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La Grange, IL|
LTHS: Too Many Projects, Not Enough Money
Officials recommended what to cut from the school's building plans. A board member said he was disappointed.
Lake Forest-Lake Bluff, IL|
Lake Forest School Board Creates New Vacancy While Filling Vacant Seat
As its board president heads to District 115, District 67 now has two vacant school board seats.
Marblehead, MA|
Marblehead Gas Leaf Blower Ban Expansion Blocked At Town Meeting
Town meeting members voted to indefinitely suspend articles that would have made a summer ban year-round and increased fines.
South Brunswick, NJ|
67 Jobs Cut As South Brunswick District Adopts 2024-25 School Budget
The cuts include 40 teaching positions. School programming has also been impacted.
Levittown, NY|
WATCH: Former LI Comic Has 'Dream' Job Writing Wacky Packages Jokes
David Brody appeared with an improv group at Governor's Comedy Club numerous times.
Ashburn, VA|
11-Year-Old Cancer Survivor From Loudoun Inspires Benefit Concert
A family was inspired to continue working toward a cure due to their 11-year-old's battle with leukemia.
Berkeley, NJ|
New Vote Held On Tallwoods Way Variance In Berkeley
The zoning board had an "ineligible vote" at its April meeting on the subdivision of a Tallwoods Way property, so a new vote was held.
Belleville-Nutley, NJ|
Campaign Flyer In Belleville Ignites Controversy As Election Day Nears
In New Jersey, a candidate’s stance on property taxes – or where voters think they stand on taxes – can make or break a political campaign.
Brooklyn, NY|
Bay Ridge Boxer Sebastian Mazeneth Scores KO Victory In Greenland
Sebastian Mazeneth, 21, won in his international debut on May 4.
Wethersfield, CT|
Beloved Diner In Wethersfield Set For Demolition
The Wethersfield zoning board approved a permit for the site owners to demolish the 1952-era eatery to make way for a mixed-use building.
Hinsdale-Clarendon Hills, IL|
Should Hinsdale Do Away With Bridge?
An official raised the possibility, saying few residents use it. He said the village should find out what residents think.
Mid Hudson Valley, NY|
Strawberry Season Nears At Historic Rose Hill Farm
Founded in Dutchess County in 1798, it thrives on a combination of tradition and innovation.
Elmhurst, IL|
Elmhurst D205, Union Clashed Over Religious Holidays
The district settled with a union over denials of religious leave requests.
Hinsdale-Clarendon Hills, IL|
Hinsdale Interim Chief Says Why He's Leaving
His fire department position was eliminated while he was serving temporarily in the top job.
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.