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Middletown, NJ|
Middletown Abruptly Cancels Its Plan To Close Schools Next Year
The school district just announced a stunning 180-degree turn after Tuesday night's school board meeting:
Carly Baldwin, Patch Staff
Bel Air, MD|
New Nonprofit Offers Compassionate Mental Health Care
Monarc, LLC, a new integrated mental health practice in Harford Co., offers care for all, but focuses on patients with disabilities.
Kristin Danley-Greiner, Patch Staff
Joliet, IL|
Joliet Tattoo Artist Captured During Joliet MANS Unit Raid On North Center Street: Prosecutors
Will County Judge Chrystel Gavlin agreed with the Will County State's Attorney's Office petition to detain Cory Mixan, 38, of Joliet.
John Ferak, Patch Staff
Edison-Metuchen, NJ|
Edison BOE Approves Budget With 6% Tax Hike, Cuts 80 Positions, Eliminates Pre-K
The revised $358M spending plan is half the 12% increase initially proposed, but still eliminates staff and ends the grant-funded preschool.
Sarah Salvadore, Patch Staff
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Darien, IL|
Darien Neighborhood May See Warehouse Nearby
A Darien alderman said it's not a good spot for such a building.
David Giuliani, Patch Staff
Ocean City, NJ|
3 Takeaways From Ocean City Mayoral Debate
Candidates discussed hotels, affordability and how to keep Ocean City as "America's greatest family resort."
Veronica Flesher, Patch Staff
Commack, NY|
Commack Man Trades Law Career For Volunteer Work Fighting Hunger
After decades as a Manhattan attorney, Paul Gruvman now helps lead volunteers supporting Long Islanders facing food insecurity.
Kepherd Daniel, Patch Staff
Princeton, NJ|
Princeton BOE Closes $750K Budget Gap With Tax Hike, Jobs Cuts & New Fees
The average homeowner will pay about $470 more per year as the district restructures elementary classrooms and eliminates positions.
Sarah Salvadore, Patch Staff
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Bensalem, PA|
Interim Bensalem Schools Superintendent Thrust Into Spotlight
Victoria Velazquez was appointed as interim schools superintendent earlier this month. She has worked for the district for 12 years.
Dino Ciliberti, Patch Staff
Belleville-Nutley, NJ|
Nutley School Board Holds Budget Hearing: See Tax Impact For Homeowners
Here's what to expect in Nutley's 2026-2027 school budget.
Eric Kiefer, Patch Staff
Bridgewater, NJ|
Sewer Rates To Rise In Somerset County To Pay For New $6M Sewerage Authority Admin Building In Bridgewater
Somerset Raritan Valley Sewerage Authority services Bridgewater, Branchburg, Hillsborough, part of Warren, Somerville, Raritan and Manville.
Alexis Tarrazi, Patch Staff
Wilton, CT|
Historic Wilton Estate Near Weir Farm Listed For $1.5M
The property is on the state historic register and was redesigned to blend with nearby Weir Farm National Historical Park.
Hayleigh Evans, Patch Staff
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Southington, CT|
Unruly Behavior Reported At Southington Transfer Station
The town council's public works committee chair has asked for additional staffing and security.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
Lisle, IL|
Crews Start Demolition Of Family Square Shopping Center In Lisle After TIF Extension
Demolition has begun on the long-vacant shopping center, following asbestos remediation earlier this month.
Lisa Marie Farver, Patch Staff
Milford, CT|
Mall Mainstay To Close This Summer In Milford
A major tenant at the Connecticut Post Mall will close in June.
Chris Rhatigan, Patch Staff
South Brunswick, NJ|
Student Shuffle Coming To South Brunswick As School Assignments Change
The district's first major boundary overhaul in decades takes effect this fall, affecting K-4 students and some incoming middle schoolers.
Sarah Salvadore, Patch Staff
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Columbia, MD|
Uncharted Makes Waves After Opening 1st Howard Co. Store
Shoppers are flocking to Uncharted in Howard County, a store that focuses on the hottest trends and fashion-forward finds.
Kristin Danley-Greiner, Patch Staff
Fredericksburg, VA|
Improper Handwashing Procedures Reported At Multiple Fredericksburg Restaurants
Rappahannock Area Health District inspectors found code violations at 10 food establishments they visited recently.
Michael O'Connell, Patch Staff
La Grange, IL|
State Forcing Audit On Chicago Suburb
The village has failed to perform an audit for years, according to state records.
David Giuliani, Patch Staff
Livingston, NJ|
Livingston School Board OKs Staff Cuts, Tax Hike In New Budget
What jobs will be cut? How much will taxes go up? Here’s what to know about the latest Livingston school budget.
Eric Kiefer, Patch Staff
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Joliet, IL|
New Joliet Exhibit For Historical Museum Pays Tribute To Billy Robinson's Route 66 Journey And More: Photos
This year marks the 100-year centennial celebrating America's most iconic highway, Route 66 and Joliet's museum has a display.
John Ferak, Patch Staff
Montgomeryville-Lansdale, PA|
Towamencin Considers Ordinance To Regulate Data Centers Wednesday
The township could join the growing number of municipalities passing specific measures to protect residents and the environment.
Justin Heinze, Patch Staff
Wilton, CT|
Wilton Budget Plan Includes Pickleball Courts, School Repairs Ahead Of Vote
The proposal includes road work, school upgrades and new recreation projects before a town meeting vote.
Hayleigh Evans, Patch Staff
Elmhurst, IL|
Oak Brook Cop Runs Light, Crashes: Police
The officer did not receive a citation, according to the report.
David Giuliani, Patch Staff
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Darien, CT|
Darien Places Moratorium On Large Multi-Family Projects
The Darien Planning & Zoning Commission last week voted on a proposal to place a moratorium on large multi-family projects in town.
Richard Kaufman, Patch Staff
Babylon Village, NY|
Beloved West Babylon Waterfront Spot South Swell Shutting Down For Season
Owners say an unexpected cabaret licensing issue made reopening impossible; the Town says the closure is tied to permit and safety concerns.
Kepherd Daniel, Patch Staff
Brookline, MA|
Brookline Resident Cornered By Coyotes While Walking Dog
Police responded to the scene after receiving reports of screams.
Benjamin Pierce, Patch Staff
Joliet, IL|
Accused Of Attacking Cut 158 Owner, JPD Chief Bill Evans, Here's What Happened To Joshua Medina: Court Docs
Joshua Medina had been kept in the Will County Jail from Oct. 25, 2023 until March 31.
John Ferak, Patch Staff
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Ardmore-Merion-Wynnewood, PA|
Underground Fire Closes Stores At Shopping Center In Wynnewood
Several stores showed high levels of carbon monoxide overnight, while power outages at businesses lingered Wednesday, officials said.
June Bakan, Patch Staff
New York City, NY|
NYC Tenants, Landlords Would Negotiate Directly If New Bill Passes
New bill would require landlords to negotiate with tenant unions with millions in funding.
Ainsley Martinez, Patch Staff
Libertyville, IL|
Officer Accused Of Sexually Abusing Woman While On Duty: Officials
The former Lake County Sheriff's Office deputy has been placed on unpaid leave from the Park City Police Department, faces charges.
Amie Schaenzer, Patch Staff
Bridgewater, NJ|
New Italian Deli & Market Coming To Downtown Raritan
"Experience real Italian flavor," according to a sign outside the storefront.
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Hinsdale-Clarendon Hills, IL|
Hinsdale D86 Poorly Advised On Prentiss Ouster: Lawsuit
The ex-superintendent revealed private student information to a board member, the district says.
David Giuliani, Patch Staff
Ridgefield, CT|
Ridgefield BOE Planning Committee Weighs School Changes, $200M Facility Needs
Ridgefield BOE planning panel reviews school configurations, capital needs and budget pressures ahead of fall recommendations.
Rich Kirby, Patch Staff
Northbrook, IL|
Northbrook District 28 Earns 11th Straight Music Education Honor
District 28 was one of 31 Illinois districts recognized this year by the NAMM Foundation.
Eric DeGrechie, Patch Staff
Newtown, PA|
Unsettling Tale Of "Sweeney Todd" Takes The Stage At Council Rock North
Sock 'n' Buskin brings dark musical to the stage with three performances only at Council Rock High School North.
Jeff Werner, Patch Staff
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Fairfax City, VA|
$127M Willard-Sherwood Center Unanimously Approved By Fairfax City Council
Fairfax City Council votes 6-0 to advance the $127M Willard-Sherwood project after financial revisions cut tax impacts.
Michael O'Connell, Patch Staff
Woodbridge, NJ|
Woman Found Dead In Ocean Identified As Missing Woodbridge Woman
The woman whose body was pulled from the Atlantic Ocean off Asbury Park is identified as a missing woman from Woodbridge.
Carly Baldwin, Patch Staff
Asbury Park, NJ|
Woman Found Dead In Ocean Off Asbury Park Identified
The woman whose body was pulled from the Atlantic Ocean off Asbury Park is identified as a missing woman from Woodbridge.
Carly Baldwin, Patch Staff
Norwalk, CT|
Popular Seasonal Food Stand Reopening In Norwalk After 2-Year Closure
The owner confirmed to Patch the beloved East Norwalk restaurant will reopen once again and operate even longer than in past years.
RJ Scofield, Patch Staff
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