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Frankfort, IL|
Pet Portraits Raise Money For Paws-4-Kids Therapy Dog Program
A Frankfort photographer is offering the sessions starting this month.
Andrea Earnest, Patch Staff
Dublin, CA|
Emerald High Freshmen Launch Podcast To Share Veterans' Stories
EHS freshmen interviewed local veterans to better understand military service and challenge common stereotypes.
Michael Wittner, Patch Staff
Long Beach, NY|
How To Beat The Heat, From A Mount Sinai South Nassau Expert
With a life-threatening heat wave underway, a Mount Sinai South Nassau expert gives his advice on how Long Islanders can stay cool.
Tom Gambardella, Patch Staff
Downers Grove, IL|
Council To Review Proposal For 184-Unit Apartment Complex On 31st Street In Downers Grove
If approved the Forest Trail Luxury Apartments redevelopment would replace an existing office building at 1020 31st St. in Downers Grove.
Lisa Marie Farver, Patch Staff
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Glen Burnie, MD|
Popular Food Hall To Host 2 MD Grand Openings This Month
The Wonder food hall will be hosting two grand openings in Maryland's Glen Burnie and Bowie communities this month.
Gaby Arancibia, Patch Staff
Glenview, IL|
4 Businesses Welcomed By Glenview Chamber Of Commerce
The new businesses include a South Indian restaurant, a math enrichment school, a chiropractic office and a downtown retail shop.
Eric DeGrechie, Patch Staff
Darien, CT|
Great Island Access Planning Continues To Progress, Selectmen Hear Update On Latest Design
The selectmen received an update on the 60-plus-acre property centered around circulation, stormwater management, utilities and lighting.
Richard Kaufman, Patch Staff
Brooklyn, NY|
Elevator Entrapment In Brooklyn Renews Focus On Subway Accessibility
Three passengers were rescued inside a Brooklyn subway elevator.
Ainsley Martinez, Patch Staff
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Danville, CA|
San Ramon Valley Rowers Win National Championship With Oakland Strokes
Students from San Ramon Valley, Dougherty Valley and Monte Vista high schools helped the East Bay club capture a national title in Florida.
Michael Wittner, Patch Staff
Long Island, NY|
North Fork Eatery Celebrates 50 Years + Mister Softee Opens + 1st-Ever Shake Shack On East End
Best ice cream spots on LI / new Nashville hot chicken spot / Home Goods in Shirley
Melanie Gulbas, Patch Staff
Across America, US|
America At 250: Voices Of Freedom, Worry And Hope From Across The Country
With a mix of pride, concern, and hope, readers described America as a land of liberty and opportunity with promises not yet fully realized.
Beth Dalbey, Patch Staff
Yorkville, IL|
McHenry County Man Sexually Assaulted Child In Yorkville Home: Police
The investigation began after the parent of a child reported the man had come to the family's residence to work on a vehicle, police said.
Emily Rosca, Patch Staff
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Vernon, CT|
Image Gallery: Tractor-Trailer Removed From Vernon Trail System After Crashing Off I-84
A meticulous sequence led to a truck being removed from a hiking trail in Vernon after it crashed off the highway.
Chris Dehnel, Patch Staff
Mahwah, NJ|
Mahwah Man Strangled Driver Who Stopped For School Bus: Police
A Mahwah man was charged with strangulation and assault on Thursday, police said.
Caren Lissner, Patch Staff
Montclair, NJ|
Essex County Lawmakers Split Votes On NJ Budget: Here’s What They’re Saying
It’s one of the biggest moments of the year in the Statehouse. Here’s how these lawmakers from Essex County voted.
Eric Kiefer, Patch Staff
Bridgewater, NJ|
Police Investigate Traffic Concerns At Bridgewater Intersection After Petition
A petition asked township officials to study whether new stop signs are needed at two "high-risk" intersections.
Alexis Tarrazi, Patch Staff
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North Fork, NY|
Hellenic Restaurant, Beloved North Fork Eatery, Celebrates 50 Years: 'Thank You For Being Part Of Our Story'
A celebration Saturday features Greek music, specials, rich memories. "We are the same family that started the restaurant 50 years ago."
Lisa Finn, Patch Staff
Long Island, NY|
Adoptable Pet Of The Week: Meet Orzo, A Toothless, Resilient Cat Ready For A Fresh Start
The young cat underwent a full-mouth tooth extraction after being rescued from a hoarding situation. He is looking for his forever home.
Melanie Gulbas, Patch Staff
La Grange, IL|
'Life And Limb': La Grange Teardown Could Pose Danger, Neighbor Says
An official said the village takes safety seriously, saying an allegation to the contrary is unfounded.
David Giuliani, Patch Staff
Sonoma Valley, CA|
Watch: Sonoma Valley Kennel Mistakenly Drawn Into Humboldt Dog Investigation
Family-owned kennel received online attacks and angry calls fueled by confusion over Humboldt Miranda's Rescue dog rescue investigation.
Angela Woodall, Patch Staff
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Shirley-Mastic, NY|
Officer, Motorist Hurt In William Floyd Parkway Crash In Shirley: Police
The officer's marked cruiser was turning with its lights and siren activated when it was struck by a Kia, Suffolk police say.
Peggy Spellman Hoey, Patch Staff
New York City, NY|
Cut Your Con Edison Bill During NYC Heat Wave
A little-known program rewards households for cutting power use when the grid faces its biggest strain.
Ainsley Martinez, Patch Staff
Berkeley, CA|
July 4th Road Closures In Berkeley. What To Know
City officials say the closures are to help keep Berkeley safe.
Fernando Haro, Patch Staff
Summit, NJ|
$1.6 Million Mabie Playground Renovations Nearing Completion In Summit
The long-awaited ADA-accessible playground is expected to open soon following months of construction and upgrades.
Joe Murray, Patch Staff
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Hatboro-Horsham, PA|
Pacitti Brothers Celebrates 1-Year Anniversary In Hatboro
The ice cream and hot dog seasonal summer business on North York Road is introducing some new menu options this year.
Dino Ciliberti, Patch Staff
Bloomfield, NJ|
$584 Tax Hike Proposed In Bloomfield: What Comes Next For Town Budget
The municipal increase would be in addition to school and county taxes.
Eric Kiefer, Patch Staff
Lacey, NJ|
Lacey School Board Welcomes New Superintendent
Brewer was appointed to a three-year term beginning July 1 after county approval of his contract.
Veronica Flesher, Patch Staff
Banning-Beaumont, CA|
Pedestrian Struck, Killed On Beaumont Street, Road Closures In Place
A pedestrian was struck and killed early Wednesday, which led to this lengthy Beaumont road closure.
Ashley Ludwig, Patch Staff
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New York City, NY|
Where You Shop In NYC Can Add Dozens Of Dollars To A Cookout
See how local prices compare.
Ainsley Martinez, Patch Staff
Arlington Heights, IL|
Man Recorded Boy In Woodfield Mall Restroom: Schaumburg Police
The Rolling Meadows man was placed on electronic monitoring and ordered to stay away from children and the shopping center.
Eric DeGrechie, Patch Staff
Bridgewater, NJ|
Somerset County Vo-Tech Students Assemble 400 Care Kits For NYC Homeless Outreach
Anagha Manjrekar and Akshaj Kalepalli helped lead the student effort through NexGen STEM.
Alexis Tarrazi, Patch Staff
Morristown, NJ|
45 Years Later, A Morristown Café Still Serves French Food With A Friendly Smile
The locally beloved establishment is hosting several events to celebrate its 45 years of operation, including live music and special menus.
Jack Slocum, Patch Staff
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Ellington-Somers, CT|
Somers Budget Fails Again; More Cuts Expected
Somers voters weighed in again Tuesday on the town’s latest fiscal year 2027 budget proposal.
Jay Kenney, Patch Staff
Manville, NJ|
Hit-And-Run Driver Crashes Into 12-Year-Old Bicyclist In Manville, Police Say
A 12-year-old girl was riding her bicycle in a crosswalk with a flashing beacon when she was hit by an SUV, said police.
Alexis Tarrazi, Patch Staff
Westfield, NJ|
More Than 1,500 Pack Downtown Westfield For World Cup Watch Party
Downtown organizers expect another large crowd as Team USA returns to Quimby Street on July 1.
Joe Murray, Patch Staff
Windsor, CT|
Windsor Budget Decided In Tight Vote
Windsor voters returned to the polls Tuesday after rejecting the first FY27 budget proposal earlier in June.
Jay Kenney, Patch Staff
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Port Jefferson, NY|
LI's Tallest Ship, The Liberty Clipper, Sails Out For Thursday To Take Part In U.S.'s 250th Tall Ships Parade
SEE PHOTOS: It's one of the official U.S. flag vessels of the landmark series of events in New York City and Boston this week.
Peggy Spellman Hoey, Patch Staff
Elmhurst, IL|
ICE Faces Villa Park Backlash In Pursuing Man
A man yelled vulgarities, while a woman held a camera within inches of an agent's face, police said.
David Giuliani, Patch Staff
Ridgewood-Glen Rock, NJ|
Tour Bus Hits, Kills Man In Bergen County, Police Say
A man who was struck by a tour bus in Bergen County on Tuesday later died, prosecutors said.
Caren Lissner, Patch Staff
Rockville, MD|
'Robotics Day' Comes To Montgomery County This Month
The AOE Robotics Club will be hosting a family-friendly event celebrating creativity, engineering and innovation through a "Robotics Day."
Gaby Arancibia, Patch Staff
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