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Westport, CT|
Westport RTM To Consider Firefighters Union Contract At Upcoming Special Meeting
The meeting will be held electronically and not in person.
Alfred Branch, Patch Staff
Sachem, NY|
Suffolk Police Still Searching For Centereach Man, 78, With Parkinson's Who's Missing More Than 2 Months
Mochang Im was last seen at his home on Shearwater Way. Do you recognize him?
Peggy Spellman Hoey, Patch Staff
Shorewood, IL|
Vietnamese Sandwich Shop Opens Near Joliet: 'Bake & Bite Is A Wonderful Addition'
Back in April, Patch revealed that Shorewood would get a Bake & Bite restaurant along Route 59 that will offer Bahn Mi, bowls and wings.
John Ferak, Patch Staff
Patchogue, NY|
Man Stabbed In Fight Treated At NYU Langone Hospital-Suffolk: Police
He walked into the hospital at around 4 a.m. and said he was in an argument with another man that escalated, Suffolk police say.
Peggy Spellman Hoey, Patch Staff
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Ridgefield, CT|
ECDC Reviews Route 7 Safety, Cultural District And New Businesses Coming To Ridgefield
Ridgefield's ECDC discussed Route 7 safety, Cultural District projects, business development and approved its budget.
Rich Kirby, Patch Staff
Bridgewater, NJ|
AP Results Show 4 Years Of Growth In Bridgewater-Raritan Schools
The superintendent told the school board AP passing rates and exam participation both climbed in Bridgewater-Raritan.
Alexis Tarrazi, Patch Staff
Joliet, IL|
Wilmington Man 'Was Kicking And Stomping Her Head As Well As Grabbing Her Hair:' Prosecutors Show
After being captured July 23 at Wilmington's Rustic Inn, 24-year-old Gabriel Alvarez remains in the Will County Jail under the SAFE-T-Act.
John Ferak, Patch Staff
Tuscaloosa, AL|
Longtime Holt High Basketball Coach Leaving For New Job In County School System
One of the most decorated boys basketball coaches in Holt High School history is stepping down to take another job
Ryan Phillips, Patch Staff
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Ridgewood-Glen Rock, NJ|
Threatening Call To Bergen County Hospital Leads To Arrest: Police
The man called the hospital in Bergen County twice and mentioned guns, police say.
Caren Lissner, Patch Staff
Crofton, MD|
Brunch, Taco Fans Are Getting 2 New Restaurants In Anne Arundel Co.
Two new restaurants offering brunch and tacos are opening minutes apart in the Gambrills-Crofton area.
Gaby Arancibia, Patch Staff
North Hills, PA|
Ross Gets $900K To Help Relieve McKnight Road Traffic Woes
The township is getting significant state funds for a project that could speed traffic along McKnight Road.
Eric Heyl, Patch Staff
La Grange, IL|
Suburban Cop Resigns From Panel After Pulling Gun On Woman
Residents sought the lieutenant's ouster from a commission that oversees hiring and discipline of officers.
David Giuliani, Patch Staff
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Enfield, CT|
Moody Road Closed In Enfield During Police Investigation
Drivers are being urged to take alternate routes.
Jay Kenney, Patch Staff
Across America, US|
School Drop-Off Lane Chaos Puts Children At Risk: Block Talk
Impatience, entitlement and poor planning can turn school drop-off and pickup into a daily test of safety and sanity.
Beth Dalbey, Patch Staff
Orange, CT|
Orange Zoning Board Approves Clarified Variance For Birchwood Drive Property
Orange ZBA approved a clarified variance for 849 Birchwood Drive and discussed hardship guidance for applicants.
Rich Kirby, Patch Staff
Shirley-Mastic, NY|
Uber Driver Stabbed In Mastic: Police
It happened at around 1:35 a.m. on Friday, Suffolk police say.
Peggy Spellman Hoey, Patch Staff
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Long Beach, CA|
18 New Speed Cameras Coming To Long Beach Streets: See Where
Public Works says cameras will target high-injury corridors and school zones, with warnings beginning before citations are issued.
Scott Snowden, Patch Staff
Waterford, CT|
Waterford RTM Approves Utility Funding, Youth Services Donation And Public Comment Referral
Waterford RTM approved utility funding, accepted a $15,000 donation and referred public comment guidelines for review.
Rich Kirby, Patch Staff
Healdsburg, CA|
Stronger Storms, Higher Seas, And Greater Flooding Risks Could Threaten California This Winter
Experts say the strongest warning isn't panic—it is the rare chance to prepare months before the biggest storms arrive.
Angela Woodall, Patch Staff
New Milford, CT|
New Milford Town Meeting To Consider $803K In Capital Reserve Spending
New Milford voters will consider $803,194 in capital reserve spending at a Special Town Meeting on Aug. 24.
Rich Kirby, Patch Staff
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Temecula, CA|
Temecula Polo Returns To Wine Country This Weekend: San Diego Vs. Temecula Polo Teams
Temecula, prepare yourself for a weekend of five-star luxury, wine, and polo, with plenty of shade and, yes, divot stomping.
Ashley Ludwig, Patch Staff
Elmhurst, IL|
Official Blocks Vote In Wilder Bandshell Controversy, Citing State Law
An election lawyer disagreed with the Elmhurst Park District's legal basis for denying voters.
David Giuliani, Patch Staff
Buffalo Grove, IL|
Buffalo Grove Police Therapy Dog Earns Crisis Response Certification
Grady and Deputy Police Chief Brian Spolar are among 19 certified therapy canine teams in Illinois.
Eric DeGrechie, Patch Staff
Bel Air, MD|
Fur Babies, Bank Come Together To Support Harford Co. Shelter
Harford Bank is hosting the Sit. Stay. Save. campaign to benefit the HSHC with the help of Remy who was crowned "top dog" in a contest.
Kristin Danley-Greiner, Patch Staff
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Three Village, NY|
2 Taken To Local Hospital After 2-Vehicle Crash In Stony Brook: Police
A Chevy Suburban was struck and then went into a pole, Suffolk police say.
Peggy Spellman Hoey, Patch Staff
Ridgefield, CT|
Ridgefield Prevention Council Plans Parent Programs, Drug Take-Back And Fall Outreach
Ridgefield Prevention Council discussed parent programs, Drug Take-Back Day, SpireBALL and fall prevention initiatives.
Rich Kirby, Patch Staff
Swampscott, MA|
Residential Ruled Out As Part Of Swampscott Hawthorne Property Redevelopment
The Select Board voted 3-2 to disquality any development proposals that include apartments or condos.
Scott Souza, Patch Staff
Radnor, PA|
Proposed Courthouse In Radnor Twp. To Get A Public Hearing
The court would occupy a space that last operated as an animal hospital.
June Bakan, Patch Staff
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Middletown, NJ|
'Grown-Ups 3' Will Film In Keansburg At End Of August
There are unconfirmed reports Adam Sandler was spotted in Keansburg on Wednesday.
Carly Baldwin, Patch Staff
Palos Verdes, CA|
5 Things To Know About Armed Suspect Arrested In Connection With Trump Visit
A federal complaint sheds new light on the case after a Downey man was charged in connection with the weekend arrest.
Scott Snowden, Patch Staff
Enfield, CT|
Enfield Launches Town Manager Search As Coppler Departs
Town officials marked Matthew Coppler’s last formal meeting.
Jay Kenney, Patch Staff
Bridgewater, NJ|
Controversial Bridgewater Affordable Housing Project Delayed, NJDOT Appeal Pending
Wheatsworth Properties Urban Renewal, LLC, is appealing the NJDOT's decision to deny its road opening application on Route 202/206.
Alexis Tarrazi, Patch Staff
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Lake Elsinore-Wildomar, CA|
Airplane Crash Lands In Riverside County, Firefighters Handle Leaking Fuel
Emergency responders rushed to the field where a small aircraft made an emergency landing.
Ashley Ludwig, Patch Staff
Santa Monica, CA|
Hollywood Theme Helps National Night Out Shine In Santa Monica
Community turnout, creative costumes and a refreshed layout gave this year's event the feel of a welcome return to form.
Scott Snowden, Patch Staff
Concord, NH|
Thousands Attend Concord's National Night Out; Cops Thank Businesses That Helped Out With Donations
National Night Out on Tuesday night was deemed a success, with police and others working to help build community in the capital region.
Tony Schinella, Patch Staff
Upper East Side, NY|
Nightly's, Uva Restaurateur Plans 2 New Japanese Spots On The UES
A 19-seat counter-service sushi restaurant is set to replace a former Italian coffee bar.
Miranda Levingston, Patch Staff
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Northbrook, IL|
Glenbrook North To Open Free School Health Center
The Advocate Health facility will begin seeing District 225 students and staff members later this month.
Eric DeGrechie, Patch Staff
Sonoma Valley, CA|
Every Glass Came With A Story: Inside An Unexpected Winemaker's Celebration
Curious wine lovers, vineyard guides, and an 80s cover band turned a milestone anniversary into a Sonoma experience.
Angela Woodall, Patch Staff
La Grange, IL|
La Grange Trustee Resigns, Headed To Florida
The trustee took the helm of a Florida company in May.
David Giuliani, Patch Staff
Bridgewater, NJ|
Raritan Dad Launches T-Shirt Brand Leaning On Food, Family, & Nostalgia
Brian Ryno launched EatShirts, a small family-run food-themed t-shirt brand based in Raritan.
Alexis Tarrazi, Patch Staff
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