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Plainfield, IL|
Patch's Best 2026 Halloween Yard Haunts: Will, Kendall, Grundy Counties
Patch has rounded up the best residential Halloween yard haunts submitted by readers in Wil, Grundy and Kendall counties.
Lorraine Swanson, Patch Staff
Crystal Lake-Cary, IL|
Patch's Best 2026 Halloween Yard Haunts: Lake and McHenry Counties
Patch has rounded up the best residential Halloween yard haunts submitted by readers in Will, Kendall, Grundy and DeKalb Counties.
Lorraine Swanson, Patch Staff
Downers Grove, IL|
Patch's Best 2026 Halloween Yard Haunts: DuPage And Kane Counties
Patch has rounded up the best residential Halloween yard haunts submitted by readers in DuPage and Kane Counties.
Lorraine Swanson, Patch Staff
Downers Grove, IL|
Downers Grove To Vote On 13-Apartment Mixed-Use Development
The development would feature four one-bedroom apartments and nine two-bedroom apartments at at 5112-5120 Forest Ave.
Lisa Marie Farver, Patch Staff
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Oak Lawn, IL|
Patch's Best 2026 Halloween Yard Haunts: Cook County
Patch has rounded up the best residential Halloween yard haunts submitted by readers in Cook County.
Lorraine Swanson, Patch Staff
Warminster, PA|
Are Eagles Winning Ways Ending?: This Week In Philly Sports
Eagles General Manager Howie Roseman may be starting the process to retool the team with an eye toward the future instead of this season.
Dino Ciliberti, Patch Staff
Greenwich, CT|
Something Natural Closes In Greenwich, NYC-Based Magnolia Bakery Eyes Location
A signage application was reviewed this week by the Greenwich Architectural Review Committee's sign subcommittee.
Richard Kaufman, Patch Staff
Ridgefield, CT|
Ridgefield P&Z To Review Land Purchase For Public Safety Building, Proposed Golf Driving Range
Ridgefield P&Z will review a public safety property purchase, golf driving range, adult day care proposal and Main Street signage.
Rich Kirby, Patch Staff
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Wheaton, IL|
Wheaton To Review Proposal To Build 8 Townhomes On Roosevelt Road
The city's planning and zoning commission will review the special use permit request at its Oct. 13 meeting.
Lisa Marie Farver, Patch Staff
Long Island, NY|
Wading River Pizzeria + Westhampton Lidl Closes + King Kullen Acquired: LI Biz Roundup
More: Smoothie King giveaways and discounted smoothies coming soon / Jerry & The Mermaid owner shares insight / Bridgehampton Target
Melanie Gulbas, Patch Staff
Madison, CT|
Madison Firehouse Expansion Nears Completion As Officials Address Final Construction Issues
Madison officials review final work on the firehouse expansion, including septic, flooring and apron issues, as completion nears.
Alfred Branch, Patch Staff
Wayne, NJ|
Wayne Pastor In The Running For USA's 'Super Dad'
The local pastor will be featured on national television if he wins. Learn how to vote for him:
Jack Slocum, Patch Staff
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Joliet, IL|
$211,908 Job Available At Joliet City Hall: State Of Illinois Driver's License Required For Applicants
Joliet’s organizational approach emphasizes strategic planning, fiscal discipline, and long-term investment, the job posting reads.
John Ferak, Patch Staff
Upper East Side, NY|
Hungarian Restaurant Tulipan Kitchen Coming To Upper East Side
Tulipan Kitchen will pair Hungarian-inspired dining with art, music and events inside a new Madison Avenue townhouse.
Miranda Levingston, Patch Staff
Salem, MA|
Salem City Council Passes Ban On Data Centers In Witch City
The final passage included an enhanced definition of data centers and eliminated the 2-megawatt threshold.
Scott Souza, Patch Staff
Concord, NH|
Woman Who Died After Officer-Involved Shooting Was Homeless In Concord, Had Child Confiscated From Her: Docs
Jeanne Alice Seto died during a shooting in Bath on Thursday night. Earlier, a court turned over guardianship of her daughter to her family.
Tony Schinella, Patch Staff
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Granby-East Granby, CT|
Granby Schools Weigh Tighter High School Cellphone Rules
Students already must keep phones away during class, but district officials are considering whether the restriction should cover more.
Jay Kenney, Patch Staff
Skokie, IL|
Skokie Identifies Lead Candidate For Unfinished Downtown Hotel Project
Murphy Development Group is leading current discussions as Skokie awaits costs, timing and a delivery plan.
Rachel Barnes, Patch Staff
Westport, CT|
Westport Selectmen To Consider $325K Wakeman Farm Contract, Land Use Planning Agreement
Additionally, the selectmen will review sewer infrastructure, Riverside Avenue traffic changes, and other matters next week.
Alfred Branch, Patch Staff
Ellington-Somers, CT|
Sewer Backups Prompt Plea At Ellington Housing Complex
The Housing Authority says sewage enters apartments at Snipsic Village.
Jay Kenney, Patch Staff
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Havre de Grace, MD|
63rd Annual Havre De Grace Art Show Helps Support Food Insecure Residents
Make plans to attend the 63rd Annual Havre de Grace Art Show with children's activities, live music, artist interactions, shopping and more.
Kristin Danley-Greiner, Patch Staff
Manchester, CT|
Manchester Project Aims To Get Rugs To Those Who Need Them
A complicated business situation in Manchester has turned into a movement to get rugs to those in need.
Chris Dehnel, Patch Staff
Stamford, CT|
Students Help Plant Stamford's First Miyawaki Forest Next To Hart Elementary School
Fourth-graders helped put the finishing touches on a mini forest that aims to have a big impact on student learning and the environment.
Richard Kaufman, Patch Staff
Santa Monica, CA|
Santa Monica Council Candidate Spotlight: Lana Negrete
Part 5 of 12: Patch speaks with Lana Negrete as candidates make their case for three Santa Monica City Council seats this November.
Scott Snowden, Patch Staff
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Across Massachusetts, MA|
2026 MA Elections: Question 3 Would Eliminated Party-Based Primaries
A "yes" vote would advance the top two primary vote-getters to the general election regardless of affiliation.
Scott Souza, Patch Staff
Arlington, VA|
Arlington Teacher Sues School Board, Claiming Religious Discrimination, Retaliation
A former Wakefield High School teacher claims he faced racial discrimination, sexual harassment and retaliation for his Christian beliefs.
Megan VerHelst, Patch Staff
Fairfield, CT|
Fairfield Zoning Commission To Hear 140-Unit Housing Proposal, Sacred Heart Athletic Field Plans
The 140-unit multifamily residential development is proposed for 185 Thorpe St. in Fairfield.
Alfred Branch, Patch Staff
Across America, US|
Halloween Trick-Or-Treating Has Lost Some Of Its Luster: Block Talk
More Americans are celebrating Halloween, but traditional trick-or-treating is losing ground as families embrace organized events.
Beth Dalbey, Patch Staff
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Vernon, CT|
Connecticut-Based European-Style Bakery and Cafe Expanding Into Vernon
A Vernon strip plaza has a new commitment.
Chris Dehnel, Patch Staff
Joliet, IL|
'Let My Man Go!' Bleeding Joliet Victim Punched In Face, Eye Messed Up, No Longer Kept In Jail: Prosecutors
Joliet police arrested Danielle Cook, age 36, on charges of aggravated battery, domestic battery and resisting a peace officer.
John Ferak, Patch Staff
Ridgefield, CT|
Ridgefield Schools Review K-12 Writing Instruction, Launch Technology And AI Oversight Plan
Ridgefield school officials outlined a K-12 writing review and new technology committees focused on AI, privacy and classroom instruction.
Rich Kirby, Patch Staff
Windsor Locks-East Windsor, CT|
East Windsor Ambulance Denies Employee Suspension Claims
The association says no employees have been suspended and warns that last-minute absences can affect emergency coverage.
Jay Kenney, Patch Staff
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Newark, NJ|
NJ Anti-Bullying Guru Will Attempt World Record On Eve Of Cancer Surgery
They’re both fights that he’s ready to take on – and win, John Mirrione said.
Eric Kiefer, Patch Staff
Pittsburgh, PA|
Consumer Alert Issued For Well-Known Pittsburgh Restaurant
Find out here what a health department inspection of this Pittsburgh eatery uncovered.
Eric Heyl, Patch Staff
Tampa, FL|
Art Gala To Benefit Grieving Children, Families In Brandon Area
Hand In Hand Brandon is hosting an art gala benefiting services for grieving children and families, including future plans for a retreat.
Tiffany Razzano, Patch Staff
West Hartford, CT|
West Hartford Homeowners Sue Town After ZBA Rejects Airbnb Plan
Owners of a Pheasant Hill Drive home sued West Hartford after the ZBA unanimously upheld an order against short-term rentals.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
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Simsbury, CT|
Simsbury Residents Raise Privacy Concerns Over Flock Cameras; Selectmen Plan Further Discussion
Simsbury residents raised privacy concerns about Flock license plate readers as police defended their public safety benefits.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
Hamden, CT|
Sacred Heart Academy Soccer Team Wins 3 Straight Games: PHOTOS
Reversal of Fortune: The Sharks broke a recent three-game losing streak with three straight wins over Naugatuck, Shelton, and Wilbur Cross.
Vincent Salzo, Patch Staff
Gowanus-Red Hook, NY|
Developers Break Ground On 27-Story Gowanus Tower With 250 Affordable Homes
The project will also bring a new public waterfront esplanade to the area.
David Luces, Patch Staff
West Village, NY|
Tokyo Record Bar Celebrates Jazz Legends With October Events: See Lineup
From October 8-10, the bar will celebrate the 109th birthday of Jazz legend Thelonious Monk
David Luces, Patch Staff
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