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Brooklyn, NY|
Search Continues For Missing BK Man, Son Asks For Help From Community
A search effort will take place Saturday at 11 a.m. Anyone interested in participating should gather at the Parkside Ave. train station.
Orange County, CA|
Gudetama Cafe Opens Egg-cellent First US Location In SoCal
The new cafe offers an immersive experience that encourages fans of Sanrio character Gudetama to sit back and relax just like the lazy egg.
Westhampton-Hampton Bays, NY|
Westhampton Beach Grad Drafted To NFL: 'Best Day Of My Life'
"Always dream big — that's what I did."
North Fork, NY|
'Overlooked' Stray Drumstick, Thought He Found Family, Back In Shelter
"Please don't make him wait any longer." Drumstick, a gentle, sweet, 79-lb. lapdog, has been in the shelter since January.
Herndon, VA|
Remembering Herndon's History: Former Mayor Darrell Funded Education
Former Mayor George Augusta Darrell endowed funds dedicated to supporting education in the Town of Herndon.
Danville, CA|
Danville Council To Consider Creating New Bicycle Advisory Board
The new commission will help implement the 2021 Bicycle Master Plan.
McLean, VA|
Shoppers Find Fresh Produce At First McLean Farmers Market Of 2024
Fairfax County Park Authority's farmers market at Lewinsville Park in McLean opened for the 2024 season on Friday morning.
Stamford, CT|
Riko's Pizza Will Not Face Eviction In Stamford After Judge's Ruling
The landlord for Riko's Pizza on Hope Street filed a lawsuit against the business in 2023 claiming nonpayment of additional rent.
New Lenox, IL|
A 'Dream Come True' (Again), Grounded Coffee Bar Opens In New Lenox
Frankfort couple Rachael Giantomasso and Stephen Giannone have expanded a beloved Frankfort coffee business to New Lenox.
Norwalk, CT|
Heavy Traffic As Bridge Replacement Is Underway On I-95 In Norwalk
Gov. Lamont urged all travelers to "stay away from this area for at least another 72 hours" as bridge replacement work is underway on I-95.
San Diego, CA|
SD Weekend: Blippi; Viva La Música; Dining In The Dark; Village Faire
Looking for some cool things to do this weekend, May 4-5, in San Diego County? Patch has you covered.
Providence, RI|
Shooting Victim Drives Himself To Rhode Island Hospital
The victim is in surgery as of around 3 p.m. and police are investigating the circumstances surrounding the shooting.
Cherry Hill, NJ|
State Could Still Help Cherry Hill's School Budget Woes
The school board passed a tax-raising budget with state-aid cuts expected. But 2 bills could help Cherry Hill get some of that money back.
Elmhurst, IL|
'Tragic' Planned Demolition In Elmhurst Draws Opposition
The city is being asked to reject a homeowner's request for a zoning change. The owner paid $2 million.
Farmington, CT|
New Pickleball Complex/Splash Pad Approved In Farmington
The Farmington Plan & Zoning Commission recently approved plans to build pickleball courts and a splash pad at a town-owned golf course.
Stamford, CT|
Stamford Unveils Newly Renovated West Beach Boat Ramp
The ramp was widened and now allows for all-tide access and the ability to simultaneously launch two boats, Stamford officials said.
Yardley, PA|
Snapshot: Goslings Waddle While Seeking Breakfast In Yardley
Yardley photographer Josh Friedman captures landscape frames of scenes throughout Bucks County in this Patch photo feature.
Brooklyn, NY|
PHOTOS: Pop Singer Charli XCX Performs Surprise BK Show
The singer performed the song "Club Classics" off her new album Brat at The Lot Radio in Greenpoint Thursday.
Joliet, IL|
Joliet Child's Heroin Death: 'Was It An Accident? Was It On Purpose?'
Mya King, age 12, died of a heroin overdose April 17. Joliet police arrested her mother, but State's Attorney Glasgow has not filed charges.
Lake Elsinore-Wildomar, CA|
'Returned' Kitty Rescued By CA Amazon Worker: How Galena Got Home
A Utah family shipped their cat to Riverside County in an Amazon returns box. Here's how part-time cat rescuer Brandy Hunter stepped in.
Abington, PA|
Protected Bike Route Grant Sought In Abington Twp.
Abington Township is applying for a $75,000 grant through the Delaware Valley Regional Planning Commission.
Hatboro-Horsham, PA|
'Cat In The Hat(boro)' Rescue Has Happy Ending
A cat was stuck in a tree recently for 12 hours. After his rescue, the cat spent the night at the borough manager's house.
Massapequa, NY|
GoFundMe For Slain Detective's Family Tops $1 Million In Donations
"It's just like this accomplishment that you can't celebrate," said Christopher Johnson, who launched and still maintains the site.
Romeoville, IL|
Grocery Efforts Unsuccessful To Date, Village Looks To Future
Grocers were concerned about competition, sister stores in the area and market conditions, Mallon said.
Darien, IL|
Opposition To Darien Duplex Plan Remains
The neighbors' lawyer said they will "grieve the loss of their home as they have known it."
Westfield, NJ|
Westfield Driver Ignores Stop Sign Before Rollover Crash: Police
The crash caused Springfield Avenue to remain closed for about an hour on Thursday night.
Across America, US|
No Mow May: An Excuse To Be Lazy Or Help For Pollinators? [Block Talk]
For some people, the mowing season is in full swing. Others, who are observing “No Mow May,” say the pause helps imperiled pollinators.
Nashua, NH|
Nashua Woman Faces Burglary Charge After April Temple Street Incident
Kailey Rowley is accused of burglarizing an apartment with others last month, one of whom was armed with a box cutter.
Orland Park, IL|
Former Orland Officials' Families Question Removal Of Names From Signs
The families of former Orland Park officials are concerned about the removal of the men's names from signs on buildings named after them.
Ellicott City, MD|
Clarks Ace Hardware In Howard County Sold To Westlake Ace Hardware
For 179 years, Clarks Ace Hardware has helped HoCo residents tackle projects, fuel up grills and redecorate rooms. They're closing soon.
Bel Air, MD|
Stack And Store Opens In Bel Air, Making 8th Location In Harford Co.
Family-owned Stack and Store has opened its 2nd location in Bel Air, making it the 8th store in Harford County with high tech features.
Manchester, NJ|
Ex-Superintendent's Suit Alleges Manchester Fired Him Because He's Gay
John Berenato was fired Nov. 7 in the wake of a lawsuit by Principal Evelyn Swift accusing him of age and gender discrimination.
Temecula, CA|
Free-Speech Restrictions, Antisemitism Tested In RivCo And Beyond
In a bipartisan move, Riverside County's Congressional members, along with their CA colleagues, helped pass the Antisemitism Awareness Act.
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.