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Temecula, CA|
Sheriff Chad Bianco's Possible Run For CA Governor: 'Kind Of A Maybe'
"A number of elected officials and leaders" have allegedly approached the Riverside County lawman about jumping into the 2026 race.
Edison-Metuchen, NJ|
Suicide Attempt From Rt. 1 Bridge Into Raritan River, Young Man Saved
A young man jumped over the Goodkind Bridge (Rt. 1) into the Raritan River Monday, but he was saved from drowning by police:
Vernon, CT|
Vernon Annual Budget Meeting Slated For Early Next Week
Registered voters and people who own at least $1,000 worth of taxable property in Vernon can vote on the proposed budget.
Long Beach, CA|
Suspect Fatally Shot By Long Beach Police At MacArthur Park
According to Long Beach police, the armed suspect refused to comply with officers' orders which resulted in the shooting.
Huntington, NY|
Huntington's Blue Line Deli Raises $4K For Northport Charity
Part of the proceeds will be used to bring chocolate-drizzled popcorn to children battling cancer. The foundation is "utterly grateful."
Sunset Park, NY|
BK Senator's New Bill Aims To Improve Housing Court Case Process
Senator Iwen Chu's bill would establish the Housing Court Efficiency Legal Process (HELP)
Malibu, CA|
Malibu Plans Community Workshop To Air Details Of SMMUSD Separation
The road to separate Malibu and Santa Monica school districts is long, winding and complex. Officials want to help explain it all.
Fairfield, CT|
Fairfield Seeks Repayment Of Severance Money From Kupchick
Former First Selectwoman Brenda Kupchick received a severance of more than $11,000 from the town, following her election defeat in the fall.
Concord, NH|
NH Heroin Dealer, Fugitive Wanted On Arson, Theft Charges In Maine
Nathanael Tirado-Rodriguez, on the lam since September 2021, is considered armed and dangerous; he has a criminal history in 4 states.
Los Angeles, CA|
Police Warn Of Brazen Sexual Assault Suspect Who Attacked Motorist
Authorities are warning residents of an armed man who approached a vehicle and forced a driver to drive to a place where could assault her.
Pittsburgh, PA|
Tornado Watch Issued For Pittsburgh Area, Western PA: NWS
The storm system moving through the area Wednesday evening could produce large hail, damaging winds up to 70 mph and isolated tornadoes.
Greenwich, CT|
Greenwich Marks 1-Year Anniversary Of Ukraine Sister City Relationship
Greenwich established a sister city relationship with Izyum, a city in the Northeastern part of Ukraine, in April 2023.
North Fork, NY|
'Poor Parker', Pup Left At Shelter, Finds Forever Home
"We're super thankful to be able to find homes for some of the longer-stay dogs by having them posted on Patch!"
Bridgewater, NJ|
New Details On Person Found Dead In Canal In South Bound Brook
The body of an adult man was pulled from the Delaware & Raritan Canal in South Bound Brook on March 22.
Shelton-Derby, CT|
Shelton McDonald's Moves Closer To Reality After More P&Z Discussion
Planning and Zoning commissioners continued discussion of the proposed McDonald's and said action would be taken at a future meeting.
Oak Lawn, IL|
Flair With Hair Celebrates 1-Year Anniversary In Chicago Ridge
An old-school beauty parlor in Chicago Ridge gets a second life as Flair With Hair with a ribbon cutting, raffles & more Thursday, April 18.
New York City, NY|
'Ms. Rachel' Dings Mayor Over $400M Early Childhood Cuts
The children's YouTube star has a little song for Eric Adams: "Parents are really struggling to find affordable, high-quality childcare."
Across America, US|
‘Cicada-Cation’ Planning: When, Where To Go To Hear Trillions Of Bugs
Love ’em or hate ’em — and there are legions on both sides — two broods of periodical cicadas emerging this year make a loud impression.
Shirley-Mastic, NY|
Mastic Man Fired Gun Outside Of His Home: Police
It happened at around 7 p.m.; no one was injured, Suffolk police say.
Mendham-Chester, NJ|
Department Of Defense Picks Mendham Grad For Competitive STEM Programs
College freshman Gabriella Ager is working with scientists at Picatinny Arsenal, and pursuing a STEM career with the Department of Defense.
Palm Desert, CA|
'Creep' Of Baby Tortoises Survives First Winter Sleep At Edwards AFB
The 70 young tortoises released from captivity after The Living Desert Zoo's new "head-start" program are thriving after winter sleep.
Bel Air, MD|
Abandoned Dog Loses Puppies, Rescuers Lead Her To Fresh Start
Volunteers tracked a dumped dog looking for her puppies for more than 2 months and saved her. Where she found her home surprised a rescuer.
Winnetka-Glencoe, IL|
North Shore Police, Schools Warn Against 'Senior Assassin,' 'Paranoia'
Teens in New Trier Township and Lake County communities are being strongly discouraged against taking part in the battle royale-style game.
Lacey, NJ|
Petition Launched To Save Band Director From Lacey Budget Cuts
Another year of budget cuts in the Lacey Township School District have students fighting to keep their favorite educators.
East Meadow, NY|
Man Charged With Hate Crime After Anti-Semitic Graffiti: Nassau DA
"[It's] very concerning for a lot of people," Rabbi Aaron Marsh of the East Meadow Beth-El Jewish Center, told Patch.
Tewksbury, MA|
Tewksbury Select Board Approves YMCA Programming Contract
The YMCA will operate programming out of the recreation center beginning next month.
Danbury, CT|
Large Brewpub And Beer Garden Approved For Danbury's West Side
Elicit Brewing Company will move into the 14,000-square-foot retail space vacated by Barnes & Noble in Danbury last spring.
Algonquin-Lake In The Hills, IL|
New Co-Op Grocery Store Opening Next Month In McHenry County
The co-op grocery store will open May 15 in Woodstock.
Manassas, VA|
Manassas Symphony Orchestra Offers 'Change Of Pace' At Latest Concerts
From a May performance with an acclaimed clarinetist to a synchronized show, the Manassas orchestra is working to engage more listeners.
Lakeland, FL|
Bookstore Crawl Celebrates Lakeland As ‘Book Destination': Organizers
The Lakeland Book Crawl featuring author and reader events, plus shopper discounts, leads up to national Independent Bookstore Day.