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Joliet, IL|
Joliet Park District's Executive Director Brad Staab Ready To Move On: Park Board Votes On Successor
A Joliet native, Brad Staab was promoted to executive director back in 2019 when Tom Carstens chose to resign under a separation agreement.
John Ferak, Patch Staff
Windsor, CT|
Windsor 2026 Voter Guide: Candidates, Ballots And Polls
Here are Windsor’s candidates, district breakdown, seven polling places and early-voting details for the Nov. 3 election.
Jay Kenney, Patch Staff
Suffield, CT|
Suffield 2026 Voter Guide: Candidates, Ballots And Polls
Check Suffield’s candidates, Election Day polling place, early-voting location and registration options for the Nov. 3 election.
Jay Kenney, Patch Staff
Danvers, MA|
North Shore Teen's Death Looms Over MA Wrong-Way Driver Detection, Prevention Efforts
The Triton Regional senior was killed in a head-on, wrong-way crash on Route 1 in Revere early Sunday morning.
Scott Souza, Patch Staff
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Joliet, IL|
Joliet Technology Center Ruling Brings City Of Joliet Resounding Victory Over These Data Center Opponents
Will County Judge Victoria Breslan reviewed the roughly 550-page lawsuit filed against the city of Joliet seeking to stop the data center.
John Ferak, Patch Staff
Granby-East Granby, CT|
Granby–East Granby 2026 Voter Guide: Candidates And Polls
Here are the candidates, legislative districts, polling places and early-voting details for Granby and East Granby’s Nov. 3 election.
Jay Kenney, Patch Staff
South Windsor, CT|
South Windsor 2026 Voter Guide: Candidates, Ballots And Polls
Here are the South Windsor candidates, the $15 million referendum question, polling places and remaining early-voting hours.
Jay Kenney, Patch Staff
Ellington-Somers, CT|
Ellington–Somers 2026 Voter Guide: Candidates, Ballots And Polls
Check the candidates, voting districts, polling places and early-voting hours for Ellington and Somers before the Nov. 3 election.
Jay Kenney, Patch Staff
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Enfield, CT|
Enfield 2026 Voter Guide: Candidates, Ballots And Polls
Here are Enfield’s candidates, two referendum questions, polling places and remaining early-voting hours for the Nov. 3 election.
Jay Kenney, Patch Staff
Frankfort, IL|
Corie Walsh In Court: Prosecutors Get Mental Health Facility, Jail Records In 'Death Of Little Bear'
Prosecutors also received Walgreens records as the Frankfort mom's lawyers maintain she was suffering from psychosis during the killing.
Andrea Earnest, Patch Staff
Arlington Heights, IL|
Downtown Ice Rink Coming To Arlington Heights' Eastman Street
The winter pilot will close part of Eastman near North School Park, with officials hoping to have skating ready for holiday tree lighting.
Eric DeGrechie, Patch Staff
Southington, CT|
Southington's Massive School Project: What You Need To Know
Southington voters will decide on an $86.7 million school referendum Nov. 3. Officials explain costs, tax impacts, and plans for Flanders.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
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Joliet, IL|
Child Pornography Defendant Fired As Joliet Public Schools' Janitor Reveals His New Private Defense Counsel
Joliet Patch has produced several exclusive stories on Jeremy Ledesma. The Joliet Public School District 86 janitor was fired in January.
John Ferak, Patch Staff
Darien, IL|
Darien May See Competitive Elections In 2 Wards
So far, the mayor and other officials appear to be running unopposed.
David Giuliani, Patch Staff
Frankfort, IL|
Lincoln-Way East Dedicates Football Field To Coach Zvonar
Zvonar is the first and only head football coach in the history of the Griffins.
Andrea Earnest, Patch Staff
Windsor Locks-East Windsor, CT|
Windsor Locks Changes Town Hall Hours
Windsor Locks announced new Town Hall hours effective Nov. 8, including Friday office closures.
Jay Kenney, Patch Staff
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Palatine, IL|
9-Vehicle Crash Shuts Down Northbound Route 53 In Palatine
State police issued an advisory at 7:23 a.m. urging drivers to seek an alternate route and expect delays.
Eric DeGrechie, Patch Staff
Durham-Middlefield, CT|
Middlefield Wetlands Agency Sets Hearings For Eight-Lot Subdivision, Peters Lane Path
Middlefield wetlands officials schedule Nov. 18 hearings on an eight-lot subdivision and proposed path, discuss Lake Beseck runoff concerns.
Rich Kirby, Patch Staff
Hinsdale-Clarendon Hills, IL|
Clarendon Hills Leader's Future Unclear As Another Hopeful Emerges
A plaza-friendly slate plans to run in April. They are calling for a traffic light at a local intersection.
David Giuliani, Patch Staff
Arlington Heights, IL|
Windy City Bulls Open Training Camp With 16-Player Roster
Three two-way players join the camp roster as Windy City prepares for its 10th anniversary season at NOW Arena in Hoffman Estates.
Eric DeGrechie, Patch Staff
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Newington, CT|
Newington Council To Consider $62K Firehouse Design Contract, Open Space Protections
Newington council to review Chapman Street Firehouse plans, open space protections and other proposals at its Oct. 27 meeting.
Rich Kirby, Patch Staff
Oak Lawn, IL|
Former St. Catherine of Alexandria Priest Cleared Of Child Sex Abuse Allegation
Cardinal Blase Cupich sends letters informing parishes that a child sex abuse allegation against Fr. Kenneth Fleck is deemed “unfounded.”
Lorraine Swanson, Patch Staff
Tampa, FL|
Q&A: Meet Brittany Lyssy, Hillsborough County School Board District 2 Candidate
Brittany Lyssy is running against Daniela Simic for the Hillsborough County School Board District 2 seat in the Nov. 3 general election.
Tiffany Razzano, Patch Staff
The Lymes, CT|
Lymes’ Senior Center Plans First Health Resource Fair, Reports More Than 2,800 September Visits
Lymes’ Senior Center announces its first health resource fair Nov. 5, reports 1,016 members and reviews facility maintenance needs.
Rich Kirby, Patch Staff
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Tampa, FL|
Q&A: Meet Kenneth Gay, Hillsborough County School Board District 6 Candidate
Kenneth Gay is running against Karen Perez for the Hillsborough County School Board District 6 seat in the Nov. 3 general election.
Tiffany Razzano, Patch Staff
Sarasota, FL|
Q&A: Meet John Harshman, Sarasota City Commission Candidate
John Harshman is running against Jen Ahearn-Koch and Florence Entler for two Sarasota City Commission seats in the Nov. 3 general election.
Tiffany Razzano, Patch Staff
St. Pete, FL|
Q&A: Meet Linsey Grove, St. Pete City Council District 6 Candidate
Linsey Grove is running against Trevor Mallory for the St. Pete City Council District 6 seat in the Nov. 3 general election.
Tiffany Razzano, Patch Staff
St. Pete, FL|
Q&A: Meet Trevor Mallory, St. Pete City Council District 6 Candidate
Trevor Mallory is running against Linsey Grove for the St. Pete City Council District 6 seat in the Nov. 3 general election.
Tiffany Razzano, Patch Staff
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St. Pete, FL|
Q&A: Meet Gabriel Hament, St. Pete City Council District 2 Candidate
Gabriel Hament is running against Courtney Bermudez for the St. Pete City Council District 2 seat in the Nov. 3 general election.
Tiffany Razzano, Patch Staff
Hoboken, NJ|
Owner Of Closed Maroons Ice Cream Restaurant In Hoboken Reveals Its Future
Will Maroons ice cream return in Hoboken, and what about the Ridgewood location? An owner told all.
Caren Lissner, Patch Staff
Bethwood, CT|
Bethany Selectmen Approve Solar Program Agreement, Economic Development Appointment
Bethany selectmen approve a solar purchasing program agreement, appoint a commission alternate and authorize a bond counsel search.
Rich Kirby, Patch Staff
Lower Southampton, PA|
'Gatsby' Cast Sheds Light On Show, Unfolding In Southampton This Weekend
Hear insights from the talented cast of "The Great Gatsby," presented at the Center Stage at the Southampton Arts Center this weekend.
Lisa Finn, Patch Staff
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Across California, CA|
Trader Joe's, Ross, Home Goods Among Chains Planning Major CA Expansions
The retailers are adding locations across the Golden State.
Kristina Houck, Patch Staff
Cherry Hill, NJ|
Cherry Hill Board Of Education General Election 2026: Steven Redfearn
Patch spoke with your local candidates seeking public office.
Eddie Callahan, Patch Staff
Cherry Hill, NJ|
Cherry Hill Board Of Education General Election 2026: Darby Malvey
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Cherry Hill, NJ|
Cherry Hill Board Of Education General Election 2026: Melissa Manzano
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Cinnaminson, NJ|
Cinnaminson Township Committee General Election 2026: Ryan Horner
Patch spoke with your local candidates seeking public office.
Eddie Callahan, Patch Staff
Cinnaminson, NJ|
Cinnaminson Township Committee General Election 2026: Ernest T. McGill
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Cinnaminson, NJ|
Cinnaminson Township Committee General Election 2026: Nicholas Sullivan
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Cinnaminson, NJ|
Cinnaminson Township Committee General Election 2026: Zachary Sireci
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Eddie Callahan, Patch Staff
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