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Paramus, NJ|
Men Bought Nordstrom Items Fraudulently, Tried To Return Them To NJ Mall: PD
Two men stole people's identities to buy items in Virginia and then tried to return them in Bergen County, police said.
Caren Lissner, Patch Staff
Warminster, PA|
Victim ID'd In Fatal Street Road Crash
The Montgomery County coroner has identified the motorcyclist killed in the crash on Sunday afternoon.
Dino Ciliberti, Patch Staff
Darien, CT|
Darien Selectmen To Review Draft Plan Of Conservation And Development, $393K In Transfers
Darien selectmen will review the draft POCD, nearly $394,000 in budget transfers and police spending requests at an upcoming meeting.
Richard Kaufman, Patch Staff
Shirley-Mastic, NY|
Police Investigating Fight At Home In Shirley
The fight started at the home on William Floyd Parkway at around 8:45 p.m., Suffolk police say.
Peggy Spellman Hoey, Patch Staff
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Waterford, CT|
Waterford Police Commissioners Hear Oswegatchie Road Speeding Concerns, Approve Officer Hiring,
Waterford police commissioners approved a conditional hiring offer and heard renewed concerns over Oswegatchie Road speeding.
Rich Kirby, Patch Staff
Lake Elsinore-Wildomar, CA|
New $6.7M Nanobubbler Systems To Boost Oxygen In Lake Elsinore
By the end of 2026, the city expects the Nanobubbler systems to pump 15,000 pounds of oxygen into the lake per day.
Corey Washington, Patch Staff
Concord, NH|
Firefighters Battle 2-Alarm Blaze In Belmont After Home Explosion, 1 Injured
Lakes Region firefighters and EMTs were called to a house fire on Sunset Drive in Belmont after an explosion on Thursday afternoon.
Tony Schinella, Patch Staff
Shorewood, IL|
Stabbing At Shorewood's Mobile Home Park Involved Scissors, Trail Of Blood Found By Police Officers
Shorewood police said the victim exited the residence, and officers observed a large laceration on their chin with fresh blood.
John Ferak, Patch Staff
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Winnetka-Glencoe, IL|
Winnetka Park Board Calls For Commissioner's Resignation
A personal email exchange between Commissioner Colleen Root and a resident landed her in hot water with the board and formally disciplined.
Rachel Barnes, Patch Staff
Joliet, IL|
This Joliet Public Nuisance Has 'No Active Utility Services And Contains Large Openings In The Roof'
Administrative adjudication fines have been assessed but remain unpaid, according to Director of Community Development Dustin Anderson.
John Ferak, Patch Staff
La Grange, IL|
Suburban Mayor's Campaign Enlists Village Workers For Petition Effort
He holds two elected jobs with full-time salaries, which have spiked in recent years.
David Giuliani, Patch Staff
Orland Park, IL|
Orland Girl, 7, Who Beat Cancer Raises Nearly $10,000 For Charity That Uplifted Her
Isla Dorsey held a lemonade stand in July to benefit the charity that lifted her spirits during her cancer battle.
Lauren Traut, Patch Staff
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Joliet, IL|
Joliet Public Nuisance Designation For Fire-Damaged Empty House, Property Owners Believed To Be Dead
Joliet noted how this property remains in a state of disrepair and continues to have a negative impact on the surrounding neighborhood.
John Ferak, Patch Staff
East Hampton, NY|
'One Year And Still Doesn't Feel Real': After Designer Dies On Montauk Yacht, Martha Nolan-O'Slattara Mourned
Also, Martha Nolan-O'Slattara's family readies to file $50M "wrongful death" suit, accusing boat's reported owner of causing her death.
Lisa Finn, Patch Staff
Joliet, IL|
Joliet Public Nuisance Has Been Vacant Since 2015 After Homeowner's Death, 2020 Water Shutoff: City
Joliet said the declaration of a public nuisance is a progressive step in seeking compliance which can lead to demolition.
John Ferak, Patch Staff
Cranston, RI|
Rhode Island Drunken Wrong-Way Crash Prisoner Charged With Possessing Drugs
The Massachusetts man is serving a 10-year sentence for driving the wrong way on I-95 and crashing into multiple vehicles.
Joseph Hosey, Patch Staff
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Across America, US|
Late Guests And Early Arrivals: When Timing Becomes Rude [The Question]
Chronic latecomers test everyone’s patience, but guests who show up early can create their own problems. How much leeway should hosts give?
Beth Dalbey, Patch Staff
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Manassas, VA|
Prince William County Man Indicted On Racketeering Charges, Accused Of Murdering Rival For MS-13 Gang
A Manassas man previously arrested for murder has now been indicted for racketeering. Prosecutors say he's part of the MS-13 criminal gang.
Michelle Witte, Patch Staff
Arlington, VA|
Arlington Robbery Spree Suspect Indicted On Federal Charges, State Cases Dropped
Federal prosecutors indicted a Centreville man in seven robberies after related Arlington and Fairfax cases were dropped.
Michael O'Connell, Patch Staff
Greenwich, CT|
5 Recruits Welcomed Into Greenwich Fire Department
A swearing-in ceremony was held at Greenwich Fire Department Headquarters on Thursday morning.
Richard Kaufman, Patch Staff
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Wantagh-Seaford, NY|
‘It’s His Turn For Somebody To Help Him': 40-Year Wantagh FD, NYPD Vet Searches For Living Kidney Donor
Former Wantagh Fire Department chief John Gillen and his family said finding a new kidney would give him "new life."
Tom Gambardella, Patch Staff
Plymouth-Whitemarsh, PA|
Major Data Center Hearing In Plymouth Twp. Thursday Night: What To Know
Norristown applying for party status, the township's 43-point list of conditions, developer "demanding approval by tantrum," and more.
Justin Heinze, Patch Staff
Hinsdale-Clarendon Hills, IL|
Clarendon Hills Coffee Shop Opening 'Well Worth Wait'
The project, which is getting a village subsidy, has already been delayed a couple of times.
David Giuliani, Patch Staff
Laguna Beach, CA|
'Aquagroms' Swim To Prevent Offshore Drilling In Laguna Beach In 2026
These Laguna kids drew a line in the sand, sharing their opposition to offshore drilling while fundraising for The Surfrider Foundation.
Ashley Ludwig, Patch Staff
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Morristown, NJ|
Yankee Hall-Of-Famer Brings The Heat To Morristown At Sauce Showcase
The ballplayer's new sauce is made from a 122-year-old recipe from his home country.
Jack Slocum, Patch Staff
Fairfax City, VA|
Fairfax Man Indicted On Federal Illegal Reentry Charge After Prior Deportation, Drug Conviction
Federal prosecutors say a Fairfax man illegally reentered the U.S. after deportation following a prior drug felony conviction.
Michael O'Connell, Patch Staff
Manchester, CT|
Manchester Mayor: New Library Reflects 'Historical Palette' Of Downtown Area
Manchester officials are touting the new library as a blend of traditional design and modern features.
Chris Dehnel, Patch Staff
Hillsborough, NJ|
Hillsborough Residents Press Township Committee On Property Taxes
Residents said rising tax bills are straining families and asked for budget restraint, transparency and new revenue sources.
Alexis Tarrazi, Patch Staff
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Frankfort, IL|
New Deputy Chief Sworn In For Frankfort Police Department
Another officer was also promoted to sergeant at Monday's meeting.
Andrea Earnest, Patch Staff
Naperville, IL|
New Naperville International Festival Seeks Sponsors, Volunteers Ahead Of Debut
The day-long festival aims to celebrate more of the cultures that "make Naperville a place to call home," Patty Gustin said
Lisa Marie Farver, Patch Staff
Teaneck, NJ|
Man Arrested In String Of Bergen County Car Burglaries
The Bergen County man was charged with eight counts of credit card theft, among other crimes.
Caren Lissner, Patch Staff
Downers Grove, IL|
Downers Grove Council Shows Support For Dutch Bros. Proposal During 1st Reading
The village council had its first reading of a proposal to build a Dutch Bros. on Ogden. The proposal has met resistance from neighbors.
Lisa Marie Farver, Patch Staff
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Enfield, CT|
Enfield Shouldn’t Pay For State Election Errors, Santanella Says
The state representative said Enfield taxpayers should not bear expenses tied to election guidance that contributed to the ballot dispute.
Jay Kenney, Patch Staff
Madison, CT|
Madison Wetlands Agency Approves Resubdivision, Schedules Hearing On Dredging Proposal
Board delays multiple applications, plans site walk for project.
Alfred Branch, Patch Staff
Northbrook, IL|
53-Home Townhouse Development Planned Near Downtown Northbrook
Northbrook Row will feature two housing styles, private yards and homes priced from the low $800,000s.
Eric DeGrechie, Patch Staff
Homer Glen-Lockport, IL|
Lockport's Villa Nova Pizza Burglarized, No Suspects Found: Police
Cash registers and video gaming machines were damaged during the burglary, police said.
Andrea Earnest, Patch Staff
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Milford, CT|
Board Votes On Housing, Recreation Projects In Milford
The board weighed in on plans for a former downtown restaurant as well as a sports facility.
Chris Rhatigan, Patch Staff
Shorewood, IL|
Reckless Driver On Route 59 Puts His Hands On Waistband, Shorewood Police Deploy Their Tasers: Cops
While enroute, WESCOM advised Shorewood police that the white Ford weaved in and out of traffic, nearly striking multiple vehicles.
John Ferak, Patch Staff
Sachem, NY|
LI Man Busted After Posting Photo To Dating App Of Family Dog Performing Sexual Act: Authorities
A complainant reported him, and he was ID'd using facial recognition that linked him to a local fire department, SPCA investigator says.
Peggy Spellman Hoey, Patch Staff
West Orange, NJ|
Bagels, Pizza And The World Cup: West Orange Business Owner Takes Wild Ride To Success
Jarrett Seltzer once woke up with $187 left in the company account for Bagels By Jarrett. Things have turned around – big time.
Eric Kiefer, Patch Staff
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