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Berlin, CT|
Berlin Plan To Restrict Political Events At Senior Center Draws Public Ire
Berlin Town Council postponed action on a proposed senior center sponsorship policy after residents raised concerns about political access.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
Northbrook, IL|
7 Northbrook Student Workers Receive $1.5K College Grants
Covenant Living of Northbrook honored graduating members of its dining services team as they prepare to continue their education.
Eric DeGrechie, Patch Staff
Waterford, CT|
Waterford ZBA To Review Butlertown Road, Laurel Street Variance Requests
Waterford's Zoning Board of Appeals will consider residential variance requests for properties on Butlertown Road and Laurel Street.
Rich Kirby, Patch Staff
Greenwich, CT|
Greenwich P&Z Approves Relocation Of Beloved Farmers Market
The market, which has been in existence for 16 years, had been looking for a new space to operate.
Richard Kaufman, Patch Staff
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Beverly-MtGreenwood, IL|
Still No End To The Rainbow After 100 Fabulous Years At Beverly's Original Rainbow Cone
Original Rainbow Cone celebrates 100 years with BOGO specials Aug. 3-9, and a special party on Aug. 9 at the original Beverly location.
Lorraine Swanson, Patch Staff
Concord, NH|
Andover, Massachusetts, Man Arrested On Stalking, Protective Order Charges In Concord: Follow-Up
Scott Alexander Martyr was accused of communicating with a protected party via an app in May. He pleaded guilty to assault in 2025 in NH.
Tony Schinella, Patch Staff
Reston, VA|
Hunter Mill Supervisor To Appoint Reston Educator To Planning Commission
Reston educator and civic leader Paul Thomas has been nominated to succeed retiring Hunter Mill Planning Commissioner John Carter.
Michael O'Connell, Patch Staff
Healdsburg, CA|
Healdsburg Mayor Seeks Second Term In District 4
Mayor Chris Herrod became the first District 4 candidate to file for Healdsburg's new district-based election.
Angela Woodall, Patch Staff
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Joliet, IL|
Box Of Wine Used To Beat Joliet Man's Head After Will County Sheriff's Left Their House: Prosecutors
Leanna Carpenter became violent and launched into a tirade during an argument with the man, police alleged.
John Ferak, Patch Staff
Columbia, MD|
Bee City USA Volunteers Adapt Land In Howard Co.
Numerous volunteers from Howard County are tackling projects and revitalizing land to make it bee-friendly as part of Bee City USA.
Kristin Danley-Greiner, Patch Staff
Enfield, CT|
Connecticut Supreme Court Puts Tyler Back In Enfield Primary
The state’s highest court reversed a lower-court ruling that had removed Thomas Tyler from the Democratic primary.
Jay Kenney, Patch Staff
Jersey City, NJ|
NJ Burger Restaurant Run By NYC Owner Closes For Good: Here's Why
The restaurant shut at the end of last week. The owner explained why he had to close.
Caren Lissner, Patch Staff
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Madison, CT|
Madison Inland Wetlands Agency To Review Hammonasset River Dredging, New Home Applications
The August virtual meeting includes wetland permit requests, pond vegetation work and residential development proposals.
Alfred Branch, Patch Staff
Bloomfield, NJ|
Bloomfield Town Council OKs Hefty Tax Hike: Here’s What Homeowners Will Pay
Bloomfield’s new municipal budget comes with a 12% tax increase – more than triple last year’s number.
Eric Kiefer, Patch Staff
Havre de Grace, MD|
Bingo Night To Benefit Pets At Harford Co. Animal Shelter
The Harford County Humane Society will be hosting its wildly popular Cash Bingo Bonanza, which raises funds to care for the animals there.
Kristin Danley-Greiner, Patch Staff
Tampa, FL|
Historic Cuban Club Restoration Aims To Preserve Ybor Landmark For ‘Another 100 Years’
Ongoing renovations at Ybor City's Cuban Club, including watertightening and reconstructing historic features, are in their final stretch.
Tiffany Razzano, Patch Staff
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South Windsor, CT|
South Windsor Man Charged With Sex Assault After Strawberry Festival Incident
Police said the alleged victim knew the suspect through the June 13 event.
Jay Kenney, Patch Staff
Joliet, IL|
Fate Of Memorial Stadium Now That JCA's New Football Stadium Is Underway: Joliet Park District Q & A
Patch Editor John Ferak reached out to Joliet Park District Executive Director Brad Staab seeking answers on a number of key topics.
John Ferak, Patch Staff
Mansfield-Storrs, CT|
Attention UConn Campus Foodies: Dining Halls Might Be Closer Than You Think
Every dining hall at UConn is now mapped out, complete with walking times.
Chris Dehnel, Patch Staff
Ridgefield, CT|
'Put Aside Your Tribe': Ridgefield Public Safety Committee Reviews Lower-Cost Police, Fire Facility Proposals
Ridgefield committee reviewed competing public safety facility concepts ranging from about $50M to $67M and delayed recommendations.
Rich Kirby, Patch Staff
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Darien, IL|
Darien Chain Restaurant Wants Electronic Sign, Seeks Exception To Rules
Other towns allow such signs. Darien is considering doing the same.
David Giuliani, Patch Staff
Pottstown, PA|
Pottstown Hospital Nurses Decry Layoffs: 'Seen This Story Before'
Hundreds of employees have had their jobs eliminated in the past several months at Pottstown Hospital.
Justin Heinze, Patch Staff
Newtown, PA|
CR Newtown 9-11s Capture State Championship In Dramatic Late-Game Rally
With the state banner in hand, the team now turns its attention to Massachusetts, where they will represent Pennsylvania.
Jeff Werner, Patch Staff
Joliet, IL|
Joliet Woman Insists She Did Not Try Running Over Man In Their Driveway On Highland Ave: Prosecutors
Will County Judge Donald DeWilkins has imposed the SAFE-T-Act dangerousness standard to keep Joliet 48-year-old Kimberly Linsey jailed.
John Ferak, Patch Staff
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Alsip-Crestwood, IL|
Drone Tracks Alsip Carjacking Suspects, 2 In Custody: Police
Two Matteson men believed to be involved in an Alsip carjacking are now in custody, police said.
Lorraine Swanson, Patch Staff
Joliet, IL|
Wreck At Richards Street, Manhattan Road Lands Woman In Joliet Police Handcuffs: Here's Why
Mireya Vazquez was processed and released with a Notice to Appear in court. The Subaru was towed from the scene.
John Ferak, Patch Staff
Joliet, IL|
Joe's Hot Dogs Arrest: Joliet Man Who Often Causes Mischief And Mayhem Captured By Joliet Police Once Again
It's hard to keep track of how many times the Joliet police force and the Will County Sheriff's has arrested Michael Richter.
John Ferak, Patch Staff
Naugatuck, CT|
Naugatuck Police Commission To Review Entry-Level Police Candidates During Upcoming Meeting: Agenda
The Naugatuck Police Commission is scheduled to meet on Aug. 3, 2026. Here's what's on the agenda.
RJ Scofield, Patch Staff
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Castro Valley, CA|
From Firehouse Chili To Chalk Art: Here's Everything The Taste Of Castro Valley Has To Offer.
The Taste of Castro Valley returns in August with over restaurants, caterers and local businesses.
Fernando Haro, Patch Staff
Oak Lawn, IL|
Ex-Husband Charged In April Shooting Death Of Oak Lawn Woman
Missouri resident Charles Buss, 81, is charged in the shooting death of his ex-wife, Maryanne Buss-Kincaid, 76, in her Oak Lawn home.
Lorraine Swanson, Patch Staff
Sayville-Bayport, NY|
‘He Made Everybody Laugh’: Fire Island Fundraiser Honors Blue Point Teen, Supports Suicide Prevention
The Christopher A. Coluccio Foundation’s fifth annual social mixer will raise money for scholarships, mental health treatment and resources.
Kepherd Daniel, Patch Staff
Livingston, NJ|
Livingston Top Cop Shares Crime Data With Town Council [WATCH]
Livingston’s police chief offered a “state of the department” update. Here’s what he said.
Eric Kiefer, Patch Staff
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Greenwich, CT|
Greenwich High School Athletic Program Receives National Recognition
The Cardinals had another stellar year, and now the Greenwich High School athletic program is receiving national recognition.
Richard Kaufman, Patch Staff
Temecula, CA|
'People Of The West' Pechanga Studios Changes The Way People Learn About Native California
Brad Munoa's award-winning cinematic 10-part documentary series is reshaping the multicultural studies curriculum in California classrooms.
Ashley Ludwig, Patch Staff
Newark, NJ|
NJ Congresswoman Tries To Stop Trump Budget Cut With New Bill
The proposed cuts are part of the Trump administration’s effort to slash federal programs that “waste taxpayer dollars.”
Eric Kiefer, Patch Staff
Vernon, CT|
Vernon Cops After Rescue Of 8-Year-Old From Swampy Area — 'It Was Like Quicksand.'
Vernon police Thursday detailed the complicated rescue of an autistic child a day earlier, complete with body cam video.
Chris Dehnel, Patch Staff
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Shelton-Derby, CT|
New Sensory Play Center Opens In Shelton
A new nonprofit dedicated to creating an inclusive, accessible play space for children of all abilities recently opened in Shelton.
RJ Scofield, Patch Staff
Across America, US|
Wedding Cash Registries Spark Etiquette Debate Among Guests [The Question]
Survey respondents are split over cash registries, honeymoon funds and destination wedding costs as couples embrace modern gift etiquette.
Beth Dalbey, Patch Staff
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Brooklyn, NY|
The Dog Fight Dividing A Brooklyn Park
One park rule has become the center of a neighborhood debate.
Ainsley Martinez, Patch Staff
Fremont, CA|
World Pizza Champion To Open Restaurant In Fremont
"It’s incredibly special to be bringing Slice House to my hometown of Fremont," the founder and 13-time champion said.
Fernando Haro, Patch Staff
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