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Elmhurst, IL|
'Tragic' Planned Demolition In Elmhurst Draws Opposition
The city is being asked to reject a homeowner's request for a zoning change. The owner paid $2 million.
Farmington, CT|
New Pickleball Complex/Splash Pad Approved In Farmington
The Farmington Plan & Zoning Commission recently approved plans to build pickleball courts and a splash pad at a town-owned golf course.
Stamford, CT|
Stamford Unveils Newly Renovated West Beach Boat Ramp
The ramp was widened and now allows for all-tide access and the ability to simultaneously launch two boats, Stamford officials said.
Yardley, PA|
Snapshot: Goslings Waddle While Seeking Breakfast In Yardley
Yardley photographer Josh Friedman captures landscape frames of scenes throughout Bucks County in this Patch photo feature.
Brooklyn, NY|
PHOTOS: Pop Singer Charli XCX Performs Surprise BK Show
The singer performed the song "Club Classics" off her new album Brat at The Lot Radio in Greenpoint Thursday.
Joliet, IL|
Joliet Child's Heroin Death: 'Was It An Accident? Was It On Purpose?'
Mya King, age 12, died of a heroin overdose April 17. Joliet police arrested her mother, but State's Attorney Glasgow has not filed charges.
Lake Elsinore-Wildomar, CA|
'Returned' Kitty Rescued By CA Amazon Worker: How Galena Got Home
A Utah family shipped their cat to Riverside County in an Amazon returns box. Here's how part-time cat rescuer Brandy Hunter stepped in.
Abington, PA|
Protected Bike Route Grant Sought In Abington Twp.
Abington Township is applying for a $75,000 grant through the Delaware Valley Regional Planning Commission.
Hatboro-Horsham, PA|
'Cat In The Hat(boro)' Rescue Has Happy Ending
A cat was stuck in a tree recently for 12 hours. After his rescue, the cat spent the night at the borough manager's house.
Massapequa, NY|
GoFundMe For Slain Detective's Family Tops $1 Million In Donations
"It's just like this accomplishment that you can't celebrate," said Christopher Johnson, who launched and still maintains the site.
Romeoville, IL|
Romeoville Grocery Efforts Unsuccessful, Village Looks To Future
Grocers were concerned about competition, sister stores in the area and market conditions, Mallon said.
Darien, IL|
Opposition To Darien Duplex Plan Remains
The neighbors' lawyer said they will "grieve the loss of their home as they have known it."
Westfield, NJ|
Westfield Driver Ignores Stop Sign Before Rollover Crash: Police
The crash caused Springfield Avenue to remain closed for about an hour on Thursday night.
Across America, US|
No Mow May: An Excuse To Be Lazy Or Help For Pollinators? [Block Talk]
For some people, the mowing season is in full swing. Others, who are observing “No Mow May,” say the pause helps imperiled pollinators.
Nashua, NH|
Nashua Woman Faces Burglary Charge After April Temple Street Incident
Kailey Rowley is accused of burglarizing an apartment with others last month, one of whom was armed with a box cutter.
Orland Park, IL|
Former Orland Officials' Families Question Removal Of Names From Signs
The families of former Orland Park officials are concerned about the removal of the men's names from signs on buildings named after them.
Ellicott City, MD|
Clarks Ace Hardware In Howard County Sold To Westlake Ace Hardware
For 179 years, Clarks Ace Hardware has helped HoCo residents tackle projects, fuel up grills and redecorate rooms. They're closing soon.
Bel Air, MD|
Stack And Store Opens In Bel Air, Making 8th Location In Harford Co.
Family-owned Stack and Store has opened its 2nd location in Bel Air, making it the 8th store in Harford County with high tech features.
Manchester, NJ|
Ex-Superintendent's Suit Alleges Manchester Fired Him Because He's Gay
John Berenato was fired Nov. 7 in the wake of a lawsuit by Principal Evelyn Swift accusing him of age and gender discrimination.
Temecula, CA|
Free-Speech Restrictions, Antisemitism Tested In RivCo And Beyond
In a bipartisan move, Riverside County's Congressional members, along with their CA colleagues, helped pass the Antisemitism Awareness Act.
Fredericksburg, VA|
Fairfax Filmmaker Featured In May 2-5 Fredericksburg Film Festival
Joe Carabeo's short movie Kira Vs Everyone is one of the 33 films being screened as part of the Fredericksburg Film Festival.
Joliet, IL|
'Mouthwatering Tacos' For Joliet: Taco Pros Seeks City Council's OK
The Joliet City Council will vote at Tuesday's meeting whether to approve a special use permit so Taco Pros can build a drive-thru window.
Brentwood-Central Islip, NY|
Islip Firefighters Rescue 2 Trapped In Southern State Car Wreck
Islip Fire Department rescued two people trapped in a vehicle that crashed on the Southern State Parkway.
Farmingdale, NY|
Farmingdale's The Nutty Irishman Recovery Room Adds More Baked Goods
The Nutty Irishman is hoping to give Farmingdale more of what it wants: baked goods. Chef Kristina Grimes called it her "perfect scenario."
Danbury, CT|
Danbury Community Meetup Group Flourishes Amidst Loneliness Epidemic
A Danbury meet-up group for 20-and-30 somethings is undergoing a Renaissance, and one mother of three is to thank for the turnaround.
Wilmette-Kenilworth, IL|
Wilmette Awards Contract For Implementation Of Bike, Pedestrian Plan
The village board last week approved a $29,000 contract with the same engineering firm that developed its active transportation master plan.
Babylon Village, NY|
2 LI Spas Closed After Sex Acts Performed On Clients: Town Officials
2 Long Island massage parlors were closed after town officials were told employees performed sex acts for paying customers, the town says.
Hinsdale-Clarendon Hills, IL|
Hinsdale's 'Epitome Of Luxury'?
This street represents the "highest ideals of prestige and privilege," according to a survey.
Fairfax City, VA|
Fairfax City Elementary School Principal To Lead Katherine Johnson MS
Officials from Fairfax County and the City of Fairfax school systems announced the hiring of a new principal for the city's middle school.
Manchester, NJ|
Superintendent Tried To Force Me To Retire: Manchester Principal
Whiting Principal Evelyn Swift alleges in a lawsuit Superintendent John Berenato harassed her repeatedly based on her age, gender and race.
Manchester, NJ|
Teachers Union Urges Suspension For Manchester Superintendent
The Manchester Township Board of Education is holding a special meeting Tuesday to discuss the superintendent's contract.
St. Pete, FL|
Tampa Bay Author’s Cookbook Offers Veggie Versions Of FL Favorites
“The Florida Vegetarian Cookbook” by Dalia Colón was released by the University Press of Florida at the end of March.
Joliet, IL|
$1.2 Million: Joliet's 'Sprawling Contemporary Masterpiece' For Sale
"Every moment spent in this sanctuary is a testament to the art of gracious living," proclaims Adam Stary of The Stary Group.
Yardley, PA|
Harvest Day Now Has September Date In Yardley
The annual borough event was wiped out by Tropical Storm Ophelia in Yardley last year.
Palm Desert, CA|
B-52s Icon Puts Glamping Campground On Market In SoCal
"Roam" if you want to, and grab your "Legal Tender" to see what $452,000 buys you near Joshua Tree: A bit of B-52s rock and roll history.
Middletown, NJ|
CAPS Awaits Approval To Open In Middletown, Amid Bombshell Report
Middletown has not approved CAPS' request to open a charter school at Mater Dei, as the Star Ledger investigates high salaries at CAPS:
Walnut Creek, CA|
Watch: 'Future Of Walnut Creek' Focus Of Leadership Forum
See Walnut Creek City Mangar Dan Buckshi, Mayor Loella Haskew and other local leaders discuss the city's future during a recent forum.
Hillsborough, NJ|
Father-Daughter Duo: A Recipe For Success At Hillsborough Pizzeria
Both born in Italy, Salvatore Anzalone and his daughter Ylenia are continuing to share their family's love of Italian food in Hillsborough.
Reston, VA|
Beloved Yoga Hosts Marvelous May Open House, Pop-Up, Mini Classes
Beloved Yoga studio on Sunset Hills Road has served the Reston community for nearly 20 years.
Oak Lawn, IL|
Bullets Fly At Chicago Ridge Commons, Gunfire Erupts From 2 Cars: Cops
25 shell casings and a live round were found in the parking lot after four men in two cars began shooting at each other, police say.