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Beverly, MA|
Beverly School Committee Interviews Cushing, Turner For Superintendent
The School Committee held a public interview with Medford Assistant Superintendent Peter Cushing on Tuesday night.
Scott Souza, Patch Staff
Joliet, IL|
Marijuana Dispensary On Jefferson Street? City Council Votes 7-2
On March 20, the Joliet Zoning Board voted unanimously against putting a dispensary at 2121 West Jefferson Street.
John Ferak, Patch Staff
Lake Elsinore-Wildomar, CA|
Dozens Of 'Nuisance' Trailers Dropped In Wildomar: Final Notice Issued
About 70 Black Series trailers are sitting at a property in the 20700 block of Palomar Street. A final abatement notice was issued Tuesday.
Toni McAllister, Patch Staff
Farmingdale, NY|
Back In Time Of Farmingdale Celebrating 6 Years With Anniversary Bash
"We are so excited to celebrate our six-year anniversary with all our wonderful customers," owner Laura Napolitano said.
Michael DeSantis, Patch Staff
Lake Elsinore-Wildomar, CA|
Motorcycle Crash Turns Fatal On Railroad Canyon Road: Sheriff
Roads were closed much of Thursday in the fatal Lake Elsinore motorcycle crash that involved an off-duty firefighter.
Ashley Ludwig, Patch Staff
Norwalk, CT|
New Kid-Friendly Playhouse, Café To Open At Norwalk Mall
A popular child-friendly playhouse in Fairfield will soon open a new location at the mall, featuring a café and more for adults to enjoy.
RJ Scofield, Patch Staff
Newtown, CT|
Newtown Selectmen Review Budget Shift, Recycling, And Development
Newtown leaders discuss $436K DPW budget shift, invasive species plan, recycling survey, and upcoming town events.
Rich Kirby, Patch Staff
Fairfield, CT|
Suspect Accused Of Running A Classic Car Scam On Fairfield Victim: PD
The victim thought he was buying a classic car, but the seller is accused of having other plans, according to Fairfield police.
Alfred Branch, Patch Staff
Downers Grove, IL|
Sean Casten Attempts To Sway Rural Illinois Voters In GOP Districts
The Democratic congressman tries to quell fears and worries of rural Illinois voters, but says the nation is in a constitutional crisis
Lorraine Swanson, Patch Staff
Lemont, IL|
Safety Upgrades Added To Crossings At Lemont, Stephen Streets
Areas near the tracks have been striped and delineators have been added.
Andrea Earnest, Patch Staff
Lacey, NJ|
Waterfront Residents Speak Against Lacey Elks Subdivision Proposal
A 3.5 hour long meeting was packed with waterfront residents who feared having to pay for rights to use the water they thought they owned.
Veronica Flesher, Patch Staff
Hinsdale-Clarendon Hills, IL|
Conservative Group Gave To Hinsdale D86 Hopefuls
The committee's head contended African American children are attacking their white counterparts.
David Giuliani, Patch Staff
Bridgewater, NJ|
50-Year-Old NJ Arts Program For Veterans, Community At Risk Of Closing
If Frontline Arts in Branchburg does not raise $50,000 by May 1, it will be in danger of closing.
Alexis Tarrazi, Patch Staff
Reston, VA|
Heroic Acts By Officers On Duty, On Vacation Honored At Valor Awards
These Fairfax County public safety personnel were recognized for going above and beyond on duty and on vacation.
Michael O'Connell, Patch Staff
Temecula, CA|
New Strip Center Planned For South Temecula, Near 15 Freeway
The center's location is planned just off Temecula Parkway. Quick Quack Car Wash and Dutch Bros. coffee are named as tenants.
Toni McAllister, Patch Staff
Belleville-Nutley, NJ|
Sham Nonprofits Are Abusing NJ’s New Foreclosure Law, Senator Says
A state law that aims to give families and nonprofits more leverage against home “flippers” is being exploited, its sponsor says.
Eric Kiefer, Patch Staff
Joliet, IL|
Brother-In-Law Attacked, Broken Glass Cuts Boy, Arrest Made: JPD
Joliet police spoke to Michael Bryant, 37, who indicated he was in a fight with his brother-in-law, arrest reports show.
John Ferak, Patch Staff
Homewood-Flossmoor, IL|
Dog Rescue Finds Its Forever Home, In Homewood: Fosters Needed
Fido's Landing is moving into space on 183rd Street, and they already feel like they're part of the community.
Lauren Traut, Patch Staff
Palm Desert, CA|
Watch: Woman Clings In 'Death Grip' To Cliff Below Pacific Crest Trail
Video shows the woman, who clung to the mountain for about an hour, awaiting helicopter rescue from the precarious spot in Riverside County.
Ashley Ludwig, Patch Staff
Joliet, IL|
Bel-Air Motel Guest Accused Of Violence Against Woman: JPD
Joliet resident John Kinzler, 47, was on the scene and was placed into custody without incident, Joliet police said.
John Ferak, Patch Staff
Burr Ridge, IL|
Grocery Chain Headquarters In Burr Ridge?
Other tenants are also expected to move into the five-story building.
David Giuliani, Patch Staff
Riverhead, NY|
Accused Gilgo Killer's Family Says Netflix Series 'Raises Questions'
Robert Macedonio, attorney for accused Gilgo killer Rex Heuermann's estranged wife, says a new Netflix series raises concerns about case.
Lisa Finn, Patch Staff
Joliet, IL|
Flasher Inside Joliet Walmart Exposes Himself To Customer: Police
Joliet police officers traveled to Romeoville and placed 37-year-old Eric Watkins into custody without incident.
John Ferak, Patch Staff
Yardley, PA|
Yardley Borough Council Pays Tribute To Police Chief Kelly
Council President Caroline Thompson and Vice President Uri Feiner discussed Police Chief Joseph Kelly III's "lasting legacy" on Yardley.
Dino Ciliberti, Patch Staff
Laguna Niguel-Dana Point, CA|
Gray Whale Calf And Mom Swim With Dolphin Off OC Coast: Photos
A mother whale and her baby calf were spotted near the Dana Point Headlands this past weekend.
Miranda Ceja, Patch Staff
Across California, CA|
CA Homeless Man Wins $1M On Scratchers Lottery Ticket Store Owner Says
"He thought he won $100,000 and was excited," the Sandy's Liquor Store co-owner said. "Then I told him he had a $1 million ticket!"
Ashley Ludwig, Patch Staff
Burr Ridge, IL|
This Many Deer In Burr Ridge Mayor's Backyard
"It's just one of the great things about living in Burr Ridge," the mayor said.
David Giuliani, Patch Staff
Hatboro-Horsham, PA|
Family Pet Clinic Opens In Horsham
The new animal hospital opened Tuesday at the former Tonelli’s Pizza Pub site on Easton Road.
Dino Ciliberti, Patch Staff
Manassas, VA|
Undetonated Civil War Projectile Found At Manassas Site
An undetonated Civil War projectile was located and removed from a historic property in Manassas
Emily Leayman, Patch Staff
Burlington, MA|
Lahey Hospital Employee To Run Boston Marathon For Organ Donation
Jennie Cataldo said her work has shown her "how life-changing organ donation can be."
Chris Rhatigan, Patch Staff
Banning-Beaumont, CA|
Fatal Shooting In Banning At Jack's Market, Police Seek Information
Banning police responded to a fatal shooting overnight at the market on 8th Street.
Ashley Ludwig, Patch Staff
La Grange, IL|
4 Retailers Set For Downtown La Grange: Developer
A downtown two-story building is set to be renovated for retail and residential space.
David Giuliani, Patch Staff
Stamford, CT|
Single-Use Plastics Could Be Banned From Stamford Restaurants
Along with restaurants, an ordinance aims to ban single-use plastics at other establishments including cafes, bars, hospitals and schools.
Richard Kaufman, Patch Staff
Bloomfield, NJ|
Bloomfield ‘Master Plan’ Needed More Public Input, Residents Say
Some local residents say that it’s worth exploring the “other side of the planning board vote.”
Eric Kiefer, Patch Staff
Midtown-Hell's Kitchen, NY|
A Wild Turkey Is Loose In Midtown, Police Say
A winged New Yorker named Astoria was spotted running in traffic Tuesday morning, police say.
Miranda Levingston, Patch Staff
Concord, NH|
Propane Tanker Rollover Reported On Interstate 93, Closes Highway
Update: Capital region fire and rescue teams, as well as state police, were at a multi-vehicle crash Tuesday; some lanes are still closed.
Tony Schinella, Patch Staff
Lemont, IL|
Lemont Board Approves Waste Management Contract
Under the new agreement, there would actually be a rate reduction for the monthly fee.
Andrea Earnest, Patch Staff
La Grange, IL|
La Grange Not Seeking Bids For Trash Pact
The head of a village panel urged officials to consider the competition.
David Giuliani, Patch Staff
East Brunswick, NJ|
East Brunswick's Ice Arena Nears Early Completion, Mayor Says
The township has also identified a program provider for the ice rink, Mayor Brad Cohen said.
Sarah Salvadore, Patch Staff
Joliet, IL|
Hit-And-Run On Laraway Marks Man's 4th DUI Arrest: Joliet Police
Pedro Barrios has opted to hire the Law Offices of Steven Haney as his criminal defense trial lawyer. Haney is a long-time Joliet lawyer.
John Ferak, Patch Staff
