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Lake Elsinore-Wildomar, CA|
Kaiser Permanente's Massive RivCo Expansion Celebrated In Wildomar
Kaiser Permanente is set to open its three-story, 84,000-square-foot building just off Interstate 15 on Wildomar Trail.
Western Springs, IL|
Union Criticizes Western Springs Low Bidder
The firm says it plans to pay the prevailing wage for a village flooring project.
Towson, MD|
Memorial Day Weekend 2024: 14 Ceremonies, Concerts Around Towson
Memorial Day will bring ceremonies and live music. From dock bars to dog parties, here are 14 events around Towson this holiday weekend.
Perry Hall, MD|
Memorial Day Weekend 2024: 14 Ceremonies, Concerts Around Perry Hall
Memorial Day will bring ceremonies and live music. From dock bars to dog parties, here are 14 events around Perry Hall this holiday weekend.
Beverly, MA|
Beverly City Hall, Lynch Park, Fire Station, Parks Projects Updated
Beverly Mayor Mike Cahill provided the updates upon the City Council's request at this week's meeting.
Basking Ridge, NJ|
Objectors Of Allen Road Manufacturing Buildings Set To Testify
Hearings on Signature Acquisitions' application to 2 buildings for light industrial/manufacturing and office will continue in June and July.
Hatboro-Horsham, PA|
Officer Ryan Allen Remembered In Hatboro Ceremony
A memorial garden and plaque was dedicated to the fallen police officer before a crowd on South York Road in Hatboro on Saturday.
Laguna Beach, CA|
2 Laguna Beach Administrators Ranked Best In CA
Two Laguna Beach Unified School District administrators were honored this month as 2024 Administrators of the Year.
Hillsborough, NJ|
This Hidden Salt Cave, Spa Offers Wellness Options In Hillsborough
Hillsborough local Alaina Molesko opened The Salty Moon an all-inclusive wellness center offering many healing options under one roof.
Troy, MI|
Troy Teachers, Parents Plan To Picket At School Board Meeting
Union leaders said teachers and staff have been working without a contract since Feb. 1 and negotiations have been ongoing for weeks.
Western Springs, IL|
'Deplorable' Streets In Western Springs Neighborhood: Runner
A resident complained about the bumpiness of the streets. "I have the scars to prove it," she said.
Livingston, NJ|
Livingston Plans Water Upgrades; Feds Lower ‘Forever Chemical’ Limits
The EPA has announced strict, new limits for PFAS chemicals in drinking water. Livingston is already working on upgrades, officials say.
Vienna, VA|
Viva Vienna's 40th Anniversary Honored By Town Council, County Board
Viva Vienna and organizers were honored for 40 years ahead of the Memorial Day weekend festival.
Laguna Niguel-Dana Point, CA|
Sequoia Seedling 'Moon Tree' Planted In Dana Point By Girl Scouts
Local Girl Scout Troop 7574 celebrated a momentous occasion Monday when they succeeded in planting a "Moon Tree" in Dana Point.
Glenview, IL|
Numerous Scams Reported Regarding Glenview Teen's Death: Police
The family of Marko Niketic, who died in a May 12 car crash, have not authorized any Facebook or GoFundMe pages to solicit donations.
Frankfort, IL|
New Deputy Chief, Two Officers Sworn In At Frankfort Board Meeting
Kevin Lenz was appointed as the new deputy chief.
East Hampton, NY|
Year After Brutal Attack On Vacation, Man's Brother Dies: 'Unbearable'
"Shine on, you crazy diamond." Springs resident Tom House rallied last year to bring his brother home after a brutal beating while away.
Worcester, MA|
Tolls At MA Border: Idea Revived By Worcester State Senator
The Senate budget bill includes a measure from Sen. Robyn Kennedy to study border tolling, a controversial idea for non-Mass Pike drivers.
Danvers, MA|
Latest Danvers Trash Fee Repeal Push Fails At Town Meeting
The proposal would have asked the Select Board to find other funding sources for the $1.4 million in new collection fees.
Princeton, NJ|
Princeton Has Opportunity To Implement Bike Facilities Plan: Officials
Township engineers are looking at implementing the goals of “complete street” officials said.
Stamford, CT|
Stamford Teen Killed In Crash Remembered For Smile, Loving Nature
A roadside memorial has been built in honor of the 17-year-old Stamford High School student who was killed in a motorcycle crash on May 17.
Arlington Heights, IL|
$6M Lead Service Line Replacements Underway In Arlington Heights
The plan's schedule for replacing lead service lines runs through 2043, with goal of replacing 6 percent of LSLs per year starting in 2027.
Manhattan, IL|
'Good Stuff Only' As Manhattan Tobacco Shop Adds Bath, Body Products
Southside Tobacco & Vape owner Scott Coveny and fiancée Linsey Piszczek have created their own bath and body line, now sold at the store.
Darien, IL|
In Tense Meeting, Darien Declines Gaza Resolution
Several outbursts prompted the mayor's warning to dismiss the audience.
Odenton-Severn, MD|
Memorial Day Weekend 2024: 21 Parades, Carnivals Around Odenton
Memorial Day will bring parades, carnivals and car shows. Here are 21 ceremonies and concerts around Odenton this weekend.
Livingston, NJ|
Livingston Council Celebrates Town’s Growing Asian Population
More than a quarter of Livingston’s residents now identify as Asian, the town’s first AAPI councilman said.
Anne Arundel, MD|
Memorial Day Weekend 2024: 21 Parades, Carnivals Around Pasadena
Memorial Day will bring parades, carnivals and car shows. Here are 21 ceremonies and concerts around Pasadena this weekend.
Annapolis, MD|
Memorial Day Weekend 2024: 21 Parades, Carnivals Around Annapolis
Memorial Day will bring parades, carnivals and car shows. Here are 21 ceremonies and concerts around Annapolis this weekend.
Phoenixville, PA|
New Brewery Officially Opens In Phoenixville
Long a favorite of local beer lovers in the know, Twelve78 Brewing has now opened its own space.
Montclair, NJ|
Russo Concedes Montclair Election: ‘Results Didn’t Surprise Me’
Bob Russo congratulated Susan Shin Andersen and Carmel Loughman on a close race. He may be pondering a school board run later this year.
Dearborn, MI|
Dearborn Cracking Down On Property Maintenance: What To Know
Officials warned tickets will be given out for egregious violations.
Southington, CT|
Southington Taxes To Rise, But Not As High As Before
Southington officials approved a nearly $180M town/school spending package for 2024-25, with the town also approving a tax increase.
Elmhurst, IL|
Elmhurst Neighbors Oppose Speed Limit Hike
They urged the city to drop the idea of an increase, citing the number of children in their neighborhood.
Hoboken, NJ|
Hoboken Responds To 2 Near-Drownings Of Dogs In Hudson River
After two recent rescues of dogs in the Hudson River, the city had a message for residents.
Worcester, MA|
New Worcester Podcast Tackles Intersection Of Urbanism, Queer Identity
Hear from Love Your Labels cofounder Joshua Croke about their new "Queer For Cities" podcast.
Elmhurst, IL|
More Dangerous Than Helpful? Elmhurst Debates Yield, Stop Signs
The city enacted a policy last year that generally calls for replacing yield signs with stops.
Point Pleasant, NJ|
Grammy-Nominated Point Boro Choir Teacher Inspires Students' Passion
"Everyone likes to make music," said Felicia Villa, who has rebuilt the high school choir program at Point Pleasant High School.
Pleasanton, CA|
Pleasanton Hosting Budget Workshop On $13M Deficit
The city is looking at $2 million in proposed cuts, including to police, fire, maintenance, library services, and more.
Newport Beach-Corona Del Mar, CA|
Candidates For Board Of Education Superintendent Share Their Views
After Superintendent Al Mijares retired in April after a year of medical leave, which of these six will fill the seat until 2026?
Orange County, CA|
Will Disneyland Resort Shutter Classic Attractions? New Designs Emerge
Never fear, Disney fans. Though new lands like "Tangled," or "Frozen" are being considered, classic rides aren't going anywhere.