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Hinsdale-Clarendon Hills, IL|
A Lot Of Turnover? Hinsdale D86 Thinks So
The district acknowledged recent high-profile resignations are having an impact.
North Fork, NY|
Southold Town Board Sets Public Hearing On Proposed Hotel Moratorium
The public hearing on the proposed moratorium on new hotel development in Southold is slated for June 18.
Joliet, IL|
The Cellar Is For Sale: 'A Rare And Enticing Investment Opportunity'
The owner's proactive approach ensured meticulous compliance with all necessary paperwork, securing grandfathered status, the listing reads.
Brentwood-Central Islip, NY|
Threats Against Islip Schools Trigger Safety Measures: PD
Threats made against Islip Union Free School District have sparked enhanced safety measures and an investigation by Suffolk County Police.
Concord, NH|
Woman, Formerly Of Concord, Manchester Men Face Kidnapping Charges
Scott Frost, Ashley Zachary, and David Hanson are accused of assaulting and holding a woman against her will inside a Manchester apartment.
Fairfield, CT|
Guilty Of Larceny: Scott Bartlett's Other Crime
The former Fairfield DPW superintendent, who is serving prison time in the fill pile case, was also convicted of another crime last year.
Hinsdale-Clarendon Hills, IL|
Hinsdale D86 May Miss Deadline To Pick Officers
The board is supposed to elect its officers by the end of April. The reorganization is not on Thursday's meeting agenda.
Channahon-Minooka, IL|
Surgical Sutures Needed To Close Bloody Gash In Wilmington: Complaint
Sterling Seiber, 33, of Coal City, was booked into the Will County Jail on Tuesday in connection with last week's violence in Wilmington.
La Grange, IL|
10 Vie For Open Lyons Township High Board Seat
All but one of the applicants come from outside La Grange and La Grange Park.
Westhampton-Hampton Bays, NY|
Vehicle Dropping Off Dozens In Hampton Bays Sparks Concerns
Residents have turned to social media with concerns about why so many people were disembarking a bus on the East End.
Montclair, NJ|
Corporate Taxes And Public Transportation: Debate Rages In New Jersey
Should New Jersey raise taxes on the state’s wealthiest corporations to fund NJ Transit? Here’s the latest on this hot-button debate.
New York City, NY|
Mayor Pitches Tent Conspiracy Theory Over NYC Campus Protest Camps
"There’s a well-concerted organizing effort," Adams said of the protester tents. But here's the real common denominator: they're cheap.
Temecula, CA|
Temecula Deputies Search Paloma Del Sol On Alleged Kidnapping Report
A Riverside County Sheriff's Department circled the south Temecula neighborhoods of Paloma Del Sol and Paseo Del Sol Wednesday morning.
Joliet, IL|
Woman On May Street Choked To Point She Can't Breathe: Joliet Police
Joliet police arrested Marvin Gaye Dorsey, charging him with six crimes, including aggravated domestic battery and unlawful restraint.
Hoboken, NJ|
Business On Hoboken's Washington Street To Close, 'Hope' Says Goodbye
After pivoting during the pandemic, a female business owner and (very modest) artist is saying goodbye to longtime customers in Hoboken.
Woodbridge, NJ|
Woodbridge Single Mother Hit, Killed By Car Outside Wegmans
A local man will be sentenced in June for hitting and killing a Fords woman as she walked home from the Woodbridge Wegmans last summer:
Temecula, CA|
CultureFest 2024 Returns To Temecula: What To Know, Why You Should Go
On May 18, head to Old Town for food, crafts, performances, and displays from the many cultures that make up the tapestry that is Temecula.
Across Massachusetts, MA|
Will These MA Locals Hear Their Names Called In The NFL Draft?
From title game heroes to FCS legends, these seven draft-eligible players with ties to Massachusetts hope to land on an NFL roster.
Highland Park, IL|
Highland Park Police Get Firearm Restraining Order Against Local Man
The man who posted images of guns and would "get my revenge on the North Shore" has voluntarily sought assistance, city officials said.
Simsbury, CT|
Large Childcare Facility Approved In Simsbury
The Simsbury Zoning Commission has approved a site plan application for a new childcare operation on Hopmeadow Street.
Peabody, MA|
Peabody Completes Long Road To 'Green' Community Status
Peabody is now eligible for an additional $271,530 in state grant funding through the designation.
Ashburn, VA|
Paris Baguette Sees Long Lines On Opening Day In Loudoun County
French-inspired South Korean bakery Paris Baguette is having a busy first day in the Brambleton neighborhood.
Newark, NJ|
NJ Groups Accuse Rutgers Of Allowing 'Anti-Palestine Bigotry'
Tensions over the Israel-Hamas war continue to rise in Newark, where Rutgers is now facing two separate probes involving discrimination.
Burr Ridge, IL|
Tear Down This Fence, Burr Ridge Family Told
The family, who did not seek a permit, asked for relief. The mayor's compromise won the day.
Salem, MA|
'Unsustainable': Salem Class Sizes, Prep Time Focus Of Negotiations
The School Committee issued a statement saying tentative agreements were reached on curriculum changes and school supplies.
Foxborough, MA|
Mock Draft Roulette: What The Patriots Could Do By Trading Back?
The Patriots own the third overall pick in Thursday's draft, but who could they bring into Foxborough if they trade back from three?
Hatboro-Horsham, PA|
Hatboro-Horsham High School Projects Approved
The Hatboro-Horsham School Board awarded several bids for the high school and middle school at its recent meeting. Find out what below.
Sudbury, MA|
Sudbury Clover Food Lab Kiosk Remains After Bankruptcy Filing
Clover Food Lab, a local fast-casual vegetarian restaurant chain, filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy in November and emerged this week.
Fairfax City, VA|
Z!EATS Fast-Casual Franchise Coming To Scout On The Circle In Fairfax
Work is underway to prepare a vacant storefront at Scout on the Circle for Z!EATS, a restaurant serving fast-casual food fans.
Nyack-Piermont, NY|
Discussion To Continue On Controversial Piermont Apartments Proposal
The hearing before the Planning Board was continued to May 13.
Southampton, NY|
Rare Bird Seen At LI Woman's Feeder Appears To Have Flown The Coop
"We are kind of sad about it, but if he has moved on to head home, we are happy and hope he arrives safely in time for breeding season!"
Troy, MI|
New Burlington Store Coming To Troy
The national retailer offers a selection of in-season, fashion-focused merchandise at up to 60 percent off other retailers’ prices.
Hatboro-Horsham, PA|
Unruly Juvenile Conduct 'Hot Topic' In Hatboro: Police Chief
"Is this Hatboro?" one Facebook poster said. "The last time I checked, this wasn't South Philly" about groups on bikes bothering residents.
Burr Ridge, IL|
Burr Ridge Project To Stop Flooding: Village
Besides Burr Ridge, the water comes in from towns such as Darien.
Worcester, MA|
Many MA Drivers Pay Tolls, So Shouldn't NH, RI Drivers? Take Our Poll
Gov. Maura Healey is rebuking an idea to toll drivers from border states. But are Mass Pike drivers being held to a different standard?
St. Pete, FL|
St. Pete City Hall Exorcism Targets FL’s Anti-LGBTQ+ Laws, Politicians
The Tampa Bay Sisters of Perpetual Indulgence will hold an exorcism of Florida at St. Pete City Hall Sunday in reaction to state politics.
Babylon Village, NY|
Beloved Babylon Firefighter Mourned After Sudden Death
"He was a good friend and fellow fire fighter and will be missed." - West Babylon Fire Department Chief Steve Kamalic.
Crystal Lake-Cary, IL|
Child, 10, Captures Abuse At Unlicensed Daycare On Camera: Court Docs
A sex offender at the Crystal Lake home daycare run by his grandma may have helped care for children, according to court documents.
Elmhurst, IL|
Ex-Villa Park D45 Leader Investigated: Records
He is getting a raise, despite a demotion. He is on leave until his retirement.
Madison, NJ|
Dave Portnoy Stops At Madison Restaurant For Pizza Review, GM Says
The chef and general manager at Krust Kitchen told Patch he didn't recognize the famous customer at first when he stopped by on Sunday.