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Greenwich, CT|
'Real Housewives' Stars Dine At Popular Greenwich Eatery
The restaurant has become a hot spot for celebrity stop-ins since it opened last July.
Richard Kaufman, Patch Staff
Weston-Redding-Easton, CT|
Future Leaders: FBLA Vice President Is 'Driven, Hardworking'
Patch and T-Mobile are teaming up to celebrate future leaders in Connecticut.
RJ Scofield, Patch Staff
Across California, CA|
Patch Parents: Best Things To Do With Kids In April In California
Spring is in full swing in California! Here are some of the best things to do with kids in April.
Kristina Houck, Patch Staff
Philadelphia, PA|
Here's What To Expect At Citizens Bank Park In 2025
Plus, a mini review of the new food and drink offerings fans will find at The Bank as the Phillies vie for another winning season.
Max Bennett, Patch Staff
Skokie, IL|
'Highly Questionable': Advocacy Center Criticizes Ethics Investigation
A non-partisan non-profit criticized a recent postponement of a hearing to determine an ethics complaint against a Skokie candidate.
Rachel Barnes, Patch Staff
Doylestown, PA|
Fitzpatrick Shatters 1st Quarter Fundraising Record In PA-01
Bucks County Congressman reports more than $5 million cash-on-hand, setting a new PA First District campaign record.
Jeff Werner, Patch Staff
Skokie, IL|
Incorrect Ballots Sent To Skokie Residents Ahead Of Election
Some voters in Skokie may have to recast their ballots due to incorrect information that caused voters to be assigned to the wrong district.
Rachel Barnes, Patch Staff
West Islip, NY|
Fire Destroys 2 Homes On LI: Police
Firefighters battled a blaze that ravaged 2 Long Island homes on Friday, according to Suffolk County police.
Jade Eckardt, Patch Staff
Palos Verdes, CA|
Body Found On Beach In Palos Verdes Estates
The Palos Verdes Estates Police Department is investigating the death of a person whose body was discovered Friday.
Paige Austin, Patch Staff
Madison, CT|
Future Leaders: Part-Time Social Worker Hired By Madison Police
Patch and T-Mobile are teaming up to celebrate future leaders in Connecticut.
Alfred Branch, Patch Staff
Vernon, CT|
Cornerstone's 10th Free Prom Boutique Opens With Some Happy Students
Cornerstone in Vernon is again offering prom attire and accessories free to area students, regardless of income status.
Chris Dehnel, Patch Staff
Across America, US|
Don’t Hide From Chatty Neighbors, But You Can Deter Them [Block Talk]
If the neighbor intends to spread gossip, that’s a different story. Shut that stuff down from the start by saying you’re not interested.
Beth Dalbey, Patch Staff
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Oceanside-Camp Pendleton, CA|
Oceanside Skate Park Reopens After Nearly $500K Renovation
The John Landes Skate Park has reopened following an extensive redesign, the city of Oceanside announced this week.
Ashley Ludwig, Patch Staff
Fredericksburg, VA|
Fredericksburg Student Enjoys Making Community Better: Future Leaders
Patch is highlighting the young people who are having a positive impact on their schools and the greater Fredericksburg community.
Michael O'Connell, Patch Staff
Encinitas, CA|
Encinitas Humanitarian, Body Surfing Star Dies At 60
Mark Drewelow, a longtime Encinitas resident, died March 1. His paddle/swim out is planned for Saturday morning.
Ashley Ludwig, Patch Staff
Joliet, IL|
Louis Mall Security Helps Joliet Police Arrest Thief: Landeros
Officers learned that Jennifer Ross had a reason she was not providing her true identity, Joliet police spokesman Tizoc Landeros said.
John Ferak, Patch Staff
Hinsdale-Clarendon Hills, IL|
Don't Cut Hinsdale Central Band Teacher's Hours, Board Urged
Students pleaded with officials to keep the teacher full time. "She is the sole reason many of us have stayed in band," a student said.
David Giuliani, Patch Staff
Central Park, NY|
This Upper East Side Grandmother Is Walking Every Block In Manhattan
Marilyn Menick, 76, has been making her way through the borough since 2023, and this weekend, 275 people will join her.
Miranda Levingston, Patch Staff
Odenton-Severn, MD|
Dunkin’ Opens In Gambrills, Reopens Remodeled Annapolis Coffee Shop
A former Merchant Marine opened a new Dunkin’ in Gambrills. He also remodeled and reopened a location in downtown Annapolis.
Jacob Baumgart, Patch Staff
Newtown, CT|
Newtown Teen Finds Purpose Volunteering At Animal Sanctuary
Ava Lombardo, 16, helps lead events and outreach at Catherine Violet Hubbard Animal Sanctuary in Newtown.
Rich Kirby, Patch Staff
Joliet, IL|
The Pancake House 'Coming Soon' To Joliet's West Jefferson Street
Joshua McClusky, communications director for State Rep. Larry Walsh Jr., said they are thrilled to add The Pancake House to Twin Plaza.
John Ferak, Patch Staff
Hoboken, NJ|
Social Security Office Closed In Hoboken: Here's What To Do
Hoboken's Social Security office has closed for renovations. Here's a timeline and where to go for help.
Caren Lissner, Patch Staff
Brookfield, CT|
Brookfield Student Brings Focus And Resilience To Youth Commission
Someone tossed Evan Lucas, 17, into the deep end of the leadership pool on the Brookfield Youth Commission. He's a strong swimmer…
Rich Kirby, Patch Staff
Manchester, NJ|
Manchester High School Alum Joins US Space Force
Ryan Sogness, Manchester Class of 2020, was in the Air Force Junior ROTC in high school. He is now a U.S. Space Force commissioned officer.
Karen Wall, Patch Staff
Joliet, IL|
Long Time Joliet Criminal Throws Loaded Gun From Car: Police
The video showed Erik Hernandez make a throwing motion with his arm towards the passenger side window, Joliet police advised.
John Ferak, Patch Staff
Ocean City, NJ|
Revaluation Ahead For Ocean City Homeowners
The average Ocean City home is assessed at $645,000. Its market value is likely double that. An upcoming revaluation will change that.
Veronica Flesher, Patch Staff
Bay Shore, NY|
New Halal Restaurant Opening On Long Island
Shah's Halal Food is opening a new location on Long Island later this year.
Jade Eckardt, Patch Staff
McLean, VA|
'Despite Great Attacks' Fairfax Schools Supports Trans Students, Staff
Members of FCPS Pride demonstrate in support of Fairfax County School Board's Transgender Day of Visibility proclamation on Thursday.
Michael O'Connell, Patch Staff
Newport, RI|
See Newport's Summer Electric Rates Compared To RI Energy
Most participants in Newport’s program use “Newport Standard” which provides more renewable energy than RI Energy’s Last Resort Service.
Jimmy Bentley, Patch Staff
Hinsdale-Clarendon Hills, IL|
Hinsdale D86 Letting Go DEI Official
It is unclear whether the board plans to keep the position in light of Washington politics.
David Giuliani, Patch Staff
Peabody, MA|
'We Were A Leader In This': Peabody To Enact School Bus Camera System
Peabody City Council approves new option to cite drivers who illegally pass stopped school buses on camera evidence.
Scott Souza, Patch Staff
Bloomfield, NJ|
‘Transgender Day of Visibility’ In Bloomfield Backed By Council
Bloomfield officials are supporting a local “Transgender Day of Visibility” that will take place in the township on March 31.
Eric Kiefer, Patch Staff
Westfield, NJ|
Italian Restaurant Cafe Isola To Expand To Open In Westfield
The well-known restaurant in LBI is coming to Westfield to offer a mozzarella bar, fresh pasta made on site, and all locally sourced food.
Alexis Tarrazi, Patch Staff
Cherry Hill, NJ|
Cherry Hill's Springdale Farm Withstands The Test Of Time
How has Cherry Hill's last commercial farm survived? Stubbornness, according to a member of the farm that just began its 76th season.
Josh Bakan, Patch Staff
Anne Arundel, MD|
Anne Arundel County Curbside Collection Day Changes For 6K Households
Trash and recycling day is changing for 6,000 Anne Arundel County households. Do you have a new pick-up day?
Jacob Baumgart, Patch Staff
Burke, VA|
Burke Resident's Photography Book Explores Berlin's Graffiti
A Burke resident has self-published a book to capture the prevalence of graffiti, particularly after the 1989 fall of the Berlin Wall.
Emily Leayman, Patch Staff
Lower Gwynedd-Ambler-Whitpain, PA|
Can You Spell Umbelliferous? Montco 6th Grader Headed To National Bee
After 18 grueling rounds, the local 6th grader won big with the word, which means "relating to the carrot family."
Justin Heinze, Patch Staff
La Grange, IL|
La Grange Dispute Created Parking Confusion
Signs posted by the village and property owner contradicted each other. They have settled their dispute.
David Giuliani, Patch Staff
Orland Park, IL|
Merger, More Concerns Linger As Fire District Cancels Meeting
The Orland Fire Protection District Board of Trustees canceled its March 25 meeting just hours before it was to take place.
Lauren Traut, Patch Staff
Pottstown, PA|
Pottstown Homeless Shelter Gets 'Critical' Land Approval
The Pottstown. Beacon of Hope has received approval for its land development application.
Justin Heinze, Patch Staff
