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Bethwood, CT|
Bethany Parks & Rec Gets $29K For Extended Day Program, Sets Department Goals
Bethany Parks & Rec discussed a $29K Extended Day grant, staffing, department goals and Bethany Hoops at its Sept. 23 meeting.
Rich Kirby, Patch Staff
Concord, NH|
Manchester School Principal, Previously Convicted Of Drunken Driving In Concord, Arrested Again In Bow
Debora Ann Roukey of Weare, the principal of Central High School, was arrested in Bow in mid-July on a 2nd DUI charge.
Tony Schinella, Patch Staff
Across America, US|
Coffee Shop ‘Laptop Squatters’ Can Overstay Their Welcome [The Question]
Readers draw the line at empty cups, scarce seats and hours of free Wi-Fi. Some say an hour is plenty; others say the bill matters more.
Beth Dalbey, Patch Staff
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Three Village, NY|
Dog In Stony Brook Attack Placed On 'Bite Hold' Of 10-Day Confinement At Owner's Home Pending Probe: Town
The attack unfolded at around 2 p.m. on Wednesday at Strathmore Park, and the woman was taken to the hospital, Suffolk police say.
Peggy Spellman Hoey, Patch Staff
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Hinsdale-Clarendon Hills, IL|
Hinsdale D86 Wants To Borrow $82M, Tax Hike Expected
The money will pay for "life safety" projects and build up the district's working cash, according to a memo.
David Giuliani, Patch Staff
Oak Lawn, IL|
Smash-And-Grab Crew Comes Back For Seconds At Previously Targeted Restaurant In Oak Lawn
A burglary crew battered the glass door with sledgehammers and destroyed the gaming machines Friday a.m. at La Cocina De Mama, OLPD said.
Lorraine Swanson, Patch Staff
Windsor, CT|
Windsor Leaders Condemn ‘Acts Of Hate’ After 3 Incidents
State and local leaders gathered Friday after a Pride flag, memorial bench and historic plaque were targeted within two weeks.
Jay Kenney, Patch Staff
Wayland, MA|
Sudbury Community Food Pantry To Expand Services With Nearly $10K Grant
The funding will pay for technology upgrades, professional website translation, cold storage, and equipment.
Jessie Castellano, Patch Staff
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Bloomfield, NJ|
NJ-11 Congress Candidates Agree: Dale Caldwell Should Resign Immediately
Analilia Mejia and Joe Hathaway have found something they agree on as they battle for Gov. Mikie Sherrill’s former Congress seat.
Eric Kiefer, Patch Staff
Warminster, PA|
Phillies Roller Coaster Ride Almost Over: This Week In Philly Sports
Whether the Philadelphia Phillies make the playoffs or not, it's been a disappointing season. Only a World Series win would wash that away.
Dino Ciliberti, Patch Staff
Bolingbrook, IL|
Age-Restricted Community Approved In Bolingbrook
The 24-unit, 55-and-over community would be located at Reagan Boulevard and Naperville Road.
Andrea Earnest, Patch Staff
Stamford, CT|
Stamford Resident Raises Money For Injured Foster Cat As Their Bond Grows
The Stamford community is rallying to raise money for an injured cat, who has developed a special bond with his foster caregiver.
Richard Kaufman, Patch Staff
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Southington, CT|
Southington Mulls New E-Bike Ordinance Amid Complaints About Teen Riders
Southington may draft e-bike rules after complaints about unsafe riding in town. The issue is before the town council Monday.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
Fremont, CA|
Driver Follows People Home, Pepper Sprays Them After Road Rage Incident In Fremont: Police
The driver was taken into custody on suspicion of unlawful discharge of pepper spray, police said.
Fernando Haro, Patch Staff
Bridgewater, NJ|
Somerville Man Accused Of Hacking Wife To Death To Face Grand Jury
Ignacio Espinal of Somerville is charged with first-degree murder of his wife, Alyne, using a hatchet inside their home in August: Police.
Alexis Tarrazi, Patch Staff
Newark, NJ|
These NJ Workers Were Hailed As ‘Essential.’ Now They’re Being Deported
Have a loved one in a nursing home? There’s a good chance that an immigrant is taking care of them right now, these health care workers say.
Eric Kiefer, Patch Staff
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Glenview, IL|
Wagner Farm Manager, Glenview 4-H Leader Honored For Agriculture Achievements
Blake Lanphier and Lindsey Bycraft were recognized Thursday by the Glenview Park District Board.
Eric DeGrechie, Patch Staff
Joliet, IL|
More Violent Behavior At McDonald's Restaurant On West Jefferson Street As Joliet Police Make Arrest: Cops
Rondrae Williams was charged with domestic battery, processed at the Joliet Police Department and transferred to the Will County Jail.
John Ferak, Patch Staff
Secaucus, NJ|
Where Secaucus' 2 Newest Data Centers Will Go, Will Bring Town's Total To 11
Secaucus says it cannot stop data centers from opening in parts of town that are zoned for them.
Carly Baldwin, Patch Staff
Simsbury, CT|
Simsbury To Address License Plate Reader Cameras, Privacy Concerns
Simsbury Police Chief Nick Boulter will discuss the town's ALPR cameras, public safety uses, and privacy safeguards at a Sept. 28 meeting.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
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Jersey City, NJ|
ICE Agent And Suspect Both Struck In Hit-And-Run In Jersey City: Officials
Immigration agents were spotted entering the Emergency Room at a Jersey City hospital. Officials say a car hit two people and left.
Caren Lissner, Patch Staff
Mission Viejo, CA|
Bunads, Norwegian Waffles & More At Scandinavian Heritage Fair Underway In Mission Viejo
The annual event is hosted by the Daughters of Norway Turid Jespersen Jodge #44. What to know.
Miranda Ceja, Patch Staff
Ridgefield, CT|
Ridgefield P&Z Approves Railroad Safety Work, Boehringer Storage Structure
Ridgefield P&Z approved railroad safety work and a Boehringer storage structure while continuing a golf range hearing.
Rich Kirby, Patch Staff
Tuscaloosa, AL|
Tuscaloosa Starbucks Location Closing Amid Wider Downsizing By Company
The Starbucks location on 15th Street in Tuscaloosa has closed, according to a notice posted on the door of the coffee shop.
Ryan Phillips, Patch Staff
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Montclair, NJ|
Teen Marijuana Use Has Dropped Since NJ Legalized Weed, Federal Data Shows
Some people worried that more teens would end up using cannabis after New Jersey legalized it for adults. Here’s what the numbers say.
Eric Kiefer, Patch Staff
Warminster, PA|
Popeyes Reopens After Electrical Fire In Warminster
The fire took place at the Street Road fast-food chain just in late July.
Dino Ciliberti, Patch Staff
Northbrook, IL|
Northbrook Sets Meadow Plaza Hearing As Opposition Petition Tops 5K Signatures
Residents can attend open houses, a developer-led meeting and trustee listening sessions ahead of an Oct. 6 Plan Commission hearing.
Eric DeGrechie, Patch Staff
Plainfield, IL|
Plainfield Family Feud As Man, 41, Grabs Pistol, Repeatedly Yells That He Put It In His Mouth: Police
A female relative was heard yelling that the defendant Brandon Berger was drunk and that he needed help, prosecutors said.
John Ferak, Patch Staff
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Southampton, NY|
Southampton Town Taking Steps To Keep Residents Safe As Nor'easter Readies To Pummel Region
Coastal flooding and erosion are concerns, officials say.
Lisa Finn, Patch Staff
Hinsdale-Clarendon Hills, IL|
Hinsdale D86 Admin Cost Hike Exceeds State Limit
Yet its per-student administrative spending is far less than that of most districts.
David Giuliani, Patch Staff
St. Pete, FL|
St. Pete Ghost Hunters To Investigate Downtown Hotel Haunting
Spirits of St. Petersburg will investigate one of downtown’s historic hotels for the National Day of Ghost Hunting.
Tiffany Razzano, Patch Staff
Fairfax City, VA|
Northfax West Road Project Opens After More Than A Decade Of Planning In Fairfax City
Fairfax City opened the Northfax West street grid, adding new road, bike and pedestrian connections after years of planning.
Michael O'Connell, Patch Staff
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Elmhurst, IL|
New Building Planned Next To Elmhurst Mariano's, Existing Company's Fate Unclear
Super Ego, the site's owner for the last four years, is under federal investigation.
David Giuliani, Patch Staff
North Fork, NY|
New 5K Race Honors Joyful Spirit, Enduring Legacy Of Gavyn Drago, 17: 'Forever Loved'
Gavyn Drago died after being found unresponsive in a pool. Now, the many who loved him are coming together to celebrate his beautiful life.
Lisa Finn, Patch Staff
Joliet, IL|
$6.6 Million: Joliet Park District Finds Buyer For Splash Station Property, Abandoned In 2018
Will the money generated by the sale of the Splash Station property be used to bring some of the world's top music artists to Joliet?
John Ferak, Patch Staff
New Milford, CT|
New Milford Library Board Approves Endowment Policy Changes, Dec. 26 Closure
New Milford library trustees amended an endowment policy, approved a Dec. 26 closure and discussed laptops and building humidity.
Rich Kirby, Patch Staff
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Oak Lawn, IL|
Liquidation Sale Going On At Dave’s Furniture And Mattress Outlet In Burbank
Dave's Furniture and Mattress Outlet is holding a massive liquidation sale with discounts between 50-80 percent off.
Lorraine Swanson, Patch Staff
Chelsea, NY|
BAM Labs To Open First U.S. Studio In Flatiron
The new studio will open later this fall.
David Luces, Patch Staff
Rohnert Park-Cotati, CA|
New Sign Offers Clues About Future For Beloved Sonoma County Bar
A restaurant sign offers the first glimpse of what may replace Santa Rosa’s longtime neighborhood bar.
Angela Woodall, Patch Staff
Norwich, CT|
Norwich Council Approves Heritage Projects As City Reports $48 Million In Bond, Note Sales
Norwich approved three preservation projects as officials reported $48 million in bond and note sales for city projects.
Rich Kirby, Patch Staff
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