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Fredericksburg, VA|
Fairfax Filmmaker Featured In May 2-5 Fredericksburg Film Festival
Joe Carabeo's short movie Kira Vs Everyone is one of the 33 films being screened as part of the Fredericksburg Film Festival.
Joliet, IL|
'Mouthwatering Tacos' For Joliet: Taco Pros Seeks City Council's OK
The Joliet City Council will vote at Tuesday's meeting whether to approve a special use permit so Taco Pros can build a drive-thru window.
Brentwood-Central Islip, NY|
Islip Firefighters Rescue 2 Trapped In Southern State Car Wreck
Islip Fire Department rescued two people trapped in a vehicle that crashed on the Southern State Parkway.
Farmingdale, NY|
Farmingdale's The Nutty Irishman Recovery Room Adds More Baked Goods
The Nutty Irishman is hoping to give Farmingdale more of what it wants: baked goods. Chef Kristina Grimes called it her "perfect scenario."
Danbury, CT|
Danbury Community Meetup Group Flourishes Amidst Loneliness Epidemic
A Danbury meet-up group for 20-and-30 somethings is undergoing a Renaissance, and one mother of three is to thank for the turnaround.
Wilmette-Kenilworth, IL|
Wilmette Awards Contract For Implementation Of Bike, Pedestrian Plan
The village board last week approved a $29,000 contract with the same engineering firm that developed its active transportation master plan.
Babylon Village, NY|
2 LI Spas Closed After Sex Acts Performed On Clients: Town Officials
2 Long Island massage parlors were closed after town officials were told employees performed sex acts for paying customers, the town says.
Hinsdale-Clarendon Hills, IL|
Hinsdale's 'Epitome Of Luxury'? Really?
This street represents the "highest ideals of prestige and privilege," according to a survey.
Fairfax City, VA|
Fairfax City Elementary School Principal To Lead Katherine Johnson MS
Officials from Fairfax County and the City of Fairfax school systems announced the hiring of a new principal for the city's middle school.
Manchester, NJ|
Superintendent Tried To Force Me To Retire: Manchester Principal
Whiting Principal Evelyn Swift alleges in a lawsuit Superintendent John Berenato harassed her repeatedly based on her age, gender and race.
Manchester, NJ|
Teachers Union Urges Suspension For Manchester Superintendent
The Manchester Township Board of Education is holding a special meeting Tuesday to discuss the superintendent's contract.
St. Pete, FL|
Tampa Bay Author’s Cookbook Offers Veggie Versions Of FL Favorites
“The Florida Vegetarian Cookbook” by Dalia Colón was released by the University Press of Florida at the end of March.
Joliet, IL|
$1.2 Million: Joliet's 'Sprawling Contemporary Masterpiece' For Sale
"Every moment spent in this sanctuary is a testament to the art of gracious living," proclaims Adam Stary of The Stary Group.
Yardley, PA|
Harvest Day Now Has September Date In Yardley
The annual borough event was wiped out by Tropical Storm Ophelia in Yardley last year.
Palm Desert, CA|
B-52s Icon Puts Glamping Campground On Market In SoCal
"Roam" if you want to, and grab your "Legal Tender" to see what $452,000 buys you near Joshua Tree: A bit of B-52s rock and roll history.
Middletown, NJ|
CAPS Awaits Approval To Open In Middletown, Amid Bombshell Report
Middletown has not approved CAPS' request to open a charter school at Mater Dei, as the Star Ledger investigates high salaries at CAPS:
Walnut Creek, CA|
Watch: 'Future Of Walnut Creek' Focus Of Leadership Forum
See Walnut Creek City Mangar Dan Buckshi, Mayor Loella Haskew and other local leaders discuss the city's future during a recent forum.
Hillsborough, NJ|
Father-Daughter Duo: A Recipe For Success At Hillsborough Pizzeria
Both born in Italy, Salvatore Anzalone and his daughter Ylenia are continuing to share their family's love of Italian food in Hillsborough.
Reston, VA|
Beloved Yoga Hosts Marvelous May Open House, Pop-Up, Mini Classes
Beloved Yoga studio on Sunset Hills Road has served the Reston community for nearly 20 years.
Oak Lawn, IL|
Bullets Fly At Chicago Ridge Commons, Gunfire Erupts From 2 Cars: Cops
25 shell casings and a live round were found in the parking lot after four men in two cars began shooting at each other, police say.
Lake Forest-Lake Bluff, IL|
Wisconsin Man Faces Charges Of Indecent Solicitation In Lake Forest
After waiving his right against self-incrimination, the 51-year-old said he had "talked about sexual stuff but nothing was going to happen."
Moorestown, NJ|
Rage Room Coming To Moorestown Mall
At Breaker 213, patrons can let it all out while smashing glass, electronics, furniture and more.
Worcester, MA|
Plan To Reduce Worcester Speed Limits Will Wait For Survey Results
After five hearings in 2024, a council committee reviewing a plan to lower speed limits wants to survey residents before voting.
Hinsdale-Clarendon Hills, IL|
5G Firm Plans Work In Clarendon Hills
The company has submitted nine applications to the village.
Rockville Centre, NY|
'Insane' Plan To Vote Out Speaker Johnson: Former Congressman King
Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene said she'll call for a vote next week to remove the Speaker.
Norwalk, CT|
Bridge Damaged By Fuel Truck Crash On I-95 To Be Replaced: UPDATE
Gov. Lamont said the bridge was damaged by the crash and will need to be replaced, halting two-way commuting on I-95 until at least Monday.
Ardmore-Merion-Wynnewood, PA|
Abiyah Naturals LLC: Patch Business Profile
Local businesses are the lifeblood of America, providing employment for locals and a slew of services, good, and more to area residents.
Elmhurst, IL|
Planned Teardown Of $2M Elmhurst Home Upsets Residents
Residents are urged to protest the demolition of a historic house. A hearing is planned next week.
Skokie, IL|
District 219 Board Cuts Full-Time French Teacher From Niles West
The board unanimously approved a reduction in force at last month's board meeting.
Temecula, CA|
Warning: SoCal In For A 'Big Season For Snakes'
This week, a California woman suffered a rattlesnake bite while hiking. Here's what you need to know to stay safe.
Beverly Hills, CA|
Beverly Hills Businessman Admits To Evading $1M In Taxes: DOJ
The man admitted to cheating the government out of more than $1 million in taxes over a decade, court documents show.
Joliet, IL|
Giant Price Drop For Syl's, Legendary Restaurant In Rockdale
Because the asking price for Syl's has dropped nearly in half, Mike McCatty is confident a buyer will emerge. It may not stay a restaurant.
Livermore, CA|
Livermore Armed Robbery Suspects Arrested: Hayward PD
Three suspects are accused of committing a total of 11 robberies throughout the Bay Area, including an armed robbery at a gas in Livermore.
Perry Hall, MD|
Baltimore County Voter Guide: Primary Election Candidates, Voting Info
Early voting begins Thursday in the Baltimore County primary election. Meet the candidates and learn how to vote with this voter guide.
Annapolis, MD|
Anne Arundel Voter Guide: Primary Election Candidates, Polling Places
Early voting begins Thursday in the Anne Arundel County primary election. Meet the candidates and learn how to vote with this voter guide.
Skokie, IL|
Local Student Wins Illinois Poetry Competition, Competes At Nationals
Niles West High School junior Yohanna Endashaw, the 2-time Illinois Poetry Out Loud champion, competed Wednesday in the national semifinals.
Farmingdale, NY|
Farmingdale's Step By Step Dance Troupe Hosting Cancer Fundraiser Show
Ticket sales will go to the family of a woman fighting thyroid cancer, said Jennifer O'Neill, owner of the dance studio.
Lake Elsinore-Wildomar, CA|
Earthquake Rattles SoCal: Did You Feel It?
An earthquake struck with an epicenter near Corona at midday Wednesday.
Rockville Centre, NY|
'Absolutely Ridiculous' Delaying NYPD At Columbia: LI Congressman
More than 100 people were arrested Tuesday night, ending days of pro-Palestine encampments at the university.