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Cambridge, MA|
Driver Cited After Truck Crashes Into Cambridge Building
An investigation is ongoing after a truck went head-on into a structure.
Benjamin Pierce, Patch Staff
Asbury Park, NJ|
Asbury Park Mayoral Candidate Sciannameo Skeptical Of Plans To Renovate, Reopen Convention Hall
Dan Sciannameo said mayoral rival Amy Quinn benefits by announcing the restoration of Convention Hall in an election year.
Carly Baldwin, Patch Staff
Joliet, IL|
VIDEO: After Motorcycle Collision, Driver Fails Field Sobriety Tests In Milano's Bakery Parking Lot
Frederick Lamar Caldwell, 44, is in his third week of Will County Jail detention under the SAFE-T-Act. Joliet police arrested him Aug. 16.
John Ferak, Patch Staff
Concord, NH|
2 Concord Felons Face Gun, Drug Charges While 2 Women Are Arrested On Child Endangerment, Meth Charges
Taylor Bachelder, Allison Richardson, Ryan Sherman, and Cody Walsh were all arrested on charges during a 24-hour period earlier this month.
Tony Schinella, Patch Staff
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Milford, CT|
Children's Facility Proposal To Be Considered By Milford Board
A developer is pitching a project that the Planning and Zoning Board will review this week.
Chris Rhatigan, Patch Staff
Williamsburg-Greenpoint, NY|
Annual Oktoberfest Celebration Returns To Brooklyn Waterfront Next Month
The longtime New York City institution will take over the waterfront destination beginning on September 25.
David Luces, Patch Staff
Wilmette-Kenilworth, IL|
Wilmette Safety Committee To Discuss Flock Camera Contract Renewal
The current contract expires in December 2026, and the Village Board will be discussing whether to renew it over the next several months.
Rachel Barnes, Patch Staff
Ellington-Somers, CT|
Teen Jogger Hit By Vehicle In Ellington
The 17-year-old was injured, according to state police.
Jay Kenney, Patch Staff
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Granby-East Granby, CT|
Granby Approves 8-Home Subdivision
Residents raised questions about traffic, pedestrian safety and the nearby aquifer.
Jay Kenney, Patch Staff
Banning-Beaumont, CA|
Search Continues For OC Man After 71-Year-Old IE Woman Severely Beaten With Baseball Bat
The 26-year-old suspect allegedly used the metal bat on the woman after she asked him to move out of her mountain home.
Toni McAllister, Patch Staff
Stamford, CT|
Death Of 4-Year-Old In Stamford Sparks Call For Statewide Window Safety Legislation
The death of a child who fell from a 10th-floor apartment in Stamford this summer has sparked a call for window safety.
Richard Kaufman, Patch Staff
Channahon-Minooka, IL|
Wilmington Man, 21, Faces Criminal Sexual Assault Charges, Investigation Began In 2025
Blake Wherry was booked into the Will County Jail over the weekend. He comes from Wilmington's West Willow Lane.
John Ferak, Patch Staff
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Winnetka-Glencoe, IL|
Winnetka Estate Up for Local Landmark Designation
The Historic Preservation Commission unanimously recommended landmark status for the DeWindt Road property.
Rachel Barnes, Patch Staff
Fairfield, CT|
Fairfield Finance Board To Review Speed Camera Enforcement Finances
The controversial program, which resumes school zone enforcement this week, is generating seven figures.
Alfred Branch, Patch Staff
Basking Ridge, NJ|
Basking Ridge Family, Students Rally For Earthquake-Hit Hometown In Colombia
Ridge High students are earning service hours as a Bernards Township family raises money to ship aid to Colombia.
Alexis Tarrazi, Patch Staff
Wayne, NJ|
NJ Councilman Permanently Banned From Office For Role In Mob-Associated Gambling Ring: AG
"Traditional organized crime remains a problem in New Jersey," said an official, of the Lucchese-associated ring.
Caren Lissner, Patch Staff
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Joliet, IL|
Woman Screams For Help As Joliet Police Arrest Man With Violent Criminal History: Prosecutors
Dakari Williams, 29, has been charged with unlawful restraint and two crimes of domestic battery following his arrest by Joliet police.
John Ferak, Patch Staff
Simsbury, CT|
Simsbury Woman Finds Viral Audience With Humor, Art And An Oreo-Fueled Instagram Hit
The inspirational 30-year-old is using a viral Oreo video and her growing platform to share art, humor, and a message of inclusion.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
Ocean City, NJ|
Ocean City Details $8M Sandcastle Park Project
A county grant will help fund the 34th Street project, which city officials said should be ready by next summer.
Veronica Flesher, Patch Staff
Sachem, NY|
UMI Hotpot Sushi And Seafood Buffet To Open 1st Long Island Location On Wednesday In Lake Ronkonkoma
It will feature a massive, high-quality buffet with hotpot, sushi and sashimi, oysters, lobster, snow and king crab, and grilled lamb chops.
Peggy Spellman Hoey, Patch Staff
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New London, CT|
Massive Residential Project To Be Reviewed By New London Board
The Planning and Zoning Commission will consider the proposal at its meeting this week.
Chris Rhatigan, Patch Staff
Bridgewater, NJ|
E-Scooter Rider Hospitalized After Falling, Injuring Head On Route 22 In Branchburg
New Jersey State Police NorthStar Medivac was requested on Friday until first responders could assess his injuries.
Alexis Tarrazi, Patch Staff
Joliet, IL|
Yes, Judge's Bar Is Moving Elsewhere, But This Is What Will Occupy Space When It's Gone
Joliet Patch broke the news over the weekend revealing downtown Joliet's Judge's Bar will be moving to a new building at 508 North Chicago.
John Ferak, Patch Staff
Port Jefferson, NY|
Man, 83, Hospitalized With Serious Injury After Watercraft Collision On Long Island Sound: Authorities
UPDATE: Marine Bureau officers responded to a crash involving a Grady White and a Metal Shark at around 7:30 p.m. on Saturday, police say.
Peggy Spellman Hoey, Patch Staff
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Greenwich, CT|
Greenwich P&Z To Review Office Redevelopment, 6-Unit Housing Proposal
Here's what's on tap for the Greenwich Planning & Zoning Commission's upcoming meeting.
Richard Kaufman, Patch Staff
La Grange, IL|
5 Vie For Open La Grange Village Board Seat
Each applicant will get a chance to speak to the Village Board.
David Giuliani, Patch Staff
Port Jefferson, NY|
1 Youth Hurt In Fight In Port Jefferson Over Weekend: Police
The injured one was taken to a local hospital with a non-life-threatening injury, Suffolk police say.
Peggy Spellman Hoey, Patch Staff
Glenview, IL|
Glenview To Consider Expanding Drone First Responder Program To 4 Agencies
The system can autonomously send a drone to some 911 calls within minutes, giving dispatchers an aerial view before crews arrive.
Eric DeGrechie, Patch Staff
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Northbrook, IL|
Crash On Southbound I-294 Near Lake Cook Road Causes Morning Delays
Illinois State Police said a passenger vehicle struck the median early Monday.
Eric DeGrechie, Patch Staff
Naperville, IL|
City Council To Consider NorthGate Of Naperville Development
The Naperville City Council will review the proposal for the 171-unit townhome community at its Sept. 1 meeting.
Lisa Marie Farver, Patch Staff
New Rochelle, NY|
Public Libraries Open Unexpected New Doors, A Love Letter To The Hudson Valley
From the mountains to the sea, there are plenty of reasons to love where we live. This regular column counts the ways we love thee, HV.
Jeff Edwards, Patch Staff
Westhampton-Hampton Bays, NY|
Shopping Center Where Now-Shuttered Hampton Bays Movie Theater Was Sited Sold To New Owner
The shopping plaza, "best piece of commercial real estate in the Hamptons," sold in June, former owner says.
Lisa Finn, Patch Staff
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North Fork, NY|
4 Local Businesswoman Navigate Beloved Greenport Maritime Festival Into Next Chapter: 'It Takes A Village'
Residents, businesses, community are invited to become involved with Greenport Maritime Festival — a meeting is scheduled for Sept. 16.
Lisa Finn, Patch Staff
Doylestown, PA|
Volunteers Turn Doylestown Teal To Raise Ovarian Cancer Awareness
Hundreds of teal ribbons now adorn lampposts and trees to make women aware of ovarian cancer and its often subtle symptoms.
Jeff Werner, Patch Staff
San Francisco, CA|
Man Who Targeted White House UFC Event Also Planned To Attack Bay Area Data Centers: Feds
The defendant told a group of co-conspirators that he was "all in, 10 toes down," to carry out the attacks, the FBI alleges.
Fernando Haro, Patch Staff
Concord, NH|
One Sent To Concord Hospital After Crash Between Vehicle And Scooter In The North End
One person was taken to the hospital after a crash at the Franklin and North States streets roundabout on Saturday afternoon.
Tony Schinella, Patch Staff
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Concord, NH|
Eastman School Reuse Committee: Heavy On Neighborhood Representation, Light On Real Estate Expertise
5 people who live near the former Eastman School on Shawmut Street have been named to a committee to eye potential development plans.
Tony Schinella, Patch Staff
Temecula, CA|
Billionaires Bankroll Poison Pill Measures To Kill CA's Billionaire Tax If Voters Pass It
Rather than running a "No on Prop. 40" campaign, a well-funded PAC has endorsed ballot initiatives designed to doom the billionaire tax.
Toni McAllister, Patch Staff
Joliet, IL|
4 Teens Shot, 1 Dies: Coroner Identifies 18-Year-Old Homicide Victim Killed In Crest Hill
Saturday night's shootings happened in a community park in Crest Hill along Willow Court.
John Ferak, Patch Staff
Fairfield, CT|
Fairfield ZBA To Review Accessory Dwelling Unit, Beach-Area Garage & Home Projects
Hearing this week includes setback, lot coverage and floor-area variance requests across several local properties.
Alfred Branch, Patch Staff
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