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New Lenox, IL|
Woman Left Kids, 2 and 4, Alone In Car To Play Slots: New Lenox PD
The kids were left in the car outside Rte 30 Liquors on Feb. 25, police said.
Lauren Traut, Patch Staff
Joliet, IL|
'Dizzy' Cocaine User Sees Shadows, Fires Bullet Into Wall: Police
Will County Judge Dan Kennedy ruled that 56-year-old Joliet defendant Corey Nobles is a danger to himself and others.
John Ferak, Patch Staff
Sachem, NY|
1 Overturn In 2-Vehicle Crash In Centereach: Police
There were no serious injuries, Suffolk police say.
Peggy Spellman Hoey, Patch Staff
Elmhurst, IL|
No Answer From Bensenville Leader On Referendum
A group plans a forum on a referendum to change the form of government. The president will get a big raise if voters end the current type.
David Giuliani, Patch Staff
Patchogue, NY|
Chinese Food Delivery Man Robbed In North Bellport: Police
He was approached by two males, one of whom had what appeared to be a gun, Suffolk police say.
Peggy Spellman Hoey, Patch Staff
Dublin, CA|
Dublin Council To Hear Update On DEI Policies
The council will hear an update on DEI initiatives, which include expanded training, strengthened law enforcement transparency, and more.
Michael Wittner, Patch Staff
New Canaan, CT|
New Canaan Appoints Chief Building Official
The Board of Selectmen appointed a new chief building official and hired two new administrative assistants during a recent meeting.
RJ Scofield, Patch Staff
Danville, CA|
Danville Set To Finalize Agreement For 167-Unit Housing Development
The council will move forward an agreement ensuring 43 affordable units at 3040 Fostoria Way .
Michael Wittner, Patch Staff
Greenwich, CT|
Domenick's Pizza Officially Opens In Byram Section Of Greenwich
The eatery features NY-style pizza, as well as hamburgers, sandwiches, classic Italian dishes, and much more.
Richard Kaufman, Patch Staff
Brentwood-Central Islip, NY|
Firefighters Extinguish Car Fire On Long Island: Police
Long Island firefighters extinguished a fire that broke out in a Honda sedan on Sunday.
Jade Eckardt, Patch Staff
Hillsborough, NJ|
Hillsborough Student Honored For Writing 'Exceptional Essay'
Vibhu Datta was named a finalist in the Hillsborough Memorial VFW Post 8371 Patriot’s Pen Scholarship Essay Contest.
Alexis Tarrazi, Patch Staff
Middletown, NJ|
Middletown BOE Rehires Politically Connected Lawyer Bruce Padula
Middletown has been involved in numerous legal battles in recent years, with more court cases looming:
Carly Baldwin, Patch Staff
Joliet, IL|
Dog Bites Rockdale Deputy Chief, Officer On Moen Ave: Prosecutors
Jo Montejano-Rodriguez told his mother that Rockdale Deputy Police Chief Baikie "will get his, don't worry," prosecutors noted.
John Ferak, Patch Staff
Ocean City, NJ|
First Responders Honored At Ceremony In Ocean City
The Public Safety Recognition Ceremony celebrated the lifesaving work of Ocean City's police, firefighters and lifeguards.
Veronica Flesher, Patch Staff
Oak Forest, IL|
Central Avenue Drenched In Green For Oak Forest Fleadh's Sweet 16
Oak Forest residents celebrated the 16th annual Oak Forest Fleadh Saturday, March 1.
Lauren Traut, Patch Staff
Southington, CT|
Southington's 2024 Apple Festival Proved To Be Quite Profitable
The annual October celebration was able to donate thousands of dollars to three local causes and add to the event's surplus.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
Patchogue, NY|
Arson Detectives Investigating Patchogue Brush Fire: Authorities
The fire spanned across four properties from Sycamore to Lakeland, North Patchogue Fire Department says.
Peggy Spellman Hoey, Patch Staff
Cherry Hill, NJ|
Liège Waffles Coming To New Cherry Hill Restaurant
Liège waffles are handheld, not for breakfast and taste unlike any waffle you've ever had. Soon, you can try them in Cherry Hill.
Josh Bakan, Patch Staff
San Diego, CA|
Breakfast Republic To Close San Diego Area Location
"We are incredibly grateful to have served the La Jolla community and appreciate the loyalty of our guests."
Kristina Houck, Patch Staff
Norristown, PA|
Montco 'Ghosted' By Federal Government, $5M In Key Funding Withheld
The funds, needed for rental assistance and to keep children from being homeless, are not frozen by any federal order, but remain missing.
Justin Heinze, Patch Staff
Bridgewater, NJ|
Bridgewater-Raritan BOE Disagrees On Abolishing Transgender Policy
"Unfortunately, policy 5756 is a policy that intends to rip parents apart from their children," said Board member Jeremy Li.
Alexis Tarrazi, Patch Staff
Joliet, IL|
Nikos: New Lenten Fish Fry Tradition For Joliet, Details Revealed
Nikos Lippas announced on Facebook "he is excited and proud to announce that I took over the St. George Banquet Hall, Serbian Hall."
John Ferak, Patch Staff
Dearborn, MI|
Dearborn Education Foundation Raises $43K For Local Schools
A local group raised $43,000 for the students and teachers of Dearborn Schools at its annual Mardi Gras fundraiser.
Dylan Siwicki, Patch Staff
Darien, CT|
Dates Set For 2025 Darien Sidewalk Sales
The dates are set for this year's annual shopping extravaganza.
Richard Kaufman, Patch Staff
Joliet, IL|
Gone: Joliet Restaurant Torn Down Over Weekend, Here's Why
Demolition crews worked fast and had the entire building removed by Sunday evening.
John Ferak, Patch Staff
Levittown, PA|
Pennsbury Mourns Death Of High School Student
The Pennsbury School District announced that a Pennsbury High School student passed away over the weekend.
Dino Ciliberti, Patch Staff
Downers Grove, IL|
Village Council To Consider 20-Unit Apartment Building On Warren Ave.
The four-story development's zoning request was unanimously recommended by the Downers Grove Planning and Zoning Commission.
Lisa Marie Farver, Patch Staff
Shirley-Mastic, NY|
Quad Impounded In Mastic After Rider Caught Driving Recklessly: Police
The behavior not only endangers the rider but also puts pedestrians and other drivers at serious risk, Suffolk police say.
Peggy Spellman Hoey, Patch Staff
East Islip, NY|
Mister Softee Opens Ice Cream Shop On Long Island
Mister Softee's first brick-and-mortar ice cream shop opened on Long Island over the weekend.
Jade Eckardt, Patch Staff
Elmhurst, IL|
Mexican Restaurant Coming To Elmhurst 'Soonish'
It is set to occupy the spot of a former restaurant on Elmhurst's south side.
David Giuliani, Patch Staff
North Fork, NY|
Mattituck High Boys Varsity Basketball Team Wins County Championship
The Tuckers were welcomed home by a jubilant community as the Mattituck and Cutchogue Fire Departments escorted the winners: Video, photos.
Lisa Finn, Patch Staff
Across California, CA|
Patch Parents: Best Things To Do With Kids In March In California
Spring has already sprung in California! Here are some of the best things to do with kids in March.
Kristina Houck, Patch Staff
Concord, NH|
Dozens Of New Hampshire Wrestlers Heading To New England Championship
42 boys and 24 girls will compete at the meet in Providence, Rhode Island, after hundreds of bouts at Pinkerton Academy on Saturday.
Tony Schinella, Patch Staff
Across Connecticut, CT|
Celebrating "National Days" By Collecting Patch Readers' Favorites
We want your input as to your favorite cold cuts, sons, cheese doodles, dentist and cereal, being celebrated with "National Days" this week.
Tim Jensen, Patch Staff
Southampton, NY|
LI Mourns Dr. Hazel N. Dukes, Civil Rights Leader: 'She Was A Force'
Dr. Hazel Dukes died at 92 Saturday. "Hazel had a way of making us feel like the future was not just ours to inherit, but ours to shape."
Lisa Finn, Patch Staff
New York City, NY|
Bronx Primary Care Clinic Reopens After $2.6M Renovation
La Casa de Salud has been serving the community since 1998. The organization has five centers in the Bronx and one in Queens.
David Luces, Patch Staff
Los Angeles, CA|
Chef Imran Ali Mookhi Serves Up Iftar Throughout Ramadan
Michelin Bib Gourmand chef's 100% Halal Desi restaurants in Hawaiian Gardens, Fullerton and Laguna Hills help commemorate the holy month.
Paige Austin, Patch Staff
Salem, MA|
Cinema Salem To Screen Ukraine Film After Oval Office Confrontation
Cinema Salem will screen the documentary film "Porcelain War" throughout this weekend with a donation made to Ukrainian relief efforts.
Scott Souza, Patch Staff
Concord, NH|
Ambulance Stolen From Concord Hospital Keeps Cops And Others Busy
A woman was accused of stealing a Lifestar Ambulance from the emergency bay at Concord Hospital and taking it for a joy ride Friday night.
Tony Schinella, Patch Staff
Concord, NH|
Attempted Murder, Other Charges Issued In Healy Park Shooting Case
8 new felony charges were issued against Vincent Mott after several weeks of investigating by Concord police into the mid-January shooting.
Tony Schinella, Patch Staff
