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Across California, CA|
Last-Minute CA Summer Bucket List: Fun Family Adventures Before The Season Slips Away
Whether you're planning a day trip or a weekend getaway, these attractions and events offer plenty of ways to make the most of summer.
Kristina Houck, Patch Staff
Norwalk, CT|
Norwalk City Council To Consider Various Purchases During Upcoming Meeting: Agenda
The Norwalk City Council is scheduled to meet on July 28, 2026. Here's what's on the agenda.
RJ Scofield, Patch Staff
Oak Lawn, IL|
Lisle Man Dies While In Oak Lawn Police Custody, Illinois State Police Conduct Independent Probe
The 43-year-old man reportedly ingested an unknown substance when he became unresponsive and was taken to the hospital, ISP said.
Lorraine Swanson, Patch Staff
Bolingbrook, IL|
2 Florida Men Used Stolen Credit Card Info In Scheme To Buy $5K In Tablets At Target: Bolingbrook Police
Police say the two men also attempted to use the card information, obtained in a phone scam, at Macy's but were thwarted.
Andrea Earnest, Patch Staff
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Plainfield, IL|
New Mexican Restaurant To Replace Shuttered Altiro In Downtown Plainfield
One Mexican restaurant left downtown Plainfield, but another is opening in its stead.
Emily Rosca, Patch Staff
East Meadow, NY|
'It Makes Me Feel Like I'm 20 Again': Firefall's Jock Bartley Heads To LI Saturday
The 1970s guitarist reflects on decades of hits ahead of the show in Eisenhower Park this weekend.
Melanie Gulbas, Patch Staff
New Canaan, CT|
New Canaan Planning And Zoning To Hold Public Hearings During Upcoming Meeting: Agenda
The New Canaan Planning and Zoning Commission is scheduled to meet on July 28, 2026. Here's what's on the agenda.
RJ Scofield, Patch Staff
Massapequa, NY|
Nassau County Athletes Of The Week: Massapequa International Softball
Massapequa International softball won a New York State Little League title this season, making them Nassau County's athletes of the week.
Tom Gambardella, Patch Staff
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Barnegat-Manahawkin, NJ|
Drive-Thru Coffee Shop Proposed In Barnegat
The proposal will be heard by the zoning board in August.
Veronica Flesher, Patch Staff
Fairfield, CT|
Fairfield RTM Set To Review Opioid Settlement Allocation
The town is receiving nearly $460,000 to combat substance abuse.
Alfred Branch, Patch Staff
Berkeley, NJ|
Motel Could Become Apartments In Bayville
The proposal to convert the motel into apartments will go before the zoning board in August.
Veronica Flesher, Patch Staff
Healdsburg, CA|
Mediterranean Flavors Worth The Drive Across Sonoma County
From elegant wine-country dining rooms to hidden neighborhood gems, these six restaurants showcase Sonoma County's fresh produce.
Angela Woodall, Patch Staff
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East Meadow, NY|
'The Songs Live On': Atlanta Rhythm Section's Rodney Justo Returns To LI Saturday
Lead singer Rodney Justo says the band's timeless hits continue to connect generations of fans.
Melanie Gulbas, Patch Staff
Channahon-Minooka, IL|
'If You See A Union Inflatable Rat Outside City Hall This Weekend, I Want To Explain Why'
Braidwood has always been a union-friendly community, and we continue to support union labor, the village shared on Facebook.
John Ferak, Patch Staff
Rumson-Fair Haven, NJ|
Bicyclist Dies In Fatal Rumson Crash, Prosecutor Says
The crash occurred Thursday afternoon at the intersection of Ridge Road (Hartshorne Lane) and Navesink Avenue.
Sara Winick, Patch Staff
Massapequa, NY|
New Hot Pilates Studio Brings ‘Pilates Girlie Nation’ To Massapequa Park
That's Hot Pilates opened a new location in Massapequa Park this July, expanding a footprint that includes two studios in Rockville Centre.
Tom Gambardella, Patch Staff
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Across America, US|
Wedding RSVP Cash Gift Prompts Test Etiquette Rules For Guests [The Question]
Wedding guests may spend hundreds before the vows are exchanged. Does that change what they owe the couple when it comes to a gift?
Beth Dalbey, Patch Staff
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Philadelphia, PA|
The LeBron Move Is Nearly Unprecedented In Philly Sports History: 5 Closest Comparisons
In the wake of Friday's seismic LeBron James news, here's a glance at the only five moments Philly has ever had to compare.
Justin Heinze, Patch Staff
Dublin, CA|
Tri-Valley Scouts Honor Veterans With 250 Handwritten Letters
The Old Glory Retirement Drive collected worn American flags, then included pieces of the retired flags' blue star field in thank-you letter
Michael Wittner, Patch Staff
Tinley Park, IL|
Recovered From Amputation, Dog Rescued From Side Of I-355 Now Ready For Adoption
"Mercy" was found on the side of I-355 after being hit by a car. Her leg required amputation. She's now eligible for adoption.
Lauren Traut, Patch Staff
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Hillsborough, NJ|
New 'Ultimate' Trampoline, Adventure Park Sets Opening Date In Somerset
Bounce Air Park announced a soft opening for its 20,000-square-foot indoor playground.
Alexis Tarrazi, Patch Staff
Chicago, IL|
Pritzker Signs Law Establishing July 25 As 'Emmett Till Day ' To Keep Teen's And Mother's Legacy From Erasure
“This legislation ensures that Emmett Till and his mother, Mamie Till-Mobley, will never be forgotten,” Gov. J.B. Pritzker said.
Lorraine Swanson, Patch Staff
Long Island, NY|
His Medical Care Is Covered For Life — Now Dallas Just Needs A Family
The 2-year-old rescue's epilepsy treatment is covered for life through North Shore Animal League America's Pet Health Center.
Melanie Gulbas, Patch Staff
Medford, NY|
Niece's Tragic LI Murder, In Battle Lost With Domestic Violence, Inspires Cancer Warrior Aunt's Activism
After Elizabeth Hernandez's 2013 slaying, Lisa Cucuzza-Jimenez took up women's causes and started a food pantry, Little Bit's Blessing Box.
Peggy Spellman Hoey, Patch Staff
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Mendham-Chester, NJ|
Data Centers, DPW Study To Be Discussed By Mendham Township
The Township Committee will also discuss tree regulations, emergency brush pickup, and banner regulations during its Monday meeting.
Jack Slocum, Patch Staff
Burr Ridge, IL|
Burr Ridge Moves Ahead With New Village Hall, Preschool Plan
The new offices will be attached to the 16-year-old police station.
David Giuliani, Patch Staff
Westhampton-Hampton Bays, NY|
5 Years After Horrific Quogue Crash Leaves 5 Dead, Heartbreak Endures: 'None Of Us Will Ever Be The Same'
Kurt Kiess, who lost his son in a crash that left 5 dead, fights for change. "After 5 years, nothing has been resolved — it's shameful."
Lisa Finn, Patch Staff
Glen Ellyn, IL|
Dutch Bros. Coffee Proposal Heads To Village Board Vote In Glen Ellyn
The village will vote Monday on special use permit and zoning requests for a Dutch Bros. drive-thru on Roosevelt Road.
Lisa Marie Farver, Patch Staff
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Bed-Stuy, NY|
Bed-Stuy Neighbors Are Trading Skills Without Money
A Brooklyn project is bringing neighbors together through exchanges that turn everyday skills into community connections.
Ainsley Martinez, Patch Staff
Brooklyn, NY|
Brooklyn Neighbors Are Trading Skills Without Money
A Brooklyn project is bringing neighbors together through exchanges that turn everyday skills into community connections.
Ainsley Martinez, Patch Staff
Bowie, MD|
Nonprofit, College Apartment Residents Team Up To Repurpose Household Items
A nonprofit has teamed up with a developer of a UMD college apartment to repurpose unwanted household items to those in need.
Kristin Danley-Greiner, Patch Staff
Redwood City-Woodside, CA|
'BottleRock Style' Festival For SMC Among Tourism Group's Big Goals
Officials also highlighted Redwood City attractions, sports tourism and food events as part of a strategy to boost visitors and hotel stays.
Albert Gregory, Patch Staff
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Fremont, CA|
ATM Skimmer Found At Fremont Convenience Store: Police
Skimmers are made to look like a part of a payment device and are used to steal card information.
Fernando Haro, Patch Staff
Across America, US|
What Your Neighbors Say About Park Etiquette Basics: Block Talk
Sharing public parks comes down to common sense, readers say. Leash dogs, slow down on trails and remember the space belongs to everyone.
Beth Dalbey, Patch Staff
Guilford, CT|
Guilford Charter Revision Commission To Hold Public Hearing On Proposed Charter Changes
Several proposed charter revisions would affect local elections, the budget process and town government terminology.
Richard Kaufman, Patch Staff
La Grange, IL|
La Grange Official, Critic Trade Barbs At Meeting On Downtown Architecture
A committee head suggested the critic seemed like he was being paid to disrupt proceedings.
David Giuliani, Patch Staff
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Yorkville, IL|
'We Both Were In A Fit Of Rage': Yorkville Woman Shoots Boyfriend While On Probation, Prosecutors Allege
The woman, who called 911 to report her boyfriend was shot, initially told police he attacked her, then shot himself, officials said.
Emily Rosca, Patch Staff
Clearwater, FL|
Former Tampa TV Executive Opens School Of Rock In Clearwater
After 23 years in television, a former Tampa-area executive has opened a School of Rock franchise in Clearwater.
Tiffany Razzano, Patch Staff
Woodbridge, NJ|
Construction Delayed For NESE Natural Gas Pipeline Under Raritan Bay
Dredging of the Raritan Bay seabed will be a big part of the work, as Williams has to bury the NESE pipeline under the sea floor.
Carly Baldwin, Patch Staff
Novato, CA|
Contentious Project Faces Pushback Over Fire, Parking Concerns In Marin County
Residents warned a proposed trail expansion could worsen wildfire evacuation, parking and neighborhood safety concerns.
Albert Gregory, Patch Staff
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