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Princeton, NJ|
Princeton Weighs Parking Rate Changes, Higher Spring Street Garage Permit Fee
Council members discussed higher parking rates, garage demand and a possible timeline for changes this summer.
Alexis Tarrazi, Patch Staff
La Grange, IL|
La Grange's 'Deficiencies' While Key Post Vacant
An audit found internal control problems while the finance director's position was unfilled.
David Giuliani, Patch Staff
La Grange, IL|
Safety Issue Noted At La Grange Intersection; Solution Suggested
Near-misses have occurred while children were present, a village trustee told her colleagues.
David Giuliani, Patch Staff
Ellington-Somers, CT|
Ellington Voters To Decide Revised Budget Tuesday
The Board of Finance made revenue and spending changes after the first budget proposal failed.
Jay Kenney, Patch Staff
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La Grange, IL|
La Grange Residents To Pick Up Tab For Lead Pipes
A resident with a lead line can expect to pay thousands. One resident accused officials of "diddling around."
David Giuliani, Patch Staff
Brick, NJ|
Brick Aims To Buy Triangle Lot That Led To Zoning Board Lawsuit
The Brick Township Council is set to introduce an ordinance for an emergency appropriation to buy the lot for open space.
Karen Wall, Patch Staff
Newtown, PA|
Guru's Building Poised For Major Upgrade, New Restaurant Use
The township’s Historic Architectural Review Board is expected to review revised plans this week to restore and refresh the building.
Jeff Werner, Patch Staff
Anne Arundel, MD|
Teacher Rebecca Baucom Discusses 3rd District Bid
Rebecca Baucom tells Patch her 3rd District bid is rooted in a desire to make county government "more responsive, transparent, and focused."
Gaby Arancibia, Patch Staff
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Odenton-Severn, MD|
Joshua Peters Breaks Down His 4th District Election Bid
Joshua Peters tells Patch that his ability to "embrace the suck" is one of the qualities that sets him apart from 4th District contenders.
Gaby Arancibia, Patch Staff
Rockville, MD|
Council Candidate Allison Eriksen To Bring Federal Lessons To MoCo
3rd District County Council candidate Allison Eriksen tells Patch she's aiming to use her federal work experience to strengthen the county.
Gaby Arancibia, Patch Staff
Bethesda-Chevy Chase, MD|
Peter Whitesell Looks To Correct MoCo's 'Unacceptable' Housing Trajectory
4th District County Council candidate Peter Whitesell told Patch the housing and homelessness crisis is the most critical issue in the area.
Gaby Arancibia, Patch Staff
North Haven, CT|
2nd Budget Referendum Set In North Haven: Here’s What To Know
The referendum on the revised North Haven budget for the 2026-27 fiscal year will take place on Tuesday, June 9.
Vincent Salzo, Patch Staff
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Rockville, MD|
Jeremiah Pope Says He Wants To Make MoCo Affordable, Competitive
Jeremiah Pope, who's running to serve as an at-large councilmember, told Patch he wants to make the county more affordable and competitive.
Gaby Arancibia, Patch Staff
Rockville, MD|
Election 2026: Matt Losak Explains Why He's Running For Office
At-large candidate Matt Losak told Patch that housing stability, affordability, and quality is one of the major issues impacting the county.
Gaby Arancibia, Patch Staff
Diamond Bar-Walnut, CA|
24 Hour Fitness Debuts Remodeled Walnut Gym
The remodeled gym is now open.
Chris Lindahl, Patch Staff
Ridgefield, CT|
Ridgefield Schools Receive $165K State Grant For Summer Repairs As Energy Costs Squeeze Budget
Ridgefield schools awarded $165,000 state grant for summer repair projects
Rich Kirby, Patch Staff
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Skokie, IL|
Creation Z, New Skokie Studio And Gallery Opens Thursday
Creation Z will showcase globally inspired artwork and handcrafted calligraphy by Skokie artist Zeeshan Farooq.
Rachel Barnes, Patch Staff
Shorewood, IL|
Overdose At Speedway Gas Station: Victim IDs Accused Joliet Drug Dealer, Shorewood PD Makes Arrest
The victim states they swallowed a chunk of meth and needed help, Shorewood's police department indicated.
John Ferak, Patch Staff
Fairfield, CT|
Fairfield Board of Ed To Consider Superintendent Contract, Review Cellphone-Free Schools Update
The board is scheduled this week to discuss a new three-year contract for Superintendent Michael Testani.
Alfred Branch, Patch Staff
Healdsburg, CA|
Healdsburg Car Wash Splash Down
Car wash on Healdsburg Avenue moves from planning approval toward construction on a long-vacant site.
Angela Woodall, Patch Staff
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Palos, IL|
Videos Palos Hills Man Filmed Of His Alleged Sex Assault On Woman Surface: Prosecutors
The prosecutor said videos that a Palos Hills man took of himself during an alleged sex assault were not available at his initial hearing.
Lorraine Swanson, Patch Staff
Shorewood, IL|
Employee Trapped Under Vehicle, 'Catastrophic' Damage To UPS Store In Shorewood: Fire Official
A vehicle crashed through The UPS Store in Shorewood on Monday around 2:30 p.m. severely injuring one employee in the store on Route 52.
John Ferak, Patch Staff
Commack, NY|
VIDEO: 18 Charged After $110K Retail Theft Crackdown In Suffolk County: DA
District Attorney Ray Tierney said the county’s Retail Protection Partnership is targeting repeat offenders accused of organized theft.
Kepherd Daniel, Patch Staff
Elmhurst, IL|
Elmhurst Aldermen's Idea Ignored For 3 Years
A minority of aldermen propose more openness by recording committee meetings.
David Giuliani, Patch Staff
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Farmingdale, NY|
'Put A Smile On His Face In Heaven:' Farmingdale Honors True 'Daler With Baseball Field Dedication
A longtime coach, mentor and charity founder, Reilly is being remembered for decades of service to the Farmingdale community.
Melanie Gulbas, Patch Staff
Greenwich, CT|
New Use Proposed For Former Greenwich Supermarket
The proposal is expected to go before the Greenwich Planning & Zoning Commission in the coming weeks.
Richard Kaufman, Patch Staff
Detroit, MI|
2 Dozen Detroit Families Displaced After Apartment Fire
There is no timetable for when the families will be able to return to their homes.
Dylan Siwicki, Patch Staff
Middletown, NJ|
Middletown Police Officers Help Man In Wheelchair Stranded On Side Of Rt. 36
A woman driving by called police after she saw a man in a wheelchair on the side of Rt. 36, pushing himself with a cane.
Carly Baldwin, Patch Staff
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Downers Grove, IL|
The Lucky Monk Seeks Liquor License Amid Plans To Open At Former Emmett's Spot
The South Barrington-based brewpub plans to serve house-brewed beer, wine, cocktails and more both indoors and outoors.
Lisa Marie Farver, Patch Staff
Secaucus, NJ|
Employee At Secaucus UPS Store Charged With Theft
She was arrested Sunday.
Carly Baldwin, Patch Staff
Princeton, NJ|
Princeton Police Bring Back Youth Academy After 1-Year Pause
Police Chief Matthew Solovay also updated officials on the citizen academy and a May 16 bike safety event.
Alexis Tarrazi, Patch Staff
Garden City, NY|
Aspiring Sports Broadcaster From Garden City Honored With Jim McKay Scholarship
"Through hard work and belief in myself, I am where I am today."
Melanie Gulbas, Patch Staff
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St. Pete, FL|
Earthquake Felt Across FL; No Tsunami Threat
An earthquake of at least a 6.1 magnitude off the coast of Cuba was felt in parts of FL, the US Geological Survey said.
Tiffany Razzano, Patch Staff
North Fork, NY|
Dog Dock Diving Weekend Delights In Greenport: Photos, Video
Crowds cheered as canine competitors showed their talents, diving into pools with agility and grace.
Lisa Finn, Patch Staff
Middletown, NJ|
Student Brought Weapon Into Joseph R. Bolger Middle School, Police Say
Keansburg school district addresses social media gossip; said the student did not bring a gun or firearm of any kind onto school property.
Carly Baldwin, Patch Staff
Palm Desert, CA|
Missing Palm Desert Man Mourned By Family, Friends
A fundraiser was launched by the family of Miguel Angel Chavez, missing and later found deceased in the Indio desert.
Ashley Ludwig, Patch Staff
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Millburn-Short Hills, NJ|
Debate Intensifies As Millburn Special Election Nears: See Pros And Cons
Millburn would make a big change to its local government if the June 16 referendum passes. Here’s what voters need to know.
Eric Kiefer, Patch Staff
Joliet, IL|
Unwanted Joliet Man Was Not Welcome At This Gathering On City's Southeast Side: Police
Jason Bingham lay on the ground and refused to comply with commands to stand, Joliet police said.
John Ferak, Patch Staff
Fremont, CA|
Welcoming Summer: Photo Of The Day
It feels so close, yet we're still just under two weeks from the start of summer.
Fernando Haro, Patch Staff
Long Island, NY|
Where To Find Viral 'Dot Cakes' On Long Island
From funfetti to carrot cake, these colorful cakes are sprinkled across Long Island.
Melanie Gulbas, Patch Staff
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