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Fairfield, CT|
Fairfield Dedicates Tree, Buries Time Capsule In Nod To Past & Future
Town officials and residents dedicated the tree Friday in honor of Arbor Day; the time capsule honors the nation's 250th anniversary.
Alfred Branch, Patch Staff
Sonoma Valley, CA|
Busy Spring Calendar Taking Shape Across Sonoma Valley
A favorite evening treat returns as several other events draw activity across Sonoma Valley this week.
Angela Woodall, Patch Staff
Joliet, IL|
Nephew, 14, Died At His Wilmington Heroin House, Uncle Lands In Will Co. Jail After All: Complaint
Even though the Will County State's Attorney's Office of Jim Glasgow filed no pretrial detention petition, Robert Delacruz is back in jail.
John Ferak, Patch Staff
Lake Elsinore-Wildomar, CA|
Wild-O-Market Spaces Returns This Spring: May 3, 2026
The next Wild-O-Market is calling. Here's everything you need to know about the May 3 event of the season.
Ashley Ludwig, Patch Staff
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Manassas, VA|
Community Cracks Up At Terrible Putt-Putt Parking Job
The folks behind the Magic Putting Place knew what to do when a car took out their fence.
Michelle Witte, Patch Staff
San Francisco, CA|
Golden Gate Park Band Returns For 'Unique' 2026 Spring & Summer Concerts
No two concerts are alike, the show's conductor said.
Fernando Haro, Patch Staff
St. Pete, FL|
Legal Mushroom, Hemp Dispensary Shutting Down St. Pete Store
Chillum’s Tampa shop, located in Ybor City, will remain open and continue to sell legal mushroom and hemp products.
Tiffany Razzano, Patch Staff
Long Island, NY|
Suffolk County Team Of The Week: East Islip Stars Recognized, Smithtown Seniors Celebrate Next Step
Scholar-athlete honors, college commitments, and a powerful legacy game highlight this week’s top high school sports moments across Suffolk.
Kepherd Daniel, Patch Staff
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Upper East Side, NY|
Vandal Decapitates Iconic Park Avenue Tulips, Advocates Say
The beloved annual spring display was cut short on Park Avenue.
Miranda Levingston, Patch Staff
Long Island, NY|
Nassau County Team Of The Week: New York Relays, Career-Capping Goals, Memorial Softball Tournament
As another action-packed week in Nassau County sports comes to a close, see which athletes are making a difference in the Team of the Week.
Tom Gambardella, Patch Staff
Long Island, NY|
Bike Giveaway Sunday + King Kullen Closure + North Fork Marina Sold + Sag Harbor Staple Closes
Clam Bar In Patchogue / General Store Grand Opening / Restaurant In Babylon Closes / $250K To New Hyde Park Nonprofit / Sag Harbor Cinema
Melanie Gulbas, Patch Staff
Concord, CA|
Why Top Cop Ordered Inquest For 72-Year-Old Woman's Death: Contra Costa County. D.A.
The Contra Costa County D.A. Diana Becton ordered the coroner to investigate the death of Yolanda Ramirez, who died in police custody.
Angela Woodall, Patch Staff
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Frankfort, IL|
Frankfort Woman's Organ Donor Story Touches Viewers In New DocuSeries
The three-episode series, GIFTED: The Docuseries, came out earlier this month on Vimeo On Demand.
Andrea Earnest, Patch Staff
Perry Hall, MD|
Furniture Company Opens First MD Store
The Raymour & Flanigan furniture company has opened its first store in Maryland. A grand opening is planned for sometime in the next month.
Gaby Arancibia, Patch Staff
Ellicott City, MD|
Charcuterie Craze Flourishes In Howard County
Maryland native Deanna Furman opened Graze Craze, a charcuterie business, in Ellicott City last fall.
Kristin Danley-Greiner, Patch Staff
Manhattan, IL|
Decomposing Animal Body Found Dumped In Trash Bag Was Raccoon: Will County
The body was found on a road shoulder in Monee. Decomposition made it difficult to determine its species without testing, an official said.
Lauren Traut, Patch Staff
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Ridgefield, CT|
Ridgefield Board Advances Lakeview Property Plans, Approves Battlefield Preservation Fund
Ridgefield Board of Selectpersons moves forward on Lakeview property, approves preservation fund and vendor permit, addresses vacancies
Rich Kirby, Patch Staff
Merrick, NY|
Baldwin Middle School Students Raise $13K For Make-A-Wish
Baldwin students raised $13,000 for Make-A-Wish New York this year, with a $20K goal to help grant wishes to kids with serious illnesses.
Tom Gambardella, Patch Staff
Upper East Side, NY|
Cult-Favorite Smash Burger Joint To Open On The UES
The new spot will give away free cheeseburgers the day it opens.
Miranda Levingston, Patch Staff
Concord, NH|
Bail Revoked For Bow Woman Accused Of Witness Tampering In Husband’s Child Rape Cases; New Charges Expected
Deborah Bradley, who is facing falsifying evidence charges after her husband was accused of raping their daughters, was sent to jail Friday.
Tony Schinella, Patch Staff
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New York City, NY|
We Tried NYC Chain Bakery's New Spring Menu: Here's What's Worth Ordering
From savory toasties to playful crookies, the latest spring menu at Le Pain Quotidien highlights new takes on familiar favorites.
Ainsley Martinez, Patch Staff
New Lenox, IL|
'A Big Gamble': Pizza Mia Owner's Leap Of Faith, Dedication Still Paying Off Nearly 4 Decades Later
Dave Dombrowski opened his first Pizza Mia location in 1991, at 20 years old. Today, it has 2 locations thriving.
Lauren Traut, Patch Staff
Enfield, CT|
Trail Plan Gets Fresh Look In Enfield
Town officials revisited a long-discussed rail trail concept, with new details on cost, safety, and regional impact.
Jay Kenney, Patch Staff
Ocean City, NJ|
Ocean City Neighbors Raise Concerns Over Proposed Cell Tower
Council members said they would work with neighbors to review options after hearing objections to the proposed site.
Veronica Flesher, Patch Staff
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Huntington, NY|
''Thriving': After Cancer Experience, Dix Hills Woman Leads Lymphoma Walk, Inspires As Ambassador For Hope
The Dix Hills yoga instructor says Foundation’s annual walk is "a morning to feel noticed, to feel held, knowing we are not alone."
Kepherd Daniel, Patch Staff
Temecula, CA|
3 California Cities Rank In National Top 10 Commuter Burnout Poll
Do you commute from one of these three cities in the Golden State? Here's where residents suffer the biggest burnout and how to combat it.
Ashley Ludwig, Patch Staff
Syosset, NY|
From Donations To New Rides: Syosset Bike Giveaway This Sunday Will Help Community Stay Connected
The Long Island Bicycle Co-Op is hosting a free giveaway on Sunday for those in need of a new bicycle. It will be first-come, first-served.
Melanie Gulbas, Patch Staff
Old Town Alexandria, VA|
Leesburg Man Arrested, Charged With Child Sexual Abuse Material
Jeffrey Steven Cohen of Leesburg is facing three counts related to child sexual abuse material.
Michelle Witte, Patch Staff
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Fairfield, CT|
Speed Cameras Go Live In Fairfield Next Month
The cameras are being installed near several school zones in town.
Alfred Branch, Patch Staff
Bloomfield, NJ|
Longtime Bloomfield Mail Carrier Retires, Earns Proclamation From Town
For nearly three decades, neither “snow nor rain nor heat” could stop Donald Densel from making his appointed rounds.
Eric Kiefer, Patch Staff
Shorewood, IL|
Black Road Apartment Project Revealed By Shorewood Mayor CC DeBold At His State Of Village Speech
Mayor Clarence "CC" DeBold had a lot to discuss at Thursday's state of the village speech when it came to Shorewood's economic development.
John Ferak, Patch Staff
East Meadow, NY|
'We Want To Keep Her Name Active': Fundraiser In Honor Of Lindsey Rose Parke, 19, Who Died After Car Crash
A family is hosting a fundraiser on Sunday at Eisenhower Park for their "firecracker" daughter. All funds will be donated in Lindsey's name.
Melanie Gulbas, Patch Staff
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Long Island, NY|
State Police Aim To Reduce Southern State Parkway Accidents, Fatalities With ‘Operation Southern Shield’
New York State Police announced a new initiative Friday that seeks to reduce accidents and fatalities along the Southern State Parkway.
Tom Gambardella, Patch Staff
Bloomfield, NJ|
Sewer Controversy Leaves Bloomfield Flush With Debate; Budget Still In Limbo
Bloomfield is considering a big change to how it collects sewer fees. Also: here’s where the latest town budget currently stands.
Eric Kiefer, Patch Staff
Shelton-Derby, CT|
Dump Truck Carrying Asphalt Rolls Over In Shelton: FD
Fire officials said the road was closed for nearly two hours as crews worked to right the truck and remove the asphalt from the roadway.
RJ Scofield, Patch Staff
Hinsdale-Clarendon Hills, IL|
Woman Grabs Workers At Hinsdale Cancer Institute: Police
She wanted to speak to the "g--d--n manager now," authorities said.
David Giuliani, Patch Staff
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Tinley Park, IL|
Pregnant Tinley Park Mom, Baby Saved By Stranger After Brain Aneurysm; Now She Wants To Find Hero 911 Caller
Stacey Doranski suffered a medical emergency on Christmas Eve 2025. A 911 call saved her and her baby's life—and she's so grateful.
Lauren Traut, Patch Staff
Cherry Hill, NJ|
'Everyone Has A Place Here': LesbiVeggies Brings Different Flavors To South Jersey
The restaurant's award-winning chef says the city felt like the perfect fit for many reasons.
Eddie Callahan, Patch Staff
Lacey, NJ|
First-Ever Key To The City Awarded To Beloved Lacey Restaurant Owner
Mayor Steven Kennis presented Lacey's first key to the city to a beloved retiring local restaurant owner.
Veronica Flesher, Patch Staff
Limerick-Royersford-Spring City, PA|
New Threats Made To Limerick Data Center Projects, Hearings Moved To Smaller Venue
Data center opponents said the move was done intentionally to limit how many community members can attend future hearings.
Justin Heinze, Patch Staff
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