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Worcester, MA|
Worcester's Union Station Closing For 'Walking Dead' Production
The zombie apocalypse is here, at least for a few hours on Wednesday in Worcester.
Worcester, MA|
Water, Sewer Rate Increase In Worcester Coming Summer 2024
One of the largest recent water and sewer rate increases in Worcester will start in July.
La Grange, IL|
LTHS Board: South Of Joliet Road Now Has Rep
After a secretive process, a teacher from Willow Springs was picked to fill a vacancy.
La Grange, IL|
La Grange Family Out $95K To Contractor: Police
The company kept asking for more money to install a pool, according to a report. Now, it is not answering calls.
Northridge-Chatsworth, CA|
Valley Dealer In 2 Teen Fentanyl Deaths Sentenced
A 23-year-old Tarzana man who sold fentanyl-laced fake Percocet pills to teens at the mall was sentenced to prison Monday.
Newtown, PA|
Council Rock Educator In The Running For "America’s Favorite Teacher"
Goodnoe Elementary teacher is asking the community to vote for her online as she competes against teachers throughout the nation.
Hoboken, NJ|
Is Cheap Maggie's In Hoboken Really Closing, And When?
The state of NJ and city of Hoboken have laws about how long stores can hold "Going Out Of Business" sales. Is Cheap Maggie's leaving?
Laguna Beach, CA|
Council To Decide On Laguna Beach's 6th Tattoo And Body Art Business
The city council will consider the Vatican Gallery's conditional use permit in what may be the 6th tattoo and body art shop in Laguna Beach.
Stafford-Willington, CT|
Stafford-Based TTM Adding 100-Plus Jobs
Governor: "I am thrilled that they are growing their business here in Connecticut."
Concord, NH|
Concord Farmers Market Opens For The 2024 Season
Saturday’s opening was the best in recent memory, with busy sales and more vendors, too.
Pleasanton, CA|
Pleasanton Council To Review Proposed $19M Water Bonds
The Pleasanton City Council will review up to $19 million in proposed water revenue bonds to fund water facility improvements.
Manhattan, IL|
'This One Is It': Boutique Owner To Open Second Location In Manhattan
Size-inclusive boutique Posh West owner Sadie Smith West can't wait to bring her kind of specialized shopping experience to Manhattan.
Orange, CT|
Stew Leonard's Eyes Orange For Possible Fourth CT Store Location
A Stew Leonard's spokesperson confirmed a space in Orange is currently under consideration, however nothing has been finalized.
Bolingbrook, IL|
SUV Strikes Pedestrian, Leaves Scene In Bolingbrook: Police
A man was injured, and taken to an area hospital for treatment.
Dublin, CA|
Dublin Council To Review Possible Bikeshare Program
The council will review a staff report on the feasibility of a bike share program, and how to avoid the many challenges that could arise.
Burr Ridge, IL|
Burr Ridge Mayor's 2020 Edict Fell By Wayside
The order was made during the mayor's battles with a village trustee.
Joliet, IL|
Terry D'Arcy's First Year As Mayor Of Joliet: How Did It Go?
In another Joliet Patch exclusive, Joliet's first-term mayor was interviewed at City Hall to discuss the pitfalls and challenges he faced.
Temecula, CA|
CA Teacher Appreciation Week 2024: Gift Ideas, Teacher Freebies
It's National Teacher Appreciation Week from May 6 through May 10. Here are some tips to celebrate the teacher in your life in California.
Tinley Park, IL|
Man Found Dead In Car ID'd: Medical Examiner
A man found dead of a self-inflicted gunshot wound Saturday in Tinley Park has been identified as a 20-year-old Country Club Hills man.
Burr Ridge, IL|
Burr Ridge Official Eavesdropped, Client Says In Lawsuit
The parties agreed to throw out the lawsuit a month after it was filed.
Rochester-Rochester Hills, MI|
Cultural Fair Returns To Rochester Hills: Here's The Lineup
The highly anticipated event is free to the public and is expected to draw hundreds of spectators.
Peabody, MA|
Peabody Girl Heeds Earth Day Call To Clean Up Around Crystal Lake
West Memorial Elementary first-grader Regina Luongo discovers her passion for picking up around her favorite walking path.
Hinsdale-Clarendon Hills, IL|
Not A Good Place For Hinsdale Car Wash: Engineer
The engineer advised the village look at revoking the wash's permit, citing a history of crashes.
Hatboro-Horsham, PA|
Use Hatboro-Horsham School For Food Sustainability: Residents
Hatboro-Horsham residents are expected to speak out once again about the potential sale of the Limekiln-Simmons property.
Stamford, CT|
Nan Xiang Xiao Long Bao Soup Dumpling Restaurant To Open In Stamford
This represents the acclaimed restaurant's first Connecticut location.
Los Alamitos-Seal Beach, CA|
Laurel Park Gains 2 New Trees As Los Alamitos Celebrates Arbor Day
The Los Alamitos community gathered to plant trees and celebrate Arbor Day.
Winnetka-Glencoe, IL|
Click To Pick: Online Voting Open For Glencoe Caucus Representatives
For the first time, the local political party is allowing online voting for its nominating committees for village and school boards.
Port Jefferson, NY|
Mount Sinai Home Fire Draws Firefighters From Four Departments
Suffolk's Arson Squad is investigating, police say.
Salem, MA|
Salem Schools Boast Higher Graduation, Lower Drop-Out Rates
Superintendent Steve Zrike said the district's efforts targeting chronic absenteeism have also shown positive results.
Southington, CT|
Don't Give Money To Panhandlers, Give To Help Groups: Southington
Local leaders charged with creating a panhandling policy want people to donate to Southington nonprofits rather than the panhandlers.
Lacey, NJ|
MUA Says Lacey's Water Is Safe, Disputes Non-Compliance Report
The Lacey MUA violated a state drinking water requirement, but officials said residents have no need to worry.
Pearl River, NY|
Nurses Honor Guard Formed In Rockland
The group performs tributes for nurses or their families. "It is our privilege," chapter founder Liz Falco told Patch.
Highland Park, IL|
$2 Million Donation To Help Inflate Ron Saslow Pickleball Dome
Scheduled for completion by the winter, the new state-of-the art dome will feature 10 courts for pickleball and four for padel.
Frankfort, IL|
Roma Sports Club Expansion Targets June Opening
The expansion will add five volleyball courts, five pickleball courts and two basketball courts.
Geneva, IL|
Truck Spills Oil Onto Route 38 After Crash With Sedan: Geneva PD
The driver of a sedan crashed into the truck, puncturing an attached saddle tank, after failing to yield, Geneva police said.
Fairfax City, VA|
Kelly's Oyster House & Bar Coming To Former Capital Ale House Location
Owner of Hamrock's Restaurant in Old Town Fairfax will be opening Kelly's Oyster House & Bar at the former home of Capital Ale House.
Ridgefield, CT|
Ridgefield's Newest Hotspot Is A NY Style Bagelry With Local Roots
Fletch's Bagels made some miscalculations in its first month of business, but every new business should miscalculate this badly…
Hinsdale-Clarendon Hills, IL|
Hinsdale Panel To Take Up Airbnbs Again
Residents have sharp differences on a ban. A second vote on such an issue is standard procedure for the Plan Commission.
Yardley, PA|
Yardley Farmers Market Marks 10-Year Anniversary
The farmers market opened for its 10th summer season in a ceremony with Yardley area dignitaries on Saturday.
Marple Newtown, PA|
Save Marple Greenspace Offer's Delco Council 'Counter' Press Release
"No one will visit Delaware County to see a mental health facility, but people will certainly make a trip... to see an award winning park."