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Murrieta, CA|
Murrieta Voter Guide: What's On The Nov. 3, 2026, Ballot, Voting, & More
From where to cast an early ballot to deciding on local and statewide candidates — here's your voter guide for the city of Murrieta.
Toni McAllister, Patch Staff
Temecula, CA|
Temecula Voter Guide: What's On The Nov. 3, 2026, Ballot, Voting, & More
From where to cast an early ballot to deciding on local and statewide candidates — here's your voter guide for the city of Temecula.
Toni McAllister, Patch Staff
Ellington-Somers, CT|
Ellington Lot Cleared For New Home
The Florence Avenue property is just under 10,000 square feet.
Jay Kenney, Patch Staff
Palos Verdes, CA|
Palos Verdes Drive South Traffic Restrictions Continue Through Wednesday
The traffic restrictions are part of a project to repair 7,500 feet of aging sewer pipe, with work continuing into early 2027.
Scott Snowden, Patch Staff
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Gloucester Township, NJ|
'Hoops For Life' Teaches Lessons Through Sport To Youth In NJ Detention Center
Basketball brought the opportunity to connect and stride forward in South Jersey.
Eddie Callahan, Patch Staff
New Milford, CT|
Northville Elementary Roof Project In New Milford Nears Bidding As Structural Report Identifies Repairs
New Milford officials target January bidding for Northville Elementary's roof project as engineers identify column corrosion and wood rot.
Rich Kirby, Patch Staff
Hoboken, NJ|
Movie Called 'Nothing' To Film In Hoboken Starting Wednesday, Closing Local Restaurant
A feature film will shoot in Hoboken through Thursday, closing one local restaurant for a day.
Caren Lissner, Patch Staff
Western Springs, IL|
Lyons Township High Fight Under Investigation: Police
A student was attacked from behind as many classmates watched, some taking video.
David Giuliani, Patch Staff
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Manalapan, NJ|
Handcrafted Ice Cream Shop Opens In Manalapan
Located just off Route 9, this ice cream shop offers a variety of handmade flavors, toppings and more.
Sara Winick, Patch Staff
Radnor, PA|
Radnor Has A New 10-Year Vision To Improve Downtown Wayne, Despite Business Owners' Qualms
The 'Vision For Wayne' has a series of recommendations to guide downtown development. Here's what's next in making that vision come to life.
June Bakan, Patch Staff
Fairfield, CT|
NY Man Accused Of Placing GPS Tracking Device In Victim's Car: Fairfield Police
The victim did not know the device had been placed in the vehicle, according to authorities.
Alfred Branch, Patch Staff
Brooklyn, NY|
Brooklyn Kosher Luncheonette Faces End Of An Era After Nearly 60 Years
The husband-and-wife owners put their property on the market for $2.8 million.
Ainsley Martinez, Patch Staff
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South Side, IL|
Cold Case Of 8-Year-Old Girl's 1960 Murder Linked To Former Chicago Police Detective Through DNA: Police
Chicago police never forgot 8-year-old Gloria Kowalewicz, who was abducted on her way to mass 65 years ago and found murdered.
Lorraine Swanson, Patch Staff
Hillsborough, NJ|
Hillsborough School Board Advances Overnight Trip Planning After Debate
Board members debated student costs, missed class time and show choir requirements before approving the education item.
Alexis Tarrazi, Patch Staff
Bolingbrook, IL|
Bolingbrook Michael's Location Closing
The craft store will close its location on Boughton Road.
Andrea Earnest, Patch Staff
Princeton, NJ|
Princeton Flood Study Finds No New Homes In Harrys Brook Floodplain
A new FEMA map takes effect in February after a four-year study of the brook between Snowden Lane and Harrison Street.
Sarah Salvadore, Patch Staff
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South Windsor, CT|
South Windsor Gets $200,000 For Crosstown Trail Plans
The state award will fund Phase 3 planning and design.
Jay Kenney, Patch Staff
West Bloomfield, MI|
Prime Concepts Detroit Opening Newest Restaurant In Oakland County
Staff will also host weekly trivia nights, pool leagues and other unique activations throughout the year.
Dylan Siwicki, Patch Staff
Redondo Beach, CA|
Redondo Beach Plans $825K Upgrade Of 24 Sidewalk Crossings
The city has identified curb ramps that need improvements to meet accessibility standards, with construction expected to begin in December.
Scott Snowden, Patch Staff
Murrieta, CA|
Murrieta Hot Springs Resort Slated To Become 'Local Cultural Resource'
The designation could make the resort eligible for property tax relief.
Toni McAllister, Patch Staff
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Romeoville, IL|
Chicago Grocer To Open 1st Suburban Location In Romeoville
Developers will break ground on the new grocery store in the spring.
Andrea Earnest, Patch Staff
Enfield, CT|
Odin’s Keep Axe House Closing After Seven Years
The business is closing after seven years in Enfield.
Jay Kenney, Patch Staff
Oxford, CT|
Oxford Charter Changes Head To November Ballot
The proposal would replace the annual capital-plan town meeting with a February public hearing and change rules for finance-board members.
Jay Kenney, Patch Staff
Santa Monica, CA|
Santa Monica Council Candidate Spotlight: Doug Trussler
Part 7 of 12: Patch speaks with Caroline Torosis as candidates make their case for three Santa Monica City Council seats this November.
Scott Snowden, Patch Staff
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Greenwich, CT|
Revised Affordable Housing Project Submitted To Greenwich Planning & Zoning
Residents previously criticized the project over its height, neighborhood character, traffic, pedestrian safety, and flooding risk.
Richard Kaufman, Patch Staff
Windsor, CT|
Five Windsor Bridges Getting Repairs, Replacements
Three bridges will be replaced and two repaired under the $820,000 project, with some trails remaining closed for weeks.
Jay Kenney, Patch Staff
Concord, NH|
Concord Firefighters Extinguish Another Fire Under The Water Street Bridge; Arson Suspect Sought
Videos: Flames shot up the side of the bridge at a homeless camp where the city previously spent tens of thousands of dollars to clean up.
Tony Schinella, Patch Staff
Secaucus, NJ|
Equinix Fires Engineer After 5,200-Gallon Fuel Spill Into Secaucus Creek
The Sept. 11 fuel spill went unnoticed for six hours. It was missed by a site engineer and was discovered that evening by a security guard.
Carly Baldwin, Patch Staff
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St. Pete, FL|
St. Pete’s Stories of Humanity Project Invites People To Share Their Stories
A vintage-style telephone set up in St. Pete’s public spaces is collecting stories and connecting people through their shared experiences.
Tiffany Razzano, Patch Staff
Bridgewater, NJ|
Public Calls For Suspension, Investigation Of Bridgewater-Raritan Superintendent Robert Beers
The community voiced intense grievances about Superintendent Beers after profanity-laced emails toward other board members were circulated.
Alexis Tarrazi, Patch Staff
Old Town Alexandria, VA|
US Park Police Chase Ends In Crash In Alexandria
A driver spotted behaving recklessly on I-695 ended up losing control of their vehicle near Duke Street early Tuesday morning.
Michelle Witte, Patch Staff
Suffield, CT|
Suffield Logging Plan Faces Additional Wetlands Review
The proposal would harvest timber on 36 to 38 acres. Commissioners want vernal pools identified in a full permit application.
Jay Kenney, Patch Staff
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La Grange, IL|
Suburban Cop Who Pulled Gun On Woman May Be Near Retirement
The officer, who was wearing a pro-Trump shirt, has been on paid leave for almost six months.
David Giuliani, Patch Staff
Abington, PA|
School Bus Violations Mount In Cheltenham
Cheltenham Police have issued nearly 300 citations for school bus violations since the school year started last month.
Dino Ciliberti, Patch Staff
Glenview, IL|
Cooper, Jones, Toomey Named To Glenview Village Board Slate
Citizens for Glenview announced its three candidates for the April 2027 election, including two incumbents and a first-time candidate.
Eric DeGrechie, Patch Staff
La Grange, IL|
Lyons Township Corruption? Official Comes Up Empty On Allegations
She accused another official of a "ghost payroll" and taxpayer-funded travel for his girlfriend.
David Giuliani, Patch Staff
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Romeoville, IL|
Romeoville Board Discusses Concept Plan For New Warehouse
The concept plan is for the redevelopment of 18.7 acres in the M-2 zoning district at 717 Parkwood.
Andrea Earnest, Patch Staff
Hinsdale-Clarendon Hills, IL|
Hinsdale Settles Over Early Secrecy On Traffic Survey, Covering Watchdog's Legal Bills
Like other public bodies, the village retreated from its initial position. The village plans to release its park survey results.
David Giuliani, Patch Staff
Arlington Heights, IL|
2 Hospitalized After 3-Vehicle Rollover Crash On I-90
State police reported no lane blockage following the Tuesday morning crash east of Route 53 in Rolling Meadows.
Eric DeGrechie, Patch Staff
Rockville, MD|
MCPS Parents Face Major Decisions: Possible School Closures, 3 Calendar Drafts Unveiled
MCPS is weighing changes to academic calendars and potential school closures. Here’s what families and students need to know.
Gaby Arancibia, Patch Staff
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