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Bridgewater, NJ|
Runaway Horses Wrangled By Police On Route 202 In Raritan Township: Video
A video shows the horses in the middle of the highway early Wednesday morning. See video:
Alexis Tarrazi, Patch Staff
Oxford, CT|
Patch Candidate Profile: Heather Stafford For 131st House
Heather Stafford is seeking the 131st House District seat.
Jay Kenney, Patch Staff
Oxford, CT|
Patch Candidate Profile: Arnold Jensen For 131st House
State Rep. Arnold Jensen is seeking reelection in the 131st House District.
Jay Kenney, Patch Staff
Chicago, IL|
'Hardest Year Of Our Lives': Gubernatorial Candidate Bailey Reflects On Family's Loss
Nearly a year after losing four family members in a crash, Darren Bailey shared an update on his grandson and thanked supporters.
Eric DeGrechie, Patch Staff
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Long Island, NY|
Suozzi, LiPetri Clash Over Trump, Stock Trading In Heated NY-3 Debate
The congressional rivals sparred over affordability, immigration, health care and the war in Iran ahead of the Nov. 3 election.
Kepherd Daniel, Patch Staff
Burr Ridge, IL|
Burr Ridge Off By $5M On New Village Hall, Project Up In Air
The bids came in much higher than expected. "We must adjust accordingly," the mayor said.
David Giuliani, Patch Staff
Joliet, IL|
Joliet Cocaine Dealer Bennye Brown Reveals 'Whatever You Find Was Mine' During Latest Brush With Law:' Police
A Will County Sheriff's Office drug investigation took Bennye Brown down and now he's in the county jail and he isn't getting out.
John Ferak, Patch Staff
Bradenton, FL|
Q&A: Lisa Gonzalez Moore, Bradenton City Council Ward 4 Candidate
Lisa Gonzalez Moore is running against Keith J. Green for the Bradenton City Council Ward 4 seat in the Nov. 3 general election.
Tiffany Razzano, Patch Staff
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Romeoville, IL|
Romeoville Man Sent Explicit Texts To Children He Met At Walmart, Later Offered Them Alcohol: Police
The investigation started in March when a Plainfield school resource officer contacted the sheriff's office.
Andrea Earnest, Patch Staff
Upper Dublin, PA|
Dave Portnoy Reviews Cheesesteak, Slice At Verona Pizza
The self-described pizza lover ventured into Montgomery County after several Bucks County stops last week to visit a popular place.
Dino Ciliberti, Patch Staff
Bradenton, FL|
Q&A: Meet Cindy Spray, Manatee County School Board District 2 Candidate
Cindy Spray is running against Sharon Jefferson for the Manatee County School Board District 2 seat in the Nov. 3 general election.
Tiffany Razzano, Patch Staff
Palatine, IL|
Lawmakers Press FBI For Hate Crime Probe Into Alleged Temple Attack
Raja Krishnamoorthi and fellow lawmakers want answers about the Palatine suspect's alleged plot and protection for targeted communities.
Eric DeGrechie, Patch Staff
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Bradenton, FL|
Q&A: Meet Thomas J. Schwarz, Bradenton City Council Ward 3 Candidate
Thomas J. Schwarz is running against Kemp F. Schuessler for the Bradenton City Council Ward 3 seat in the Nov. 3 general election.
Tiffany Razzano, Patch Staff
Bradenton, FL|
Q&A: Meet Kemp F. Schuessler, Bradenton City Council Ward 3 Candidate
Kemp F. Schuessler is running against Thomas J. Schwarz for the Bradenton City Council Ward 3 seat in the Nov. 3 general election.
Tiffany Razzano, Patch Staff
Secaucus, NJ|
Gonnelli Wants Secaucus' Newest Data Center Reduced To 2 Stories
Mayor Gonnelli plans to speak at the NJSEA meeting Thursday.
Carly Baldwin, Patch Staff
Hinsdale-Clarendon Hills, IL|
Hinsdale 'Spectacle': Officials Argue Over Donation To Village President
A no-bid contract for a campaign donor raised eyebrows. The president called the objections a "ruse."
David Giuliani, Patch Staff
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Bolingbrook, IL|
Bolingbrook Woman Facing Reckless Homicide, DUI Charges From Fatal May Crash: Police
A Romeoville man was killed in the crash.
Andrea Earnest, Patch Staff
Tuscaloosa, AL|
Druid City Brewing Co. Owner Bo Hicks Announces Run For Open Tuscaloosa Council Seat
Tuscaloosa business owner Bo Hicks officially announced Wednesday that he is running for the open Tuscaloosa City Council District 5 seat
Ryan Phillips, Patch Staff
Hamden, CT|
Hamden Boys Soccer Battles Cheshire To Tie: PHOTOS
The Green Dragons are rolling into the final stretch of the fall season.
Vincent Salzo, Patch Staff
Hamden, CT|
Sacred Heart Academy Soccer Team Continues Strong Finish To Regular Season
The Sharks lost only once in their past six games heading into the final stretch of the season.
Vincent Salzo, Patch Staff
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Rockville, MD|
MoCo Council OKs Bills On Speed Cameras, Street Takeovers & More
Measures passed by the Montgomery County Council include crackdowns on rental pricing and illegal car rallies. Here's what you need to know.
Gaby Arancibia, Patch Staff
Philadelphia, PA|
New Sixers, LeBron Cut Down Defending Champion Knicks On Opening Night
Philly spoiled a night New York rose their new championship banner to the rafters.
Justin Heinze, Patch Staff
Concord, NH|
Concord School Board Electioneering Against Tax Cap Ballot Question Being Reviewed By Election Law Unit
An alert sent to SAU 8 families via ParentSquare, urging voters to reject a proposal to contain school costs, may violate New Hampshire law.
Tony Schinella, Patch Staff
San Rafael, CA|
Video Shows Masked Thief Stealing Dog From San Rafael Driveway
Wesley, a friendly golden retriever, was taken in broad daylight from behind a gated fence at home.
Albert Gregory, Patch Staff
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Norwalk, CT|
Inventive Halloween Displays Pop Up Around City Hall In Norwalk: PHOTOS
Fun Halloween displays have been set up throughout City Hall ahead of a trick-or-treat event scheduled for later this month.
RJ Scofield, Patch Staff
Havre de Grace, MD|
Harford Co. Farm Helps Support Food Bank With Fresh Produce Through New Partnership
Kent Meadows Farm and the Harford County Food Bank have teamed up to create the Harford County Food Bank Farm and offer fresh produce.
Kristin Danley-Greiner, Patch Staff
La Grange, IL|
Lyons Township High Calendar Not Ideal, But It Works: Officials
Next year's first day will be earlier than usual. The school explains why.
David Giuliani, Patch Staff
Northport, NY|
Last 2 Of Their Litter, Penny And Cinnamon Still Waiting Together: Northport Kitties Of The Week
The bonded sisters have spent their entire lives side by side and are now waiting at Petco Commack for a family willing to adopt them both.
Kepherd Daniel, Patch Staff
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Healdsburg, CA|
Buoying NorCal Coastal Economy, Cuisine With $2.7M Ice House Refit
Officials secured federal and state money to replace aging equipment vital to keeping NorCal catches, coastal economy, and tradition alive.
Angela Woodall, Patch Staff
The Lymes, CT|
Old Lyme Road Safety Committee Plans Speed Monitoring, Traffic Sign Improvements
Old Lyme officials discuss speed monitoring on Saunders Hollow Road, new traffic signs, road safety grants and camera privacy concerns.
Rich Kirby, Patch Staff
Huntington, NY|
They Once Fought For Food Outside, Biscuit And Giblet Now Need A Home: Huntington Adoptable Pet Of The Week
The bonded kittens were rescued after struggling for food outdoors and are expected to arrive at Grateful Paw Cat Shelter in mid-November.
Kepherd Daniel, Patch Staff
Barnegat-Manahawkin, NJ|
Special Police Officer Earns Promotion, Praise In Stafford
Police Chief Russell Griffin said Dugan, 21, has drawn positive feedback and handled more than 1,500 calls.
Veronica Flesher, Patch Staff
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Bernardsville-Bedminster, NJ|
Bedminster Tavern Opens In Rebranded Main Street Restaurant Space
The new Main Street restaurant replaces Delicious Heights with a seasonal menu, live music and a planned whiskey bar.
Alexis Tarrazi, Patch Staff
Middletown, NJ|
Jury Selection Begins In Criminal Trial Against Former Middletown School Board Member Joe Fitzgerald
Jury selection began Tuesday in the criminal trial against former Middletown school board member Joseph "Joe" Fitzgerald.
Carly Baldwin, Patch Staff
Upper East Side, NY|
A New Reopening Date Is Set For The UES Esplanade
The walkway will reopen to the public nearly a month behind schedule.
Miranda Levingston, Patch Staff
The Lymes, CT|
East Lyme Conservation Commission Calls For Action Against Land Trust Over Open Space
East Lyme conservation officials challenge Land Trust open-space conversions and review rodent poisons, drinking water and development.
Rich Kirby, Patch Staff
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Catonsville, MD|
Tim Hortons To Open 1st Location In Baltimore County
Tim Hortons' arrival in Baltimore County will mark the brand's second location in Maryland.
Gaby Arancibia, Patch Staff
Grayslake, IL|
Lake County Sheriff Candidates Address ICE Enforcement, Immigration Laws
Incumbent John Idleburg and Republican challenger Roman Buchberger discuss the sheriff's role in immigration enforcement ahead of the Nov. 3
Amie Schaenzer, Patch Staff
Manhattan Beach, CA|
Manhattan Beach Weighs New Trash Rules, $100K Tavern Deposit
Proposed changes would allow more flexibility for businesses as city officials revisit a $100,000 deposit tied to Brewco Social.
Scott Snowden, Patch Staff
Shorewood, IL|
1 Dead In Crash At Route 52, Church Road: ISP
Portions of the affected roads are closed while Illinois State Police troopers investigate.
Emily Rosca, Patch Staff
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