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New Milford, CT|
New Milford Finance Board Approves $500K For Tennis Courts, $250K Each For HVAC And Security
New Milford finance officials approve funding changes for school tennis courts, HVAC and security, plus $38K for Pettibone repairs.
Rich Kirby, Patch Staff
Rockville Centre, NY|
Meet The Candidate: Laura Gillen For Congress
"Since taking office, I've been committed to lowering Long Islanders' taxes and keeping more of their hard-earned money in their pockets."
Melanie Gulbas, Patch Staff
Evanston, IL|
2026 Election: Illinois 9th District Voters Choose Between Daniel Biss, John Elleson For Open House Seat
Voters in parts of Cook, Lake and McHenry counties will decide who succeeds longtime Rep. Jan Schakowsky.
Rachel Barnes, Patch Staff
Joliet, IL|
Trouble In Double J Sports Bar Leads To Joliet Police Response, Arrest For Passed Out Patron: Cops
Joliet's police officers took the man into custody and Herrera Camacho was charged with aggravated battery.
John Ferak, Patch Staff
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New Milford, CT|
New Milford Zoning Board Approves Three Variances, Delays Decision On Candlewood Lake Deck
New Milford ZBA approves variances for a public works facility and two home additions while neighbors dispute a proposed deck.
Rich Kirby, Patch Staff
Libertyville, IL|
Lake County Sheriff Race: Idleburg Faces Buchberger In 2026 Election
Democratic incumbent John Idleburg is seeking a third term against Republican challenger Roman Buchberger.
Amie Schaenzer, Patch Staff
Joliet, IL|
Masturbator Captured Near Joliet Children's Day Care On City's West Side: Police
Christopher Vlack was arrested and charged with felony public indecency and criminal trespass to real property, Joliet police revealed.
John Ferak, Patch Staff
Bensalem, PA|
America Performs 'Classic Rock' Hits At Parx Casino: Review
The last remnants of the singer-songwriter trio played at the Xcite Center in Bensalem Township on Halloween.
Dino Ciliberti, Patch Staff
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Redwood City-Woodside, CA|
Young Artists’ Designs Head To Redwood City Polling Places
The city said winning designs would be distributed at voting locations ahead of the upcoming election.
Albert Gregory, Patch Staff
Pittsburgh, PA|
International Fast-Casual Restaurant Chain To Open First PA Location In Pittsburgh
This restaurant chain has more than 7,000 locations worldwide.
Eric Heyl, Patch Staff
Saratoga, CA|
Got A Halloween Pumpkin? Bay Area High School Students Want To Smash It
The free SMASH Maker Fair returns with student-built pumpkin smashers, more than 40 maker booths and hands-on STEM activities for all ages.
Albert Gregory, Patch Staff
Long Island, NY|
Meet The Candidate: Andrew Piddoubny For State Senate
"I am currently raising a family in the district and understand the struggles that people feel trying to make ends meet each month."
Melanie Gulbas, Patch Staff
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New Lenox, IL|
New Lenox Woman Charged With DUI Hit Parked Car, Fled Police With One Tire Missing: Police Reports
The incident happened Oct. 30 on Edmonds Avenue, according to police reports. The woman was charged with DUI, fleeing and eluding police.
Lauren Traut, Patch Staff
Peabody, MA|
'We Share Your Frustrations': Peabody Mayor Updates Central Street Project
Mayor Ted Bettencourt said traffic, changing schedules and detours remain key challenges downtown.
Scott Souza, Patch Staff
Hinsdale-Clarendon Hills, IL|
Hinsdale South's ACT Scores Move Up In All 3 Categories
Central, with a wealthy student body, soared above most schools statewide.
David Giuliani, Patch Staff
Elmhurst, IL|
Candidates Vie To Replace Retiring Sheriff; Republicans Have Long Controlled Office
Two longtime officers are running in the Nov. 3 election. One has faced a couple of controversies.
David Giuliani, Patch Staff
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La Grange, IL|
Lyons Township High Holds Own In Test Scores Against Similar Schools
The school edged up in its English language arts proficiency rate.
David Giuliani, Patch Staff
Bernardsville-Bedminster, NJ|
Bedminster Fatal I-78 Crash Kills Princeton Woman, Injures 2 Others
A 37-year-old Princeton woman died after a crash involving a disabled vehicle on Interstate 78 east, police reported.
Alexis Tarrazi, Patch Staff
Stamford, CT|
Former Stamford Football Coach Speaks Out After Resigning Mid-Game: 'I Am Sorry'
"In the heat of competition, I exercised poor judgment while addressing my team at halftime," the coach told Patch in an emailed statement.
Richard Kaufman, Patch Staff
Glenview, IL|
Water Rates, Parking Fees And E-Bike Rules On Glenview Board Agenda
Trustees will consider higher utility rates and commuter parking fees, plus e-bike rules, at Thursday's meeting.
Eric DeGrechie, Patch Staff
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Elmhurst, IL|
Elmhurst Tops Math Chart For Elementary, Middle Schoolers Among Comparison Schools
The local district also has higher English proficiency rates than demographically similar schools.
David Giuliani, Patch Staff
Northbrook, IL|
Free Art Workshops In Northbrook To Support Local Food Pantry
I Just Am Studio's Cup of Kindness Week will feature shared ceramic projects, children's activities and a food collection Nov. 9–13.
Eric DeGrechie, Patch Staff
Patchogue, NY|
Vehicle Fire Breaks Out, Drawing Firefighters From 3 Departments To Suffolk Auto Shop Halloween Night: Police
Firefighters from Hagerman, Bellport, and North Patchogue responded to the scene, Suffolk police say.
Peggy Spellman Hoey, Patch Staff
Patchogue, NY|
Traffic Shut Down, As Crowd Of Around 300 Dispersed During LI Halloween Party On Saturday Night: Police
Officers responded after a 911 report of a loud party at around 10 p.m., Suffolk police say.
Peggy Spellman Hoey, Patch Staff
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Concord, NH|
Property Reevaluation, $239M New Rundlett Middle School Will Bring Sticker Shock To Concord Taxpayers
Middle school debt costs differ from what officials presented in October 2025; superintendent agrees district needs to be more transparent.
Tony Schinella, Patch Staff
Reston, VA|
South Lakes Holds Off Centreville, 16-14, To Clinch Regional Playoff Berth
South Lakes survived a late Centreville rally for a 16-14 win, securing a playoff berth behind two Joshua Dagbe touchdowns.
Tinley Park, IL|
'Tragic Accident': Drivers Who Hit Man On Harlem Avenue Remained On Scene, Cooperated With Police
The drivers who hit a man as he was crossing Harlem Avenue stayed at the scene, police said. The man died from his injuries.
Lauren Traut, Patch Staff
Patchogue, NY|
'Miracle' Dog Coco, Lost For 15+ Months, And Who Also Survived Fire, Home Safe
"It's a miracle." Amazing story of a small dog, who survived a fire years ago, has found his way home after being lost for almost 16 months.
Lisa Finn, Patch Staff
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Tinley Park, IL|
Pedestrian, 60, Dies After Struck By 2 Vehicles On Harlem Avenue: Tinley Park Police
The incident happened at 183rd and Harlem Avenue Saturday night, police said.
Lauren Traut, Patch Staff
Hoboken, NJ|
Ghostface Killah From Wu-Tang Clan Performs Unannounced Concert In Hoboken Yard For Halloween
A member of the Wu-Tang Clan performed in a Hoboken yard for Halloween. See video.
Caren Lissner, Patch Staff
New Milford, CT|
New Milford Zoning Commission Approves 104 Apartments, Four Warehouses And Accessory Apartment
New Milford zoning officials approve 104 apartments on Kent Road and four warehouses on Pickett District Road.
Rich Kirby, Patch Staff
Hoboken, NJ|
From Titanic To Tetris, See Best Costumes In Hoboken Ragamuffin Halloween Parade
Hoboken's traditional Ragamuffin Halloween parade kicked off Saturday afternoon. See a few of the most unique costumes.
Caren Lissner, Patch Staff
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Essex-Chester-Deep River, CT|
Chester Selectmen Review $13,000 Fire Marshal Bill, Sunday Market Fees And Parking Concerns
Chester selectmen examine a $13,000 fire marshal bill, Sunday Market charges and drainage concerns at the fire department.
Rich Kirby, Patch Staff
Bethwood, CT|
Bethany Parks And Recreation Commission Discusses Lake Reopening, 2027 Summer Camp Plans
Bethany Parks and Recreation officials discuss reopening the lake in 2027, summer camp plans, new events and childcare licensing.
Rich Kirby, Patch Staff
Across California, CA|
4 Bay Area Cities Rank Among CA's Most Dangerous For Halloween
One Bay Area city landed in the statewide top 10 safest, while another had the region’s highest danger score in a new analysis.
Albert Gregory, Patch Staff
Hamden, CT|
Hamden Falls To Hand-Madison In SCC Boys Soccer Tournament: PHOTOS
The fifth-seeded Green Dragons were eliminated in the SCC boys soccer quarterfinals.
Vincent Salzo, Patch Staff
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Hamden, CT|
Sacred Heart Academy Edges Hamden Field Hockey Team On Senior Night: PHOTOS
The town rivals faced off on Hamden’s Senior Night.
Vincent Salzo, Patch Staff
Concord, NH|
Concord Firefighters Extinguish Chimney Fire In The North End: Video
Firefighters responded to Bradley Street after receiving reports of sparks and flames coming from a chimney on Friday night.
Tony Schinella, Patch Staff
Concord, NH|
DOJ Sends Cease-And-Desist Letters To Mass. Printer, D.C. Firm Sending Illegal Political Mailers To NH
Mailers in the Senate race appear to be driving voters to an indie candidate, potentially costing the GOP nominee votes — a repeat of 2016?
Tony Schinella, Patch Staff
Concord, CA|
Trump's Escalating Data Center Push On Private Lands Challenged By Bay Area Lawmakers
Federal land proposals intensify fights over local control, electricity costs, water supplies, and public access.
Angela Woodall, Patch Staff
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