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Pleasanton, CA|
Pleasanton Flight Attendant Could Land Her Own iHeartRadio Podcast
Christine Lenz is a quarterfinalist for Top Host. She's vying for $25K, her own podcast, and an appearance on Ryan Seacrest's show.
Michael Wittner, Patch Staff
Concord, NH|
Tax Rates Dip In Concord, But Year-Over-Year Bills Are Going Way Up For Some Property Taxpayers: Follow-Up
Average assessed home jumps to $630K; many face huge increases; for the first time in decades, Penacook will see lower rates than the city.
Tony Schinella, Patch Staff
Lindenhurst, NY|
Lindenhurst Applebee's Manager Among 15 Nationwide To Win Golden Apple Award
John Chesebrough was recognized for his leadership, 98% guest satisfaction rating and more than $13,000 raised for Toys for Tots.
Kepherd Daniel, Patch Staff
Brick, NJ|
EMTs Save Lives Every Day; Brick Man Wants You To Know How Much It Matters
Five years ago, "I was clinically deceased," he said. He's seen his daughters graduate and traveled "because one guy said I'm not leaving."
Karen Wall, Patch Staff
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Mill Valley, CA|
Repeated Flooding Prompts Emergency Declaration In Mill Valley
City officials prepared for potentially costly storm damage, with no guarantee that emergency response expenses will be reimbursed.
Albert Gregory, Patch Staff
Across America, US|
Small Government, Please. Except For That Leaf Blower: Block Talk
Gas leaf blowers jolt neighbors awake and send exhaust into their homes. Some want bans and fines. Others vow they’ll never comply.
Beth Dalbey, Patch Staff
Norwich, CT|
Norwich Council To Consider $7.8K Public Works Transfer, Golf Course Budget
Norwich aldermen will consider Public Works funding shifts and spending authority for the Golf Course Authority at their Nov. 16 meeting.
Rich Kirby, Patch Staff
Manassas, VA|
Manassas Teen Earns Girl Scouts' Highest Honor For Period Poverty Project
A Manassas teenager has earned the Girl Scouts' Gold Award for a project to educate girls on periods and provide products equitably.
Michelle Witte, Patch Staff
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Upper East Side, NY|
UES Esplanade Reopening Date Set After Construction Delay
New Yorkers will be able to walk, jog, or bike along a contiguous East River Esplanade for the first time in more than four years.
Miranda Levingston, Patch Staff
Windsor Locks-East Windsor, CT|
Bradley, Tweed Confirm Departures Affected By Nationwide Halt
Bradley officials confirmed the nationwide flight halt is affecting departures and urged travelers to check their flight status.
Jay Kenney, Patch Staff
The Lymes, CT|
East Lyme Seeks State Grant For $20 Million Oswegatchie Hills Purchase, Sets Traffic Camera Hearing
East Lyme authorizes a grant application, schedules a traffic camera ordinance hearing and reviews school reorganization.
Rich Kirby, Patch Staff
Columbia, MD|
MD, VA Breast Cancer Survivors Share Stories Of Grief, Fear, Faith, Recovery
Breast Cancer Month falls in October, but the battle lasts beyond those 31 days. Four women shared their personal journeys with Patch.
Kristin Danley-Greiner, Patch Staff
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Long Island, NY|
Islanders Defenseman Matthew Schaefer Surprises 4-Year-Old Fan
Bellmore boy Caden Manzella, who has undergone three heart surgeries, was invited to an Islanders game after Schaefer heard his story.
Melanie Gulbas, Patch Staff
La Grange, IL|
Lyons Township Leader Gets Rare Rejection Week After Election Loss
The board majority overruled the supervisor's and the township lawyer's advice and hired an attorney to help with public records requests.
David Giuliani, Patch Staff
Ledyard, CT|
Ledyard Council To Consider $24,000 Grants, Police Equipment Purchase And Hunting Extension
Ledyard officials will consider police funding, a $24,000 equipment purchase, hunting rules and a possible town manager review.
Rich Kirby, Patch Staff
Enfield, CT|
CIAC Dedicates 2026 Field Hockey State Tournament To Memory of Longtime Journalist, Patch Editor Tim Jensen
The late Tim Jensen, a longtime Connecticut sports journalist who loved field hockey, is being recognized for decades of coverage.
Chris Dehnel, Patch Staff
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Madison, CT|
Madison Zoning Board Approves Liberty Street Dormer, Delays Harbor Avenue Home Decision
Historic home renovation wins unanimous support; coastal rebuilding proposal faces scrutiny over height, size and flooding.
Alfred Branch, Patch Staff
Secaucus, NJ|
New Thai Restaurant Coming To Secaucus
It will be called N Thai, and said they will be serving "elevated Thai dining, 100 percent halal and handcrafted mocktails."
Carly Baldwin, Patch Staff
Huntington, NY|
Miracle Christmas Eve Call Meant New Life For Baby With Cancer, Now 7
“I got it all!” The doctor’s words changed everything for one LI family whose infant daughter had been diagnosed with cancer.
Kepherd Daniel, Patch Staff
Upper West Side, NY|
Central Park’s Rudin Playground Set For Major Upgrade
The redesign would add an accessible entrance, new play structures and more seating.
Miranda Levingston, Patch Staff
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Newark, NJ|
She Fled Civil War At Age 13. Now She Builds Affordable Homes For NJ Families
Adenah Bayoh arrived in the United States with empty pockets – then carved out a real estate and restaurant empire.
Eric Kiefer, Patch Staff
St. Pete, FL|
Suncoast Storytelling Festival Celebrates 10 Years In St. Pete
The festival features four nationally recognized storytellers, hands-on workshops and an evening concert at the Sunshine Center.
Tiffany Razzano, Patch Staff
Redwood City-Woodside, CA|
Illuminated Skull Brings Día De Los Muertos Message To Downtown Redwood City
The new Art Kiosk installation draws on Mexican heritage, immigrant stories and the tradition of honoring loved ones.
Albert Gregory, Patch Staff
Bridgewater, NJ|
Bridgewater Author Turns Loss Of Dog Rhylee Into Self-Published Book
After her rescue dog Rhylee died, a Bridgewater woman wrote a book about grief, love and pet companionship.
Alexis Tarrazi, Patch Staff
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La Grange, IL|
Incoming Cook Assessor 'Deeply Disappointed' With Lyons Township's Lack Of Action
He said the township failed to move on replacing him. He wanted to resign and prepare for his new job.
David Giuliani, Patch Staff
Greenwich, CT|
Camillo Cites Progress In School Board Lawsuit Talks As Dispute With Greenwich DTC Continues
First Selectman Fred Camillo said he met with two BOE members on Nov. 9 regarding the ongoing lawsuit against the school board.
Richard Kaufman, Patch Staff
Fairfield, CT|
Fairfield Blight Board To Hold Hearing On Beverly Lane Property, Review 11 Other Addresses
During the upcoming meeting, officials will examine ongoing ordinance cases and new complaints.
Alfred Branch, Patch Staff
Homer Glen-Lockport, IL|
Golf Carts Stolen From Lockport Golf Course: Sheriff
Surveillance video shows three men taking the golf carts just after 2 a.m. Wednesday, the sheriff's office told Patch.
Andrea Earnest, Patch Staff
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Hinsdale-Clarendon Hills, IL|
Clarendon Hills Leader Rejects Call To Delay Major Action, Criticizes Candidate Slate
The village president promotes his administration's record, but stays silent on his political plans.
David Giuliani, Patch Staff
Wayne, NJ|
Wayne Has The Most Deer-Involved Crashes In The County, Data Shows
Wayne's accident numbers were more than double those of the town with the second-most deer accidents, according to the data.
Jack Slocum, Patch Staff
Fairfield, CT|
Fairfield Library Trustees Review Circulation Trends, Security Concerns And Upcoming Policy Changes
The board discussed rising digital borrowing costs, a $20,000 gift, planned fundraisers and new guidelines for challenging materials.
Alfred Branch, Patch Staff
Massapequa, NY|
Beloved Massapequa Drive-Thru Shop To Close After Nearly 13 Years
"It has become a second home," owner Sally Fox says.
Melanie Gulbas, Patch Staff
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Channahon-Minooka, IL|
Not Guilty: Joliet Defense Attorney Chuck Bretz Victorious After His 'Corporal Punishment' Arrest
Minooka police officers arrested the prominent Joliet criminal defense attorney Chuck Bretz back in October of 2025.
John Ferak, Patch Staff
The Haddams-Killingworth, CT|
Haddam Selectmen Hire Social Services Director, Make Commission Appointments, Approve Tax Refunds
Haddam selectmen hire a social services director, fill commission seats and approve nearly $700 in tax refunds.
Rich Kirby, Patch Staff
Greenwich, CT|
Jenni 'JWoww' Farley From MTV's 'Jersey Shore' Visits Pasta Bowls In Greenwich
The Greenwich restaurant had another celebrity visit recently, the owner told Patch.
Richard Kaufman, Patch Staff
Orange, CT|
Orange Police Commission Approves 2027-28 Budget, Capital Request As Department Reports October Crime Data
Orange police commissioners approve budget requests, review October arrests and crashes, and discuss grants for a new drone.
Rich Kirby, Patch Staff
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Across America, US|
FDA Warns Popular New Drugs May Cause Blindness: Recall Roundup
Recalls address salmonella outbreak, possible listeria contamination and a Thanksgiving staple that may taste like soap (it’s not cilantro).
Beth Dalbey, Patch Staff
Joliet, IL|
Joliet Has Never Seen Development, Growth Like This On Full Display: Shopping, Restaurants And Entertainment
It got off to a slow start years ago, but Joliet's Rock Run Collection is underway as more retail stores are building near Hollywood Casino.
John Ferak, Patch Staff
Algonquin-Lake In The Hills, IL|
Algonquin Powerlifter, 67, Sets Sights On World Record
After a back injury sidelined him for nearly 40 years, Lawrence DeSantis returned to competitive powerlifting in his 60s.
Amie Schaenzer, Patch Staff
Bowie, MD|
Wonder Opens In Upper Marlboro With 20+ Eateries Participating
Wonder celebrated its grand opening recently at 10432 Campus Way South in Upper Marlboro at the Largo Plaza.
Kristin Danley-Greiner, Patch Staff
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