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Essex-Chester-Deep River, CT|
Essex Annual Town Meeting Nov. 16 To Consider 26 Commission Appointments, Annual Financial Reports
Essex residents will consider 26 commission appointments and review annual town financial reports at the annual town meeting.
Rich Kirby, Patch Staff
Chicago Heights, IL|
Surveillance Cameras Capture Killer Shooting Anti-Violence Leader, Accepting Cash After Slaying: Prosecutors
Alex Morris, 54, was allegedly seen on surveillance shooting Andre Thomas multiple times at close range, prosecutors said.
Lauren Traut, Patch Staff
Guilford, CT|
CT Veteran, Brother-In-Law Team Up To Bring Handyman And Age-In-Place Services To Shoreline
A local veteran and his brother-in-law are making an impact in Shoreline communities.
Richard Kaufman, Patch Staff
Elmhurst, IL|
Elmhurst Council Splits On Axing Beautification Money, Despite Tight Budget
An alderman labeled the project a "want." A colleague defended it. The mayor broke a tie in favor of keeping the money in the budget.
David Giuliani, Patch Staff
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Petaluma, CA|
Closures And Layoffs Hit 520 Local Workers In Sonoma, Napa Counties
Amy’s Kitchen accounts for 200 workers as closures and layoffs affect Sonoma and Napa counties.
Angela Woodall, Patch Staff
Freehold, NJ|
'No Confidence' Votes Spark Concerns In Freehold Borough School Community
"We are falling apart," one staff member said after no-confidence votes were cast against the district's superintendent.
Sara Winick, Patch Staff
Rohnert Park-Cotati, CA|
Layoffs At Healdsburg Michelin Hotel Add To Wine Country Job Cuts
Amy's Kitchen accounts for 200 affected workers with more coming from a Michelin starred Healdsburg hotel.
Angela Woodall, Patch Staff
Livingston, NJ|
Essex GOP Women Urge Republican Voters To Look To Future After NJ's Midterm Election
“There is no time to rest,” the president of the Essex County NJ Republican Women said.
Eric Kiefer, Patch Staff
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The Lymes, CT|
East Lyme Zoning Commission Withdraws Black Point Road Rezoning Proposal After Residents Object
East Lyme officials withdrew a Black Point Road rezoning plan, approved a coastal home project and continued an elderly housing hearing.
Rich Kirby, Patch Staff
Bridgewater, NJ|
Bridgewater Council Advances Recreation Ordinance After Removing Shooting Ranges
The amended ordinance would allow specialty commercial recreation in certain zones and heads to the planning board next.
Alexis Tarrazi, Patch Staff
Beverly, MA|
Beverly Data Center Moratorium Moves To Cusp Of Implementation
The City Council held a public meeting and voted on first passage in favor of a one-year moratorium on data centers in the city.
Scott Souza, Patch Staff
Dallas-Hiram, GA|
New Frozen Yogurt Shop Opens 1st GA Location
"One of the things that makes TCBY special is that everyone can create something uniquely their own," the shop's owner told Patch.
Amanda Lumpkin, Patch Staff
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Manhattan, IL|
Renewed Hope As Lost Dog Believed Spotted In Kankakee, His 'Person' Won't Give Up
Jenny Grant said she's certain the dog spotted Nov. 5 in Kankakee is her Belgian Malinois Grimm, missing from Homer Glen/Orland Park.
Lauren Traut, Patch Staff
Essex-Chester-Deep River, CT|
Deep River Firehouse Roof Damage, New Station Plans Discussed By Fire Commissioners
Deep River fire officials reviewed firehouse roof damage, plans for a new station, equipment repairs and firefighter training.
Rich Kirby, Patch Staff
Darien, CT|
Darien Town Hall Paving Project Went $35K Over Budget: Here's Why
The paving project was completed about a month ago.
Richard Kaufman, Patch Staff
Fairfax City, VA|
Fairfax City Unveils $567.8M Capital Plan, Including Fire Station, Property Yard Projects
Fairfax City's proposed $567.8M capital plan includes a new fire station, property yard improvements and park upgrades.
Michael O'Connell, Patch Staff
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San Francisco, CA|
Feds Accuse Lyft Of Denying Rides To Passengers With Service Dogs, Wheelchairs
"Individuals with disabilities should be able to rely on rideshare services free of discrimination," federal prosecutors said.
Fernando Haro, Patch Staff
New York City, NY|
NYC Renters Could Become Owners Under New Housing Law
The legislation gives nonprofits a chance to buy troubled apartment buildings, potentially paving the way for tenant ownership.
Ainsley Martinez, Patch Staff
Woodbridge, NJ|
Woodbridge Man Arrested, Charged With Criminal Sexual Contact
He was arrested last Tuesday at a bar in Secaucus:
Carly Baldwin, Patch Staff
Lake Elsinore-Wildomar, CA|
In 2027, Ken Calvert Will Become CA's Longest-Serving Active Congressional Representative
The 73-year-old Republican has been in office since Jan. 3, 1993. He will begin serving his 18th Congressional term in 2027.
Toni McAllister, Patch Staff
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Malibu, CA|
Malibu Eyes More Parking Enforcement As 56K Annual Tickets Generate $3.3M
Malibu processes about 56,000 parking tickets a year, generating roughly $3.3 million.
Chris Lindahl, Patch Staff
Burr Ridge, IL|
Unpermitted Work In Burr Ridge? It'll Cost You
The village increased the zoning fee for building without a permit. An official referred to it as a penalty.
David Giuliani, Patch Staff
Upper East Side, NY|
EmmaBelle's, A New Wellness-Focused Grocery Shop And Café, To Open On The UES
The new shop will sell groceries and grab-and-go meals made without refined sugars, seed oils or preservatives on Madison Avenue.
Miranda Levingston, Patch Staff
Annapolis, MD|
New Gelato Shop Is Coming To Annapolis' Dock Street
The Pitango Gelato brand is expanding its presence in Maryland, with plans to open its latest site in Annapolis.
Gaby Arancibia, Patch Staff
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Northport, NY|
Reportedly Left Outside West Babylon Business, Now He Needs A Home: Northport Kitty Of The Week
The 8-month-old cat ran toward people for affection after reportedly being released from a carrier, Northport Cat Rescue Association said.
Kepherd Daniel, Patch Staff
Mokena, IL|
Clerk Threatened With Sledgehammer, Gaming Machines Hit In Mokena Gas N Wash Smash And Grab: PD
The burglary happened just before 5 a.m. Tuesday at the Gas N Wash location at 199th and LaGrange Road, police said.
Lauren Traut, Patch Staff
Burr Ridge, IL|
Burr Ridge Adding Another Cop Position, Increasing 'Patrol Flexibility'
Another change is expected to deal with the deluge of public records requests. The work "has multiplied like rabbits," an official said.
David Giuliani, Patch Staff
Shorewood, IL|
Bullpen Sports Bar Owner Jerry Borrego, In Trouble With The Law Again, Hires Tomczak Law Group As Defense
Shorewood police officers hauled away 71-year-old Jerry Borrego in handcuffs at 2 a.m. on Oct. 11 at the drinking establishment he owns.
John Ferak, Patch Staff
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Huntington, NY|
Found Alone In Middle Of Greenlawn Road, Pepper Now Needs A Home: Huntington Adoptable Pet Of The Week
The 3-month-old kitten was rescued from Pulaski Road and quickly learned how to live, play and cuddle with other cats, Grateful Paw said.
Kepherd Daniel, Patch Staff
Northridge-Chatsworth, CA|
Hawaiian Bros To Open First CA Restaurants In San Fernando Valley
The San Fernando Valley will be the chain’s first California market.
Chris Lindahl, Patch Staff
Fairfield, CT|
Fairfield Recycling Commission Approves Waste Reduction Task Force, Announces New Bin Fees
Officials last month discussed delayed collection equipment, a $35 resident charge, transfer station upgrades and upcoming budget plans.
Alfred Branch, Patch Staff
Pittsburgh, PA|
Enormous New Pittsburgh Restaurant To Debut This Week
Expect diverse options at this vast restaurant opening in a popular Pittsburgh destination.
Eric Heyl, Patch Staff
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Westport, CT|
Westport Selectmen To Consider $277K In Wakeman Town Farm Barn Contracts, Pedestrian Safety Improvements
Officials will also review sewer connections, a $25,000 senior center bequest and agreements for free tax preparation services.
Alfred Branch, Patch Staff
Greenwich, CT|
Former Greenwich Church Could House Squash Facility For Private School
In addition to a six-court squash facility, the school is proposing to include housing for an administrator, according to submitted plans.
Richard Kaufman, Patch Staff
Joliet, IL|
First Watch Ready To Open In Joliet: Here's What It Looks Like Inside At The Boulevard Place: Photos
The addition of a new First Watch restaurant is another sign that Joliet is emerging as a trendy and happening community.
John Ferak, Patch Staff
West Orange, NJ|
West Orange Needs New Town Council Member: Here’s How It Will Work
Who will replace Joyce Rudin on the council when she is sworn in as mayor? Here’s what we know so far.
Eric Kiefer, Patch Staff
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Pittsburgh, PA|
Health Department Shuts Down Pittsburgh-Area Eatery
Find out here what was discovered during an inspection at this Pittsburgh-area eatery.
Eric Heyl, Patch Staff
La Grange, IL|
La Grange Condo Owners To See Parking Disappear; Village Help Sought
The county is removing the parking from a decades-old complex. "We have maintained this land for decades," the condo leader said.
David Giuliani, Patch Staff
Madison, CT|
Madison Salt Meadow Park Committee Reviews Shoreline Greenway Trail Extension, Dog Park Plans
Officials seek answers on maintenance responsibilities, among other matters.
Alfred Branch, Patch Staff
Enfield, CT|
Four Enfield Fire Districts Pursue One Department
The plan would combine four departments into one. What residents would pay and how the merger would be approved are still unsettled.
Jay Kenney, Patch Staff
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