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Westport, CT|
Westport ZBA To Review Post Road Building, Accessory Dwelling Unit And Pool Proposals
Five variance applications are set for hearings next week.
Alfred Branch, Patch Staff
Manhattan, IL|
Manhattan Family Continues Fight For Special Needs Daughter's Education In District 114
Kelli and Michael Femrite's plight for support for their autistic daughter in Manhattan public schools has hit a wall.
Lauren Traut, Patch Staff
Patchogue, NY|
2, Including 1 Bicyclist, Hurt In Separate Crashes On South Shore Of Brookhaven Town: Police
The first happened in East Patchogue, the second, Shirley, Suffolk police say.
Peggy Spellman Hoey, Patch Staff
Westhampton-Hampton Bays, NY|
Fire Breaks Out In Hampton Bays Shopping Plaza: FD
The fire broke out in the shopping plaza on Montauk Highway early Thursday, officials say.
Lisa Finn, Patch Staff
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Fairfield, CT|
Fairfield Library Board Reviews Policies, Parking Issues
New parking time limit signs have been installed, after a vehicle was left in the tight parking lot for three weeks this summer.
Alfred Branch, Patch Staff
San Diego, CA|
San Diego's Popular Kids Free In October Program Expands To Tijuana For First Time
More than 60 museums and cultural attractions on both sides of the border will offer free admission for children in October.
Kristina Houck, Patch Staff
Tuscaloosa, AL|
Juvenile Charged After Emailing Bomb Threat To Duncanville Middle School
A 12-year-old boy has been charged after authorities say he emailed a bomb threat to Duncanville Middle School
Ryan Phillips, Patch Staff
Joliet, IL|
Barnes & Noble Disorderly Conduct Arrest Involves Joliet Man With Barnes As Last Name: Police
Store management asked Jarrod Barnes to refrain from using inappropriate language and ultimately directed him to leave, Joliet police said.
John Ferak, Patch Staff
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East Islip, NY|
'She Never Gave Up': East Islip Soccer Star Kayla Saager-Beckley Remembered After Sudden Death
The 30-year-old former college soccer captain is remembered for her resilience, love of family and lasting impact on those who knew her.
Kepherd Daniel, Patch Staff
Shirley-Mastic, NY|
LI Son Accused Of Stabbing Dad Around 40 Times, As He Screamed To 911, 'I'm Being Murdered': DA
“The facts in this case are heartbreaking." - District Attorney Ray Tierney
Peggy Spellman Hoey, Patch Staff
Norwalk, CT|
Norwalk ECDC To Discuss New Business Items During Upcoming Meeting: Agenda
The city's Economic and Community Development Committee is scheduled to meet on Sept. 17, 2026. Here's what's on the agenda.
RJ Scofield, Patch Staff
Bel Air, MD|
Rabies Cases Prompt Nationwide Health Advisory: What That Means For MD
A nationwide health advisory is in place for rabies. Here's how Maryland's cases compare.
Kristin Danley-Greiner, Patch Staff
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Joliet, IL|
2 Tasers Used On Angry, Combative, Fighting Man During His Arrest At Fenton's Motel Parking Lot: Police
At 10:15 p.m. the Joliet police officers responded to the Walgreens, 2101 West Jefferson Street, for a report of a retail theft.
John Ferak, Patch Staff
Basking Ridge, NJ|
Basking Ridge's Moe Lajterman Reflects On Loss, Family In New '23 A Memoir'
Moe Lajterman penned '23 A Memoir,' centered on family, football and brother Marcelo, who died in the 1970 Marshall University plane crash.
Alexis Tarrazi, Patch Staff
Palos Verdes, CA|
Peninsula Library Plaza Redesign Moves Ahead After Surprises
Revised plans are under review after crews found an unexpected concrete slab and water intrusion at Peninsula Center Library.
Scott Snowden, Patch Staff
St. Pete, FL|
Tropicana Field Fan Host Authors Book About Life In The Stands
A Tampa Bay Rays fan host who wrote a book about working at Tropicana Field will be part of a Sept. 26 book fair at Cordova Inn.
Tiffany Razzano, Patch Staff
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Plainfield, IL|
New Community-Driven Music, Arts Festival Is Extension Of Werk Force Brewing Mission
The festival is an extension of the Werk Force Brewing owners’ love of music and community, they said.
Emily Rosca, Patch Staff
Windsor Locks-East Windsor, CT|
Windsor Locks Raises School Sports Fee, Adds Drama Charge
The district expects to collect nearly $44,000 through participation fees this school year.
Jay Kenney, Patch Staff
Concord, NH|
After Dozens Of Charges Across 13 Years, Concord Woman Just Can’t Stop Assaulting People, Court Docs Say
After receiving a suspended sentence in 2025, Jasmine Curtis is now accused of assault, domestic violence, stalking, and child endangerment.
Tony Schinella, Patch Staff
Joliet, IL|
Popular Bar, Liquor Store That 'Has Proudly Served Joliet's West Side For 15-Plus Years' For Sale
Brian Bessler of Joliet's hometown Karges Realty, revealed that Karges is trying to sell the business, no real estate included.
John Ferak, Patch Staff
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Palos Verdes, CA|
RPV Moves Ahead With Study Of New Developer Fees
A city study estimates developer fees could raise $8.8 million for infrastructure through 2050. No fees have been approved.
Scott Snowden, Patch Staff
East Village, NY|
New Bar, FKA, Opens In The East Village: See Inside
FKA, short for "Formerly Known As," is open daily from 4 p.m. to 4 a.m.
David Luces, Patch Staff
Fairfax City, VA|
Tom Peterson Puts Cost Of Living At Center Of Fairfax City Mayor Bid
Fairfax City mayoral candidate Tom Peterson says rising living costs and fiscal responsibility are key concerns for voters.
Michael O'Connell, Patch Staff
Manassas, VA|
PWC Man Facing Federal Weapons Charge Posted Photos Of Drugs, Weapons On IG: Investigators
A Manassas Park man charged with a federal felony posted incriminating pictures on his Instagram, investigators say.
Michelle Witte, Patch Staff
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Plainview, NY|
Jericho's New JV Basketball Coach Reflects On Coaching Journey, POB Departure
Brad Weiss, a former Plainview coach, hopes to continue developing players while working toward his goal of becoming a varsity head coach.
Melanie Gulbas, Patch Staff
Fairfax City, VA|
Kirsten Lockhart Puts Communication At Center Of Fairfax City Mayor Bid
Fairfax City mayoral candidate Kirsten Lockhart says better communication is key to improving local decision-making.
Michael O'Connell, Patch Staff
Chelsea, NY|
Roland To Open First U.S. Standalone Store In Manhattan
The 9,000-square-foot space will bring Roland, BOSS and Drum Workshop, Inc. (DW) products together.
David Luces, Patch Staff
Darien, CT|
Darien P&Z To Consider Wellness Studio Offering Saunas, Cold Plunges And IV Drips
The commission's agenda lists deliberations and a possible decision on the proposal.
Richard Kaufman, Patch Staff
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Santa Monica, CA|
Santa Monica Offers $5K Grants To Small Businesses
The city has $100,000 available for 20 small-business grants, with applications due Oct. 1.
Scott Snowden, Patch Staff
Astoria-Long Island City, NY|
New Luxury Condo Building In LIC Hits The Market Offering Waterfront Views
The building will be located at 45-40 Vernon Boulevard.
David Luces, Patch Staff
Long Valley, NJ|
State Testing On Computers Could Influence Results, Long Valley BOE Says
Long Valley school officials want the state to examine whether computer-based testing affects student performance.
Jack Slocum, Patch Staff
Milford, CT|
Milford Native Starts Business To Help Seniors
A 20-year-old originally from Milford has started a company that seeks to help seniors avoid financial calamity.
Chris Rhatigan, Patch Staff
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Homer Glen-Lockport, IL|
Lockport Submits Grant For Future Downtown Lockport Streetscape Project
The City is going to pursue funding for the project through the Illinois Transportation Enhancement Program.
Andrea Earnest, Patch Staff
Salem, MA|
North Shore City To Scrap 'Offensive' City Seal After Nearly 2 Centuries
The 1839 seal, depicting a Sumatran spice trader, has been the subject of years of often-contentious debate.
Scott Souza, Patch Staff
Herndon, VA|
NoVA Sex Offender With 10 Prior Child Porn Convictions Arrested On New Federal Charge
A registered sex offender from Herndon with 10 prior convictions was arrested on a new federal child sex conspiracy charge.
Michael O'Connell, Patch Staff
Granby-East Granby, CT|
Granby Solar Canopy Proposal Would Take 16 Years To Break Even
The preliminary analysis projects higher costs during the first eight years and about $41,800 in total savings over two decades.
Jay Kenney, Patch Staff
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Joliet, IL|
Overnight Home Invasion In Joliet: 'Thank You To Minooka Police Department For Their Vital Assistance'
After exiting, 37-year-old Carey Almond allegedly punched and broke a window before fleeing the area, Joliet police revealed.
John Ferak, Patch Staff
Winnetka-Glencoe, IL|
New Trier's Northfield Campus Adds Coffee Bar For Students
The new Northfield campus cafe offers coffee, tea, smoothies, salads, wraps, flatbreads and breakfast items.
Rachel Barnes, Patch Staff
Caldwells, NJ|
West Caldwell Is Doing Its First Tax Revaluation In 16 Years: What Homeowners Should Know
Almost all property values in West Caldwell will rise. But it doesn’t necessarily mean their property taxes will also go up.
Eric Kiefer, Patch Staff
Pittsburgh, PA|
Pittsburgh-Area High Schooler Awarded For Pancreatic Cancer Research
A Pittsburgh teen has won a prestigious scholarship for her work in attempting to advance the early detection of pancreatic cancer.
Eric Heyl, Patch Staff
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