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Joliet, IL|
Bartender Katie Kearns Vanished From Joliet 9 Years Ago, Where Is Murder Defendant Jeremy Boshears Now?
In 2022, jurors learned that after Katie Kearns disappeared, murder Jeremy Boshears read Joliet Patch's article about her disappearance.
John Ferak, Patch Staff
San Ramon, CA|
San Ramon Freshman Developing AI Model To Help Detect Alzheimer's
Dougherty Valley student Ashrita Panigrahi hopes her research could lead to more affordable, accessible Alzheimer's screening.
Michael Wittner, Patch Staff
Shirley-Mastic, NY|
Man Pistol-Whipped, As His Family Is Assaulted In Long Island Home Invasion: Police
UPDATE: An open side door was kicked open, and he was struck with a gun, as a woman was shoved, and items were snatched, Suffolk cops say.
Peggy Spellman Hoey, Patch Staff
Columbia, MD|
Dill Dinkers Pickleball Clubs' New Owners Eye Expansion
Three Dill Dinkers Pickleball Clubs have been sold. The new owners are looking at expanding and enhancing the current locations.
Kristin Danley-Greiner, Patch Staff
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Secaucus, NJ|
Suspect Runs Above Secaucus Chinese Restaurant, Tries To Escape Via Roof
Secaucus Police were able to apprehend the man. This happened on Front Street.
Carly Baldwin, Patch Staff
Bowie, MD|
Bojangles Reopens In Upper Marlboro Under New Ownership
Bojangles' traditional Southern-inspired menu, including chicken, biscuits, breakfast sandwiches, and more, has returned to Prince George's.
Kristin Danley-Greiner, Patch Staff
The Lymes, CT|
East Lyme Finance Board Approves Investment Policy, Warns Of Fire Department Overtime Overruns
East Lyme finance officials approve an investment policy, review fire overtime costs and delay decisions on youth funding.
Rich Kirby, Patch Staff
Greenwich, CT|
Greenwich Marks Veterans Day With Patriotic Walk, Moving Ceremony
The community gathered Wednesday under bright blue skies and fall sunshine to pay tribute to veterans past and present.
Richard Kaufman, Patch Staff
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Arlington, MA|
Arlington Officials Discuss Staffing And Spending At Budget Forum
Zoning changes can take years to produce financial impact, and larger projects do not occur frequently enough to improve budget pressure.
Benjamin Pierce, Patch Staff
Joliet, IL|
Ex-Boyfriend With Pocketknife Arrested By Joliet Police 'Is Stalking Her:' Will County Prosecutors
It's not uncommon to see misdemeanor Joliet defendants detained under the SAFE-T Act's dangerous standard while murder defendants go free.
John Ferak, Patch Staff
New Milford, CT|
New Milford Wetlands Commission To Review Cherniske Road Bridge, Housing Projects
New Milford wetlands officials will review a Cherniske Road bridge replacement and several housing projects
Rich Kirby, Patch Staff
Western Springs, IL|
'Awesome': Western Springs Finds $575K In Savings
The village can do this while maintaining the same level of service, an official said.
David Giuliani, Patch Staff
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Bowie, MD|
25 Years Of Helping Seniors Celebrated By Bowie Woman
Vikki Kalitsi and her husband launched Visiting Angels 25 years ago with the birth of their first child.
Kristin Danley-Greiner, Patch Staff
Aurora, IL|
2 Cars Towed After Crash Near Eola Road, Ogden Avenue: Aurora Police
One driver reported a possible injury, but police said both involved ultimately declined hospital transport.
Emily Rosca, Patch Staff
Ocean City, NJ|
Drivers Who Go Through Floodwaters To Be Penalized In Ocean City
The measure would penalize drivers who send waves beyond the curb line on streets with at least 6 inches of water.
Veronica Flesher, Patch Staff
New Milford, CT|
New Milford Schools Address Declining Reading Scores, Expand Curriculum And Preschool Assessments
New Milford school officials review declining middle school reading scores, curriculum changes and preschool readiness assessments.
Rich Kirby, Patch Staff
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Basking Ridge, NJ|
Bernards Approves 2027 Parking Fees For Township Commuter Lots
The Township Committee also voted to offer a December waiver for seniors.
Alexis Tarrazi, Patch Staff
Glenview, IL|
Winter Wine & Art Walk Returns To Downtown Glenview
The evening includes wine tastings, local artwork, shopping and music. Tickets cost $40 in advance or $50 on event day.
Eric DeGrechie, Patch Staff
Ledyard, CT|
Ledyard Panel To Revisit Future Of Building Committee, Finalize Capital Project Process
Ledyard’s capital projects panel will revisit a split debate over the PMBC and prepare recommendations for the Town Council.
Rich Kirby, Patch Staff
East Brunswick, NJ|
East Brunswick Water, Sewer Bills Set To Rise About $60 A Year
The township says higher costs from Middlesex Water and pipe replacement projects are behind the proposed increase.
Sarah Salvadore, Patch Staff
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Bridgewater, NJ|
Bridgewater Approves Revised Senior Cottages Plan, Including Home for Local History Group
The revised approval keeps the project largely intact and includes a house donation to Friends of Bridgewater History.
Alexis Tarrazi, Patch Staff
Boston, MA|
All-Clear Given After Bomb Threat At Boston Children's Hospital
Boston police investigated alongside hospital security teams and quickly determined there to be no threat.
Benjamin Pierce, Patch Staff
Belleville-Nutley, NJ|
Belleville Pushes Forward With Lead Pipe Replacement: See Latest Work Schedule
Five years ago, every water system in the state was given a decade to replace all of their lead service pipes – including Belleville.
Eric Kiefer, Patch Staff
Guilford, CT|
Guilford Selectmen OK Purchase Of Over 1,000 Tons Of Salt For Winter Season
The selectmen last week approved the $80,000 purchase of salt for the upcoming winter season.
Richard Kaufman, Patch Staff
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Granby-East Granby, CT|
East Granby Sets Vote On School Administrators’ Contract
A Nov. 16 town meeting will consider a three-year administrators’ agreement and up to $40,000 for middle and high school doors.
Jay Kenney, Patch Staff
Levittown, PA|
Pedestrian Identified In Fatal Falls Twp. Crash
Bucks County Coroner Patti Campi has identified the 76-year-old man killed in the early Monday morning crash.
Dino Ciliberti, Patch Staff
Plymouth-Whitemarsh, PA|
Amid String Of Rejections, Another Data Center Proposed In West Conshohocken
Developers continue to wage a deeply unpopular war with weary local residents and officials.
Justin Heinze, Patch Staff
Stamford, CT|
Kungfu Kitchen Restaurant Plans Stamford Location
Exterior signage for the restaurant has been installed. The brand has seven existing locations across four states.
Richard Kaufman, Patch Staff
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Glenview, IL|
Glenbrook South Graduate Named U.S. Presidential Scholar
Ian Chiu, of Glenview, was recognized for his achievements and selected a Glenbrook South teacher for an accompanying honor.
Eric DeGrechie, Patch Staff
Middletown, NJ|
Middletown Veteran, Community Volunteer Grateful For Another Chance At Life
You may know Ron Walsh through his work with American Legion Post 338, Middletown Helps Its Own and Turning Lives Around.
Carly Baldwin, Patch Staff
Warminster, PA|
New Mexican Restaurant Opens In Warminster
The new eatery is located just off York Road, two shops away from the popular Bullard's American Cafe.
Dino Ciliberti, Patch Staff
Princeton, NJ|
Princeton To Charge Fees For Police Body Camera Footage Requests
Officials said the fee targets a flood of YouTube-driven records requests. Footage under 30 minutes stays free.
Sarah Salvadore, Patch Staff
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Joliet, IL|
Joliet's Most Arrested Man From 2021 Engages In Violent Scuffle With Joliet Police At Tony's: Complaint
The Joliet Police Department is very familiar with Jarrod "Luckey" Barnes.
John Ferak, Patch Staff
South Windsor, CT|
South Windsor Plans March Vote On New High School
The district proposes a fairgrounds campus, with substantial state aid and a new use for the existing high school.
Jay Kenney, Patch Staff
Elmhurst, IL|
Fix Planned For Elmhurst Neighborhood Twice Hit By Flooding
Some aldermen called for action now, while others wanted to follow the committee process.
David Giuliani, Patch Staff
Hatboro-Horsham, PA|
Data Center Ordinance Moves Forward In Hatboro
The Hatboro Borough Planning Commission discussed an ordinance draft on data centers at its meeting on Tuesday night.
Dino Ciliberti, Patch Staff
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Lemont, IL|
Construction Worker Still In Critical Condition, Investigation Ongoing: Palos Park PD
The driver of the vehicle, an 82-year-old man, has been released from the hospital, police said.
Andrea Earnest, Patch Staff
Windsor Locks-East Windsor, CT|
East Windsor Advances Plans For 120 More Apartments
Design proposals are due Friday for a possible 120-apartment expansion beside Park Hill. Construction funding is still needed.
Jay Kenney, Patch Staff
Hillsborough, NJ|
Hillsborough Appoints Anthony Ferrera Temporary CFO After Resignation
Hillsborough is continuing to interview candidates to fill the vacancy.
Alexis Tarrazi, Patch Staff
Barnegat-Manahawkin, NJ|
Stafford Township Administrator Receives Inaugural Barnegat Bay Impact Award
Save Barnegat Bay honored Matthew Von Der Hayden at his final council meeting with its first Barnegat Bay Impact Award.
Veronica Flesher, Patch Staff
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