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Fairfield, CT|
Fairfield Finance Board To Review Speed Camera Enforcement Finances
The controversial program, which resumes school zone enforcement this week, is generating seven figures.
Alfred Branch, Patch Staff
Basking Ridge, NJ|
Basking Ridge Family, Students Rally For Earthquake-Hit Hometown In Colombia
Ridge High students are earning service hours as a Bernards Township family raises money to ship aid to Colombia.
Alexis Tarrazi, Patch Staff
Wayne, NJ|
NJ Councilman Permanently Banned From Office For Role In Mob-Associated Gambling Ring: AG
"Traditional organized crime remains a problem in New Jersey," said an official, of the Lucchese-associated ring.
Caren Lissner, Patch Staff
Joliet, IL|
Woman Screams For Help As Joliet Police Arrest Man With Violent Criminal History: Prosecutors
Dakari Williams, 29, has been charged with unlawful restraint and two crimes of domestic battery following his arrest by Joliet police.
John Ferak, Patch Staff
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Simsbury, CT|
Simsbury Woman Finds Viral Audience With Humor, Art And An Oreo-Fueled Instagram Hit
The inspirational 30-year-old is using a viral Oreo video and her growing platform to share art, humor, and a message of inclusion.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
Ocean City, NJ|
Ocean City Details $8M Sandcastle Park Project
A county grant will help fund the 34th Street project, which city officials said should be ready by next summer.
Veronica Flesher, Patch Staff
Sachem, NY|
UMI Hotpot Sushi And Seafood Buffet To Open 1st Long Island Location On Wednesday In Lake Ronkonkoma
It will feature a massive, high-quality buffet with hotpot, sushi and sashimi, oysters, lobster, snow and king crab, and grilled lamb chops.
Peggy Spellman Hoey, Patch Staff
New London, CT|
Massive Residential Project To Be Reviewed By New London Board
The Planning and Zoning Commission will consider the proposal at its meeting this week.
Chris Rhatigan, Patch Staff
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Bridgewater, NJ|
E-Scooter Rider Hospitalized After Falling, Injuring Head On Route 22 In Branchburg
New Jersey State Police NorthStar Medivac was requested on Friday until first responders could assess his injuries.
Alexis Tarrazi, Patch Staff
Joliet, IL|
Yes, Judge's Bar Is Moving Elsewhere, But This Is What Will Occupy Space When It's Gone
Joliet Patch broke the news over the weekend revealing downtown Joliet's Judge's Bar will be moving to a new building at 508 North Chicago.
John Ferak, Patch Staff
Port Jefferson, NY|
Man, 83, Hospitalized With Serious Injury After Watercraft Collision On Long Island Sound: Authorities
UPDATE: Marine Bureau officers responded to a crash involving a Grady White and a Metal Shark at around 7:30 p.m. on Saturday, police say.
Peggy Spellman Hoey, Patch Staff
Greenwich, CT|
Greenwich P&Z To Review Office Redevelopment, 6-Unit Housing Proposal
Here's what's on tap for the Greenwich Planning & Zoning Commission's upcoming meeting.
Richard Kaufman, Patch Staff
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La Grange, IL|
5 Vie For Open La Grange Village Board Seat
Each applicant will get a chance to speak to the Village Board.
David Giuliani, Patch Staff
Port Jefferson, NY|
1 Youth Hurt In Fight In Port Jefferson Over Weekend: Police
The injured one was taken to a local hospital with a non-life-threatening injury, Suffolk police say.
Peggy Spellman Hoey, Patch Staff
Glenview, IL|
Glenview To Consider Expanding Drone First Responder Program To 4 Agencies
The system can autonomously send a drone to some 911 calls within minutes, giving dispatchers an aerial view before crews arrive.
Eric DeGrechie, Patch Staff
Northbrook, IL|
Crash On Southbound I-294 Near Lake Cook Road Causes Morning Delays
Illinois State Police said a passenger vehicle struck the median early Monday.
Eric DeGrechie, Patch Staff
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Naperville, IL|
City Council To Consider NorthGate Of Naperville Development
The Naperville City Council will review the proposal for the 171-unit townhome community at its Sept. 1 meeting.
Lisa Marie Farver, Patch Staff
New Rochelle, NY|
Public Libraries Open Unexpected New Doors, A Love Letter To The Hudson Valley
From the mountains to the sea, there are plenty of reasons to love where we live. This regular column counts the ways we love thee, HV.
Jeff Edwards, Patch Staff
Westhampton-Hampton Bays, NY|
Shopping Center Where Now-Shuttered Hampton Bays Movie Theater Was Sited Sold To New Owner
The shopping plaza, "best piece of commercial real estate in the Hamptons," sold in June, former owner says.
Lisa Finn, Patch Staff
North Fork, NY|
4 Local Businesswoman Navigate Beloved Greenport Maritime Festival Into Next Chapter: 'It Takes A Village'
Residents, businesses, community are invited to become involved with Greenport Maritime Festival — a meeting is scheduled for Sept. 16.
Lisa Finn, Patch Staff
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Doylestown, PA|
Volunteers Turn Doylestown Teal To Raise Ovarian Cancer Awareness
Hundreds of teal ribbons now adorn lampposts and trees to make women aware of ovarian cancer and its often subtle symptoms.
Jeff Werner, Patch Staff
Concord, NH|
One Sent To Concord Hospital After Crash Between Vehicle And Scooter In The North End
One person was taken to the hospital after a crash at the Franklin and North States streets roundabout on Saturday afternoon.
Tony Schinella, Patch Staff
Concord, NH|
Eastman School Reuse Committee: Heavy On Neighborhood Representation, Light On Real Estate Expertise
5 people who live near the former Eastman School on Shawmut Street have been named to a committee to eye potential development plans.
Tony Schinella, Patch Staff
Temecula, CA|
Billionaires Bankroll Poison Pill Measures To Kill CA's Billionaire Tax If Voters Pass It
Rather than running a "No on Prop. 40" campaign, a well-funded PAC has endorsed ballot initiatives designed to doom the billionaire tax.
Toni McAllister, Patch Staff
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Joliet, IL|
4 Teens Shot, 1 Dies: Coroner Identifies 18-Year-Old Homicide Victim Pronounced Dead In Crest Hill
Saturday night's shootings happened in a community park in Crest Hill along Willow Court.
John Ferak, Patch Staff
Fairfield, CT|
Fairfield ZBA To Review Accessory Dwelling Unit, Beach-Area Garage & Home Projects
Hearing this week includes setback, lot coverage and floor-area variance requests across several local properties.
Alfred Branch, Patch Staff
Concord, NH|
2 Injured During Motorcycle Crash On Route 106 In Concord: Video
A motorcyclist and a passenger were reportedly injured and examined at Concord Hospital after a crash on Sheep Davis Road on Saturday.
Tony Schinella, Patch Staff
Laguna Beach, CA|
City Council Candidate Forum Set For Monday In Laguna Beach: What To Know
Residents will hear from the nine candidates currently vying for seats on the Laguna Beach City Council.
Miranda Ceja, Patch Staff
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Joliet, IL|
Judge's Bar Leaving Downtown Joliet Location For New Building, City Council To Vote On Proposal
Mayor Terry D'Arcy, as liquor commissioner, is recommending approval of the Class B liquor license for Judge's Bar at the new location.
John Ferak, Patch Staff
Evergreen Park, IL|
Texas Fugitive Wanted For Child Sex Assault Nabbed At Evergreen Park Apartment Building: Cook County Sheriff
Due to a clerical error, police said the Texas man had been on the lam since 2019, Cook County Sheriff's Police said.
Lorraine Swanson, Patch Staff
Babylon Village, NY|
Suffolk County Student Athlete Of The Week: West Babylon’s Jaelynn Burgess
Jaelynn Burgess scored her 1,000th career point as a sophomore and earned All-County honors in flag football.
Kepherd Daniel, Patch Staff
Santa Monica, CA|
Millions Of Jellyfish Couldn't Stop South Bay Swimmer From Conquering English Channel
Carly Miller endured nearly 12 hours at sea and a jellyfish “minefield” to complete one of open-water swimming's greatest feats.
Scott Snowden, Patch Staff
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Londonderry, NH|
Andover Mass. Firefighter, Who Lives In Londonderry, Placed On Leave After Child Abuse Arrest
Adam Cole is due back in Derry District Court after being accused of admitting to getting rough with his son July 5, causing a brain bleed.
Tony Schinella, Patch Staff
Basking Ridge, NJ|
Residents Urge Action Over Safety Concerns At Bernards Township Property
Speakers said conditions at one home point to gaps in how the township handles severe residential property issues.
Alexis Tarrazi, Patch Staff
Moorestown, NJ|
'Clear The Shelter' To Bring New Opportunities For Homeless Animals In Burlington County
Dogs, cats, and birds are among the residents looking for new homes.
Eddie Callahan, Patch Staff
New Lenox, IL|
Remembering 'The Man In The Yellow Chair': New Lenox Man Leaves Legacy Of Service, Heart & Love For Trains
Mike Buell died Aug. 2. A retired train mechanic, he was often seen sitting in a yellow chair by the tracks, watching the trains pass.
Lauren Traut, Patch Staff
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Banning-Beaumont, CA|
City Of Banning Responds To RivCo DA's Request For Utility's Records
The records request comes months after a Grand Jury report which said Banning Electric Utility customers were "double-billed monthly."
Corey Washington, Patch Staff
Tredyffrin-Easttown, PA|
Carpoolers' Road Rage Led To Main Line Shooting; Then, 6 Guns Vanished: Court Docs
A bullet in a car door, facial recognition tech and a duffel bag of missing guns helped identify 2 carpoolers as suspects, court docs say.
June Bakan, Patch Staff
Haddonfield-Haddon Township, NJ|
Haddon Township Readies To End Season With 'Summer Of Love'
Live music, food trucks, a beer garden, and a host of activities for kids will all be on site.
Eddie Callahan, Patch Staff
Deer Park-North Babylon, NY|
After $10K+ Theft, West Babylon Scouts Get New Trailer
A Deer Park business stepped in after West Babylon Scouts had their trailer filled with equipment and years of troop memorabilia stolen.
Kepherd Daniel, Patch Staff
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