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La Grange, IL|
Lyons Township High Holds Own In Test Scores Against Similar Schools
The school edged up in its English language arts proficiency rate.
David Giuliani, Patch Staff
Stamford, CT|
Former Stamford Football Coach Speaks Out After Resigning Mid-Game: 'I Am Sorry'
"In the heat of competition, I exercised poor judgment while addressing my team at halftime," the coach told Patch in an emailed statement.
Richard Kaufman, Patch Staff
Glenview, IL|
Water Rates, Parking Fees And E-Bike Rules On Glenview Board Agenda
Trustees will consider higher utility rates and commuter parking fees, plus e-bike rules, at Thursday's meeting.
Eric DeGrechie, Patch Staff
Elmhurst, IL|
Elmhurst Tops Math Chart For Elementary, Middle Schoolers Among Comparison Schools
The local district also has higher English proficiency rates than demographically similar schools.
David Giuliani, Patch Staff
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Northbrook, IL|
Free Art Workshops In Northbrook To Support Local Food Pantry
I Just Am Studio's Cup of Kindness Week will feature shared ceramic projects, children's activities and a food collection Nov. 9–13.
Eric DeGrechie, Patch Staff
Patchogue, NY|
Vehicle Fire Breaks Out, Drawing Firefighters From 3 Departments To Suffolk Auto Shop Halloween Night: Police
Firefighters from Hagerman, Bellport, and North Patchogue responded to the scene, Suffolk police say.
Peggy Spellman Hoey, Patch Staff
Patchogue, NY|
Traffic Shut Down, As Crowd Of Around 300 Dispersed During LI Halloween Party On Saturday Night: Police
Officers responded after a 911 report of a loud party at around 10 p.m., Suffolk police say.
Peggy Spellman Hoey, Patch Staff
Concord, NH|
Property Reevaluation, $239M New Rundlett Middle School Will Bring Sticker Shock To Concord Taxpayers
Middle school debt costs differ from what officials presented in October 2025; superintendent agrees district needs to be more transparent.
Tony Schinella, Patch Staff
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Reston, VA|
South Lakes Holds Off Centreville, 16-14, To Clinch Regional Playoff Berth
South Lakes survived a late Centreville rally for a 16-14 win, securing a playoff berth behind two Joshua Dagbe touchdowns.
Tinley Park, IL|
'Tragic Accident': Drivers Who Hit Man On Harlem Avenue Remained On Scene, Cooperated With Police
The drivers who hit a man as he was crossing Harlem Avenue stayed at the scene, police said. The man died from his injuries.
Lauren Traut, Patch Staff
Patchogue, NY|
'Miracle' Dog Coco, Lost For 15+ Months, And Who Also Survived Fire, Home Safe
"It's a miracle." Amazing story of a small dog, who survived a fire years ago, has found his way home after being lost for almost 16 months.
Lisa Finn, Patch Staff
Tinley Park, IL|
Pedestrian, 60, Dies After Struck By 2 Vehicles On Harlem Avenue: Tinley Park Police
The incident happened at 183rd and Harlem Avenue Saturday night, police said.
Lauren Traut, Patch Staff
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Hoboken, NJ|
Ghostface Killah From Wu-Tang Clan Performs Unannounced Concert In Hoboken Yard For Halloween
A member of the Wu-Tang Clan performed in a Hoboken yard for Halloween
Caren Lissner, Patch Staff
New Milford, CT|
New Milford Zoning Commission Approves 104 Apartments, Four Warehouses And Accessory Apartment
New Milford zoning officials approve 104 apartments on Kent Road and four warehouses on Pickett District Road.
Rich Kirby, Patch Staff
Hoboken, NJ|
From Titanic To Tetris, See Best Costumes In Hoboken Ragamuffin Halloween Parade
Hoboken's traditional Ragamuffin Halloween parade kicked off Saturday afternoon. See a few of the most unique costumes.
Caren Lissner, Patch Staff
Essex-Chester-Deep River, CT|
Chester Selectmen Review $13,000 Fire Marshal Bill, Sunday Market Fees And Parking Concerns
Chester selectmen examine a $13,000 fire marshal bill, Sunday Market charges and drainage concerns at the fire department.
Rich Kirby, Patch Staff
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Bethwood, CT|
Bethany Parks And Recreation Commission Discusses Lake Reopening, 2027 Summer Camp Plans
Bethany Parks and Recreation officials discuss reopening the lake in 2027, summer camp plans, new events and childcare licensing.
Rich Kirby, Patch Staff
Across California, CA|
4 Bay Area Cities Rank Among CA's Most Dangerous For Halloween
One Bay Area city landed in the statewide top 10 safest, while another had the region’s highest danger score in a new analysis.
Albert Gregory, Patch Staff
Hamden, CT|
Hamden Falls To Hand-Madison In SCC Boys Soccer Tournament: PHOTOS
The fifth-seeded Green Dragons were eliminated in the SCC boys soccer quarterfinals.
Vincent Salzo, Patch Staff
Hamden, CT|
Sacred Heart Academy Edges Hamden Field Hockey Team On Senior Night: PHOTOS
The town rivals faced off on Hamden’s Senior Night.
Vincent Salzo, Patch Staff
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Concord, NH|
Concord Firefighters Extinguish Chimney Fire In The North End: Video
Firefighters responded to Bradley Street after receiving reports of sparks and flames coming from a chimney on Friday night.
Tony Schinella, Patch Staff
Concord, NH|
DOJ Sends Cease-And-Desist Letters To Mass. Printer, D.C. Firm Sending Illegal Political Mailers To NH
Mailers in the Senate race appear to be driving voters to an indie candidate, potentially costing the GOP nominee votes — a repeat of 2016?
Tony Schinella, Patch Staff
Concord, CA|
Trump's Escalating Data Center Push On Private Lands Challenged By Bay Area Lawmakers
Federal land proposals intensify fights over local control, electricity costs, water supplies, and public access.
Angela Woodall, Patch Staff
Napa Valley, CA|
Trump's Federal Data Center Push On Private Lands Challenged By Bay Area Lawmakers
Federal land proposals intensify fights over local control, electricity costs, water supplies, and public access.
Angela Woodall, Patch Staff
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Across Illinois, IL|
What's IL's Least Favorite Candy: Poll Results
Patch asked readers what they hate to see in their candy bags during Halloween. Here's what they said.
Rachel Barnes, Patch Staff
Walnut Creek, CA|
Pickleball Dispute Enters Year 4 Still Unresolved In Walnut Creek
Neighbors near the Rudgear Park pickleball courts say they feel overwhelmed by pickleball players who defend their court access.
Angela Woodall, Patch Staff
Carroll Gardens-Cobble Hill, NY|
At This Brooklyn Restaurant, What's Yours Is Mine
At Tera Mera, two sisters bring generations of Sindhi family recipes and Bombay memories to Cobble Hill.
Ainsley Martinez, Patch Staff
Upper East Side, NY|
Sakura Market Signs Lease In UES Women’s Shelter Building
The space is on the ground floor of the neighborhood's newest homeless shelter.
Miranda Levingston, Patch Staff
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Brick, NJ|
Brick Man Brought Joy, Fun, Love To Life, Family Says
Lucio Fierro, who was hit and killed on Brick Boulevard, was "unapologetically himself," and brightened the lives around him, family said.
Karen Wall, Patch Staff
Plainfield, IL|
Terrabis In Plainfield Seeks Use Of Cannabis Dispensary Drive-Thru
Trustees will vote on a special use permit that would allow the recreational cannabis dispensary to operate a drive-thru lane.
Emily Rosca, Patch Staff
Bel Air, MD|
Floating Figures, Creepy Voices Abound At Maryland's Most Haunted Places
Strange smells. Weird noises. Objects moving. Doors closing. All of these paranormal experiences can be found at historic Maryland places.
Kristin Danley-Greiner, Patch Staff
Hinsdale-Clarendon Hills, IL|
Hinsdale Leader Won't Accept Money From Village Vendors
Greg Hart reacts to trustees' questions about an engineering firm's contribution.
David Giuliani, Patch Staff
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Bolingbrook, IL|
Plans For Business Park Moves Forward In Bolingbrook
The property is located north of Remington Boulevard and south of Belle Lane.
Andrea Earnest, Patch Staff
Santa Monica, CA|
Giant Digital Billboard Advances On Historic Santa Monica Promenade Building
A 5-1 council vote advances the project despite concerns over historic preservation, housing potential and the removal of healthy trees.
Scott Snowden, Patch Staff
Arlington Heights, IL|
Arlington Heights Outlines $238.9M Budget With No Tax Levy Increase
The village's 2027 budget snapshot includes nearly $22.9 million for street improvements and water infrastructure.
Eric DeGrechie, Patch Staff
Santa Monica, CA|
Santa Monica Expands Rent Aid For Seniors, Advances $23.5M Housing Plan
Council expands rent aid for older residents and advances housing funding, but rejects a proposed worker protection ordinance.
Scott Snowden, Patch Staff
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Bethwood, CT|
Woodbridge Zoning Panel To Hold Hearings On Shared Housing, Child Care Rules
Woodbridge’s Nov. 2 zoning meeting includes housing and child care hearings and discussion of development at the former country club.
Rich Kirby, Patch Staff
Oswego, IL|
SUV Hits Semi While Making Left Turn On Route 34: Oswego Police
The two vehicles collided Friday at Route 34 and Fifth Street in Oswego.
Emily Rosca, Patch Staff
Harlem, NY|
NYC Nonprofit Leader Wins $200K To Expand Faith-Based Homeless Shelters
Broadway Community's director shares plans to bring shelter and support services to more houses of worship across the city.
Miranda Levingston, Patch Staff
Granby-East Granby, CT|
Granby Officer Takes On NYC Marathon For Kids
Chris Dufresne will run the New York City Marathon Nov. 1 to support a free youth triathlon program honoring Chase Kowalski.
Jay Kenney, Patch Staff
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