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Joliet, IL|
New Restaurant Alert: Rockdale Pancake House Opening Soon
The Rockdale Pancake House will occupy 400 Moen Avenue and it's right down the block from the successful Roc City Bar & Grill.
Hauppauge, NY|
Angela's House Wins Best Charity On Long Island: Bethpage Best Awards
Angela's House helps parents whose children are medically fragile and need care. "We are very proud," the founder said of winning the award.
Abington, PA|
Election 2024: How Eastern Montco Voted In Presidential Primary
President Joe Biden will face former President Donald Trump in the November general election. See their voting tallies from last Tuesday.
Deerfield, IL|
Affordable Housing Development Breaks Ground In Deerfield
Zion Woods, a 25-unit development, will be located behind Zion Lutheran Evangelical Church on Deerfield Road.
Darien, IL|
'Racist Nazi!': Outburst At Hinsdale D86 Meeting
It was the only such moment during an unusually tense three-hour school board meeting.
Worcester, MA|
New Worcester Bike Alliance Launches With Bike Month Events
May is National Bike Month. A new pro-cycling group in Worcester and Worcester County has plenty on the docket.
Farmingdale, NY|
Francesco's Pizza Of Farmingdale Closes; New Pizzeria Coming In
The pizzeria closed after opening in late 2022. Pizza Cucina is set to replace it in May, according to a sign.
Warminster, PA|
Election 2024: How Bucks County Voted In Presidential Primary
President Joe Biden will face former President Donald Trump in the November general election. See their voting tallies from Tuesday.
Southington, CT|
Veteran Educator Picked To Lead Southington School
The Southington Board of Education voted on April 25 to hire a longtime Bloomfield educator to lead one of its elementary schools.
Brick, NJ|
Roof Fire Destroys Brick Pizzeria; Neighboring Pizzeria Rallies Help
"We're a community," the owner of Papa V's Pizzeria said of his effort to help the owner and staff of Cuzzin's Pizzeria, which burned.
Oak Lawn, IL|
2 Dead In Crash At 87th Street and Cicero Avenue: Police
Two people died in a vehicle crash at 87th Street and Cicero Avenue. Hometown and Oak Lawn police are investigating.
Concord, NH|
Woman Taken To Concord Hospital On Trauma Alert After Crash: Watch
A passenger of one of the vehicles was injured in a crash at the I-93 Exit 14 interchange Sunday; a driver was arrested for drunken driving.
Lamorinda, CA|
Lafayette Juniors Lifestyle Tour To Feature 5 Beautiful Homes
Get your tickets for the 25th annual Lafayette Lifestyle Tour —formerly known as The Kitchen Tour— one of Lafayette's most beloved events.
Shirley-Mastic, NY|
1 Person Taken To Hospital After 2-Car Crash In Mastic: Police
It took place at around 11:33 p.m. Friday night, Suffolk police say.
Petaluma, CA|
Police Continue Search For At-Risk Man Missing From North Bay
Steven Allen, 67, who was reported missing Monday, was still missing Friday, police told Patch.
Naperville, IL|
3 Arrested After Call For 'Suspicious Subjects' Near Hill School
Police say no charges have been filed as of Friday night after three people were arrested near Hill Middle School.
Los Angeles, CA|
Hijacking And Series Of Stabbings Underscore Metro Safety Crisis
A stabbing and an attempted murder arraignment Friday were just two of the alarming cases contributing to Metro's safety crisis.
Concord, NH|
Concord Real Estate Agent Arrested In GOP Keyed Cars Cases: Follow-Up
Lawrence Dunlap was arrested Friday on 11 felony counts after a cop safety alert warned of found weapons, tie wraps, masks, and a manifesto.
Hoboken, NJ|
After 'Road Rage' Incident, Hoboken Police Make Arrest On Park Avenue
Police made an arrest on Park Avenue in Hoboken on Thursday morning in a suspected "road rage" incident, and continue to investigate.
Murrieta, CA|
Heart Ripped From SoCal Family Farmstead After Animals Stolen
Dan Drake of Murrieta is a large animal vet whose family farmstead in Ontario was hit by thieves. They stole his goats and broke his heart.
Petaluma, CA|
24 Adorable Photos From The Cutest Little Chick Contest
Over 100 hopeful contestants ages 0-5 turned out for the Cutest Little Chick contest, held annually during Petaluma Butter & Egg Days.
Fairfield, CT|
2 Fairfield Teachers Awarded Fund For Teachers' Fellowship Grants
The two have designed separate science-related professional growth projects.
Temecula, CA|
Smart & Final Extra! Opens In South Temecula
The store has hired 50 associates in Temecula and sells bulk items, groceries, and sundries. Have you stopped in for a peek?
Trumbull, CT|
Trumbull Holds Tree Planting Ceremony To Celebrate Arbor Day: PHOTOS
The town held a tree planting ceremony Friday morning at Indian Ledge Park in celebration of Arbor Day.
Bay Shore, NY|
Suffolk Man Dies In Police Custody After Drug Charges: PD
A West Islip man died in police custody in Bay Shore Friday morning, police said.
Southampton, NY|
'The Dining Room' Celebrates 'Heart And Hearth,' Longtime Cast Bonds
"I’ll always remember the care my mother took in creating a magnificent dinner and the love she showed, allowing me to be a part of it."
San Rafael, CA|
Marin's Inaugural Public Works Fair Is Next Month
The new fair will offer kids a chance to see and touch tractors, emergency vehicles and other machines — and see them in action.
Manhattan Beach, CA|
Green Idea House Owner To Feature In Green Committee Speaker Series
Attendees can expect to leave the event with the information they need to examine their home and lifestyle through an environmental lens.
Brick, NJ|
Brick School Budget Cuts 50 Positions For 2024-25
Rising health benefits costs and federal grant expiration led to a nearly $4 million gap that had to be closed, district officials said.
New Lenox, IL|
New Lenox Man's Legacy Inspires Family, Friends To 'Live LaMore'
The family and widow of a New Lenox man who died in a freak accident nearly 2 years ago are doing what they can to keep his legacy alive.
Los Angeles, CA|
Bojangles To Bring Its Southern Fried Chicken To CA: Drive-Thru Diary
The cult-favorite Southern chicken-and-biscuits chain is heading to In-N-Out territory — we know quality regional fast food when we see it.
Brookfield, CT|
Brookfield's Spring-Into-Summer Block Party Is Town's Newest Tradition
Brookfield's 2024 Spring Into Summer Block Party will kick off on Sunday, June 2, from 11:30 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Banning-Beaumont, CA|
Disturbing Video Alarms IE Families After Armed Student Arrest
Oak Hills High School and SB County Sheriff's Department are taking threats seriously after a student was found with a firearm on campus.
Enfield, CT|
Time Capsule From Long-Closed Enfield Parochial School Unearthed
With the pending sale of the St. Adalbert Church property, parents and former students were determined to retrieve the buried artifacts.
Millbrae, CA|
Millbrae Bike Rodeo Returns To The Peninsula Next Month
The bike rodeo is back for the first time since 2019, featuring an obstacle course, free helmets, food and refreshments and a new bike swap.
Hillsborough, NJ|
EZ Mart Opens At Former Hillsborough Wawa Location
EZ Mart replaced the decades-standing Wawa which closed after 50 years in October 2023.
West Hartford, CT|
West Hartford OKs Budget, Raises Taxes (But Not As Much)
The West Hartford Town Council approved town/school spending plans for 2024-25, with a tax hike that isn't as high as previously expected.
Bel Air, MD|
Rachel Morin Homicide: 3 Detectives Track Leads, Search For Killer
The Morin family's law firm told Patch they haven't heard of any new leads since a video was released seeking tips to find her killer.
Mission Viejo, CA|
Mission Viejo May Get New Theater As City Explores Options
City officials Tuesday approved a plan to explore the possibility of a performing arts theater in Mission Viejo.
Fairfax City, VA|
Driver Sentenced In Crash That Killed 2 Oakton High School Students
The jury in the case of a crash that killed two Oakton High students recommended a prison sentence for the driver found to be at fault.