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West Hartford, CT|
West Hartford Strives To Get Kids Off Nicotine
West Hartford will use a grant for youth nicotine prevention, community education, and resources to help residents quit.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
Murrieta, CA|
Synchronized Traffic Signals Coming To All Of Western Riverside County As Part Of Pilot Program
How much travel time could be saved? Signal synchronization reduces travel delay between 13% and 94%, according to state analysis.
Toni McAllister, Patch Staff
La Grange, IL|
La Grange House Cleaned Up After Village Cited Owner
Neighbors' complaints prompted village action. One reported seeing rats.
David Giuliani, Patch Staff
Mill Valley, CA|
From Marin To The Runway: Local Woman Chases An Unexpected Dream
After decades putting other people on billboards, the Larkspur woman decided it was finally time to step in front of the camera.
Albert Gregory, Patch Staff
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Ocean City, NJ|
Long-Approved Condo Hotel Project Moving Forward In Ocean City
The city said the approved six-story, 111-unit project includes 391 parking spaces and hotel-style operations.
Veronica Flesher, Patch Staff
Elmhurst, IL|
See Which Elmhurst Teachers Retiring Over Next Few Years
Fifteen teachers plan to retire in 2030. They are in line for what critics call "pension spiking."
David Giuliani, Patch Staff
Greenwich, CT|
Greenwich School Board Appoints 2 Members To Fill Vacancies
The Greenwich Board of Education held a special meeting on Monday.
Richard Kaufman, Patch Staff
Bridgewater, NJ|
New Niche Perfume Store Opening In Somerville
Redola Perfumery offers curated luxury and artisan fragrances.
Alexis Tarrazi, Patch Staff
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Madison, CT|
Madison ZBA To Hear Parker Avenue Home Rebuild, Other Variance Requests
The Zoning Board of Appeals meeting will include reviews of coastal residential projects, setback changes and other matters.
Alfred Branch, Patch Staff
Pittsburgh, PA|
Pittsburgh Restaurant Ordered To Close
The Allegheny County Health Department has shut down a Pittsburgh restaurant for numerous food code violations.
Eric Heyl, Patch Staff
Tribeca-FiDi, NY|
Here's What To Do In Battery Park City This Fall: See Events Lineup
The fall calendar includes performances, festivals and community celebrations.
David Luces, Patch Staff
Ridgefield, CT|
Out Of Time: Ridgefield Holds Off On November Public Safety Referendum, Seeks More Work On $55M Plan
Monday's meeting also brought the first public disclosure of the privately owned parcel involved in the proposal.
Rich Kirby, Patch Staff
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Shirley-Mastic, NY|
1 Hospitalized After Fight In Shirley: Police
They were taken to NYU Langone Hospital-Suffolk in East Patchogue for treatment, Suffolk police say.
Peggy Spellman Hoey, Patch Staff
Odenton-Severn, MD|
Big Changes Are Coming To Odenton MARC Train Station: What To Know
Commuters using the Odenton MARC Train Station will see over 100 parking spots blocked off for the next several months.
Gaby Arancibia, Patch Staff
Havre de Grace, MD|
Abandoned Cemeteries Repaired In Honor Of U.S. Veterans
Havre de Grace city officials have teamed up with a foundation to repair abandoned cemeteries that are home to U.S. Colored Troops veterans.
Kristin Danley-Greiner, Patch Staff
Darien, CT|
PURA Issues Draft Decision On Proposed Cable Access Changes
DarienTV had opposed the proposed changes to cable community-access operations serving Darien and other Connecticut towns.
Richard Kaufman, Patch Staff
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Westport, CT|
Westport School Board To Review Student Needs, Enrollment And Staffing
The agenda for this week's Board of Education meeting includes a new-year report.
Alfred Branch, Patch Staff
Joliet, IL|
Fist Fight Erupts In Joliet Neighborhood, Officers Recover Knife, Make 1 Arrest
The officer gave Serrano-Montana commands to drop the knife, and he complied before being taken into custody without further incident.
John Ferak, Patch Staff
Southington, CT|
Southington Council's Finance Board Appointment Challenged In Court
2 local Democrats contend the town council abused its authority in appointing a Republican to the town's finance board.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
Chicago, IL|
Professional Sumo League Coming To Chicago This Fall
Sumo Championship League will bring athletes from nine countries to Credit Union 1 Arena in November.
Eric DeGrechie, Patch Staff
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Joliet, IL|
VIDEO: Joliet Police Tell Thief To Stop Using Drugs After She Offers Bizarre Reason For Her Car Burglaries
Jessica Rodak was angry that a group of all-female officers from Joliet police responded to the scene and made her arrest.
John Ferak, Patch Staff
Tuscaloosa, AL|
Federal Judge Alters Payout In Kai Spears-New York Times Case
A federal judge has entered final judgment in favor of former Alabama basketball player Kai Spears in his defamation lawsuit against the NYT
Ryan Phillips, Patch Staff
Cambridge, MA|
Suspect In Custody After Shelter In Place At Harvard University
Several police departments worked to find someone who is reportedly armed with a blade and dangerous.
Benjamin Pierce, Patch Staff
Hoboken, NJ|
Hoboken Store From 1946 Announces It Will Close, Making Poignant Plea
The owner of a Hoboken shop that opened in 1946 talked to Patch about why the storefront will close, and had a request.
Caren Lissner, Patch Staff
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Shirley-Mastic, NY|
Investigation Continuing Into Fatal DWI Crash In Middle Island: DA
Suffolk Police initially charged Noah Slusser, 21, of Medford, with driving while intoxicated.
Peggy Spellman Hoey, Patch Staff
Elmhurst, IL|
$42K Stolen From Bensenville Restaurant In 2024 Burglary: Police
The security system had not been activated after the bartenders left, according to a report.
David Giuliani, Patch Staff
Greenwich, CT|
Super Bowl Champion Quarterback Spotted In Greenwich
The Super Bowl champion visited two favorite local businesses last week.
Richard Kaufman, Patch Staff
Hinsdale-Clarendon Hills, IL|
Money Stolen From Westmont Gambling Cafe's Machines: Cops
Suspects used sledgehammers and crowbars in the restaurant's burglary, police said.
David Giuliani, Patch Staff
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Glenview, IL|
Citizens For Glenview Seeks Village Board Candidates For 2027 Election
Three Glenview Village Board trustee positions, each carrying a four-year term, will be on the April 2027 ballot.
Eric DeGrechie, Patch Staff
Hinsdale-Clarendon Hills, IL|
Hinsdale Kissing Suspect Admits To What He Did: Police
The man faces a battery charge in connection with the incident, authorities said.
David Giuliani, Patch Staff
Miller Place-Rocky Point, NY|
Driver Charged With DWI After Pickup Strikes Sign Outside Bolla Market In Mount Sinai: Police
It happened at around 1 p.m., Suffolk police say.
Peggy Spellman Hoey, Patch Staff
Sachem, NY|
Ross Dress For Less Coming To Shops At SunVet In Holbrook On Oct. 10
The location joins others in Suffolk, including Riverhead, Lake Grove, Farmingville, and West Babylon.
Peggy Spellman Hoey, Patch Staff
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Essex-Chester-Deep River, CT|
Chester Sewer Authority Prepares Budget, Reviews Water Street And Middlesex Avenue Projects
Chester's WPCA reviewed pump costs, a $247,000 fund balance and sewer plans for Water Street and Middlesex Avenue projects.
Rich Kirby, Patch Staff
Bethwood, CT|
Bethany Zoning Board Sets September Hearings On Shed Appeal, Variance Request
Bethany's Zoning Board of Appeals set Sept. 14 hearings on a Clay Road shed appeal and an Earley Court variance request.
Rich Kirby, Patch Staff
Hamden, CT|
Hamden Girls Volleyball, Soccer Teams Gear Up For Season With Fundraising Car Washes: PHOTOS
The Hamden High School girls volleyball and soccer teams had their fundraising car washes on the final day of summer vacation.
Vincent Salzo, Patch Staff
Moorestown, NJ|
Virtua Earns Region's First Full Obesity Medicine Services Recognition
A personal weight management team is part of the program.
Eddie Callahan, Patch Staff
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Joliet, IL|
Jim Lanham, Your Next Mayor Of Joliet? Candidate Aims To Stop Joliet Data Center From Ever Happening
Lanham previously ran for political office as a Republican against long-time State Representative Larry Walsh Jr. of Elwood.
John Ferak, Patch Staff
Moorestown, NJ|
'Night Of Tribute & Support' Shines Light On Substance Abuse Disorder In Burlington County
Resources for addiction and other mental health issues were available on site.
Eddie Callahan, Patch Staff
Dublin, CA|
Dublin Weighs 1,000-Foot Buffer Between Gun Shops, Schools
The proposal follows an inquiry about opening a gun store and indoor shooting range next to a Dublin private school.
Michael Wittner, Patch Staff
Banning-Beaumont, CA|
Beaumont To Begin Regulating E-Bikes, E-Scooters, E-Motos
On Tuesday, the Beaumont City Council is expected to sign off on a new ordinance that regulates how the vehicles can be operated.
Toni McAllister, Patch Staff
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