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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.
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.
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.
Enfield, CT|
Homeless Man, 59, Charged With Sex Crimes Against Teen: Enfield Police
A man who said he lives in a renovated bus in Middletown was charged with a number of felony crimes, and is being held on a $750,500 bond.
Joliet, IL|
Will Co. Deputy Attacked Near Wilmington During Traffic Stop: Sheriff
Karisa Heelan eventually opened the car door, however, she would not exit, according to Will County Sheriff's spokeswoman Kathy Hoffmeyer.
Concord, NH|
Dog Perishes In Barnstead Manufactured Home Fire: Watch
Firefighters from around Belknap and Merrimack counties assisted with a building fire on South Barnstead Road Tuesday.
North Fork, NY|
Happy Ending For Cat Missing After Funeral On North Fork
On the saddest of days, one North Fork family found themselves searching desperately for their lost cat.
East Hampton, NY|
Heroes In Action At Mass Casualty Incident Drill Involving Train On LI
The realistic drill involving an LIRR train took place in Amagansett and Southampton Sunday.
Darien, IL|
Hinsdale South Principal Leaving For Another Job
He was named the principal of a larger school at the edge of the suburbs.
Temecula, CA|
Temecula Business Strikes Gold Selling Cold-Pressed Macadamia Nut Oil
Gold Crown Farms of Temecula is locally growing and cold-pressing macadamia nut oil from its De Luz farm.
Morristown, NJ|
Bring Cheer To Child Scoliosis Patients At Morristown Medical Center
After the painful and stressful experience of having spinal surgery, a local mom is hoping to make the process more “bear-able” for kids.
Darien, CT|
Work To Widen Great Island Access Road Delayed
Director of Darien Public Works Ed Gentile gave an update on the important project to the Great Island Advisory Committee last week.
Swampscott, MA|
'Aggressive' Swampscott Beach Cleanup Efforts To Be Detailed To Board
Town Administrator Sean Fitzgerald said plans to spend $90 per year in rate increases on King's and Fisherman's will be on the Board agenda.
Patchogue, NY|
Trespassing Incident Sparks Concern Over Crime In Patchogue
Building owner says there's been more criminal activity in in recent years. Mayor Paul Pontieri chalks incidents up to "stupidity."
Bradenton, FL|
Jerk Dog Records Celebrates 10 Years In Bradenton
The record shop, which focuses on punk and garage rock, opened in Bradenton’s Village of the Arts a decade ago.
Newark, NJ|
Newark Nonprofit Forges Bright Futures For Youth With Fire And Glass
GlassRoots, a nonprofit based in Essex County, has been empowering local teens by teaching them a unique skill: the art of blowing glass.
South Brunswick, NJ|
Video Shows Scene Of South Brunswick Crash That Killed 3
A video posted to social media shows what happened in the April 12 car crash on Rt. 1 at Ridge Road, which killed three young adults:
New York City, NY|
Bad NYC 'Vibe' Scares John Hinckley Jr. Off Concert, Organizer Says
The would-be assassin of President Ronald Reagan canceled an upcoming concert in New York City by calling the city a "dangerous mess."
Burr Ridge, IL|
Burr Ridge Limits Public Input, But Still Relatively Generous
The village gives more opportunities than other public bodies to speak during meetings.
Toms River, NJ|
Body Of Missing Island Heights Woman Found: Sources
A paddleboarder found Karen McKenna's body along the shoreline near Good Luck Point in Berkeley Township Tuesday morning, she said.
Pelham, NY|
Julianne’s Playground Plans: District Lawyers Up As Proposal Rejected
Flood mitigation efforts in Pelham grew even more contentious after the village rejected the school board's land swap overture.
Waltham, MA|
4 Questions With Chandreyee Lahiri Ahead Of We Are Waltham Event
The local storytelling event is scheduled for Friday, marking the first show of 2024. Here's what to expect from the series this year.
Frankfort, IL|
Frankfort Arts Association Plans Grand Opening Of New Creative Space
A grand opening is planned for 5 to 7 p.m. on April 30, with a ribbon cutting at 5:30 p.m.
Secaucus, NJ|
These Secaucus Residents Volunteered To Pick Up 70 Pounds Of Trash
There will be a second clean-up this Saturday, April 27 at Mill Creek Point Park. 9-11 a.m.; meet at 300 Millridge Road.
La Grange, IL|
'Ecological' La Grange Parking Lot Planned
The lot will cost a lot more, but it's better for flood control, a trustee said.
Fairfield, CT|
Town Hall Informational Meeting Set To Discuss UI Plans In Fairfield
The utility company is proposing to install tall monopoles to carry high-voltage transmission lines through parts of Fairfield & Bridgeport.
La Grange, IL|
'Stink Of Brainard' In East La Grange: Resident
Village officials were asked about the water that they were planning to send from west to east.