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Manassas, VA|
This New NoVA Vintage Market Launches This Weekend
A new vintage market will pop up in Manassas this weekend. Its organizer hopes to make it a regular event.
Michelle Witte, Patch Staff
Evanston, IL|
Evanston Vegan Restaurant Closing After Just 6 Months
17 Plant Based, a vegan restaurant in Evanston, is closing permanently after opening in January.
Rachel Barnes, Patch Staff
Toms River, NJ|
He Made Everyone Feel Like Family: Toms River Husband, Father, Fisherman Remembered
Sean Smida was devoted to his wife and children above all, but he had a rare gift for making others feel like family, his best friend said.
Karen Wall, Patch Staff
Long Island, NY|
After 8 Years, Family Left Country Without Her: Gentle Casablanca Seeks New Home
Casablanca spent 8 years with one family before arriving at North Shore Animal League America, where she's now waiting for a new beginning.
Melanie Gulbas, Patch Staff
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Harlem, NY|
East Harlem Waterfront Project Scaled Back
Here's what residents are losing after years of waiting.
Ainsley Martinez, Patch Staff
Annapolis, MD|
Mobile Pet Service Brings Compassionate End-Of-Life Care To Annapolis Families
CodaPet, a California-based veterinary network, is expanding its at-home end-of-life service to pet owners in the Annapolis area.
Gaby Arancibia, Patch Staff
Joliet, IL|
Domestic Disturbance At Joliet's Riverwalk Homes Lands Defendant, 56, In Jail: Police
He was transported by the Joliet Fire Department to Saint Joseph Medical Center for evaluation.
John Ferak, Patch Staff
Norristown, PA|
Rejection Recommended On 3 AI Data Centers In KOP As Public Uproar Continues
Officials unanimously opposed all three projects on the agenda, part of a cluster larger than the King of Prussia Mall.
Justin Heinze, Patch Staff
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Redwood City-Woodside, CA|
Council Approves Housing Overhaul To Speed Development In Redwood City
Council advanced a broad zoning update to speed affordable housing and reduce parking.
Albert Gregory, Patch Staff
Aurora, IL|
Special Census Count Begins In Aurora As City Hopes To Recoup $2M In Federal Aid
The 2020 Census determined Aurora lost nearly 17,000 residents from 2010 — a "significant undercount," the city said.
Emily Rosca, Patch Staff
Southington, CT|
Southington Library Reimbursement Requests Prompt Council Debate
It approved reimbursement for a volunteer pizza party but denied a request to reimburse more than $3,000 for library plaques.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
Shirley-Mastic, NY|
Mastic Beach Man Caught With 6 Ghosts Guns, 3D Printers, And High-Capacity Ammo In Home: DA
UPDATE: His defense attorney says he maintains his innocence and looks forward to "scrutinizing the prosecutor's evidence."
Peggy Spellman Hoey, Patch Staff
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Northbrook, IL|
Marc Fainman Named Northbrook's Next Police Chief
The Glenbrook North graduate and 20-year department veteran succeeds John Ustich, who retired after three decades with Northbrook police.
Eric DeGrechie, Patch Staff
Greenwich, CT|
Mansion With 40-Car Garage Proposed In Greenwich
The basement would feature an indoor pool, squash court, art gallery, and an area for the owner's car collection, submitted documents say.
Richard Kaufman, Patch Staff
Fairfax City, VA|
Fairfax City Planners To Hold Hearing On 14-Home Mantua Redevelopment
Fairfax City Planning Commission is holding a public hearing on a proposal to replace offices at 9495 Silver King Court with 14 townhomes.
Michael O'Connell, Patch Staff
Redwood City-Woodside, CA|
Caltrain Warns Of $75 Million Deficit During Redwood City Council Meeting Despite Record Ridership Growth
Officials said service cuts, including reduced weekend trains and possible station closures, could come without new funding.
Albert Gregory, Patch Staff
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Barnegat-Manahawkin, NJ|
Data Center Ban Proposed In Stafford
An ordinance was introduced that would ban data centers from being built in Stafford Township.
Veronica Flesher, Patch Staff
Concord, NH|
Loudon Woman Faces Felony Charge After Being Accused Of Drunken Driving After Rollover: Follow-Up
Video: Nicole Mary Considine was arrested on July 16 on an aggravated driving under the influence charge after a rollover crash downtown.
Tony Schinella, Patch Staff
Manassas, VA|
Juke Box Heroes: Manassas High School Singers To Join Rock Legends Onstage During NoVA Tour Stop
'It's always cool when Foreigner calls,' the high school's choral music director told Patch.
Michelle Witte, Patch Staff
Yardley, PA|
Yardley Distillery Businesses Up For Sale
The Yardley distillery and a Tex Mex restaurant and bar in Morrisville are up for a combined sale of $550,000.
Dino Ciliberti, Patch Staff
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Stamford, CT|
New Details Released After Heavy Police Presence In Stamford: PD
Drivers are being asked to avoid the area. Police said an investigation is ongoing.
Richard Kaufman, Patch Staff
Arlington, VA|
Live Bird Removed + Dirty Equipment + Hot Beer Cheese Too Cold: Arlington Health Inspections
Arlington health inspectors cited food temperature, sanitation and hygiene violations at restaurants during July inspections.
Michael O'Connell, Patch Staff
Hillsborough, NJ|
Family-Owned Nail Salon Reopens On Route 206 Six Months After Fire In Hillsborough
Lisa Nguyen started Topline Nails in 1994. After a fire destroyed everything, her daughters Tram and Truc were moved to carry on the salon.
Alexis Tarrazi, Patch Staff
Princeton, NJ|
Princeton Schools: Pickup Changes Coming, Construction On Track
LaSusa told the Board of Education that drop-off and pick-up procedures may change at some schools this fall.
Sarah Salvadore, Patch Staff
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Brooklyn, NY|
Free Brooklyn Event Turns A Walk Home Into A Live Jazz Concert
Discover local artists, Haitian traditions and live jazz just by walking through the neighborhood.
Ainsley Martinez, Patch Staff
New Milford, CT|
Housatonic River Commission Awards Conservation Grant, Reviews River Access Issues
Housatonic River Commission approved a conservation grant and reviewed river access, invasive species and watershed projects.
Rich Kirby, Patch Staff
West Hartford, CT|
West Hartford GOP: ICE Detainee Illegally Was Registered To Vote
Republicans released voter registration records they say show a local ICE detainee and West Hartford businessman was registered to vote.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
Crystal Lake-Cary, IL|
Teen’s Death Among Recent Suburban Dirt Bike, E-Bike Crashes In Chicago Area
Tyler Waldal, 14, died from blunt force injuries after an electric dirt bike collided with an SUV in Wauconda, officials said.
Amie Schaenzer, Patch Staff
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Vienna, VA|
'I Know The Patients By Heart': Vienna Dentist Celebrates 30 Years In Practice
Nicole Van is celebrating three decades of practice in the Vienna area.
Michelle Witte, Patch Staff
Waterford, CT|
Waterford Planning And Zoning To Hold Hearing On Proposed Rezoning Of 188-Acre Property
Waterford planners will hold a July 28 hearing on rezoning portions of a 188-acre property at 140 Waterford Parkway South.
Rich Kirby, Patch Staff
Darien, IL|
Sport Not At Hinsdale South; Central Offers It
This appears to discriminate against students in the same district, a parent said.
David Giuliani, Patch Staff
Hinsdale-Clarendon Hills, IL|
Advice In Ouster Of Hinsdale District 86 Leader Debated In Litigation
The district's old law firm disputed that its advice hurt the schools. The board was determined to fire the superintendent, the firm said.
David Giuliani, Patch Staff
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Deer Park-North Babylon, NY|
Man Reports Water Pellets Shot At Him In West Babylon: Police
He refused help at the scene, Suffolk police say.
Peggy Spellman Hoey, Patch Staff
Oak Lawn, IL|
Oak Lawn Teen With Type 1 Diabetes Plays For A Cure In Southside Fights For Diabetes Baseball Tournament
Forty youth teams across Chicagoland will join the Southside Fights for Diabetes Baseball Tournament July 24 thru July 26 at Hale Park.
Lorraine Swanson, Patch Staff
Concord, NH|
South End Residents Blast Concord School Board’s New Middle School Bus Traffic Plan
Residents around Rundlett Middle School are calling on TPAC and the Concord City Council to stop the proposal; TPAC will meet on Thursday.
Tony Schinella, Patch Staff
Temecula, CA|
Famous PUDN, Swing Inn Announce Sweet And Savory Partnership In Old Town Temecula
Old Town Temecula actor and entrepreneur Dean Norris has joined up with the team at Famous PUDN for delicious desserts to go with your BBQ.
Ashley Ludwig, Patch Staff
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Norwalk, CT|
Popular Pizzeria Celebrates 30 Years In Norwalk
The local favorite is known for its pizza, pasta dishes, salads, sandwiches and other popular menu items.
RJ Scofield, Patch Staff
Ridgefield, CT|
Ridgefield Historic District Commission Conditionally Approves Main Street Roof Project
Ridgefield's Historic District Commission approved a Main Street roof project and a Barlow Mountain Road fence replacement.
Rich Kirby, Patch Staff
Healdsburg, CA|
Oliver's Market Expansion Rumors Fizzle Fast In North Bay
Oliver's confirms store in Santa Rosa but officials dismiss false claims about an expansion further north.
Angela Woodall, Patch Staff
New Milford, CT|
New Milford Council Approves $2 Million For Schools, Opioid Recovery Funding
New Milford approved $2 million for school projects, opioid recovery funding, tax abatements and several grants.
Rich Kirby, Patch Staff
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