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Joliet, IL|
Sandra Haddon Vanished In Joliet: Morris Police
Morris police issued a Facebook bulletin on Saturday morning for Sandra Haddon, 41.
John Ferak, Patch Staff
Beverly-MtGreenwood, IL|
Local Record Shops Celebrate Record Store Day With Exclusive Releases
Beverly, Evergreen Park and Palos record stores celebrate Record Store Day, Saturday, April 12, with exclusive releases, giveaways and more.
Lorraine Swanson, Patch Staff
San Diego, CA|
SD Weekend: Coronado Flower Show; Disney On Ice; Race For Autism
Looking for some festive things to do this weekend, April 12-13, in San Diego County? Patch has you covered.
Kristina Houck, Patch Staff
Towson, MD|
Stop DOGE's Federal Cuts, Voters Tell Olszewski At Towson Town Hall
"Prayer, exercise and bourbon." That's how Johnny O. copes with Donald Trump. The congressman shared plans to counter DOGE at a town hall.
Jacob Baumgart, Patch Staff
Shorewood, IL|
Roundabout For U.S. 52, County Line Road Is 'Underway,' IDOT Claims
There has been lots of talk and little action by the Illinois Department of Transportation regarding plans for a roundabout near Shorewood.
John Ferak, Patch Staff
Shorewood, IL|
He Went For A Walk At Hammel Woods, Now His Truck Faces Forfeiture
The Will County State's Attorney's Office filed a civil forfeiture hoping to turn the seized Ford F-150 pickup truck into a police asset.
John Ferak, Patch Staff
San Diego, CA|
Coronado Flower Show To Celebrate Spring, Civic Pride This Weekend
Patch interviewed Colby Erickson Freer, president of the Coronado Floral Association, to learn more about this year's event.
Kristina Houck, Patch Staff
Homewood-Flossmoor, IL|
Family Honors Late Father's Legacy Of Love For Homewood, Veterans
Melvin Mathias was a Holocaust survivor and U.S. Army veteran who spent more than two decades of his life supporting local veterans.
Lauren Traut, Patch Staff
Homer Glen-Lockport, IL|
Homer Glen Trustee McNaughton To Resign April 30
Neitzke-Troike said McNaughton submitted his resignation on April 7, and it is effective as of April 30.
Andrea Earnest, Patch Staff
Downers Grove, IL|
Crews Break Ground On Andy's Frozen Custard In Downers Grove
It's anticipated the new Andy's Frozen Custard will be among the company's top five or 10 locations, DGEDC CEO Bryan Gay told Patch.
Lisa Marie Farver, Patch Staff
Across America, US|
You May Be A Bad Neighbor If You Do These Things: Block Talk
One reader said “good friend material” is a plus when it comes to neighbors, but many others don’t want them hanging out on the doorstep.
Beth Dalbey, Patch Staff
La Grange, IL|
$105K-A-Year Argo Official Works Remotely, Part Time
The high school's HR department will have two officials getting six figures. The part-timer also gets a $171,000 pension.
David Giuliani, Patch Staff
Barnstable-Hyannis, MA|
Barnstable Sheriff Rolls Out New Vision For Public Safety On Cape Cod
The plan centers around a new community facility called The Bridge Center in Barnstable. Here's how officials believe it could change lives.
Montana Samuels, Patch Staff
Peabody, MA|
'Big Moment': $8 Million New Peabody High School Study Approved
Peabody Mayor Ted Bettencourt said the funding was necessary to move forward on the four- to five-year project.
Scott Souza, Patch Staff
Lacey, NJ|
14.24% Tax Increase Considered By Lacey Township School Board
The Tax Levy Incentive Aid program would allow certain districts to exceed the 2 percent cap on tax levy increases.
Veronica Flesher, Patch Staff
Wayne, NJ|
'Explosive' Murder Mystery At Heart Of Wayne Author's Debut Novel
"Nina's Friends" is described as an international suspense thriller, set during the early months of Russia's invasion of Ukraine.
Michelle Rotuno-Johnson, Patch Staff
Lemont, IL|
'Live Like Joe': 3-Point Shootout Honors Memory Of Old Quarry Student
"To 'Live Like Joe' is to be kind, selfless, helpful and encouraging," his parents said.
Andrea Earnest, Patch Staff
Radnor, PA|
Radnor Event To Cover Local Response To Trump Administation's Actions
State Rep. Lisa Borowski is hosting the town hall event Monday in Radnor to discuss local responses to the Trump Administration's actions.
Max Bennett, Patch Staff
Midtown-Hell's Kitchen, NY|
Find 5,000 Easter Eggs With Prizes, Candy In Midtown Hunt
This month, kids and grown-ups can visit 25 businesses in Midtown East and Upper East Side for Easter egg prizes and fun.
Miranda Levingston, Patch Staff
Bridgewater, NJ|
Transgender Policy To Be Reviewed In Bridgewater-Raritan Schools
The public comment portion of Tuesday's Board of Education meeting was once again filled with people supporting or criticizing Policy 5756.
Alexis Tarrazi, Patch Staff
Darien, CT|
Boston-Based Tatte Bakery And Café To Open Darien Location
This will represent the brand's first Connecticut location.
Richard Kaufman, Patch Staff
Simsbury, CT|
Simsbury Retirement Community Plans Major Expansion
Simsbury's wetlands board will meet Thursday, April 17, for a continued public hearing on the large expansion, with a vote possible later.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
Beverly, MA|
Beverly City Councilors Bowen, Rotondo Make Final State Primary Push
Hannah Bowen and Todd Rotondo are facing off for the Democratic nomination for 6th Essex State Representative on Tuesday.
Scott Souza, Patch Staff
Temecula, CA|
Woman Stabbed At Temecula Apartment Complex, 1 Arrested
A woman is in critical condition, and the person believed responsible was arrested Friday morning.
Ashley Ludwig, Patch Staff
Southington, CT|
Massive Water System Overhaul Planned In Southington
The Southington Town Council Monday, April 14, will host a hearing on a $14 million-plus project to modernize the town's water system.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
Across Massachusetts, MA|
Popular NYC Eatery To Open In MA + Boston's Best Spots: MA Food Week
Nowon, a Korean eatery with two thriving locations in New York City, will open in Boston's Seaport next week.
Montana Samuels, Patch Staff
Joliet, IL|
Courthouse Cafe Turned Into Vending Machine Lounge: Will County
Will County Government ended its contract with Blissful Bytes at the end of January. The kitchen was closed and walled off by contractors.
John Ferak, Patch Staff
Livingston, NJ|
Passover In Essex County: Israel Flights, Model Seder, Special Menus
Preparations have been happening across Essex County in anticipation of the holiday. Here are some things to know for 2025.
Eric Kiefer, Patch Staff
Manassas, VA|
Librarian 'Slays' With Gen Z Slang To Promote Library Services
The vibes were immaculate for a library branch manager's video full of rizz promoting library services with Gen Z terms.
Emily Leayman, Patch Staff
Garden City, NY|
Dragons GM Schwartz Prepares For New Arena League With Homage To Past
"Obviously, the name is nostalgic here on Long Island," General Manager Peter Schwartz told Patch.
Jerry Barmash, Patch Staff
Across Illinois, IL|
Flip Side Founder Recalls Days When Record Stores Were Hallowed Ground
Larry Rosenbaum recalls the halcyon days when the record store chain he founded with his brother rocked Chicago from 1968 to 1995.
Lorraine Swanson, Patch Staff
Foxborough, MA|
Patriot Place Chick-Fil-A Ready For Next Steps: MA Cheap Eats
Officials are expected to break ground on the new location next week, and shared a plan for a dozen new Massachusetts restaurants by 2028.
Montana Samuels, Patch Staff
Hillsborough, NJ|
Hillsborough Katelyn Sowden Competes For 'America’s Favorite Teacher'
Katelyn Sowden is not only a special needs teacher in Hillsborough but also the Captain of the Finderne First Aid and Rescue Squad.
Alexis Tarrazi, Patch Staff
Greenwich, CT|
Compromise Reached For 'Loud' Construction Work On Greenwich Avenue
Construction work is expected to be noisy. The Board of Selectmen and project officials on Thursday came up with a "hybrid" work schedule.
Richard Kaufman, Patch Staff
Joliet, IL|
Approve Marijuana Dispensary For Jefferson Street: City Hall Staff
Dustin Anderson wants Joliet City Council to override the zoning board's unanimous denial of the special use permit for Bisa Lina Cannabis.
John Ferak, Patch Staff
Riverhead, NY|
After Racist Attacks, LI Youth Group Vows: 'We're Not Going Anywhere'
LI's Butterfly Effect Project was created to empower young girls; that vow is stronger than ever after racist attacks. Support is needed.
Lisa Finn, Patch Staff
La Grange, IL|
Argo High School Worker Tells Off Bosses About Spending
She blasted the superintendent's credit card expenditures, saying she anonymously alerted the board a year and a half ago.
David Giuliani, Patch Staff
Shirley-Mastic, NY|
5 Hurt In 2 Separate Crashes In Brookhaven Town: Police
Five adults were treated for non-life-threatening injuries, and a child was evaluated, at local hospitals, Suffolk police say.
Peggy Spellman Hoey, Patch Staff
Medford, NY|
Brush Fire Spreads From One Yard To Another In Medford: Police
It happened at around 4 p.m., Suffolk police say.
Peggy Spellman Hoey, Patch Staff
Enfield, CT|
Combining Collectible Discoveries With Culinary Delicacies In Enfield
A unique combination of antiques, collectibles and homemade food opened its doors this week in a small plaza on Route 5 in Enfield.
Tim Jensen, Patch Staff
