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Ardmore-Merion-Wynnewood, PA|
Merion Art And Repro Center Closing After 50-Plus Year
The business is hosting a retirement sale this week as owner and founder Ed Gamburg plans to close the business after more than 50 years.
Basking Ridge, NJ|
New Underground Speakeasy/Supper Club Opens In Bernardsville
Celebrity Chef David Burke recently opened The Bernie featuring a lineup of entertainment and culinary experiences underneath the Red Horse.
Manassas, VA|
Purchase Agreement For Former School Site Approved By Manassas Council
The sale of the former Marsteller School property was finalized to create a new city park with recreational features and a fire station.
Concord, NH|
Marijuana Joint Found In Concord Elementary School Being Investigated
SAU 8 Superintendent Kathleen Murphy confirmed a joint was found at the Beaver Meadow Elementary School in March and is under investigation.
Mendham-Chester, NJ|
Chester Elementary Students Tour NJ Statehouse, Museum In Trenton
Former Chester mayor and councilman Mike Inganamort, who is now an NJ Assemblyman, hosted an excited group of fifth-graders in the capitol.
Joliet, IL|
Taste Of Joliet's Entire Music Lineup Now In Place For June
Now that Taste of Joliet is one month away, the Joliet Park District has assembled all three days of music entertainment for June 21-23.
Bay Shore, NY|
Baby Ducks Rescued From Storm Drain By Suffolk Police: PD
"These babies were reunited with their families." – Suffolk police.
Hatboro-Horsham, PA|
Ross & Co Readies For Opening In Hatboro
The owner of GypsyBlu in Ambler prepares to open on South York Road in Hatboro. Patch was there Monday for an exclusive look.
Hinsdale-Clarendon Hills, IL|
Hinsdale D86 Tumbles Into Sport Controversy
Parents protested a principal's message about no longer paying for boys gymnastics coaches. Now, the district may change its mind.
Deerfield, IL|
Crash Causing Heavy Delays On I-94 Near Riverwoods: Police
BREAKING: The southbound lane of the interstate is backed up Tuesday morning due to a stalled vehicle.
Worcester, MA|
Permanent Speed Humps In Worcester Coming To Select Street
After a speed hump pilot program, Worcester will make some of the traffic-calming devices permanent this year. Here's where they will be.
Levittown, PA|
Special Education Director At Pennsbury Placed On Administrative Leave
Pennsbury school officials did not give a reason for why Regina Rausch is on administrative leave.
Bensalem, PA|
Woman Saved Child From Being Dropped From Interstate 95 Overpass
The Bensalem Township Council recognized Christine Dawn King's heroism. Her father was going to drop the girl off the Bensalem highway.
Wayland, MA|
Bears Spotted In Wayland: Here's What To Know
Wayland police are reminding town residents to mind what's in your yard with bears out searching for post-winter calories.
Sudbury, MA|
Chase Bank Planned For Boston Post Road In Sudbury
The Sudbury Planning Board will review plans for the 3,100 square-foot bank this month.
Hinsdale-Clarendon Hills, IL|
'Only Adults In Room' At Hinsdale D86 Meeting
A board member pushed for administrators to decide on South students' request to go off campus for lunch.
Marlborough, MA|
Traffic Cone Assault In Marlborough Ends In Holden Man's Arrest
The 21-year-old was arrested at a Lincoln Street bar in Marlborough over the weekend.
Bay Shore, NY|
5-Car Crash In Bay Shore Hospitalizes One Person: Police
A woman ran a red light on the Eastbound Sunrise Service Road, causing a chain reaction with four other vehicles.
Concord, NH|
Concord City Council Approves New Fees, Some Fee Increases
About 40 different fees, fines, and penalties for community development, fire, general services, and legal were raised or created Monday.
Orange County, CA|
OC Restaurant Health Closures: Baskin Robbins, Togo's, Texas BBQ, More
30 restaurants across Orange County closed for business as owners fixed potentially health-threatening problems.
Plainfield, IL|
Another Lockport Street House Awarded Landmark Status
The circa 1927 house is "a very good example of the Tudor Revival style in the Village [and] retains a high degree of integrity."
Manhattan, IL|
7 Injured In 3-Car Crash At US 52 And Baker Road: Manhattan Fire
The accident happened Monday afternoon. Seven people were taken to area hospitals.
Guilford, CT|
Guilford Pride Set To Hold 2nd Annual Event, Other Festivities
Due to the success of last year's gathering, Guilford Pride will hold it's second annual event on May 18.
Weston-Redding-Easton, CT|
30th Annual Weston 5K Memorial Day Road Race Set For May 25
Runners from every category will be joined by joggers, walkers, and usually a baby stroller or two at 30th annual race.
Hillsborough, NJ|
Neighbors Seek To Save 34 Acres Of Open Space In Montgomery
A petition has been launched to urge local officials to preserve the wetlands on Fairview Road as an open space for future generations.
Lacey, NJ|
Oyster Creek Power Plant Could Become 'Green Energy Park'
Holtec shared a quarterly update on the decommissioning of Oyster Creek and what its future could look like.
Hinsdale-Clarendon Hills, IL|
Hinsdale Airbnb Ban Would Be More Rigid Than Most
A village panel struck a compromise on short-term rentals in March. The matter next goes to the Village Board.
Danvers, MA|
Vandalized Danvers Eagle Restored, Returned To Rail Trail
A group of three volunteers restored the hand-carved eagle, which was returned to the Rail Trail with a commemorative plaque this weekend.
Southington, CT|
Talented Southington HS Artist Honored By School Board, Congressman
The high school junior's self-portrait will hang in the halls of the U.S. Capitol for a year, according to U.S. Rep. John Larson.
Petaluma, CA|
Fatality Reported In Head-On Collision, DUI Suspected: CHP
One woman became trapped in her car and died, while another woman was arrested on suspicion of DUI, the California Highway Patrol said.
Peabody, MA|
Peabody School Bus Stop Safety Data Shows Rampant Driver Violations
The pilot program data revealed that 3,412 vehicles failed to stop for 10 buses picking up or dropping over students over nine months.
Fairfield, CT|
CT AG Sues Cable Company Altice USA Over 'Network Enhancement Fees'
Attorney General William Tong calls the fees "unlawful."
Braintree, MA|
Campaigning For Affirmative Tax Override Vote Starts In Braintree
Amid growing concerns about a budget deficit, Mayor Erin Joyce proposed an $8 million tax levy override. Here's who supports it.
Toms River, NJ|
Play Golf Around The World, Hone Your Skills At Toms River Facility
Golf Kings' indoor golf simulator offers a wide range of fun and options for all ages and skill levels and you can play in all weather.
Plainfield, IL|
New Barro Fest To Celebrate Hispanic Heritage In Plainfield
The inaugural summer festival is like "a coming of age for our Hispanic community," Mayor John Argoudelis said.
Farmingdale, NY|
Farmingdale's Harley's American Grille Redesign Part Of Larger Revamp
The recent interior redesign is part of Harley's ongoing evolution after it transformed from a steakhouse into an American grille years ago.
Lindenhurst, NY|
New Doggy Day Care Celebrates Grand Opening In Lindenhurst
"I see their love for one another and they just bring me peace and happiness. Who doesn't love getting kisses all day long?"-Dayna Serigano.
Beverly, MA|
'Never Off Watch': Daniel G. McPherson Harbormaster Building Dedicated
McPherson's memory and contributions to Beverly were celebrated during an emotional dedication ceremony.
Mineola, NY|
Democrats Seek Transparency For Blakeman's Armed Deputies Program
The county is "trying to avoid the checks and balances that is required," Legislator Seth Koslow told Patch.
Hinsdale-Clarendon Hills, IL|
Hinsdale Central May Offer Off-Campus Lunch
It wants to watch how Hinsdale South's off-campus pilot works out.