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McLean, VA|
Fairfax School Board Bans Devices For Youngest Students, Advances Broader Tech Restrictions
Fairfax school leaders banned devices for pre-K and kindergarten students and approved new limits on AI, YouTube and personal devices.
Michael O'Connell, Patch Staff
Fremont, CA|
Suspect's Escape Plan Ends With Him Begging to Be Rescued From Storm Drain: Police
Fremont police say the suspect had outstanding felony and misdemeanor warrants.
Fernando Haro, Patch Staff
Scotch Plains-Fanwood, NJ|
Scotch Plains Fourth Grader Discovers A Revolutionary War Story In Her Own Backyard
Zianna Patel’s essay about her hometown’s history earned her recognition in Congressman Tom Kean’s anniversary contest.
Joe Murray, Patch Staff
Ocean City, NJ|
Beach Tags Could Be Coming To This Free NJ Beach
One of the few completely free beaches in New Jersey may start charging.
Veronica Flesher, Patch Staff
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Plainfield, IL|
Plainfield Fest Will Continue Despite Unhealthy Air Quality: Organizers
The three-day festival and carnival is planned at Bott Park this summer, a change from the event's previous home in downtown Plainfield.
Emily Rosca, Patch Staff
Westport, CT|
Westport P&Z Advances Saugatuck Marina Zoning review
The commission also heard a pre-application proposal for 165-unit Riverside Avenue development project.
Alfred Branch, Patch Staff
Grayslake, IL|
Beloved' Grayslake Central Athlete ID'd As Teen Killed In Drowning
Brayan Monzanga, 15, was remembered as a three-sport athlete who touched the lives of classmates, teammates and community members.
Amie Schaenzer, Patch Staff
San Rafael, CA|
Protest Planned At Major Pet Store In Marin County Calling For End To Live Animal Sales
Animal rights activists say the demonstration is part of a broader campaign to expand California's restrictions on retail animal sales.
Albert Gregory, Patch Staff
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Fairfax City, VA|
Fairfax City Debates New Zoning Rules For Activity Centers
Fairfax City weighs new activity-center zoning rules as council members debate density, height, parking and public benefits.
Michael O'Connell, Patch Staff
Guilford, CT|
Guilford Selectmen To Review Sidewalk Contracts, Flood Control Funding, Fire Boat Project
Here's a preview of the upcoming Guilford Board of Selectmen meeting.
Richard Kaufman, Patch Staff
Arlington, VA|
Arlington Event Launches Virginia Campaign To Reverse Federal Health Care Cuts
Arlington leaders joined health care advocates Friday to call for restoring Medicaid funding and ACA tax credits.
Michael O'Connell, Patch Staff
Westfield, NJ|
This Westfield Brewery Was Up For Sale, Now It’s Owned By Its First Employee
She started with the brewery before it opened and now she’s taking over as owner.
Joe Murray, Patch Staff
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Madison, CT|
Madison Panel Continues Proposed Apartment Building Review Pending Exterior Material Samples
The Advisory Committee on Community Appearance wants to see samples of certain materials that would be used for the project.
Alfred Branch, Patch Staff
Tuscaloosa, AL|
Right Space Commercial Property Spotlight: Historic Property Transformed Into The Druid
Here's the latest property spotlight from our friends at Right Space Commercial and Corder Real Estate.
Ryan Phillips, Patch Staff
Ridgewood-Glen Rock, NJ|
Four Kids Charged For Riding Dirt Bikes On Public Streets: Ridgewood Police
The Ridgewood police are warning parents that they have impounded four kids' bikes so far. Here's why.
Caren Lissner, Patch Staff
Peabody, MA|
Peabody Farm Owner Renews Plea Against Rooster Dumping
For the second straight year, Wood Farm has become home to several uninvited feathered guests.
Scott Souza, Patch Staff
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Warminster, PA|
Dylan Transforms The Mann Into Jazz Club: Review
The legendary Bob Dylan performed Tuesday night at the Highmark Mann Center for the Performing Arts in Philadelphia.
Dino Ciliberti, Patch Staff
Windsor, CT|
Distillery Gets Windsor OK To Sell Bottles
The company plans retail sales and free samples at 625 Day Hill Road; a bar would need separate zoning approval.
Jay Kenney, Patch Staff
Port Washington, NY|
Bonded Pair Looking For Forever Home After Owner Enters Assisted Living
The longtime companions grew up together and returned to North Shore Animal League America through no fault of their own.
Melanie Gulbas, Patch Staff
Hinsdale-Clarendon Hills, IL|
Ex-Clarendon Hills Trustee Running Again, Questions Plaza Idea
"I don't think the board is listening to residents," the former trustee said.
David Giuliani, Patch Staff
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Across New Jersey, NJ|
NJ Wildfire Smoke Equals Up To 9 Cigarettes A Day, Expert Says
The Environmental Protection Agency's Air Quality Index climbed well into the 'unhealthy' range Thursday, with readings above 150.
Ainsley Martinez, Patch Staff
Westfield, NJ|
Nearly 40 Westfield Roads To Be Paved As Town Nears 20-Year Milestone
Construction will begin soon, with roads near schools scheduled first.
Joe Murray, Patch Staff
Greenwich, CT|
Greenwich P&Z To Review Major Redevelopment Proposal For Section Of Greenwich Avenue
The commission will conduct a pre-application review for a major proposal that could reshape a prominent gateway to downtown.
Richard Kaufman, Patch Staff
Brookfield, CT|
Brookfield Approves Nearly $342K For High School Project
The funding was approved after nearly an hour of public discussion.
Hayleigh Evans, Patch Staff
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St. Pete, FL|
St. Pete Artists Turn Slow Summer Season Into Quirky Mini Mart Market
During the slow summer season, a group of St. Pete artists has organized Mini Mart, a food-themed art market.
Tiffany Razzano, Patch Staff
Long Island, NY|
East Patchogue Food Truck + Greenport Business Closes 1 Week After Opening + New Korean Spot
LI fashion design inspires through summer camp / Great South Bay Music Festival
Melanie Gulbas, Patch Staff
Elmhurst, IL|
Elmhurst May Pick Acting City Manager To Start In Early August
The longtime manager is set to retire. He has been at the helm for 15 years.
David Giuliani, Patch Staff
Medford, NY|
Pedestrian Struck And Injured By Jeep In Medford: Police
The incident took place at around 8:30 p.m. on Jamaica Avenue, Suffolk police say.
Peggy Spellman Hoey, Patch Staff
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Simsbury, CT|
Simsbury Wetlands Board Rejects Massive 689-Unit Housing/Mixed-Use Project
Simsbury's Inland Wetlands agency unanimously denied a wetlands permit for the proposed 689-unit Hartford South development.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
Concord, NH|
Woman Taken To Concord Hospital On A Trauma Alert After A Rollover Crash On South Main Street
Video: The street, from West Street south, was closed to traffic on Thursday night after a rollover of a Mini Cooper.
Tony Schinella, Patch Staff
Across America, US|
Stealing Is Wrong, But Food Theft Isn’t As Clear-Cut [The Question]
Readers drew sharp ethical lines between stealing food out of hunger, taking luxury goods and targeting homes, local shops or chain stores.
Beth Dalbey, Patch Staff
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North Fork, NY|
3 Years Later, Valiant Efforts To Find Gigi, LI Vet's Missing Dog, Ongoing: 'The Search Will Always Continue'
"We want her home."
Lisa Finn, Patch Staff
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Shelton-Derby, CT|
Small Dog Faces Amputation After Attack By Pet Guarding Dead Owner
"This was a heartbreaking, no-fault tragedy," an elected official said. The injured dog was being treated in Shelton as of Thursday.
Richard Kaufman, Patch Staff
Across America, US|
Park Etiquette For Group Exercise, Dog Walkers, Cyclists And Families: Block Talk
Parks are for all, but loud workouts, crowded paths, off-leash dogs and sprawling activities can test the unwritten rules of sharing space.
Beth Dalbey, Patch Staff
Brick, NJ|
Girls, Boys Flag Football Teams From Brick Win National Playoff Berths
A boys team and a girls team, both 10U, are participating in the NFL Flag Championships flage football tournament.
Karen Wall, Patch Staff
Temecula, CA|
'Temecula Is Debt Free:' City Council Shares What This Means For 100K+ Residents
Temecula is one of 483 cities in California with populations over 100,000 residents that have zero debt, the council says.
Ashley Ludwig, Patch Staff
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Plainfield, IL|
Family Speaks Out About Dalewayne Turner As Wife, Half-Brother Face Charges For His Dismemberment
"Dalewayne's sense of humor and kindness made him a beloved friend to many, and he always went out of his way to help others," they said.
Emily Rosca, Patch Staff
Stafford-Willington, CT|
State Senator/Doctor On Stafford Family's Medical Struggle: 'Choose Healthcare Over Business'
A Stafford family's dilemma in paying for a complicated transplant procedure has drawn the ire of senator and physician Jeff Gordon.
Chris Dehnel, Patch Staff
New York City, NY|
NYC Wildfire Smoke Equals Up To 9 Cigarettes A Day, Expert Says
Three NYC doctors explain the risks and what to do if you need to go outside.
Ainsley Martinez, Patch Staff
Summit, NJ|
From Stay-At-Home Mom To Store Owner: How A Summit Customer Took A Chance On A Local Favorite
After years as a customer, Liz Branchflower took a chance on owning a Summit favorite.
Joe Murray, Patch Staff
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