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San Diego, CA|
Searching For A Quiet Beach Escape? This La Jolla Club May Be It
La Jolla Beach & Tennis Club recently completed the first phase of a $60 million renovation.
Kristina Houck, Patch Staff
Burr Ridge, IL|
Burr Ridge Corporate Campus Vacant
A tattered American flag still flies over the empty headquarters.
David Giuliani, Patch Staff
Oak Lawn, IL|
1 Dies In Fiery Crash At Central Avenue And 110th Street
A fatal car accident shut down Central Avenue for several hours Sunday on the Chicago Ridge and Oak Lawn border.
Lorraine Swanson, Patch Staff
Downers Grove, IL|
New Monthly Event Planned After Moose Cruise Nights Canceled
Downers Grove Moose Lodge President Angie Winslow also shared more detais about
Lisa Marie Farver, Patch Staff
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Joliet, IL|
Joliet Man, 44, Spraying Febreze, Lysol Lands In Will County Jail: Joliet Police Bring 4 Felony Charges
Joliet police put Brian Kenworthy in Will County's Jail over the weekend. He's been let out since his arrest on aggravated battery charges.
John Ferak, Patch Staff
Fairfax City, VA|
With Key Vote Looming, Fairfax City Rallies Behind Willard-Sherwood Center
Meeting transcripts show overwhelming support for the Willard-Sherwood Health and Community Center, citing safety concerns at Green Acres.
Michael O'Connell, Patch Staff
Smithtown, NY|
3 Siblings Awarded $2.5K For Rain Garden To Fight LI Pollution
The student-designed project will reduce nitrogen pollution and manage stormwater runoff on campus, officials said.
Kepherd Daniel, Patch Staff
Fairfield, CT|
Fairfield Hair House Opens In Downtown Fairfield
The shop, which specializes in cuts for both women and men, is at 1040 Post Road.
Alfred Branch, Patch Staff
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Johnston, RI|
Police Reveal Mystery Article In Case of Warwick Woman Charged With 'Throwing Articles At Moving Vehicles'
The other driver heard a "loud boom" when the "article" hit his car, according to police.
Joseph Hosey, Patch Staff
San Ramon, CA|
San Ramon To Review Spending Plan As Budget Pressures Persist
The city council will review expenditures at its Tuesday meeting as part of an ongoing effort to pass next year's budget.
Michael Wittner, Patch Staff
Upper West Side, NY|
$12.4M Condo Tops UWS Luxury Real Estate Deals
Ink has dried on nine real estate deals over $4,000,000 on the Upper West Side.
Miranda Levingston, Patch Staff
Greenwich, CT|
Greenwich Marks 50th Anniversary Of Historic Catholic Middle School Basketball Championship
Former players gathered in Greenwich for a brief ceremony to reflect on a season that had as much impact off the court as on it.
Richard Kaufman, Patch Staff
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Cherry Hill, NJ|
Support The Arts In South Jersey At Showcase In Cherry Hill
The tradition is more than 30 years old.
Eddie Callahan, Patch Staff
Temecula, CA|
Temecula Home Burglarized, Victim Taken To Hospital: Sheriff
Overnight, a home in the Morgan Hill neighborhood west of Butterfield Stage Road was burglarized on Sunday night. Here's what happened.
Ashley Ludwig, Patch Staff
Huntington, NY|
VIDEO: Huntington Hospital Hosts Cancer Wellness Event For Patients, Caregivers
Attendees said the event helped them feel less alone while navigating the challenges of cancer.
Kepherd Daniel, Patch Staff
Bridgewater, NJ|
Massive Route 22 Hotel, Restaurant Project Dead In Bridgewater
The 13 acres of land that have sat vacant for years on Route 22 will now see a new plan. See what is coming:
Alexis Tarrazi, Patch Staff
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Upper East Side, NY|
Gucci, Calvin Klein-Owned UES Townhouse Trades For $16M
Ink has dried on 12 real estate deals over $4,000,000 on the Upper East Side.
Miranda Levingston, Patch Staff
Cherry Hill, NJ|
High School Student Shines Light On South Jersey School, Women In STEM
Morales had more than $1 million in scholarships and 15 acceptance letters to choose from.
Eddie Callahan, Patch Staff
Joliet, IL|
Joliet Masturbation Arrest Takes Place At Riverwalk Homes Public Housing Apartment Units: Police
The man was processed at the Joliet Police Department and released on a notice to appear in court.
John Ferak, Patch Staff
Basking Ridge, NJ|
Basking Ridge Teens Grow GreenWaySquad Through Sustainable Art Workshops
GreenWaySquad says it has reached more than 1,200 local children using art, technology and school programs to teach climate awareness.
Alexis Tarrazi, Patch Staff
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San Diego, CA|
SDG&E New Outage Maps Aid Customers Concerned About Power Disruptions
San Diego Gas & Electric has upped its information game, allowing residents a snapshot of what might be causing localized power disruption.
Ashley Ludwig, Patch Staff
Freehold, NJ|
Freehold Borough Man To Represent NJ In 2026 Special Olympics USA Games
Dante Canzona will compete for Team New Jersey in Powerlifting when the games take place in Minnesota this June.
Sara Winick, Patch Staff
Montclair, NJ|
Essex County Protesters Will Rally For ‘Workers Over Billionaires’ On May Day
Organizers are also calling for people to avoid shopping or going to work on Friday.
Eric Kiefer, Patch Staff
Oceanside-Camp Pendleton, CA|
Oceanside Power Outage Affects Three Communities Monday: SDG&E
Three communities, each with under 100 homes, experienced a power outage on Monday for reasons that remain unidentified.
Ashley Ludwig, Patch Staff
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Southington, CT|
Southington Shoots Down Zone Change For Massive Development
The PZC denied a rezoning bid for a major mixed-use development, citing traffic and planning concerns after a public hearing.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
New York City, NY|
Rent Hikes Drop In NYC, Data Shows
Renter-reported data shows double-digit rent hikes fall after Good Cause Eviction as landlords warn rising costs could strain quality.
Ainsley Martinez, Patch Staff
Salem, MA|
Salem Officials Make Final Press For $248M New High School
A citywide vote on May 5 will determine funding for the project, estimated to add $682 per year to the median single-family home tax bill.
Scott Souza, Patch Staff
Redwood City-Woodside, CA|
A Circus Of The Unexpected Is Coming To SMC
This performance blends improv, art and absurdity for a participatory performance.
Albert Gregory, Patch Staff
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La Grange, IL|
Year Later, La Grange Fatal Crash Inquiry Continues
Last April's collision resulted in the deaths of a Hinsdale couple.
David Giuliani, Patch Staff
Randolph, NJ|
NJ Abuse Survivor Changing Lives With Protection Dogs
Kelly's K9s is a nonprofit that matches professionally trained protection dogs with survivors of sexual and domestic abuse.
Jack Slocum, Patch Staff
Edison-Metuchen, NJ|
Edison Residents Petition BOE To Kill $9M Talmadge Road Deal Ahead Of Budget Vote
Hundreds of Edison residents signed a petition demanding the district scrap the land purchase ahead of a budget vote set for Tuesday.
Sarah Salvadore, Patch Staff
Mill Valley, CA|
Acclaimed Singer-Songwriter To Perform At Music Hall In Marin County
The celebrated musician will be joined by a legendary guitarist to perform a selection of classics and new material.
Albert Gregory, Patch Staff
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Simsbury, CT|
Major Bank Gets OK To Build New Branch In Simsbury
The Simsbury Zoning Commission approved the plan earlier this month to build at 730 Hopmeadow St.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
Port Washington, NY|
Protect Your Pet: Free Rabies Shots For Dogs, Cats, And Ferrets
North Hempstead Animal Shelter to offer shots for pets, licensing services, and safety outreach in partnership with county health officials.
Melanie Gulbas, Patch Staff
La Grange, IL|
La Grange Sued Over Condo Complex Decision
The village failed to give a next-door neighbor a "meaningful" chance to make his case, the lawsuit said.
David Giuliani, Patch Staff
Plymouth-Whitemarsh, PA|
Montco Data Center Developer Lobbies Gov. Shapiro's Office To Take Away Appeal Rights
As tech giants like Amazon run into fierce public opposition over data centers for AI, developers are lobbying to change the law.
Justin Heinze, Patch Staff
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Joliet, IL|
Will County Judge John Pavich Releases Another Strangling Defendant Following Joliet Arrest
When John Pavich is presiding over SAFE-T-Act detention filings, he typically releases the inmate, despite the gravity of their charges.
John Ferak, Patch Staff
Westfield, NJ|
Westfield's Feast Catering Is Back With A New Location, New Name
The cafe had closed its doors after almost 25 years at the end of 2024. Now they are back with a new name and concept.
Alexis Tarrazi, Patch Staff
Darien, CT|
Darien BOE To Review Future School Calendars At Upcoming Meeting
Here's a preview of the Darien Board of Education's upcoming meeting.
Richard Kaufman, Patch Staff
Joliet, IL|
Gusto's Bar Chaos Lands Romeoville Woman, 39, In Will County Jail For 2nd Time: Prosecutors
Jacqueline Delude spent Friday night in the Will County Jail and she was ordered released on Saturday morning by Judge John Pavich.
John Ferak, Patch Staff
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