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Basking Ridge, NJ|
New Pastry & Bubble Tea Shop, The Stone Bean, Opens In Basking Ridge
Husband and wife duo Ray and Nicole Stone will be hosting a grand opening on Saturday at their second location.
Morristown, NJ|
Helping NJ Veterans: Morris Teen's Project Draws Community Support
A local teen wanted to fill a Willys Jeep with donations for NJ veterans. The community helped him get several Jeep-loads for a VA Hospital.
Vernon, CT|
PURA Chair: Eversource Rate Vote 'Does Not Strike Required Balance'
An Eversource electricity rate increase decision by state regulators has left many with more questions, including the utility itself.
Evanston, IL|
Ryan Field Lawsuit: Judge Tosses 3 Of 4 Counts Of Neighbors' Complaint
A judge found the City Council followed its own rules when approving Northwestern's plan for stadium concerts, though it did not have to.
Lacey, NJ|
Ocean County Hidden Gems: Eno's Pond County Park
At the end of Lacey Road you'll find this beautiful haven for waterfowl, with swans, ducks, herons and if you're lucky, an osprey.
Hillsborough, NJ|
Being On NBC's Password Was A Dream Come True For Hillsborough Teacher
Branchburg resident and Hillsborough High School English teacher Thomas Kida appeared in the recent episode of NBC's gameshow "Password."
Bellmore, NY|
Fire-Damaged Newbridge Inn Will Repair, Reopen Within 3 Months: Owner
Owner Gary Francke said it's "overwhelming" having an outpouring of support from the community for the North Bellmore restaurant.
Oswego, IL|
Strangling Leads To Aggravated Battery Charges For Oswego Man: Sheriff
Kendall County Sheriff's deputies allege the man strangled a victim in a domestic incident in Oswego Township.
Newark, NJ|
Red The Dog Finally Adopted: Hard-Luck Pooch Captured Hearts In NJ
“I want the dog on TV,” many potential adopters told rescuers. But eventually, this “good boi” from Newark met his match.
Hinsdale-Clarendon Hills, IL|
Clarendon Hills Buys $1.4M Downtown Property
Neighbors expressed concerns, saying the village's plan to buy the site surprised them.
Norristown, PA|
Montgomery County Library In Norristown To Be Rebuilt
A new county library is coming to Norristown. Architects want public feedback.
Swampscott, MA|
'Path Foward': Swampscott Hawthorne Forum Follows Rocky Library Reveal
The May 16 public forum will solicit feedback on the project and the proposal for a new library at the oceanfront location.
Lower Providence, PA|
'Not A Homeless Shelter': Nonprofit Defends Eagleville Hospital Plan
A public smear campaign has given residents the false idea that the facility would house sexual offenders or "migrants," the nonprofit said.
Montgomeryville-Lansdale, PA|
Parents Outraged After Unprovoked North Penn Middle School Attack
The seventh grade victim was slugged from behind, unprovoked, with the Stanley cup, police said. Parents say they warned the district.
Port Washington, NY|
Fire In Garbage Transfer Station In Roslyn Was 2nd This Week
This one was on West Shore Road.
Islip, NY|
'Wind Phones' To Help Those Who've Lost Loved Ones To Opioids
"The wind phone will serve as a special connection between us and our loved ones who are no longer on this earth."- Carole Trottere.
Frankfort, IL|
Little Moments Inspire Big Dream, 'Labor Of Love' For Frankfort Native
Angela Jensen recently embraced a passion and chased a new dream, opening her florist and gift shop Moment In Time in downtown Frankfort.
Del Ray, VA|
2 Commercial Properties In Alexandria's Del Ray Up For Sale
Two buildings in Del Ray are for sale, including one that had been proposed for redevelopment by Bonaventure.
Marlborough, MA|
Housing Possible In Marlborough On Planned Physik Instrumente HQ Site
The Marlborough City Council will explore new zoning for an area of Lizotte Drive at a public hearing Monday.
East Haven, CT|
Update: Animal Control Officers Rescue Duckling(s) From Sewer Drain
A mama duck crossing Hemingway Ave. had a trail of ducklings behind her when 2 fell into a sewer grate, at first 1 was saved later the other
Parsippany, NJ|
NJ Man Called Child 'Jailbait' And Arranged Meeting For Sex: Officials
Police noticed a box of condoms on the floor of the man's car when they arrested him at a Morris County Walmart, documents show.
Across America, US|
How Early Is Too Early For Noisy Power Tools On Weekends? [Block Talk]
When close neighbors start their circular saws and drills and begin pounding hammers at daybreak, do you fume or admire their ambition?
Arlington, VA|
'1666: A Novel' Author To Speak In Arlington About Patawomeck Tribe
Author Lora Chilton will be discussing '1666: A Novel' and the oral history the Patawomeck people at Busboys & Poets in Arlington.
Worcester, MA|
Developer Seeks Larger Table Talk Pies Apartment Project
Plans to use the former Table Talk Pies store building at 153 Green St. for apartments have been in the works for about a year.
Beverly-MtGreenwood, IL|
Vinyl Comes Alive Saturday At Beverly Records For Record Store Day
The South Side's renowned Beverly Records celebrates Record Store Day, April 20, with select RSD titles and live music in the parking lot.
Petaluma, CA|
Thompson Names Micheli As Sonoma County's Climate Crisis Champion
Dr. Lisa Micheli, former president & CEO of Pepperwood Foundation, is a "dedicated mentor shaping the next generation of climate leaders."
Concord, NH|
Crashes Keep Concord Police And Firefighters Busy; 2 Sent To Hospital
2 crashes involving pickup trucks within minutes of each other were reported downtown and in the city’s South End neighborhood Thursday.
Channahon-Minooka, IL|
Top Fuel Saloon Calls Braidwood Police: Kentucky Man Faces 7 Charges
David Frencl of Kentucky dragged a woman out of the Top Fuel Saloon in Braidwood and tried to run over a bar employee, prosecutors say.
Temecula, CA|
Plans Approved For Prime Spot At Rancho California, Ynez Roads
During Wednesday night's Temecula Planning Commission meeting, commissioners voted 4-0 to approve a resolution for the project.
Naperville, IL|
Student 1st Senior Girl Scout To Earn Gold Award At ICN
The squirrel nest boxes that Esra Agun built for the award-winning project are already helping shelter squirrels at Willowbrook Wildlife.
Palm Desert, CA|
Coachella Cough: How Concertgoers Can Avoid The Festival Flu
After an air quality alert over the first weekend of the Coachella Music & Arts Festival, experts offer some advice on avoiding the illness.
Across America, US|
‘Greyhound Bus’ Of Airlines: Is Budget Carrier Worth It? [Flightmares]
“I’m fine with no frills and willing to ‘not’ pay for them,” one reader said. Others are glad they can afford to fly on major airlines.
Fredericksburg, VA|
Resilience Of Virginia's Patawomeck People Focus Of '1666: A Novel'
Author Lora Chilton will be discussing her novel at Saturday's 1666 Commemorative Day event in Fredericksburg.
Beverly, MA|
Communication Failure Blamed For Beverly Library Funding Denial
City Councilor Scott Houseman said Mayor Mike Cahill needed to be more transparent with the Council on the ballooning renovation costs.
Stamford, CT|
Stamford Finance Board Makes Budget Cuts, Board Of Reps Up Next
The Stamford Board of Finance went through the proposed budget and made several cuts on April 16.
Southampton, NY|
2-Car Crash Slows Traffic On County Road 39 Thursday: Fire Officials
The road has reopened, officials say.
Caldwells, NJ|
Rent Control In Caldwell: Board Debates Changes For Tenants, Landlords
Borough officials in Caldwell are taking another look at the town’s decades-old rent control law. Here’s the latest update.
Portsmouth, RI|
Portsmouth Student Competing In National Poetry Contest In D.C.
Representing the Ocean State is Jennifer Shon, who won the Rhode Island Poetry Out Loud State Championship.
Norwalk, CT|
The Pompano Seafood Restaurant Opens In South Norwalk
The new restaurant brings market-fresh seafood, creative cocktails and a rooftop gathering place to the South Norwalk dining scene.
San Ramon, CA|
San Ramon Students Place First At Destination Imagination Tournament
A group of students is headed to the global tournaments after placing first in regional and states for the project-based competition.