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Bel Air, MD|
Bel Air Board Of Commissioners 2025: Meet Gavin Hanley
Meet Gavin Hanley, who is running for one of two open seats on the Bel Air Board of Commissioners.
Kristin Danley-Greiner, Patch Staff
Bel Air, MD|
Bel Air Board Of Commissioners 2025: Meet Paula S. Etting
Meet Paula S. Etting, current chair of the Bel Air Board of Commissioners who is running for re-election Nov. 4.
Kristin Danley-Greiner, Patch Staff
Channahon-Minooka, IL|
Baseball Bat Attack In Channahon: Judge Ewanic Releases Neighbor Arrested By Police
Will County Associate Judge Derek Ewanic continues to release Will County's criminal defendants who are often accused of violent crimes.
John Ferak, Patch Staff
Manassas, VA|
A Chat With Mayor Michelle Davis-Younger On Development, Salary Hike, Real Estate
In the first part of a Patch interview, the Manassas mayor discusses city real estate purchases, development, salary increases and more.
Emily Leayman, Patch Staff
Castro Valley, CA|
Traveling Exhibit Highlighting Mars Lands At East Bay Library: 'We're Honored'
The exhibit will be at the Main Library in San Leandro through Nov. 26.
Fernando Haro, Patch Staff
San Leandro, CA|
Traveling Exhibit Highlighting Mars Lands In San Leandro: 'We're Honored'
The exhibit will be at the Main Library in San Leandro through Nov. 26.
Fernando Haro, Patch Staff
Norwalk, CT|
CVS Pharmacy To Close Norwalk Store Location
CVS Pharmacy has confirmed plans to close one of its stores in Norwalk with all prescriptions being transferred to a nearby location.
RJ Scofield, Patch Staff
New Lenox, IL|
Pony Express Takes Over Kitchen, Menu At New Lenox American Legion Post
Owners of JBD White Horse Inn sister location Pony Express strike deal for kitchen space, bring favorites from both to NL American Legion.
Lauren Traut, Patch Staff
Pleasanton, CA|
Pleasanton's Proposed Water Rate Plan Could Raise Bills For Thousands
The Pleasanton City Council will vote Tuesday whether to shift to uniform pricing, which could lead to an 112% increase for some households.
Michael Wittner, Patch Staff
Hackettstown, NJ|
This NJ Diner Leans Into Its Horror Movie History
They make a killer milkshake, too.
Jack Slocum, Patch Staff
Mid Hudson Valley, NY|
Zombie Cheerleaders, Spider Webs And 'Easter Eggs' Cast An Enchanting Spell At Legoland New York
"Brick-or-Treat" is underway now in Goshen, and the theme park might just have a magic answer to all of your ghastly Halloween conundrums.
Jeff Edwards, Patch Staff
Salem, MA|
Salem Halloween 2025: Witch City National Historic Sites Hit With Government Shutdown Closures
Some Witch City tourist sites and bathrooms are closed for a second straight week of the federal government shutdown.
Scott Souza, Patch Staff
Murrieta, CA|
Murrieta High School Player Suffers 'Severe Spinal Injury' Amid Football Game
Residents are rallying around this Vista Murrieta varsity football player who suffered a devastating spinal injury in Friday's game.
Ashley Ludwig, Patch Staff
Joliet, IL|
8 Arrests at Former Hollywood Casino Joliet: Here's Why Joliet Police Were Called
Officers outside of the building located Rafael Navarro and placed him into custody without incident.
John Ferak, Patch Staff
Oak Forest, IL|
The Original Hog Wild Is Opening Another Location, Owner Says
The new location will be under the same ownership as those in New Lenox and Oak Lawn, the owner said.
Lauren Traut, Patch Staff
New Lenox, IL|
Armed Felon In Stupor Left Car Running In Crosswalk: New Lenox Police
The incident happened Friday night in the 200 block of N. Prairie Road, police said.
Lauren Traut, Patch Staff
Havre de Grace, MD|
Oktoberfest Features Authentic German Food, Drinks, Entertainment
The 2025 Oktoberfest will feature authentic German food, beverages and entertainment, along with a kids zone, vendors and more.
Kristin Danley-Greiner, Patch Staff
Bridgewater, NJ|
Garage Fire Ignites, Firefighters Prevent Spread To Bridgewater Home
Volunteer firefighters used three different water lines to suppress the fire in the garage on Saturday night.
Alexis Tarrazi, Patch Staff
Waltham, MA|
Free Tacos During Waltham Restaurant's 'TacOctoberfest' Celebrations
The local Margaritas Mexican Restaurant is celebrating the taco this October. Here's what to know.
Montana Samuels, Patch Staff
Newtown, PA|
2nd Annual Haunted Hustle 5K To Scare Up Halloween Fun In Newtown
Organizer Jen Nicholl is putting the finishing touches on the second “Haunted Hustle 5K,” which will raise funds for the NR2F1 Foundation.
Jeff Werner, Patch Staff
Fairfax City, VA|
Coffee House Creates Welcoming Space In Old Town Fairfax
A new coffee house in Old Town Fairfax celebrated its launch with Mayor Read and business leaders on Friday with a ribbon-cutting ceremony.
Michael O'Connell, Patch Staff
Ridgefield, CT|
Ridgefield School Board Moves Toward Stricter High School Cellphone Limits, Hears Calls for Stronger Security
Ridgefield’s Board of Education advances plan to tighten student cellphone use, as parents push for safety and mental health reforms.
Rich Kirby, Patch Staff
Barnegat-Manahawkin, NJ|
Here's Who Won The 2025 Beach Haven Chowder Cook-Off
On a warm, sunny Sunday, hundreds descended on Beach Haven to vote for the best chowder. Here's what they said:
Veronica Flesher, Patch Staff
La Grange, IL|
Acting Argo Leader Gets Pay Raise For Extra Duties
The inquiry into the superintendent's credit card spending is expected to end in the coming weeks.
David Giuliani, Patch Staff
Framingham, MA|
Free Tacos During Framingham Restaurant's 'TacOctoberfest' Celebrations
The local Margaritas Mexican Restaurant is celebrating the taco this October. Here's what to know.
Montana Samuels, Patch Staff
Pittsburgh, PA|
Health Department Orders Pittsburgh Eatery Shut Down
The Allegheny County Health Department has closed a popular Pittsburgh dining hall. Patch provides the details.
Eric Heyl, Patch Staff
Lawrenceville, NJ|
Rider U. Considers Layoffs, Salary Cuts As It Outlines Financial Restructuring Plan
The University admin met with nearly 100 faculty, staff, coaches, and student leaders over two weeks.
Sarah Salvadore, Patch Staff
Watchung-Green Brook, NJ|
2 Motorcyclists Ejected After Crashing Into SUV On Route 22 In North Plainfield
Both motorcyclists were taken to Robert Johnson New Brunswick Trauma Center on Sunday.
Alexis Tarrazi, Patch Staff
Arlington, VA|
Come For The Views. Stay For The Gnocchi: Arlington Restaurant Week
Rooftop Recess in Court House boasts the best rooftop views in Arlington, according to owner.
Michael O'Connell, Patch Staff
Marple Newtown, PA|
Volunteers Still Needed For 2026 PGA Championship In Delco
Those who volunteer at the 2026 PGA Championship at Aronimink Golf Club will get behind-the-scenes looks at how the major is run.
Max Bennett, Patch Staff
Middletown, NJ|
Jennifer Lopez Movie Filming In Middletown
Lopez and film crews filmed on Sailors Way Friday, and she was also seen dining at a Red Bank restaurant.
Carly Baldwin, Patch Staff
Joliet, IL|
Woman's Hair Pulled In Joliet, Morris Woman Faces Arrest Warrant: Complaint
Jina Delrose, 46, comes from East Southmor Road in Morris.
John Ferak, Patch Staff
Upper Dublin, PA|
New Maple Glen Housing Project Breaks Ground
Across the road from townhomes being built in Horsham, another housing project has started in the Maple Glen Triangle.
Dino Ciliberti, Patch Staff
Shorewood, IL|
Shorewood Sex Crime In Business Parking Lot: Defendant Regains His Freedom
The Will County State's Attorney's Office did not file a petition to keep Edwin Cooper, 32, detained under the SAFE-T-Act.
John Ferak, Patch Staff
La Grange, IL|
Developer Still Eyes Lyons Township High's Land
An executive has checked in with the school about the Willow Springs property.
David Giuliani, Patch Staff
Concord, NH|
Tree And Brush Fires Extinguished By Concord Firefighters: Videos
The city’s forestry units, with the help of a Bow tanker, extinguished several trees that were burning on Penacook Street Sunday afternoon.
Tony Schinella, Patch Staff
Newtown, CT|
Newtown Selectmen Review Capital Projects, Discuss Pootatuck River Culvert Repair Plan
Newtown officials reviewed capital projects and discussed a federal plan to restore the Pootatuck River after major flooding.
Rich Kirby, Patch Staff
Manhattan, IL|
Brush Fire Consumes 40 Acres, Takes Crews Hours To Put Out: Beecher Fire
The fire started in tall grass before spreading into a wooded area nearby. It took 50 firefighters to battle the blaze Saturday.
Lauren Traut, Patch Staff
Oak Lawn, IL|
Oak Lawn 'Pumpkin Church' Rolls Out Pumpkins Of All Shapes, Colors, Sizes, Bumps And Warts
Make some memories at the First United Methodist Church pumpkin patch in Oak Lawn. The patch is open daily through Halloween.
Lorraine Swanson, Patch Staff
Riverhead, NY|
Owner Of Iconic Modern Snack Bar Dubbed 'Mayor Of North Fork' By Animal Rescue Organization
"Communities shine brighter when led by people with kindness at their core."
Lisa Finn, Patch Staff
