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Atlanta, GA|
ATL Attorney To Be Featured On 'Survivor': Here's Her Story
An Atlanta-based criminal defense attorney will put her resilience and strength to the test on a new season of "Survivor 51: Open Era."
Amanda Lumpkin, Patch Staff
Across Maryland, MD|
New MD Crime Laws Take Effect This October: 6 Changes To Know
From AI deepfakes to juvenile reform, several new crime laws will reshape Maryland’s rules. See what measures take effect on Oct. 1, 2026.
Gaby Arancibia, Patch Staff
Manhattan Beach, CA|
9 South Bay Sites Set For California Coastal Cleanup Day Saturday
Volunteers will fan out from Manhattan Beach to the Palos Verdes Peninsula Saturday for California's largest annual volunteer event.
Scott Snowden, Patch Staff
Santa Monica, CA|
Coastal Cleanup Crews Head To Storm-Battered Santa Monica Beaches
Volunteers will tackle beaches and waters beneath Santa Monica Pier on Saturday, weeks after Hurricane Marie reshaped the city’s shoreline.
Scott Snowden, Patch Staff
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Homer Glen-Lockport, IL|
LTHS Senior's Community-Wide Project Collects Hundreds Of Backpacks
LTHS student Ollina Thompson had the idea for Hope On Their Shoulders a few weeks before the school year started.
Andrea Earnest, Patch Staff
Ridgefield, CT|
Ridgefield ECDC Seeks Sugar Hollow District Plan, Reviews Route 7 Traffic Safety Ideas
Ridgefield's ECDC is seeking a Sugar Hollow district plan while reviewing Route 7 traffic ideas and commercial development.
Rich Kirby, Patch Staff
Across America, US|
Coffee Shop Etiquette For Remote Workers Who Stay For Hours [The Question]
A cup of coffee may buy the Wi-Fi, but how long does it buy the table? Is it OK to take your laptop to the coffee shop and stay for hours?
Beth Dalbey, Patch Staff
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Basking Ridge, NJ|
$82M In Needed Construction Estimated At Bernards Township Schools
A Sept. 28 BT Connect meeting will begin community discussion on school capital needs and financing options.
Alexis Tarrazi, Patch Staff
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Windsor Locks-East Windsor, CT|
Windsor Locks Added To Federal Conservation Funding Area
The town can now compete for federal money to protect open space, wildlife habitat and water resources.
Jay Kenney, Patch Staff
Tuscaloosa, AL|
Alabama Supreme Court Rejects DCH's Appeal In Ada Doss Wrongful Death Lawsuit
The Alabama Supreme Court has rejected an attempt by the DCH Health Care Authority in the Ada Doss wrongful death civil case.
Ryan Phillips, Patch Staff
Nashua, NH|
Man Accused Of Torturing A Dog By Piercing It With A Sharp Object In Nashua: Court Report
Adrian Antonio Baez-Paulino faces felony animal cruelty and criminal trespass charges after an incident on Tolles Street Wednesday night.
Tony Schinella, Patch Staff
Columbia, MD|
Earn Cash Back At Appliance Recycling Event Saturday In Columbia
Residents can recycle working small appliances Saturday at a drop-off event and earn a $50 reward.
Kristin Danley-Greiner, Patch Staff
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San Rafael, CA|
Marin Firefighter To Run Marathon To Support Families Of Fallen First Responders
The firefighter paramedic is raising money to assist families of officers and firefighters killed in the line of duty.
Albert Gregory, Patch Staff
Oak Lawn, IL|
Bridgeview Boy, 8, Dies Of Injuries Week After Being Hit By Car While Riding Electric Scooter
Bridgeview police confirmed that 8-year-old Jad Debiy died of injuries a week after being struck by a car while riding an electric scooter.
Lorraine Swanson, Patch Staff
Livermore, CA|
4-Vehicle Head-On Crash Involving 2 Trucks Shuts Altamont Pass Road
A four-vehicle crash involving two semi-trucks left one person trapped and caused major damage, CHP logs show.
Michael Wittner, Patch Staff
Ellicott City, MD|
Holiday Maker Mart, Open House Moves To New Location
Holiday Maker Mart and Open House event has moved to a new location for 2026 but with the same impressive artwork, gift ideas.
Kristin Danley-Greiner, Patch Staff
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Port Washington, NY|
LI Cat Who Found Warmth During Snowstorm Now Seeks Forever Home
5-year-old Ophelio is available for adoption at North Shore Animal League America.
Melanie Gulbas, Patch Staff
Wheaton, IL|
Wheaton To Vote On Amending Liquor Code To Include Alcohol-Infused Products
The city council will vote Monday on the amended code, which would include items like whipped cream, gelatin products and popsicles.
Lisa Marie Farver, Patch Staff
East Brunswick, NJ|
East Brunswick Mayor Defends Affordable Housing Process Amid Criticism
Cohen defended the township's transparency and disputed claims that PILOT programs shortchange schools.
Sarah Salvadore, Patch Staff
Across Massachusetts, MA|
2026 MA Elections: Question 9 Would Codify Stronger State Gun Laws
Groups on both sides of the gun law debate were rallying this weekend ahead of the Nov. 3 election.
Scott Souza, Patch Staff
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Joliet, IL|
Joliet Stalking Victim: 'Because Of Jason, I've Had To Install Cameras Inside And Outside'
The Joliet woman provided officers with videos of the defendant on her driveway and walking within 25 feet of her through the tree line.
John Ferak, Patch Staff
Northbrook, IL|
Shermerfest Returns To Northbrook As Village Marks 125th Birthday
The Sept. 27 festival will feature a classic car show, live music, children's activities, museum tours and the return of a bake sale.
Eric DeGrechie, Patch Staff
East Brunswick, NJ|
East Brunswick Schools Push Toward First Major Redistricting Since 1980s
Officials say a full plan isn't expected until early 2027, with implementation targeted for September 2027.
Sarah Salvadore, Patch Staff
Sarasota, FL|
‘First They Came For My College’ Brings New College Upheaval To FL Theaters
A documentary about the conservative takeover of New College of Florida in Sarasota is being shown in theaters around the state.
Tiffany Razzano, Patch Staff
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St. Charles, IL|
Great Orb Hunt Returns To Kane County With 150 Hidden Treasures
Handcrafted orbs are being tucked away daily at three local sites through Sept. 30, giving hunters new chances to find one.
Amie Schaenzer, Patch Staff
Bridgewater, NJ|
Board Member Under Fire For 'Attacking Educators' In Bridgewater-Raritan
The Union has demanded a resignation.
Alexis Tarrazi, Patch Staff
Across America, US|
Political Yard Signs Test Free Speech, Neighborhood Etiquette: Block Talk
The First Amendment protects plenty of bad manners. Patch readers debate what to do when political yard signs turn ugly.
Beth Dalbey, Patch Staff
Windsor Locks-East Windsor, CT|
East Windsor Police Receive Grant For New K-9
The department is also selecting an officer to serve as the patrol dog’s handler.
Jay Kenney, Patch Staff
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Palos, IL|
Moraine Valley Community College Proposes $115M Referendum For Technical Education On Nov. 3 Ballot
The new bond will replace the current debt levy that expires in December, with minimal impact on property tax bills, MVCC trustees say.
Lorraine Swanson, Patch Staff
Concord, NH|
After 39 Years, Kiwanis Club Of Concord Classic Car Show Ends Its Run
Waning attendance and participation, along with an aging club, led members to the tough decision to end the event.
Tony Schinella, Patch Staff
Woodbridge, NJ|
Plainfield Woman Caused Crash That Killed Girl, 8, Police Say
Virginia State Police say the New Jersey woman rear-ended another car that had slowed down on the interstate. A child was killed.
Carly Baldwin, Patch Staff
Joliet, IL|
'He Told Officers They Would Find Various Pills, Ketamine And Cocaine Inside His Bedroom:' Prosecutors Reveal
The envelope was opened by federal warrant and found to have a whitish almost translucent powder that field tested positive for ketamine.
John Ferak, Patch Staff
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New York City, NY|
Egg Scam Costing NYC Shoppers, Lawsuit Says
Consumers pay a premium for pasture-raised eggs, but a lawsuit filed in Brooklyn federal court alleges some hens spend little time outdoors.
Ainsley Martinez, Patch Staff
Marlboro-Coltsneck, NJ|
'Heroes Among Us': Dugan Elementary School Honors Local First Responders
In recognition of the 25th anniversary of 9/11, over 600 students gathered to honor local first responders in their Heroes Among Us parade.
Sara Winick, Patch Staff
Ellington-Somers, CT|
Ellington Selectmen Split Over Midterm Committee Shake-Up
Three board members questioned whether the town charter allows assignments to be reorganized between municipal elections.
Jay Kenney, Patch Staff
Pittsburgh, PA|
Health Department Orders Closure Of Pittsburgh Market
Find out here why the Allegheny County Health Department shut down this Pittsburgh market.
Eric Heyl, Patch Staff
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Darien, CT|
Who Will Be Able To Access Great Island? Darien Selectmen Begin Discussion
The Darien Board of Selectmen discussed Great Island during this week's regularly scheduled meeting.
Richard Kaufman, Patch Staff
Joliet, IL|
Reckless Driver Who Killed Joliet Teacher In 2018 Crash Gets Arrested For Aggravated DUI: Police
Last November, before leaving Stang Kelly Wine & Liquors, Demetrius Greene allegedly exposed his genitalia to the employee, police said.
John Ferak, Patch Staff
Williamsburg-Greenpoint, NY|
Sunday In Brooklyn Celebrates 10 Years With Month-Long Pancake Series
The monthlong series will be dedicated to the restaurant's signature Sunday Pancakes.
David Luces, Patch Staff
Norwalk, CT|
Norwalk Restaurant Announces Closure Amid Construction Outside Business
A sign was recently posted to the door of the restaurant announcing the closure less than two years after opening in East Norwalk.
RJ Scofield, Patch Staff
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