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Ocean City, NJ|
Ocean City Council Names Leadership For New Terms
Mayor Jay Gillian and Councilmen Sean Barnes, Tony Polcini and Jim Kelly took the oath at the Music Pier on Wednesday.
Veronica Flesher, Patch Staff
Across America, US|
Kindness Is America’s Default, Poll Shows; Tell Us Your Story: Block Talk
Most Americans see kindness and respect in daily life, according to a recent poll. We want to hear your stories.
Beth Dalbey, Patch Staff
Cherry Hill, NJ|
Popular Retail Store Expands In Cherry Hill Mall
Movies, TV shows, and personal health make up a few of the themes for the items they sell.
Eddie Callahan, Patch Staff
Ridgewood-Glen Rock, NJ|
4 Charged In Armed Robberies At Bergen County Spas: Prosecutor
Three men and a woman have been charged in connection with robberies at Bergen County spas, prosecutors said.
Caren Lissner, Patch Staff
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Merrick, NY|
Student Athlete Of The Week: Bellmore-Merrick Bowler Riley Kolinsky
This summer, Patch is looking back at the athletes who defined the 2025-26 sports seasons. Up next is Bellmore-Merrick’s Riley Kolinsky.
Tom Gambardella, Patch Staff
Shirley-Mastic, NY|
'Extremely Disturbing' Allegations Surround Shirley Man's 'Vicious' Slaying In Feud: DA
His door was kicked in, he was attacked with a sledgehammer, bat, and dumbell, and his phone broken, so he couldn't call 911, DA says.
Peggy Spellman Hoey, Patch Staff
New Milford, CT|
New Milford Commission On Aging Reviews Housing Needs, Senior Center Growth
New Milford's Commission on Aging reviewed housing needs, senior programs and growing transportation demand June 18.
Rich Kirby, Patch Staff
Fairfax City, VA|
Fairfax Man Charged After Alleged Assault Outside Fairfax City Office Building
A Fairfax man faces an assault and battery charge after police say he attacked a person outside a Chain Bridge Road office building.
Michael O'Connell, Patch Staff
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Vienna, VA|
Espresso Cafe Emphasizing Ritual And Tradition To Open In Vienna
The new coffee shop invites guests to appreciate everyday ceremonies, like making a traditional matcha.
Michelle Witte, Patch Staff
Berkeley, NJ|
NJ Man's Sub Came With Dentures Inside, Lawsuit Says
The man ordered a sandwich from Jersey Mike's through Grubhub, and it came with an unpleasant surprise.
Veronica Flesher, Patch Staff
Westfield, NJ|
Future Of Tamaques Park Plans Under Review In Westfield
Town officials say community feedback is being reviewed as consultants prepare the next phase of design recommendations.
Joe Murray, Patch Staff
Bridgewater, NJ|
2 Cars Collide, 1 Overturns On I-287 In Bridgewater
Volunteer firefighters went to the crash on Wednesday afternoon in Bridgewater.
Alexis Tarrazi, Patch Staff
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Ledyard, CT|
Major Chain To Open Location As Foxwoods Adds Dining Options
A chain will open at the casino's attached mall while another establishment is charting a comeback and two more are in the works.
Chris Rhatigan, Patch Staff
Secaucus, NJ|
World Cup A Bust For Secaucus, Local Businesses And Mayor Say
Secaucus is paying more for the World Cup than it's making: The town pays overtime for police patrols yet no business has seen an uptick.
Carly Baldwin, Patch Staff
Walnut Creek, CA|
Lawyers Threaten To Sue Walnut Creek Over Alleged Voting Rights Violation
Walnut Creek faces challenges to its at-large city council elections as cities are pressured to adopt district-based voting.
Angela Woodall, Patch Staff
Arlington, VA|
2 Suspects Charged In Federal Fentanyl Trafficking Conspiracy In Northern Virginia
Two men are accused in a federal complaint of conspiring to distribute large quantities of fentanyl across Northern Virginia.
Michael O'Connell, Patch Staff
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Newark, NJ|
Baraka Sworn In As Newark Mayor For 4th Time; City Council Elects President
"Each time we have an inauguration, there’s an opportunity to start all over again," Ras Baraka said.
Eric Kiefer, Patch Staff
Wheaton, IL|
Person Gained Entry To Middle School, Damaged Property In Wheaton
Police say the incident took place sometime between June 12 and June 13 at Edison Middle School, which is under construction.
Lisa Marie Farver, Patch Staff
Hinsdale-Clarendon Hills, IL|
'Nice Tips' May Keep Hinsdale Garbage Truck Drivers: Firm
Hinsdale officials picked a new trash company, ending the village's relationship with its longtime hauler.
David Giuliani, Patch Staff
Arlington, VA|
Arlington Sheriff's Office Highlights New Medical Division, Reentry Programs In 2025 Report
Arlington Sheriff's Office's 2025 report highlights inmate health care, rehabilitation programs, staffing and community outreach.
Michael O'Connell, Patch Staff
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Hinsdale-Clarendon Hills, IL|
Hinsdale Pavilion Plan Comes Together, With More Donations
"This is something our community has needed for a long time," an official said.
David Giuliani, Patch Staff
Sachem, NY|
Arson Squad Detectives Probing Fire At Holbrook Business: Police
The fire broke out at the Lincoln Avenue business at around 8:15 a.m., and the building was evacuated, Suffolk police say.
Peggy Spellman Hoey, Patch Staff
Three Village, NY|
Residents Escape Burning Stony Brook Home After Pre-Dawn Fire Breaks Out In Bathroom: Police
It broke out at around 4 a.m., drawing area firefighters, Suffolk police say.
Peggy Spellman Hoey, Patch Staff
Hinsdale-Clarendon Hills, IL|
No Charges Expected Against Hinsdale Driving School Owner
The owner "perpetuated fraud against the Secretary of State," according to a report.
David Giuliani, Patch Staff
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La Grange, IL|
No Charges Expected Against La Grange Driving School Owner
The owner "perpetuated fraud against the Secretary of State," according to a report.
David Giuliani, Patch Staff
Hinsdale-Clarendon Hills, IL|
Hinsdale Central Athletic Overhaul Stalled; Fundraising At Issue
"Meaningful dollars" and "formal pledges" are not yet secured, a committee said earlier this year.
David Giuliani, Patch Staff
Philadelphia, PA|
Sixers Trade For Celtics Star Jaylen Brown, Reportedly Want Lebron James
Longtime enemy and 5-time All Star Jaylen Brown is coming to Philadelphia in exchange for Paul George.
Justin Heinze, Patch Staff
Across America, US|
Kindness Has Limits When It Comes To Lying, Readers Say [The Question]
Readers debate the ethics of white lies and brutal truths, and the line between fibs sparing feelings and falsehoods causing real harm.
Beth Dalbey, Patch Staff
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Stafford-Willington, CT|
Kitten Found 'Fighting For Life' And Brought To Willington Animal Control Showing Improvement
Animal Control: "We are asking for the community’s help to offset these unexpected veterinary expenses."
Chris Dehnel, Patch Staff
East Hampton, NY|
Owner Of Fishing Boat That Sank Off Montauk Speaks On Captain's Harrowing Save: 'It All Went Bad'
The captain was found clinging to a beacon, officials say. "Finding the mariner and reuniting him with his family is why we do this job."
Lisa Finn, Patch Staff
Hinsdale-Clarendon Hills, IL|
Truck Crashes At Fuller's Car Wash, Site Of 2023 Fatal Collision
Barriers appeared to have stopped the truck from reaching the sidewalk.
David Giuliani, Patch Staff
Livermore, CA|
Person Injured After Falling From Top Of Livermore Parking Garage: Police
Livermore police are investigating the fall from the top level of a Livermore parking garage.
Michael Wittner, Patch Staff
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Plainfield, IL|
Criminal Investigation Happening On Ruth Fitzgerald Drive: State Police
Police declined to release additional information "to protect the integrity of this open and ongoing investigation."
Shannon Antinori, Patch Staff
Norwalk, CT|
New Coffee Shop Brings Specialty Lattes, Middle Eastern-Inspired Flavors To Norwalk
The store offers a wide variety of specialty lattes, including pistachio, biscoff and Spanish, as well as matcha drinks and fresh pastries.
RJ Scofield, Patch Staff
Orange, CT|
Orange Zoning Commission Approves Aspire School, Elderly Apartment Conversion
Orange approved Aspire's school proposal, an elderly apartment conversion and land donation referrals.
Rich Kirby, Patch Staff
Huntington, NY|
Suffolk Has Most Lyme Cases In NY; Sen. Schumer Seeks $273M To Fight Tick-Borne Disease
New data shows Suffolk County recorded 3,152 Lyme disease cases in 2024, the most of any county in New York, Schumer said.
Kepherd Daniel, Patch Staff
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Frankfort, IL|
Pet Portraits Raise Money For Paws-4-Kids Therapy Dog Program
A Frankfort photographer is offering the sessions starting this month.
Andrea Earnest, Patch Staff
Dublin, CA|
Emerald High Freshmen Launch Podcast To Share Veterans' Stories
EHS freshmen interviewed local veterans to better understand military service and challenge common stereotypes.
Michael Wittner, Patch Staff
Long Beach, NY|
How To Beat The Heat, From A Mount Sinai South Nassau Expert
With a life-threatening heat wave underway, a Mount Sinai South Nassau expert gives his advice on how Long Islanders can stay cool.
Tom Gambardella, Patch Staff
Downers Grove, IL|
Council To Review Proposal For 184-Unit Apartment Complex On 31st Street In Downers Grove
If approved the Forest Trail Luxury Apartments redevelopment would replace an existing office building at 1020 31st St. in Downers Grove.
Lisa Marie Farver, Patch Staff
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