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Burr Ridge, IL|
For Burr Ridge Mayor, A Campaign Ad That Writes Itself
The mayor has a message to send in his uphill battle to be the county's leader.
David Giuliani, Patch Staff
Hillsborough, NJ|
Hillsborough Students, Parents Push For Middle School Baseball Team
Speakers told the board of education that a school team could keep players together and expand access beyond travel baseball.
Alexis Tarrazi, Patch Staff
Across California, CA|
Planetary Wave Racing Toward CA Coast Could Raise Sea Levels And Flood Danger For Months
The little-known ocean phenomenon could raise sea levels by up to a foot as it makes its way north along the California coast.
Scott Snowden, Patch Staff
Lutherville-Timonium, MD|
Barnes & Noble To Open New Baltimore County Branch In November
It's official: Barnes & Noble is coming to the Lutherville-Timonium community this November.
Gaby Arancibia, Patch Staff
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Brooklyn Heights-DUMBO, NY|
Ritz-Carlton Residences Planned For Brooklyn Heights
Construction is expected to begin later this year.
David Luces, Patch Staff
Northport, NY|
Lucy And Percy Lost Their Home — They’re Still Waiting Together: Northport Kitties Of The Week
The 5½-year-old bonded siblings were found as babies behind a garbage dump and are now waiting at Petco Commack, NCRA said.
Kepherd Daniel, Patch Staff
Bed-Stuy, NY|
Bed-Stuy Native Wins $200K For Teaching Students How To Build Wealth
At just 23, Aaliyah Duah has built a growing program around financial literacy, investing and wealth-building.
Ainsley Martinez, Patch Staff
Fairfield, CT|
Public Meeting Scheduled To Review Fairfield's Flood & Erosion Control Plan
Fairfield's flood board this week will review coastal and inland strategies, as the town develops its flood and erosion control plan.
Alfred Branch, Patch Staff
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Frankfort, IL|
Frankfort Moves Forward On Multi-Use Path Plans In Prestwick Subdivision
The Village is seeking grant funding for the project, which would construct a path from Prestwick to the Old Plank Road Trail.
Andrea Earnest, Patch Staff
Joliet, IL|
Joliet's $12.5 Million Settlement: City Employee Responsible For Pedestrian Death's Later Had DUI Arrest
A city of Joliet utilities truck ran over 75-year-old Hector Castillo Esparza on May 22, 2024 shortly after 11 a.m. near Herkimer and Cass.
John Ferak, Patch Staff
Huntington, NY|
LuLu Has Waited More Than 1,000 Days For A Home: Huntington Adoptable Pet Of The Week
The shy 6-year-old tabby has spent more than three years at Grateful Paw Cat Shelter waiting for someone willing to earn her trust.
Kepherd Daniel, Patch Staff
Burr Ridge, IL|
Burr Ridge Official's Tax Stance Bother Colleagues, Who Defend Village Finances
The village zeroes out property tax and raises sales tax, netting $1 million more a year.
David Giuliani, Patch Staff
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Concord, NH|
Concord Police Investigating Racist, Antisemitic Graffiti Found On Merrimack River Greenway Trail
City employees found spray-painted graffiti along the paved trail and on signs at the entrance of the trail Monday morning, police say.
Tony Schinella, Patch Staff
Glenview, IL|
New Downtown Glenview Mural Celebrates Village's River, Natural Spaces
The 85-foot-wide artwork was created by the Glenview Art League and unveiled this week at Shoppers Row.
Eric DeGrechie, Patch Staff
Gramercy-Murray Hill, NY|
Harvest 2026 Benefit To Support Union Square Park Returns This Fall
A Benefit for Union Square Park will be held in November.
David Luces, Patch Staff
Ridgewood-Glen Rock, NJ|
‘Real Housewives Of NJ’ Star Gia Guidice Reveals Plans for Bergen County Restaurant
“I decided to take a leap,” the reality star told Patch, of forgoing law school to open a restaurant in North Jersey this month.
Caren Lissner, Patch Staff
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Enfield, CT|
Enfield Adjusts Wording Of $511M School Referendum
Officials said the change does not alter the cost or scope of the school construction plan.
Jay Kenney, Patch Staff
West Hartford, CT|
West Hartford Council OKs Cash For Library Computers, Furniture And Programs
West Hartford approved funding for library computers, furniture, equipment and professional services in the 2026-27 budget.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
Plainfield, IL|
Blaze At Springbank Subdivision House Appears To Be 'Accidental': Plainfield FD
The house was deemed uninhabitable after a heavy fire broke out overnight, fire officials said. Two neighboring homes also sustained damage.
Emily Rosca, Patch Staff
Crystal Lake-Cary, IL|
Judge Allows Lawsuit To Move Forward In Deadly Fox River Boat Crash
Plaintiffs are seeking more than $50,000 on each of three claims as they investigate whether others should be named as defendants.
Amie Schaenzer, Patch Staff
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La Grange, IL|
La Grange Board Questions Proposed Removal Of Parking Power
Two elected officials joined a village critic to inquire about shifting authority to the manager.
David Giuliani, Patch Staff
Joliet, IL|
Lt. Jeremy Harrison Takes Joliet Police And Fire Board To Will County Court With Emergency Lawsuit Filing
Harrison is represented by attorney Michael Ettinger, who maintains that his client did nothing improper in regard to the Flock cameras.
John Ferak, Patch Staff
Patchogue, NY|
1 Hurt In 2-Vehicle Crash In North Bellport: Police
It happened at around 9 a.m. on Tuesday, Suffolk police say.
Peggy Spellman Hoey, Patch Staff
Wayne, NJ|
$1.6M Dam Rehab, New Restaurant Services On Tap For Wayne Council
Officials will also consider new fire equipment, township-wide tree planting, and more.
Jack Slocum, Patch Staff
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Manchester, CT|
A Library On Main Street — A Tale Of Progressive Thinking And Literacy In Manchester
A display inside Manchester's new library pays homage to a rich history.
Chris Dehnel, Patch Staff
Ridgefield, CT|
Ridgefield School Board Defers FY26 Financial Report, Approves Request For More Pre-K Space
Ridgefield's school board deferred its FY26 financial report and unanimously backed a request for more pre-K space.
Rich Kirby, Patch Staff
Oxford, CT|
Oxford Church Reopens On 60th Anniversary; Pastor Gives Recovery Update
St. Thomas the Apostle held a rededication Mass Sunday after summer renovations.
Jay Kenney, Patch Staff
Joliet, IL|
Joliet Woman, 40, Lands In Will County Jail After Violent Outburst On South Park Road: Sheriff
Jacqueline Hambrick was booked into Will County's jail on Sunday night in connection with the domestic battery arrest. She is 40 years old.
John Ferak, Patch Staff
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La Grange, IL|
La Grange Cops Getting Raises Over Next 4 Years
A watchdog noted a lower salary budget, asking about the union contract's financial impact.
David Giuliani, Patch Staff
St. Charles, IL|
Fox Haven Square Construction Underway In St. Charles
Simple EJ’s, Fire + Wine and Rosebud Steakhouse have received temporary certificates of occupancy.
Amie Schaenzer, Patch Staff
Patchogue, NY|
LI Bloods Gang Leader Responsible For 3 Non-Fatal Drug Overdoses Gets 280 Months In Prison: Feds
Between June 2013 and November 2020, the gang sold fentanyl, cocaine, and heroin throughout Long Island, prosecutors say.
Peggy Spellman Hoey, Patch Staff
Windsor Locks-East Windsor, CT|
Windsor Locks Main Street Project Gets $1.2M Boost
The long-delayed downtown project now has $6.5 million in funding and no longer includes a controversial roundabout.
Jay Kenney, Patch Staff
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Healdsburg, CA|
New Store Embraces Vintage Yearning In Healdsburg
Vendors will fill the hangar-like Healdsburg space on Front Street with antiques, artisan goods, food, and activities.
Angela Woodall, Patch Staff
La Grange, IL|
La Grange Studies Traffic In Neighborhood, Based On Resident Concerns
Officials noted the study after a resident asked about it. A preliminary report is expected by year's end.
David Giuliani, Patch Staff
Port Jefferson, NY|
Early Morning Stickup Outside Inn In Port Jefferson Foiled: Police
An unknown man approached the man, displayed a gun, and demanded the man's phone and wallet, at around 12:47 a.m., Suffolk police say.
Peggy Spellman Hoey, Patch Staff
La Grange, IL|
La Grange Likely To Avoid Audit Lateness: Official
The village last year failed to finish an audit until nearly five months after the state deadline.
David Giuliani, Patch Staff
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Danville, CA|
Danville Teen’s Nonprofit Expands STEAM Access Across Bay Area
Igniting Dreams distributes hands-on learning kits and organizes workshops and donation drives for underserved students.
Michael Wittner, Patch Staff
Pleasanton, CA|
Pleasanton Weighs $16.5M In Bonds For Water-System Upgrades
The borrowing would fund new wells and other improvements as customers face four consecutive annual rate increases.
Michael Wittner, Patch Staff
Fairfax City, VA|
Kelly O’Brien Targets Development Uncertainty In Fairfax City Council Bid
Fairfax City Council candidate Kelly O’Brien calls development uncertainty voters’ top issue and wants zoning aligned with city plans.
Michael O'Connell, Patch Staff
Fairfax City, VA|
Sandi Slappey Brown Sees Taxes, City Services As Key Fairfax City Council Challenges
Fairfax City Council candidate Sandi Slappey Brown says rising taxes and the cost of city services are key concerns for voters.
Michael O'Connell, Patch Staff
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