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Arlington, VA|
GW Parkway Traffic Stop In Arlington Leads To Drug Charges
A man was charged after U.S. Park Police said drugs were found during a George Washington Parkway traffic stop.
Michael O'Connell, Patch Staff
Vernon, CT|
As Search For His Replacement Intensifies, Vernon Superintendent Gets Another State Accolade
The governor has selected Vernon Superintendent of Schools Joseph Macary for a major commission.
Chris Dehnel, Patch Staff
Northport, NY|
Lulu, Scarred After Protecting Kittens, Needs A Home: Northport Kitty Of The Week
Lulu, a young mother cat who defended her kittens from a raccoon, is waiting for adoption at Pet Supplies Plus in East Northport.
Kepherd Daniel, Patch Staff
Woodbridge, VA|
FBI Employee At Quantico Pleads Not Guilty To Child Sexual Abuse Material Charges
Cary Andre Rue, an FBI employee at Quantico, pleaded not guilty Tuesday to federal child sexual abuse material charges.
Michael O'Connell, Patch Staff
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Huntington, NY|
Simba, Young ‘King Of The Jungle,’ Seeks His Pride: Huntington Adoptable Pet Of The Week
Simba, a 3-month-old kitten rescued with his mother, Sarabi, is energetic, affectionate and looking for a home with another cat.
Kepherd Daniel, Patch Staff
Joliet, IL|
Shooting In Crest Hill Business, Employee Returns Wearing All Black, Armed With Pistol: Prosecutors
Arturas Proskurinas Jr. of Lockport lost his hearing under the Illinois SAFE-T-Act. He will stay in Will County's Jail indefinitely now.
John Ferak, Patch Staff
Concord, NH|
Concord Police Providing Safety Patrols After U.S. District Judge Strikes Down Voter Security Provision
Patrols are taking place at the home and neighborhood of Judge Samantha Elliott after she overturned part of the proof-of-citizenship law.
Tony Schinella, Patch Staff
Long Beach, NY|
Long Beach City Council Authorizes Tax Increase In Special Meeting
The Long Beach City Council held a special meeting Friday with two items on the agenda, one of which authorized a tax increase.
Tom Gambardella, Patch Staff
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Jersey City, NJ|
Hudson County Man, 44, Dies In Chain Reaction Crash On Route 78: Police
A 44-year-old NJ man died in a chain reaction crash on a highway last week, state police confirmed.
Caren Lissner, Patch Staff
Darien, IL|
Panhandling Comes Up Again At Darien Council
Officials have brought up the issue over the years. The city is limited in what it can do.
David Giuliani, Patch Staff
Fredericksburg, VA|
127 Birds Seized In VA Cockfighting Investigation
Deputies seized 127 birds and a dog from a Spotsylvania County property in a suspected cockfighting operation, authorities said.
Michael O'Connell, Patch Staff
Brooklyn, NY|
Brooklyn Judges Parking Lot Fight Continues After Secured Funding
Brooklyn officials push ahead with a $21 million park plan while judges continue to use a contested Columbus Park parking lot.
Ainsley Martinez, Patch Staff
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Farmington, CT|
Farmington Sidewalk Proposal Tweaked To Improve Safety
Farmington officials favor a revised Meadow Road sidewalk route and plan a public hearing on July 14 before moving forward.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
Westfield, NJ|
Residents Pushback Against Affordable Housing Mandates In Union County
Debate grows over state affordable housing rules as Union County towns feel mounting pressure.
Joe Murray, Patch Staff
Reston, VA|
RA Board Hears Updates On Land Use, Pesticide Notices, Lakes And Facility Planning
Reston Association’s acting CEO outlined land use tracking, pesticide notice changes and facility planning steps.
Michael O'Connell, Patch Staff
Darien, IL|
Darien Homeowner Groups Kept Out Of Loop On Building Permits: Resident
Residents violate association covenants. Darien officials can't regulate such situations.
David Giuliani, Patch Staff
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Newark, NJ|
NJ Sues Owner Of ICE Prison, Sherrill Demands Inspections Amid Wave Of Complaints
New Jersey has filed a lawsuit against the GEO Group, one of the largest private prison companies in the nation. Here’s why.
Eric Kiefer, Patch Staff
South Windsor, CT|
Amadasun Sworn In After South Windsor Election Ruling
South Windsor Republicans said they respect the legal process but are disappointed by the court’s ruling.
Jay Kenney, Patch Staff
Phoenixville, PA|
Phoenixville School District Now Charging Residents A Fee To Use High School Track
The district said the track will only open for a narrow window of time each day.
Justin Heinze, Patch Staff
Pittsburgh, PA|
Pittsburgh Restaurauant & Real Estate Businesses Rebrand
One of Pittsburgh's most active real estate and restaurant businesses has announced a new rebranding effort. Get the details here.
Eric Heyl, Patch Staff
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Hicksville, NY|
Bass Pro Shops Plans 1st-Ever Long Island Location
Plans call for a 130,000-square-foot outdoor retail destination, creating more than 200 jobs and bringing foot traffic to the area.
Melanie Gulbas, Patch Staff
Buffalo Grove, IL|
British Swim School Opens New Buffalo Grove Location
The swim school, located inside the Four Points by Sheraton, offers water safety and survival-focused lessons for children and adults.
Eric DeGrechie, Patch Staff
Plainfield, IL|
White Satin Bridal Is Closed For Good, Citing Damage From HopScotch Fire
"It is with heavy hearts that we share we are unable to reopen White Satin Bridal due to the fire and the resulting damage," owners said.
Emily Rosca, Patch Staff
Fairfield, CT|
Dangerous Weapons Seized By Fairfield Police During Alleged Assault Investigation
A Fairfield man has been arrested in connection with the case, according to authorities.
Alfred Branch, Patch Staff
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Channahon-Minooka, IL|
Driver Dies From Gunshot Wound After Fleeing Morris Police Along Interstate 80: State Police
Monday night's incident caused the shutdown of Interstate 80 eastbound for motorists heading toward Joliet and New Lenox.
John Ferak, Patch Staff
Joliet, IL|
Tony's Fresh Market Incident Leaves Employees Overcome With Fear, Joliet Police Arrest Man With Weapon: Cops
Lester Gaines allegedly displayed the knife in a threatening manner before fleeing the business with stolen merchandise, police noted.
John Ferak, Patch Staff
Joliet, IL|
Driver Of Ford Escape Tries To Run People Over At Joliet's Riverwalk Homes Apartment Units: Police
Officers tried to speak with people reportedly struck by the vehicle; however, they were uncooperative and refused to provide information.
John Ferak, Patch Staff
Joliet, IL|
Wandering Man In Joliet Looking To Kill Someone Near Union Station Taken Away In Handcuffs: Police
Angel Zuniga denied making the 911 calls and stated he did not need police assistance before leaving the area on foot, authorities said.
John Ferak, Patch Staff
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Darien, IL|
Darien Official Suffers Stroke, Credits Loved One For Saving Life
"I just want to say that if your paramedics ever tell you it's time to go to the hospital, just go," the official said.
David Giuliani, Patch Staff
Joliet, IL|
Trouble On John Street Lands This 24-Year-Old In Will County's Jail: Joliet Police Make Arrest
It happened at 1:36 a.m. on Monday, the Joliet Police Department arrest log showed.
John Ferak, Patch Staff
Elmhurst, IL|
Concerns Continue Over Proposed Elmhurst Warehouse
The plan poses a "specific danger" in what the city sees as a transitional area, a resident said.
David Giuliani, Patch Staff
Elmhurst, IL|
Elmhurst Won't See This Type Of Day Again
Monday was special for Elmhurst, as well as Marilyn Monroe admirers.
David Giuliani, Patch Staff
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Elmhurst, IL|
Would Stop 'Agitate' Drivers On Elmhurst Street?
An alderman pushed stop signs at an intersection, but a colleague disagreed.
David Giuliani, Patch Staff
Newtown, PA|
Bucks First Responders Being Called Heroes For Saving Drowning Child
The incident happened on a hot and humid Sunday afternoon in May at the Newtown Athletic Club in Newtown Township.
Jeff Werner, Patch Staff
Banning-Beaumont, CA|
Dozens Of UCR Students Lose Everything After Fire Rips Through Their Apartment Building
"We have confirmed that approximately 55 UCR students have been directly affected by this incident," UCR Chancellor S. Jack Hu said Monday.
Toni McAllister, Patch Staff
Dublin, CA|
Dublin Council To Decide Whether To Put Hotel Tax Hike Before Voters
Councilmembers will decide Tuesday whether voters should weigh in on a proposed increase to the city's hotel tax.
Michael Wittner, Patch Staff
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Manchester, CT|
Manchester Road Race's British Invasion Becomes Official
The MRR's American representatives hit the road course in Manchester in England over the weekend.
Chris Dehnel, Patch Staff
Beverly, MA|
Beverly Mayor Outlines Staff Cuts Amid Budget Deficit, Modified Trash Fee Increase
Beverly Mayor Michael Cahill said cuts will include layoffs, positions eliminated through attrition and hours reductions.
Scott Souza, Patch Staff
Rohnert Park-Cotati, CA|
Eight Ball Tavern Wins Approval For Food Truck
Cotati approves food truck program at Eight Ball Tavern on the heels of a city-wide policy.
Angela Woodall, Patch Staff
Danville, CA|
Danville Weighs $47.4M Budget, Fee Increases For Next Fiscal Year
The proposed spending plan maintains current service levels, funds public safety and infrastructure projects, and raises most user fees.
Michael Wittner, Patch Staff
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