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Westport, CT|
Westport P&Z To Consider Food And Beverage Zoning Changes, Hillspoint Road Rezoning
The meeting includes public hearings on the zoning proposals and two residential land-use applications, among other items.
Alfred Branch, Patch Staff
La Grange, IL|
La Grange Spent Nearly $3M On Lawyers Fighting Quarry Over Stormwater Project
In all, the village has spent $5.2 million, with no shovels in the ground. An official said there is no uncertainty about the spending.
David Giuliani, Patch Staff
East Hampton-Portland, CT|
Portland Zoning Board Delays Decision On Garage And Deck Variances At Glastonbury Turnpike Property
Portland's Zoning Board of Appeals continued a hearing on three setback variances at 674 Glastonbury Turnpike pending legal review.
Rich Kirby, Patch Staff
New Milford, CT|
New Milford Parks Commission Approves Memorial Tree, Forms Budget Panel
New Milford parks officials approved a memorial for former Fire Marshal David Lathrop and discussed park repairs and youth programs.
Rich Kirby, Patch Staff
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Wheaton, IL|
Gun Worn As Part Of Halloween Costume Accidentally Discharged At Wheaton Yard, Restaurant Says
Wheaton Yard shared a special announcement about the incident Tuesday night and said no one was hurt.
Lisa Marie Farver, Patch Staff
Belleville-Nutley, NJ|
Students Grill Belleville School Board Candidates At Election Forum [VIDEO]
These high school students had some savvy questions for Belleville Board of Education candidates ahead of the 2026 election.
Eric Kiefer, Patch Staff
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Arlington Heights, IL|
More Coyotes This Fall? Schaumburg Offers Tips To Protect Pets
Young coyotes are leaving their family groups to find new territories, making fall sightings more likely.
Eric DeGrechie, Patch Staff
Greater Hartford, CT|
Law Firm's Fight With Hartford Over Sidewalk Ads May Go To Court
It is demanding that Hartford preserve records related to a sidewalk safety campaign, police enforcement, and an attorney grievance.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
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Elmhurst, IL|
3 Elmhurst Aldermen May Bow Out, While Ex-Alderman Wants Back In
The possible hopefuls include a Flock camera foe, a gun regulation backer and a participant in the 2020 bathroom battle.
David Giuliani, Patch Staff
The Lymes, CT|
Old Lyme Housing Committee Reviews Zoning Changes, Affordable Housing Planning
Old Lyme's housing committee reviewed zoning changes, affordable housing requirements and a draft housing plan.
Rich Kirby, Patch Staff
Suisun City, CA|
Robin Robbins Named Fairfield Senior Living Director
Robbins brings 32 years of senior living experience to her new role at The Village at Rancho Solano.
Sanestina Hunter, Patch Staff
Channahon-Minooka, IL|
Minooka I-55 Abuser Took Metal Chain From Truck Bed, Broke Window, Struck Woman's Face, Shoulder: Prosecutor
As the victim called her mother for help, Lennon-Rios reached inside, opened his door and pulled her out of his truck, prosecutors alleged.
John Ferak, Patch Staff
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Joliet, IL|
'God Wanted Apartment To Burn Because Landlord Had Done Illegal Things,' Lindsay Rozner Tells Investigator
Already detained under the SAFE-T-Act, the Wilmington woman now faces aggravated arson and residential arson charges for Crest Hill's fire.
John Ferak, Patch Staff
Lake Elsinore-Wildomar, CA|
Mail Dumped On 15 Freeway Near Lake Elsinore; Items Turned Over To USPS: CHP
While collecting the litter, volunteers noticed what appeared to be mail and a few voter ballots.
Toni McAllister, Patch Staff
Downers Grove, IL|
'Work Progressing Smoothly' On Milkshake Factory In Downers Grove: Oakwood Construction Services
Oakwood Construction Services is building the Downers Grove Milkshake Factory, which will be the chain's first in Illinois.
Lisa Marie Farver, Patch Staff
Palos Verdes, CA|
Nearly 600 Million Gallons Pumped From Palos Verdes Landslide
Rancho Palos Verdes has removed 585 million gallons of groundwater as crews prepare the unstable hillside for winter storms.
Scott Snowden, Patch Staff
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Durham-Middlefield, CT|
Middlefield Housing Authority Approves $5K Water Tank Cleaning, Addresses Water Safety Concerns
Middlefield housing officials approved tank maintenance, reviewed water test results and discussed plumbing problems at Sugarloaf Terrace.
Rich Kirby, Patch Staff
Swampscott, MA|
Swampscott Neighborhood Residents Push Back On VFW Zoning Proposal
A community forum was held on the proposed zoning change at 89 Burrill Street to formally allow lodges, clubs and fraternal organizations.
Scott Souza, Patch Staff
Burr Ridge, IL|
Burr Ridge Firm May Be Storing Toxic Chemicals Without Permit
The company has filed a request with the village. Neighbors are opposed to it.
David Giuliani, Patch Staff
Essex-Chester-Deep River, CT|
Essex Harbor Commission Reviews Cross Trees Project, Mooring Renewals And No-Wake Concerns
Essex harbor officials reviewed a Cross Trees application, mooring renewals, North Cove boating concerns and harbor plan updates.
Rich Kirby, Patch Staff
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Northport, NY|
Bonded Sisters Lost Adoption Chance After Hiding From Potential Family: Northport Kitties Of The Week
A recent meeting showed why shy rescue cats sometimes need more than a few minutes to make an impression.
Kepherd Daniel, Patch Staff
Huntington, NY|
Found Alone In Abandoned Building, Sunnie And Cher Need A Home Together: Huntington Adoptable Pet Of The Week
The bonded sisters were rescued after a Good Samaritan heard their cries and are expected to be ready for adoption around Thanksgiving.
Kepherd Daniel, Patch Staff
Elmhurst, IL|
'Ostracized' Villa Park Official Says Retaliation Drove Her Departure
She blamed a secret recording and the mayor's release of the transcript. She said she was "placed on an island."
David Giuliani, Patch Staff
Joliet, IL|
'Joliet Deserves Better: Fix Our Bridges!' Change.Org Petition Drive Underway Needs Your Support
Under the tenure of city manager Beth Beatty and Mayor Terry D'Arcy, Joliet's traffic congestion has become worse, thanks to the bridges.
John Ferak, Patch Staff
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Bridgewater, NJ|
Former Oil Rigger Turned Baker Launches Field Notes Bakery With Small-Batch Macarons In Bridgewater
Caryl Dizon Yuhas makes macarons slowly and by hand, using eggs from her chickens, fruits and flowers from her garden, and local produce.
Alexis Tarrazi, Patch Staff
Lake Elsinore-Wildomar, CA|
Fender Guitars Clarifies 'Temporary Closure' Of Its US Manufacturing Hub In Riverside County
In a Worker Adjustment and Retraining Notification filed Oct. 15 with the state, Fender reported the plant would temporarily close Dec. 14.
Toni McAllister, Patch Staff
Greenwich, CT|
Greenwich Seeks To Honor Beloved Resident, Longtime Volunteer Dick Kriskey
A request went before the Board of Selectmen to honor a longtime volunteer and resident who died on Sept. 13 at the age of 93.
Richard Kaufman, Patch Staff
Hillsborough, NJ|
Hillsborough Zoning Board Reviews Route 206 Car Wash Next To Elementary School
The application covers demolition of a vacant bank building and construction of a car wash in the Town Center zone.
Alexis Tarrazi, Patch Staff
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Newark, NJ|
NJ Seniors Protest At ICE Prison In Newark, Demand Better Conditions For Detainees
“To live in a community of so many people of my age still feeling they can make the world better is a privilege,” an ex-state senator said.
Eric Kiefer, Patch Staff
Lake Forest-Lake Bluff, IL|
Lake Forest Council Seeks Fixes For Wireless Dead Zones
Residents described poor cell service while the city outlined tower work and next steps for wireless coverage.
Rachel Barnes, Patch Staff
Berkeley, NJ|
Berkeley Approves 20 Townhouses Off Sloop Creek Road
The Berkeley Board of Adjustment approved plans for 20 townhouses on land along Sloop Creek Road and South Avenue.
Veronica Flesher, Patch Staff
East Brunswick, NJ|
Brunswick Square Mall’s Makeover Takes Shape As First New Store Opens
The mayor says a “series of openings” is expected at the East Brunswick mall over the next couple of months.
Sarah Salvadore, Patch Staff
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The Lymes, CT|
East Lyme Commission On Aging Plans New Bus Request, Reviews Senior Center Budget Needs
East Lyme's Commission on Aging discussed a new bus, staffing needs, volunteer contributions and upcoming senior programs.
Rich Kirby, Patch Staff
Sayville-Bayport, NY|
'I Don't Have My Daughter': LI Girl, 7, Reported Being Hit; Months Later, She Was Dead: Suit
Jor'Dynn Duncan's mother says she was never told her daughter reported being hit before Suffolk County approved a custody transfer.
Kepherd Daniel, Patch Staff
Fairfield, CT|
Fairfield To Acquire Quincy Street Property For Affordable Housing Project
The Representative Town Meeting approved the purchase this week.
Alfred Branch, Patch Staff
La Grange, IL|
Fired Argo High Worker Returning; Split Board OKs Deal
At his girlfriend's request, the ex-board leader sought a reason to oust the employee, according to an inquiry.
David Giuliani, Patch Staff
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Hatboro-Horsham, PA|
'It Feels Like A Firing Squad,' Hatboro Councilwoman Says About Meetings
Hatboro Borough Councilwoman Erin McCuen recently stated that meetings are more about accusations than questions.
Dino Ciliberti, Patch Staff
Swampscott, MA|
North Shore Police Credit Flock Cameras With Helping Find Child In Stolen Car
As cities and towns hotly debate the merits of the ALPR cameras, Lynn police said they were critical in the rapid recovery of a 6-year-old.
Scott Souza, Patch Staff
Montclair, NJ|
WATCH: Sparks Fly At NJ-11 Congress Debate Between Mejia, Hathaway
Here’s what Analilia Mejia, Joe Hathaway and Alan Bond had to say about the economy, health care, Trump and other controversial issues.
Eric Kiefer, Patch Staff
Princeton, NJ|
Princeton Weighs Rescue Squad’s Ask To Cover Ambulance Costs
A new ambulance now costs about $500,000, and the squad says donations and insurance can no longer cover it.
Sarah Salvadore, Patch Staff
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