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Darien, CT|
Darien Selectmen To Review Possible Participation In Expanded Coastal Water Testing Program
Here's a preview of the upcoming Darien Board of Selectmen meeting.
Richard Kaufman, Patch Staff
Bridgewater, NJ|
Party Bus Engulfs In Flames, Bridgewater Volunteer Firefighters Battle Blaze
The fire sparked in a parking lot on Corporate Drive off Route 202/206 on Thursday night.
Alexis Tarrazi, Patch Staff
Hinsdale-Clarendon Hills, IL|
Central Vs. South: Data Problem Unfixed, District Comes Up Short
The district lacks good comparison data on fulfillment of course requests, an official said.
David Giuliani, Patch Staff
Across Connecticut, CT|
See The 14 CT Homes On The Market For More Than $20 Million
From waterfront compounds to sprawling estates with private docks, theaters and wine cellars, these are Connecticut’s most expensive homes.
Hayleigh Evans, Patch Staff
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Sachem, NY|
2 People Escape 7-Alarm Blaze At Church Rectory In Selden: Authorities
UPDATE: "Thanks be to God, no one was harmed." - Father Eric Fasano, spokesman Diocese of Rockville Centre
Peggy Spellman Hoey, Patch Staff
Hinsdale-Clarendon Hills, IL|
Hinsdale Mom Alleges Bullying At Central, Says School Fails To Address It
A student-run social media account's videos document the misconduct, she said.
David Giuliani, Patch Staff
Shirley-Mastic, NY|
Cold Stone Creamery Coming Soon To South Port Shopping Center In Shirley
It joins other locations in Suffolk County, including Patchogue, Commack, Smithtown, Babylon, Centereach.
Peggy Spellman Hoey, Patch Staff
Patchogue, NY|
Patchogue School's Car Wash For A Good Cause To Help Community Members In Need
The $10 a pop car wash will run from 9:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Saturday.
Peggy Spellman Hoey, Patch Staff
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Hinsdale-Clarendon Hills, IL|
Hinsdale D86 Leader Put On Leave Under Pact
His successor has informed others that he will start work next week. The local board has not publicly acknowledged that fact.
David Giuliani, Patch Staff
North Fork, NY|
All Aboard! Greenport Express Miniature Railroad Set To Open For Season Soon
The beloved miniature rail road will soon be ready to delight again for the season in Greenport.
Lisa Finn, Patch Staff
Mansfield-Storrs, CT|
Mansfield 8th Grader's Painting Chosen For 2027 Connecticut Duck Stamp
Megan Song's winning painting will represent Connecticut in the Federal Junior Duck Stamp Contest.
Chris Dehnel, Patch Staff
Evergreen Park, IL|
Evergreen Park YA Author Finds The Hidden Magic Within Real World In First Adult Urban Fantasy Novel
Zachary Jeffries will celebrate the launch of his first adult novel, 'Evil Eye & Pizza Pie' Saturday, May 30, at Bookies in Beverly.
Lorraine Swanson, Patch Staff
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Banning-Beaumont, CA|
Beaumont Officials Confirm Mold Detected In Elementary School Rooms
The district said it is currently working with an industrial hygiene consulting firm.
Corey Washington, Patch Staff
Across America, US|
The Simple Neighborhood Traditions That Are Quietly Disappearing: Block Talk
Porch chats, block parties and back-and-forth favors once defined neighborhood life. Now, even small connections feel harder to find.
Beth Dalbey, Patch Staff
Lisle, IL|
Lisle To Vote On Amendment To Eliminate Data Centers From Zoning District
The amendment would be an effective ban on data centers without a subsequent zoning amendment.
Lisa Marie Farver, Patch Staff
Dublin, CA|
Dublin Students Present AI Fire-Safety Project At NASA Innovation Summit
Two DHS students presented Dravix, a platform designed to help engineers identify promising fire-resistant materials.
Michael Wittner, Patch Staff
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Tampa, FL|
Apparel Brand That Celebrates Tampa Culture To Open First Retail Store
An apparel brand known for the slogan “Tampa Bay Made” is opening its first-ever retail store at Sparkman Wharf.
Tiffany Razzano, Patch Staff
Merrick, NY|
‘It’s About Our Humanity’: Freeport Pride Celebration Kicks Off Saturday
Freeport Pride is hosting a "Harbor Social" Saturday, kicking off pride month a couple of days before June, organizers say.
Tom Gambardella, Patch Staff
Belleville-Nutley, NJ|
Students Protest Belleville School Cuts, Principal Blasts Staffing Changes
Belleville residents have been sounding off about a wave of controversial budget cuts, including high school students, who held a “sit-out.”
Eric Kiefer, Patch Staff
Livermore, CA|
Livermore Student Founds Human Trafficking Awareness Nonprofit
LHS student Archismita Murkherjee's "A.S.H.A." is a student-led nonprofit that educates their peers on preventing trafficking.
Michael Wittner, Patch Staff
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Fremont, CA|
Golden Hour Glow: Fremont Photos Of The Day
Do you prefer the golden hour or after glow?
Fernando Haro, Patch Staff
Hinsdale-Clarendon Hills, IL|
Hinsdale D86 Monitors 'Negative/Inaccurate' Social Media Posts
District 86 officials are frustrated with social media messages. They have a procedure to track "questionable" ones.
David Giuliani, Patch Staff
Fair Lawn-Saddle Brook, NJ|
Owners Reveal Why Longtime Italian Restaurant In NJ Is Closing
The owners of an Italian restaurant in Bergen County explained why they're closing for good in 3 days.
Caren Lissner, Patch Staff
La Grange, IL|
Official In La Grange Park Arrested On DUI Charge
He was first elected in 2013. He was arrested early Sunday morning, police said.
David Giuliani, Patch Staff
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Manalapan, NJ|
Monmouth County Brothers Launch Men’s Grooming Brand
After years behind the barber shop chair, these local brothers have started their own grooming brand that aims to empower men.
Sara Winick, Patch Staff
Smithtown, NY|
LI Girls Soccer Team Headed To Portugal After Championship Season
The Smithtown Kickers / Long Island Slammers G2014 team earned a bid to the Iber Cup after winning the LIJSL Elite Club Alliance League.
Kepherd Daniel, Patch Staff
Joliet, IL|
Joliet Central Student's Murder: Joliet Police Obtain Warrant For Juvenile's Arrest As Adult
Thursday's warrant was issued at the Will County Courthouse by one of the judges. The teenager is only 17 years old.
John Ferak, Patch Staff
Hoboken, NJ|
Pastor's Visit Prompts Confession In Hudson County Cold Case Slaying
Joseph Quiros-Soto turned himself in to Georgia police in August of 2024.
Caren Lissner, Patch Staff
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South Side, IL|
As Ford City Mall Prepares To Close Forever, JCPenney Is Holding A "Nothing Held Back" Liquidation Sale
As the Ford City Mall prepares to vacate per a court order, JCPenney is holding a “nothing held back” liquidation sale through June 21.
Lorraine Swanson, Patch Staff
Canton, CT|
Canton PZC OKs Scout's Playground Project At Local School
Canton planners approved an Eagle Scout project to build a Gaga ball pit at the elementary school.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
Newark, NJ|
Baton Strikes, Pepper Spray, Lunging Kicks And Multiple Arrests: NJ ICE Prison Under Siege
Anti-ICE protests continue to erupt at Delaney Hall in New Jersey. See videos and photos from the front-line here.
Eric Kiefer, Patch Staff
Murrieta, CA|
Murrieta's Library Expansion Takes Shape For Area Children
Take a peek at what will be the future Garden of Verses in the foreground, the new play area and picture books space.
Ashley Ludwig, Patch Staff
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Jersey City, NJ|
With Meeting Looming, Officials Blast Jersey City School Board For Mother's Arrest
Jersey City's school board president responded to a critic by claiming she had "avanger syndrome." A rally was held.
Caren Lissner, Patch Staff
Cranford, NJ|
Cranford Business Launches Creative Summer Activities For Kids, Teens
Art Cafe is expanding its summer programming with flexible art sessions designed for children and teenagers.
Joe Murray, Patch Staff
Basking Ridge, NJ|
New Library Assistant & Patrol Officer Hired, 24 Employees Honored In Bernards Township
The Township Committee approved two personnel appointments and recognized workers marking five to 30 years of service.
Alexis Tarrazi, Patch Staff
Mill Valley, CA|
Marin Championships Tennis Tournament 50th Anniversary Honored At City Council Meeting
City proclamation saluted the local tennis club and partner clubs for five decades of national-level competition and volunteer leadership.
Albert Gregory, Patch Staff
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Upper East Side, NY|
Why There’s An 'Avenue A' Marker On An Uptown Street
There's a vestige of old New York at an Upper East Side public school.
Miranda Levingston, Patch Staff
Homer Glen-Lockport, IL|
LTHS Foreign Exchange Student Wins Big At Badminton
She and her partner took first place at sectionals and made it to the state finals.
Andrea Earnest, Patch Staff
Summit, NJ|
$5M Firehouse Deal Falls Apart In Summit
Summit officials are now reevaluating what comes next for the long-vacant Broad Street property.
Joe Murray, Patch Staff
Lower Gwynedd-Ambler-Whitpain, PA|
Black Bear Tranquilized In Whitpain Thursday
The black bear has been captured, police said.
Justin Heinze, Patch Staff
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