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Madison, CT|
Madison Bauer Park Committee Plans Harvest Festival, Advances Disc Golf Outreach
Officials reviewed event planning, potential memorial plantings and outreach efforts during last week's meeting.
Alfred Branch, Patch Staff
Winnetka-Glencoe, IL|
Village Voting On New Playground Equipment At Winnetka Elementary School
The village will consider whether to allow an exception to zoning rules to allow for a gaga ball pit at Greeley Elementary School.
Rachel Barnes, Patch Staff
Hinsdale-Clarendon Hills, IL|
Hinsdale South Official Takes Heat From Athletic Groups
One leader called for the official's ouster, while another detailed "sad" dealings with him.
David Giuliani, Patch Staff
Moorestown, NJ|
Globally-Renowned Heart Surgeon Joins Medical Team In South Jersey
Among his roles, Sultan held a leadership position within the American Heart Association.
Eddie Callahan, Patch Staff
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Santa Monica, CA|
Santa Monica Sen. Ben Allen Picks Up Major Endorsement In Insurance Race
The San Francisco Chronicle editorial board has backed Allen in California's insurance commissioner race.
Scott Snowden, Patch Staff
Bloomfield, NJ|
Bloomfield Cracks Down On Rodent Activity: Here’s What Is Being Done
A battle against rat and mouse infestations continues in Bloomfield – here’s the latest update from the township.
Eric Kiefer, Patch Staff
Washington Heights-Inwood, NY|
No ID, No EBT Needed At These Free Produce Markets In Washington Heights
Anyone can pick up free fresh fruits and vegetables at two open-air markets in Washington Heights and Fort George this month.
Miranda Levingston, Patch Staff
Merrick, NY|
Baldwin Beach Club Property Cleared For Demolition As Neighbors Wonder What Comes Next
Baldwin Harbor residents called for the Town of Hempstead to act on the abandoned Oakwood Beach Club property at Tuesday’s town meeting.
Tom Gambardella, Patch Staff
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Bel Air, MD|
Fosters Direly Needed For Influx Of Kittens At Harford Co. Shelter
Short- and long-term fosters are needed to help during kitten season, which has the Humane Society of Harford County brimming with babies.
Kristin Danley-Greiner, Patch Staff
Concord, NH|
Penacook Stalker Arrested On A Felony Charge After Incident On Riverhill Avenue: Follow-Up
Monica Spinazola was accused of recording and making gestures at a protected party, a neighbor, after pleading guilty to stalking in May.
Tony Schinella, Patch Staff
Woodbridge, NJ|
Adam Sandler, Chris Rock Filming 'Grown Ups 3' In Woodbridge, Morristown
Adam Sandler, Chris Rock and more stars are being spotted in New Jersey this week:
Carly Baldwin, Patch Staff
Concord, CA|
Side Gate Brewery Wants To Pour Good Company Into Concord
Five years after opening, the brewery seeks a path to community, sustainability, and local partnerships.
Angela Woodall, Patch Staff
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Bridgewater, NJ|
Bridgewater Moves To Require Snow Clearing Around Fire Hydrants
The proposed Bridgewater ordinance would require property owners to clear snow and ice around hydrants after storms.
Alexis Tarrazi, Patch Staff
Bloomfield, NJ|
New Bloomfield Law Requires 'Gender-Neutral' Bathroom Signs: What To Know
Violators will get a written warning and have 30 days to correct the situation – or face a $2,000 fine.
Eric Kiefer, Patch Staff
East Meadow, NY|
Shake Shack To Open Another Long Island Location
This popular burger chain's location will feature a drive-thru.
Melanie Gulbas, Patch Staff
Sachem, NY|
K-9 Officer Dispatched To Ronkonkoma LIRR Station After Suspicious Package Found: MTA
A call that came in just after 12 p.m., and a K-9 was dispatched, a Metropolitan Transportation Authority spokeswoman says.
Peggy Spellman Hoey, Patch Staff
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Hinsdale-Clarendon Hills, IL|
Hinsdale D86 Teacher Pushes Louder Classes, Offers App To Do That
He says his app would mean less screen time, with students facing each other.
David Giuliani, Patch Staff
Stamford, CT|
New Tenant Secured For Portion Of Prominent Stamford Building
A new business is expected to move into a 14,114-square-foot space.
Richard Kaufman, Patch Staff
San Mateo, CA|
SMC Third Grader Wins World Geography Championship In Thailand
The student earned a team world title and multiple individual medals while competing against students from around the globe.
Albert Gregory, Patch Staff
Millburn-Short Hills, NJ|
Controversial Housing Project In Millburn Will Be Relocated; Town OKs Settlement
The property – which some residents refer to as the “town dump” – has been the subject of a long-running and thorny legal battle.
Eric Kiefer, Patch Staff
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Shirley-Mastic, NY|
Boy, 13, Nearly Drowns At Home In Mastic Beach: Police
Aid was rendered to the teen, and he was taken to Stony Brook University Hospital for treatment, Suffolk police say.
Peggy Spellman Hoey, Patch Staff
Old Town Alexandria, VA|
Oregon Man Appeals Federal Conviction While Separate Alexandria Felony Cases Continue
An Oregon man appealed his federal conviction while separate felony charges tied to the same May 7 incident remain pending in Alexandria.
Michael O'Connell, Patch Staff
St. Pete, FL|
One Community Grocery Co-op To Launch Produce Box Program
After years of working to improve food insecurity in south St. Pete, One Community Grocery Co-op plans to launch a new produce box program.
Tiffany Razzano, Patch Staff
Phoenixville, PA|
ICE Activity Reported Around Phoenixville Tuesday
A flurry of activity was reported across town by immigrant advocates.
Justin Heinze, Patch Staff
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Upper East Side, NY|
$7.2M Co-Op Tops UES Luxury Real Estate Deals
Ink has dried on five real estate deals over $4,000,000 on the Upper East Side.
Miranda Levingston, Patch Staff
Darien, IL|
Historic Building Demolition Described As 'Very Disappointing'
A resident suggests a waiting period and notice requirements for major teardowns.
David Giuliani, Patch Staff
Long Beach, CA|
Shark-Surveillance Robot Could Help Lifeguards Spot Great Whites In Real Time: Report
The prototype combines acoustic tracking, environmental DNA and drones to help monitor shark activity near California beaches.
Scott Snowden, Patch Staff
Milford, CT|
Milford Officials Weigh Future Of Controversial Flock Cameras
Residents packed a Monday night Board of Aldermen meeting to voice their objections to license plate cameras.
Chris Rhatigan, Patch Staff
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Novato, CA|
Neighborhood Pushback Grows Over Trail Project In Marin County
Council voted to send a sharply worded letter raising concerns about wildfire safety, parking and emergency access.
Albert Gregory, Patch Staff
Ocean City, NJ|
Rocket Device Closes Jersey Shore Beach
A rocket-assisted supply line launcher was discovered at Corson's Inlet State Park Monday afternoon, officials said.
Veronica Flesher, Patch Staff
Livingston, NJ|
$228M In Livingston School Upgrades Would Mean Tax Hike For Homeowners
Plans are in the works to put a major school construction referendum before Livingston voters next year. Here are the early numbers.
Eric Kiefer, Patch Staff
Fairfield, CT|
Fairfield Selectpersons To Review Nearly $4.1 Million In Flood Mitigation Contracts
Board meeting also includes reviews of school transportation agreements, tax refunds, coordinator appointment and bridge updates.
Alfred Branch, Patch Staff
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Long Island, NY|
Meeka Is Looking For A Second Chance After Recent Adoption
The black-and-white beauty is searching for a home where she can be the only pet after conflicting with a resident cat.
Melanie Gulbas, Patch Staff
Darien, IL|
RV In Driveway? Split Darien Council Says No
The city should avoid opening "a can of worms," an alderman said.
David Giuliani, Patch Staff
Northbrook, IL|
Northbrook Dad Named Park District's 2026 Coach Of The Year
Parents praised Jeff Senkpiel for using humor, encouragement and sportsmanship lessons to help young athletes grow.
Eric DeGrechie, Patch Staff
Basking Ridge, NJ|
Lord Stirling Road Property Owner Responds To Opposition Of Redevelopment
A statement from the property owner and his attorney addressed public comments made at a recent Township Committee meeting.
Alexis Tarrazi, Patch Staff
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Moorestown, NJ|
Ambulance Crashes While Taking Patient To Hospital In South Jersey: Officials
Three first responders and two others were taken to the hospital.
Eddie Callahan, Patch Staff
Vernon, CT|
Vernon, Army Sign Hiring Pact To Guarantee Veterans Job Interviews
The town and the Army have signed an agreement tied to interviews and job access for veterans.
Chris Dehnel, Patch Staff
Fairfax City, VA|
Fairfax City Health Inspections: 7 Restaurants Cited For Violations During Early July Checks
Seven Fairfax City restaurants were cited for health code violations during inspections conducted July 1-14.
Michael O'Connell, Patch Staff
Basking Ridge, NJ|
Ridge Students Launch Foodstock Drive To Help Families, Veterans And Seniors In Need
Student volunteers are collecting nonperishable food in August for two Somerset County hunger-relief partners.
Alexis Tarrazi, Patch Staff
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