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Bowie, MD|
Between The Bread Deli Shop Offers Signature Sandwiches, Desserts
Between the Bread Cafe celebrated 1 year in Hyattsville this spring. The deli offers 8 signature sandwiches, homemade sides and more.
Joliet, IL|
New Joliet Railroad Museum, Here's How It Looks: Photo Gallery
Joliet Patch is the only news outlet to showcase what the new Joliet Railroad Museum will look like. It opens Friday.
Vernon, CT|
Vicky Nordlund And Room 224: Rockville High School's Writing Legacy
Vicky Nordlund's classroom has defined student creative writing in Connecticut and students don't want to lose that vibe to her retirement.
Marblehead, MA|
Marblehead Becomes Latest MA Town To Reject State Zoning Law Mandate
The vote on a plan to comply with multi-family zoning requirements for MBTA communities or risk state grant funding failed 410 to 377.
Stamford, CT|
Stamford Police Department Unveils New Academy, Swears In 9 Recruits
The academy will offer Police Officer Standards and Training classes for groups of up to 30 recruit officers.
Hinsdale-Clarendon Hills, IL|
Hinsdale Won't Revoke Car Wash Permit: Official
The village paid for crash-tested barriers to protect pedestrians, the village president said.
Concord, NH|
Manchester Men Arrested On Concord Kidnapping, Robbery Charges
John Donnell and Luke McClintick face charges after the Loudon Road Gully Hill Shell gas station was robbed and a clerk kidnapped April 9.
Joliet, IL|
Bill Murray, Veecks To Make Joliet Slammers Summer's Hottest Ticket
Friday marks the first home game for the Joliet Slammers independent baseball team under new owners Murray, Mike Veeck and son Night Train.
Northridge-Chatsworth, CA|
Passersby Help Trucker Trapped Explosive Big Rig Crash
A truck loaded with meat erupted in flames. The crash shut down several lanes of the 5 Freeway Wednesday.
Darien, CT|
Darien Selectmen Split On Revising Town's Flag Policy
Two selectmen want to broaden the town's flag policy, which was implemented in November 2022.
Belleville-Nutley, NJ|
Picket Line, 'Thank You Parade' At Belleville Hospital On Nurses Week
National Nurses Week was celebrated in two very different ways this year at Clara Maass: an “appreciation parade” and a labor protest.
Farmingdale, NY|
'True, Endless Love': LI Mom Remembers Son, Girlfriend Killed In Crash
Sam Cullen was preparing to propose to Suzie Kedar in less than a month. "She was his queen," said Shari, Sam's mother, about Suzie.
Across Connecticut, CT|
CT Celebrates Mother's Day Weekend With Festivities Galore
From brunches to tea parties, spas to pool hall paint classes, Connecticut offers something for every mom this weekend — including yours.
Queens, NY|
Queens H Mart Food Hall Opens This Week
Korean corn dogs, street food, bubble tea and more — here's what to expect from vendors in the Asian grocery's Long Island City outpost.
Beverly, MA|
Beverly High Students Stand Up For Lights, Stands At Turf Field
Several student-athletes and band members spoke with passion in favor of the $1 million proposal ahead of the City Council's fund approval.
Brentwood-Central Islip, NY|
Bomb Threat At Central Islip Target Prompts Police Search
Police responded to a "threatening call" at the Central Islip Target on Tuesday night.
Laguna Beach, CA|
Laguna Dance Festival Receives $5K Grant From FOA Foundation
The new funds will go toward furthering the Laguna Dance Festival's mission of providing dance performances and education to young artists.
Hillsborough, NJ|
Somerset Mom Pleads For Justice After Toddler Drowns In Pool
After authorities declined to charge her daughter's babysitter, Nilda Sanchez spoke with Patch to share her story.
Deerfield, IL|
Deerfield Players Shine At 2024 Chicagoland Jewish Basketball Showcase
The game featured players from Deerfield and Rochelle Zell, among other local schools.
Toms River, NJ|
'Toms River Told Us They Were Closing The Shelter,' Singer Says
Mayor Dan Rodrick has denied the Toms River Animal Shelter is closing, but the county Board of Health says that's why they OK'd lease talks.
Hillsborough, NJ|
Cemetery Dating Back To 1800s Restored By Hillsborough Eagle Scout
17-year-old Alex Jaakobs is breathing new life into the Mill Lane Cemetery in Neshanic as part of his Eagle Scout project.
Westborough, MA|
New Westborough Food Truck Simmer & Spice Marks Leap For Home Cook
After debuting in March, the Simmer & Spice food truck will appear across the region offering soups, smash burgers and more.
Mokena, IL|
Teen Driver To Be Cited After 5-Car Crash In Mokena: Police
The accident happened Tuesday afternoon at LaGrange and LaPorte roads in Mokena.
Huntington, NY|
Huntington HS Talent Show To Benefit LI Cancer Charity
The show will benefit Rachel's Dance For The Cure as it raises money for families at SBU Hospital paying for their children's treatments.
Farmington-Farmington Hills, MI|
This New Oakland County Wedding Planner Says She Can Save You Money
A new wedding planning consultancy in Farmington Hills is looking to help couples tie the knot without a daunting price tag.
Worcester, MA|
Worcester Rental Registry Changes Proposed By City Council
Will Worcester change a nearly two-year-old rental law? The issue has been sent back to the city manager.
Belleville-Nutley, NJ|
NJ Appoints State Monitor In Nutley Schools Amid Financial Woes
UPDATED: New Jersey is taking over the financial reins from Nutley as the school district continues to grapple with severe budget issues.
Babylon Village, NY|
LIRR's Babylon To Montauk Line Slated For Nighttime Closure
The Long Island Rail Road will be performing track maintenance from Babylon to Montauk through May 10.
Western Springs, IL|
Noise An Issue With LTHS South Campus Plan
The school changed its plan in response to neighbors' concerns. The village said it'll make sure the school follows noise rules.
Skokie, IL|
The Hijab Vault Now Open In Skokie, 2nd Location For Unique Boutique
After expanding its original location, the hijab-only store now offers distinctive styles and personalized advice to shoppers in Skokie.
Milford, MA|
Milford To Demolish Big Beaver Dam In Medway To Stop Flooding
Beavers in Medway have caused flooding in Milford, forcing officials to navigate legal and aquatic rodent-related hurdles.
Half Hollow Hills, NY|
Melville Horror Book Author Pivots; To Release 1st Romantic Thriller
The novel will follow an antihero fashion executive who journeys through Manhattan to find a mysterious woman he snapped a photograph of.
Babylon Village, NY|
Babylon's Hilarious New Commercial About Littering Is Worth Watching
The Town of Babylon created a hilarious commercial to spread awareness about litter prevention.
Darien, IL|
Hinsdale South Students Upset With Board On Lunch Issue
A student reporter criticized the board, a message spread by a South social studies teacher.
Ardmore-Merion-Wynnewood, PA|
Trillium Florist: Patch Business Profile
Local businesses are the lifeblood of America, providing employment for locals and a slew of services, good, and more to area residents.
Oak Forest, IL|
Woman, 83, Dies After Single-Vehicle Crash In Oak Forest: Police
The crash happened Tuesday afternoon near 156th and Oak Park Avenue, Oak Forest Police said.
Sudbury, MA|
Sudbury Approves MBTA Communities Zoning Changes: Town Meeting 2024
Sudbury joins a growing list of MBTA-adjacent communities falling into line with a new state law, although some have voted against.
Elmhurst, IL|
Decision To Tear Down Elmhurst House Explained
Neighbors oppose tearing down the nearly century-old house. One said the city is at a "tipping point."
Grayslake, IL|
Officials Mum On Autopsy Details For Dad Killed In Dragging Death
Funds are being raised to help pay for expenses for the 31-year-old Gurnee man's family following the tragic incident last month.
Crystal Lake-Cary, IL|
No Driving For Cary Man Who Dragged Officer With Car: Officials
The officer who was dragged by the car of a 21-year-old Cary man suffered bruises and possible injuries to his elbows, according to officals