota City Commission Candidate
John Harshman is running against Jen Ahearn-Koch and Florence Entler for two Sarasota City Commission seats in the Nov. 3 general election.
Tiffany Razzano, Patch Staff
St. Pete, FL|
Q&A: Meet Linsey Grove, St. Pete City Council District 6 Candidate
Linsey Grove is running against Trevor Mallory for the St. Pete City Council District 6 seat in the Nov. 3 general election.
Tiffany Razzano, Patch Staff
St. Pete, FL|
Q&A: Meet Trevor Mallory, St. Pete City Council District 6 Candidate
Trevor Mallory is running against Linsey Grove for the St. Pete City Council District 6 seat in the Nov. 3 general election.
Tiffany Razzano, Patch Staff
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St. Pete, FL|
Q&A: Meet Gabriel Hament, St. Pete City Council District 2 Candidate
Gabriel Hament is running against Courtney Bermudez for the St. Pete City Council District 2 seat in the Nov. 3 general election.
Tiffany Razzano, Patch Staff
Hoboken, NJ|
Owner Of Closed Maroons Ice Cream Restaurant In Hoboken Reveals Its Future
Will Maroons ice cream return in Hoboken, and what about the Ridgewood location? An owner told all.
Caren Lissner, Patch Staff
Bethwood, CT|
Bethany Selectmen Approve Solar Program Agreement, Economic Development Appointment
Bethany selectmen approve a solar purchasing program agreement, appoint a commission alternate and authorize a bond counsel search.
Rich Kirby, Patch Staff
Lower Southampton, PA|
'Gatsby' Cast Sheds Light On Show, Unfolding In Southampton This Weekend
Hear insights from the talented cast of "The Great Gatsby," presented at the Center Stage at the Southampton Arts Center this weekend.
Lisa Finn, Patch Staff
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Across California, CA|
Trader Joe's, Ross, Home Goods Among Chains Planning Major CA Expansions
The retailers are adding locations across the Golden State.
Kristina Houck, Patch Staff
Cherry Hill, NJ|
Cherry Hill Board Of Education General Election 2026: Steven Redfearn
Patch spoke with your local candidates seeking public office.
Eddie Callahan, Patch Staff
Cherry Hill, NJ|
Cherry Hill Board Of Education General Election 2026: Darby Malvey
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Cherry Hill, NJ|
Cherry Hill Board Of Education General Election 2026: Melissa Manzano
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Eddie Callahan, Patch Staff
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Cinnaminson, NJ|
Cinnaminson Township Committee General Election 2026: Ryan Horner
Patch spoke with your local candidates seeking public office.
Eddie Callahan, Patch Staff
Cinnaminson, NJ|
Cinnaminson Township Committee General Election 2026: Ernest T. McGill
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Cinnaminson, NJ|
Cinnaminson Township Committee General Election 2026: Nicholas Sullivan
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Cinnaminson, NJ|
Cinnaminson Township Committee General Election 2026: Zachary Sireci
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Eddie Callahan, Patch Staff
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Moorestown, NJ|
Burlington County Commissioner General Election 2026: Jonathan Chebra
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Eddie Callahan, Patch Staff
Moorestown, NJ|
Burlington County Commissioner General Election 2026: Randy Brolo
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Eddie Callahan, Patch Staff
Dublin, CA|
Dublin Principal Shows Off Dance Moves On National TV
Amador Elementary's Michael D’Ambrosio went to New York to see the Knicks, but ended up dancing on “Live with Kelly and Mark.”
Michael Wittner, Patch Staff
Rohnert Park-Cotati, CA|
Inside Tournament Of Champions With Fans Of Guy Fieri’s WWE Of Cooking Shows
Fans traveled across California for Friday’s semifinals, trading television screens for seats near the chefs.
Angela Woodall, Patch Staff
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Fairfield, CT|
Fairfield Warde High School Continues French Exchange Student Program
Seven students and two teachers from Thomas d’Aquin schools in Lyon, France, this week wrapped up a two-week stint with host families.
Alfred Branch, Patch Staff
Cherry Hill, NJ|
Man Shot Along Camden Road, Officials Say
He went to Cooper Medical Center in a private vehicle.
Eddie Callahan, Patch Staff
Across America, US|
Backyard Fire Pits Can Put Neighbors At Odds Over Smoke: Block Talk
A cozy backyard fire for one household can mean closed windows next door. Tell us how much neighbors should accommodate each other.
Beth Dalbey, Patch Staff
Downers Grove, IL|
'Room To Welcome More People:' Lantern Pizza Co. Expand With Dining Room
Lantern Pizza Co.'s new dining room has seating for close to 100 people and offers views of the shop's pizza kitchen.
Lisa Marie Farver, Patch Staff
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North Fork, NY|
'The Vagina Monologues' Debuts In Southold, Shines Light On Domestic Violence Awareness
"Behind every statistic is a real person with a story, a family, and a future worth protecting." The show benefits Hope & Resilience LI.
Lisa Finn, Patch Staff
Skokie, IL|
'Old Orchard Mall Is a Terrible Neighbor': Skokie Resident Blasts Shopping Center Over Parking Dispute
A Skokie resident said the mall tickets Niles North High School teachers and tows students' cars while they're in class.
Rachel Barnes, Patch Staff
Across America, US|
The 3,100 Pound Pumpkin, Thieves Steal $1M In Pokémon Cards: Weird News & Oddities
A trading-card heist, a runaway cow and a rare shark visit, plus a macabre tale of pampered vultures and doomed pigeons.
Beth Dalbey, Patch Staff
Manassas, VA|
Dominion Energy Sues Prince William County Over Substation Permit Denial
Dominion Energy is suing the Prince William Board of Supervisors over its rejection of a special use permit for the Vint Hill substation.
Michelle Witte, Patch Staff
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