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McLean, VA|
McLean Adaptive Aquatics Founder Honored For 35 Years Of Service At Spring Hill
Fairfax supervisors honored Dr. Bryna Helfer for 35 years leading the Spring Hill Adapted Aquatics program in McLean.
Michael O'Connell, Patch Staff
Joliet, IL|
Alcohol Impairment On Larkin Avenue Lands Joliet Driver In Handcuffs: Police Reveal Why
Rodriguez-Perez was processed at the Joliet Police Department and released on a notice to appear in Will County's Courthouse.
John Ferak, Patch Staff
Joliet, IL|
Unwanted Physical Contact With 13-Year-Old Girl Spurs Joliet Police To Take Action, Arrest Made: English
Mendoza was taken into custody during a traffic stop in the 700 block of Cleveland Avenue.
John Ferak, Patch Staff
Enfield, CT|
Red Cross Helping 4 Families After 2-Alarm Enfield Fire
Nine adults were displaced after a Maple Avenue fire that prompted mutual aid and activated Task Force 52.
Jay Kenney, Patch Staff
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Hatboro-Horsham, PA|
Noise Ordinance Adopted In Horsham Township
The Horsham Township Council held a public hearing last week after receiving numerous complaints about loud noise.
Dino Ciliberti, Patch Staff
Pittsburgh, PA|
Pittsburgh's ScareHouse Returning With New Format
Pittsburgh's famed ScareHouse is returning with a new Halloween experience at a new location this fall. Get the details here.
Eric Heyl, Patch Staff
Joliet, IL|
Michele Arana's Plant Store Closes Permanently After Joliet's City Square Can't Help Her Business
The city of Joliet has proclaimed the new downtown City Square would generate all kinds of new foot traffic and business success.
John Ferak, Patch Staff
Elmhurst, IL|
Elmhurst Police Station Plan Recommended; Teardown Expected In Winter
The police chief detailed changes. A city panel approved the plan.
David Giuliani, Patch Staff
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McLean, VA|
Comstock Reported Paying More Than $522K In Lobbying Compensation During Casino Push
Three years of lobbying disclosures show how Comstock's Fairfax County casino campaign evolved and what it reported paying lobbyists.
Michael O'Connell, Patch Staff
Tampa, FL|
Inventor Of First At-Home Pregnancy Test To Visit Tampa For Play About Her Life
A play about the woman who invented the first at-home pregnancy test will run July 17-26 at Stageworks.
Tiffany Razzano, Patch Staff
Hatboro-Horsham, PA|
All-Star Game Umpire Has Montco Ties
Alan Porter, a Hatboro-Horsham High School graduate, is behind the plate for Tuesday night's All-Star game in Philadelphia.
Dino Ciliberti, Patch Staff
Patchogue, NY|
Man Escapes Vehicle Fire Before In Becomes 'Fully Engulfed' In North Patchogue: Police
After the vehicle started smoking, he was able to pull over and get out, Suffolk police say.
Peggy Spellman Hoey, Patch Staff
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Cranford, NJ|
Flood Control Project Delayed By Administrative Error In Cranford
Officials say the Rahway River project will be rebid as quickly as possible because of its importance to flood protection.
Joe Murray, Patch Staff
Elmhurst, IL|
'Massive' Or 'Modest'? Controversial Elmhurst Warehouse Clears Hurdle
A developer and residents painted different pictures of a proposed warehouse near an elementary school.
David Giuliani, Patch Staff
Hinsdale-Clarendon Hills, IL|
Ax-Wielding Clarendon Hills Man Says Victim 'Not Even An American': Cops
He admitted to a Westmont officer that he was trying to intimidate a homeowner, police said.
David Giuliani, Patch Staff
Darien, IL|
Hinsdale South Parents Slam Athletic Director's Performance
A school board member said he has heard the same criticism for years. More than 30 coaches and assistants resigned over the past year.
David Giuliani, Patch Staff
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Hauppauge, NY|
Scammers Listened Through Computer As Suffolk Detectives Stopped $140K Gold Scheme
Scammers monitored the woman’s computer as detectives intervened; Suffolk lawmakers propose warning signs and a 48-hour hold.
Kepherd Daniel, Patch Staff
Mendham-Chester, NJ|
'There's Blood Everywhere': Husband’s 911 Call After Finding NJ Woman’s Bloody Body Released
Brooke Hanlon's husband frantically dialed 911 after his wife was stabbed to death.
Jack Slocum, Patch Staff
Fair Lawn-Saddle Brook, NJ|
Zadies Bake Shop Reopens At Fair Lawn Promenade
The bakery is now operating from a 3,233-square-foot state-of-the-art retail and production space.
David Luces, Patch Staff
Philadelphia, PA|
Philly On The World Stage: Bryce Harper, Kyle Schwarber Making History In HR Derby
Two of the greatest power hitters of the modern era line up for baseball's showcase in south Philadelphia Monday night.
Justin Heinze, Patch Staff
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Farmingdale, NY|
Look Up! Adventureland's Drone Show Returns Friday Night
A 100-drone display featuring colorful aerial animations will take flight above the amusement park Friday night.
Melanie Gulbas, Patch Staff
Orange, CT|
Orange Zoners Advance Major Grocery Chain Proposal, Approve Regulation Changes
Orange planners reviewed a major grocery chain proposal, approved zoning regulation changes and OK'd the Odyssey Festival permit.
Rich Kirby, Patch Staff
Tuscaloosa, AL|
Right Space Commercial Property Spotlight: Bedford Place Office Buildings
Here's the latest property spotlight from our friends at Right Space Commercial
Ryan Phillips, Patch Staff
The Lymes, CT|
East Lyme Water & Sewer Commission Denies Commercial Sewer Bill Relief After Vandalism Leak
East Lyme's Water & Sewer Commission denied sewer bill relief after a vandalism-related leak but approved a water adjustment.
Rich Kirby, Patch Staff
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Belleville-Nutley, NJ|
3 Updates From Nutley Sons Of American Legion: NJ Commander Elected, Wreath Laying, Community Breakfast
A longtime leader with the post recently became the first-ever state commander elected out of Nutley.
Eric Kiefer, Patch Staff
Lake Elsinore-Wildomar, CA|
Motorcyclist Seriously Injured After Crashing On Ortega Highway Near Lake Elsinore
The crash occurred on the curvy area of the highway above the lake, not far from the Lookout Roadhouse at 32107 Ortega Highway.
Toni McAllister, Patch Staff
Long Island, NY|
Diarrhea Parasite Outbreak: Expert Speaks On What To Know, How To Stay Safe
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has confirmed outbreak cases in 17 states.
Kepherd Daniel, Patch Staff
New Milford, CT|
New Milford Zoning Commission To Review Downtown Housing, Restaurant Proposals At Special Meeting
Applications include converting buildings into multifamily housing and a proposal to add an outdoor bar to a Main Street restaurant.
Rich Kirby, Patch Staff
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Great Neck, NY|
From Siberia To Long Island: Fashion Designer Inspires Next Generation Through Summer Camp
"Fashion isn't a phase I had," Yulia Berman says. The camp gives children the chance to design, sew, and model their own creations.
Melanie Gulbas, Patch Staff
Temecula, CA|
City Of Temecula To Decide Whether To OK Weddings, Parties, At Redhawk Golf Course
On Tuesday, the council will consider adopting a resolution approving such events at the golf facility located at 45100 Redhawk Parkway.
Toni McAllister, Patch Staff
New Milford, CT|
New Milford Municipal Buildings Committee Reviews Firehouse Renovation Progress, Advances School Roof Project
New Milford's Municipal Buildings Committee reviewed firehouse renovations and approved Northville School roof invoices.
Rich Kirby, Patch Staff
Upper West Side, NY|
$7.95M Condo Tops UWS Luxury Real Estate Deals
Ink has dried on seven real estate deals over $4,000,000 on the Upper West Side.
Miranda Levingston, Patch Staff
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Joliet, IL|
He Stole $400,000 From Elderly Couple In Joliet, Police Reveal Arrest, Details Of Crime: English
Joliet's detectives determined that approximately $400,000 had allegedly been withdrawn without the victims' authorization
John Ferak, Patch Staff
Tuscaloosa, AL|
Judge Denies DCH's Request To Be Dismissed From Ada Doss Wrongful Death Lawsuit
A judge has denied DCH Health Care Authority's request to dismiss it from a wrongful death lawsuit filed by the family of Ada Doss.
Ryan Phillips, Patch Staff
Shirley-Mastic, NY|
Medford Gang Member From Gets 22 Years In Conspiracy, Sending 'Clear Message About Violence': DA
UPDATE: He was "facing in excess of 50 years but this plea guarantees a fixed sentence" that allows him a second chance, attorney says.
Peggy Spellman Hoey, Patch Staff
Tuscaloosa, AL|
Suspect Charged With Capital Murder For Pickens County Double Homicide
A Pickens County man has been charged with capital murder and multiple other offenses after investigators say he killed two people.
Ryan Phillips, Patch Staff
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Port Washington, NY|
Popular Korean Kuku Restaurant Opens New Nassau County Location
The spot brings Korean fried chicken, bibimbap, tofu soup, and other traditional dishes to the North Shore.
Melanie Gulbas, Patch Staff
Wilmette-Kenilworth, IL|
Wilmette's Central Station Coffee + Tea Reflects On 5 Years Downtown
Five years in, Central Station Coffee + Tea says its Wilmette roots and coffee program continue to drive growth.
Rachel Barnes, Patch Staff
Cranford, NJ|
Safety Concerns Emerge As Cranford Library Reopening Approaches
The renovated Children's Room opens July 22, but some residents say changes outside the library deserve another look.
Joe Murray, Patch Staff
Upper East Side, NY|
$21M Condo Tops UES Luxury Real Estate Deals
Ink has dried on 10 real estate deals over $4,000,000 on the Upper East Side.
Miranda Levingston, Patch Staff
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