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Newtown, PA|
Bucks Tavern Introduces New 'Fresh And Exciting' Spring Menu
More importantly, the new menu reflects a dramatic change in the recent trend of rising prices, said tavern owner Andrew Abruzzese.
Jeff Werner, Patch Staff
Manhattan, IL|
Friend Trip Inspires Couple's Vision For Former Manhattan Farm
An 11-acre former farm on Baker Rd. and US 52 has been turned into a short-term rental its new owners hope will inspire togetherness.
Lauren Traut, Patch Staff
Beverly, MA|
Beverly Superintendent Finalist Field Down To 2, Interviews Begin
Melrose Assistant Superintendent Jennifer Turner interviewed with the School Committee on Monday night.
Scott Souza, Patch Staff
Pleasanton, CA|
Pleasanton To Approve $1.2M Storm Drain Project On Puri Court
The contract aims to reduce flooding on Puri Court with new 48-inch pipe and culvert installation
Michael Wittner, Patch Staff
Dublin, CA|
Dublin Previews Big Park Projects, Eyes Big Budget Surplus
The Dublin City Council will review new investments in parks, streets, and facilities as city staff projects a $17.4M surplus.
Michael Wittner, Patch Staff
Lake Elsinore-Wildomar, CA|
Wildomar City Manager Placed On Paid Administrative Leave
A search for a permanent replacement for Dan York is expected to begin.
Toni McAllister, Patch Staff
Farmingdale, NY|
'Spring Fling Late Nite Market' Coming To Farmingdale's Back In Time
The event will feature spring shopping, popup vendors, complimentary champagne, and more.
Michael DeSantis, Patch Staff
Danville, CA|
Danville Council To Review Progress On Trails, Housing, & Roads
The report from Development Services will cover downtown upgrades, new housing applications, and storm drain improvements.
Michael Wittner, Patch Staff
Patchogue, NY|
Pizza Delivery Person Robbed Of Cash, Cell Phone In North Bellport: PD
The person was making a delivery on Michigan Avenue at around 8:25 p.m., when they were approached by two males, Suffolk cops say.
Peggy Spellman Hoey, Patch Staff
Naugatuck, CT|
Waterbury Hardware Store Up For Sale After 100 Years In Business
A family-run hardware store is currently up for sale for just under $2.8 million after 100 years in business in Waterbury.
RJ Scofield, Patch Staff
San Ramon, CA|
Gun Aimed At Driver On 680 In San Ramon, Suspect Sought: CHP
A San Ramon resident told police that the passenger of a Ford F250 aimed a gun at him on I-680 and he saw five muzzle flashes.
Michael Wittner, Patch Staff
Aurora, IL|
Aurora Native Hopes To Be Among Top 10 Oldest To Climb Mt. Everest
How a back surgery, a veteran-helping charity and a life of training inspired an Aurora native to face the world’s tallest mountain.
Emily Rosca, Patch Staff
San Ramon, CA|
San Ramon Students Help Protect Seniors Against Scams
Adya Gupta and her group Impactt Kids have been running trainings to help seniors spot and avoid phone and internet scams.
Michael Wittner, Patch Staff
West Orange, NJ|
West Orange Resident Sets Sights On NJ Assembly Seat: 2025 Election
Blake Michael, a high school teacher and a special education attorney, is running for New Jersey Assembly in the 27th district.
Eric Kiefer, Patch Staff
Shirley-Mastic, NY|
Death Of Woman Found Outdoors In Long Island Neighborhood Probed: Cops
She was found Saturday morning, Suffolk police say.
Peggy Spellman Hoey, Patch Staff
Crystal Lake-Cary, IL|
Daiso Opens Crystal Lake Location Amid 'Growing Demand In Region'
The store opened at 5548 Northwest Highway — in the former BuyBuyBaby site — in recent weeks.
Amie Schaenzer, Patch Staff
Channahon-Minooka, IL|
Searches Suspended For Missing Ex-Soccer Player From Minooka: Chief
Mariano Kotrba played four seasons of soccer at the University of St. Francis in Joliet from 2019 to 2022, and majored in biology.
John Ferak, Patch Staff
Concord, NH|
Concord Police Investigating Gun Threat Incident On Fort Eddy Road
Cops are investigating a report of a gun threat after a Facebook Marketplace cellphone sale meetup sours Monday afternoon outside Petco.
Tony Schinella, Patch Staff
Annapolis, MD|
Edgewater Recreation Center To Feature Basketball, Pickleball Courts
A vacant grocery store will soon become the Edgewater Recreation Center. See sketches of the planned basketball and pickleball courts.
Jacob Baumgart, Patch Staff
Orland Park, IL|
Orland Park Man, 18, Killed In Motorcycle Crash Saturday: Police
The man was one of two motorcyclists involved in the crash with a car on 94th Avenue Saturday afternoon, police said.
Lauren Traut, Patch Staff
Patchogue, NY|
4 Hurt In 3-Vehicle Crash On Sunrise Highway In East Patchogue: Cops
A sedan traveling westbound slid on the wet roadway and crossed to the eastbound side between exits 54 and 55, Suffolk police say.
Peggy Spellman Hoey, Patch Staff
Doylestown, PA|
Siren Records Draws Crowds For Record Store Day: Photos
The record store in downtown Doylestown had people coming from all over Bucks County Saturday for special vinyl releases.
Dino Ciliberti, Patch Staff
Patchogue, NY|
Arson Detectives Probing Farm, Auto Body Fires In Brookhaven Town: PD
The fires broke out at Glover Farms in Yaphank on Friday, and Denny's Auto Body in Selden on Saturday, Suffolk police say.
Peggy Spellman Hoey, Patch Staff
South Brunswick, NJ|
South Brunswick Firm's Robotic Chef Aims For Restaurant-Quality Meals
The machines feature touch-screen interfaces and can prepare diverse cuisines including Chinese, Thai, Italian, French, and Caribbean.
Sarah Salvadore, Patch Staff
Bloomfield, NJ|
NJ Resident Has Fond Memories Of Bloomfield Tech School
This Essex County native was a 14-year-old freshman in 1955. Here’s what he remembers about his time attending Bloomfield Tech.
Eric Kiefer, Patch Staff
Dormont-Brookline, PA|
Odyssey Of The Mind: KO Students In International Competition
A group of Keystone Oaks School District students are going for the title next month in an international competition.
Eric Heyl, Patch Staff
La Grange, IL|
Man Spits On Cops In La Grange Restaurant Incident: Police
He also threatens officers repeatedly and utters racial slurs, authorities said.
David Giuliani, Patch Staff
Joliet, IL|
Terry D'Arcy's First State Of City As Joliet Mayor: Details Revealed
In 2023, Terry D'Arcy, the owner of D'Arcy Motors defeated two-term incumbent Bob O'Dekirk to become the new mayor Joliet.
John Ferak, Patch Staff
Herndon, VA|
2 Herndon Police Officers Honored At Valor Awards For Heroic Acts
Two officers with the Herndon Police Department who performed heroic acts at great personal risk were honored with medals of valor.
Michael O'Connell, Patch Staff
Riverhead, NY|
Accused Gilgo Killer Back In Court Tuesday For Critical DNA Hearing
A key witness is reportedly slated to testify Tuesday.
Lisa Finn, Patch Staff
Barnegat-Manahawkin, NJ|
Taxes Up In 2025 Stafford Municipal Budget
Township officials said they worked to incorporate cost-saving measures in order to mitigate the tax impact on residents.
Veronica Flesher, Patch Staff
Salem, MA|
Salem Becomes 'Sanctuary City' For Transgender, Nonbinary Community
The City Council unanimously adopted a resolution affirming trans and gender non-conforming rights in face of federal protection rollbacks.
Scott Souza, Patch Staff
Hermosa Beach, CA|
New Pro Football League Coming to Hermosa Beach Next Month
This is the world's first professional tackle football league played on sand, according to co-founder Adam Cyril.
Fernando Haro, Patch Staff
Fairfield, CT|
2 Suspects Accused Of Stealing Rental Car: Fairfield Police
The two were pulled over by Fairfield police last week.
Alfred Branch, Patch Staff
Norristown, PA|
SEPTA Funding Is A 'Livability Crisis' In Montgomery Co.: Officials
The proposed elimination of regional rail would have devastating impacts on Montgomery County residents, officials say.
Justin Heinze, Patch Staff
Brentwood-Central Islip, NY|
Fire Engulfs Mercedes On Long Island: Police
Suffolk County Police Arson detectives are investigating a fire that engulfed a Mercedes on Long Island on Sunday, police say.
Jade Eckardt, Patch Staff
Greenwich, CT|
Speed Cameras Expected In Greenwich Following Selectmen Approval
Greenwich is currently waiting for the state to approve permits before the cameras can be installed and turned on.
Richard Kaufman, Patch Staff
Brookline, MA|
Man Accused Of Child Sex Crimes In Brookline
The man was reportedly involved in multiple incidents throughout town leading up to his arrest.
Benjamin Pierce, Patch Staff
Homer Glen-Lockport, IL|
Ninth Street Bridge In Lockport Back Open Monday Morning After Crash
One of the drivers was taken to the hospital with minor injuries, police said.
Andrea Earnest, Patch Staff
Wallingford, CT|
Free Community Easter Dinner To Take Place In Wallingford
Wallingford Community Dinners is hard at work putting together its annual free Easter dinner for those in need and the homebound.
Vincent Salzo, Patch Staff
