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Elmhurst, IL|
Elmhurst Official With Side Business Leaving
The official frequently emailed clients during regular work hours. After a Patch inquiry, the city said it would launch a review.
Perry Hall, MD|
Memorial Day Weekend 2024: 14 Ceremonies, Concerts In Baltimore County
Memorial Day will bring ceremonies and live music. From dock bars to dog parties, here are 14 events in Baltimore County this weekend.
New Rochelle, NY|
'Touch-A-Truck' Fun: Public Works Week Swings In Like A Wrecking Ball
Who are the people in your neighborhood? If Monday's events at City Hall are any indication, it's a great group who keep the city running.
Lake Elsinore-Wildomar, CA|
Kaiser Permanente's Massive RivCo Expansion Celebrated In Wildomar
Kaiser Permanente is set to open its three-story, 84,000-square-foot building just off Interstate 15 on Wildomar Trail.
Western Springs, IL|
Union Criticizes Western Springs Low Bidder
The firm says it plans to pay the prevailing wage for a village flooring project.
Towson, MD|
Memorial Day Weekend 2024: 14 Ceremonies, Concerts Around Towson
Memorial Day will bring ceremonies and live music. From dock bars to dog parties, here are 14 events around Towson this holiday weekend.
Perry Hall, MD|
Memorial Day Weekend 2024: 14 Ceremonies, Concerts Around Perry Hall
Memorial Day will bring ceremonies and live music. From dock bars to dog parties, here are 14 events around Perry Hall this holiday weekend.
Beverly, MA|
Beverly City Hall, Lynch Park, Fire Station, Parks Projects Updated
Beverly Mayor Mike Cahill provided the updates upon the City Council's request at this week's meeting.
Basking Ridge, NJ|
Objectors Of Allen Road Manufacturing Buildings Set To Testify
Hearings on Signature Acquisitions' application to 2 buildings for light industrial/manufacturing and office will continue in June and July.
Hatboro-Horsham, PA|
Officer Ryan Allen Remembered In Hatboro Ceremony
A memorial garden and plaque was dedicated to the fallen police officer before a crowd on South York Road in Hatboro on Saturday.
Laguna Beach, CA|
2 Laguna Beach Administrators Ranked Best In CA
Two Laguna Beach Unified School District administrators were honored this month as 2024 Administrators of the Year.
Hillsborough, NJ|
This Hidden Salt Cave, Spa Offers Wellness Options In Hillsborough
Hillsborough local Alaina Molesko opened The Salty Moon an all-inclusive wellness center offering many healing options under one roof.
Troy, MI|
Troy Teachers, Parents Plan To Picket At School Board Meeting
Union leaders said teachers and staff have been working without a contract since Feb. 1 and negotiations have been ongoing for weeks.
Western Springs, IL|
'Deplorable' Streets In Western Springs Neighborhood: Runner
A resident complained about the bumpiness of the streets. "I have the scars to prove it," she said.
Livingston, NJ|
Livingston Plans Water Upgrades; Feds Lower ‘Forever Chemical’ Limits
The EPA has announced strict, new limits for PFAS chemicals in drinking water. Livingston is already working on upgrades, officials say.
Vienna, VA|
Viva Vienna's 40th Anniversary Honored By Town Council, County Board
Viva Vienna and organizers were honored for 40 years ahead of the Memorial Day weekend festival.
Laguna Niguel-Dana Point, CA|
Sequoia Seedling 'Moon Tree' Planted In Dana Point By Girl Scouts
Local Girl Scout Troop 7574 celebrated a momentous occasion Monday when they succeeded in planting a "Moon Tree" in Dana Point.
Glenview, IL|
Numerous Scams Reported Regarding Glenview Teen's Death: Police
The family of Marko Niketic, who died in a May 12 car crash, have not authorized any Facebook or GoFundMe pages to solicit donations.
Frankfort, IL|
New Deputy Chief, Two Officers Sworn In At Frankfort Board Meeting
Kevin Lenz was appointed as the new deputy chief.
East Hampton, NY|
Year After Brutal Attack On Vacation, Man's Brother Dies: 'Unbearable'
"Shine on, you crazy diamond." Springs resident Tom House rallied last year to bring his brother home after a brutal beating while away.
Worcester, MA|
Tolls At MA Border: Idea Revived By Worcester State Senator
The Senate budget bill includes a measure from Sen. Robyn Kennedy to study border tolling, a controversial idea for non-Mass Pike drivers.
Danvers, MA|
Latest Danvers Trash Fee Repeal Push Fails At Town Meeting
The proposal would have asked the Select Board to find other funding sources for the $1.4 million in new collection fees.
Princeton, NJ|
Princeton Has Opportunity To Implement Bike Facilities Plan: Officials
Township engineers are looking at implementing the goals of “complete street” officials said.
Stamford, CT|
Stamford Teen Killed In Crash Remembered For Smile, Loving Nature
A roadside memorial has been built in honor of the 17-year-old Stamford High School student who was killed in a motorcycle crash on May 17.
Arlington Heights, IL|
$6M Lead Service Line Replacements Underway In Arlington Heights
The plan's schedule for replacing lead service lines runs through 2043, with goal of replacing 6 percent of LSLs per year starting in 2027.
Manhattan, IL|
'Good Stuff Only' As Manhattan Tobacco Shop Adds Bath, Body Products
Southside Tobacco & Vape owner Scott Coveny and fiancée Linsey Piszczek have created their own bath and body line, now sold at the store.
Darien, IL|
In Tense Meeting, Darien Declines Gaza Resolution
Several outbursts prompted the mayor's warning to dismiss the audience.
Odenton-Severn, MD|
Memorial Day Weekend 2024: 21 Parades, Carnivals Around Odenton
Memorial Day will bring parades, carnivals and car shows. Here are 21 ceremonies and concerts around Odenton this weekend.
Livingston, NJ|
Livingston Council Celebrates Town’s Growing Asian Population
More than a quarter of Livingston’s residents now identify as Asian, the town’s first AAPI councilman said.
Anne Arundel, MD|
Memorial Day Weekend 2024: 21 Parades, Carnivals Around Pasadena
Memorial Day will bring parades, carnivals and car shows. Here are 21 ceremonies and concerts around Pasadena this weekend.
Annapolis, MD|
Memorial Day Weekend 2024: 21 Parades, Carnivals Around Annapolis
Memorial Day will bring parades, carnivals and car shows. Here are 21 ceremonies and concerts around Annapolis this weekend.
Phoenixville, PA|
New Brewery Officially Opens In Phoenixville
Long a favorite of local beer lovers in the know, Twelve78 Brewing has now opened its own space.
Montclair, NJ|
Russo Concedes Montclair Election: ‘Results Didn’t Surprise Me’
Bob Russo congratulated Susan Shin Andersen and Carmel Loughman on a close race. He may be pondering a school board run later this year.
Dearborn, MI|
Dearborn Cracking Down On Property Maintenance: What To Know
Officials warned tickets will be given out for egregious violations.
Southington, CT|
Southington Taxes To Rise, But Not As High As Before
Southington officials approved a nearly $180M town/school spending package for 2024-25, with the town also approving a tax increase.
Elmhurst, IL|
Elmhurst Neighbors Oppose Speed Limit Hike
They urged the city to drop the idea of an increase, citing the number of children in their neighborhood.
Hoboken, NJ|
Hoboken Responds To 2 Near-Drownings Of Dogs In Hudson River
After two recent rescues of dogs in the Hudson River, the city had a message for residents.
Worcester, MA|
New Worcester Podcast Tackles Intersection Of Urbanism, Queer Identity
Hear from Love Your Labels cofounder Joshua Croke about their new "Queer For Cities" podcast.
Elmhurst, IL|
More Dangerous Than Helpful? Elmhurst Debates Yield, Stop Signs
The city enacted a policy last year that generally calls for replacing yield signs with stops.
Point Pleasant, NJ|
Grammy-Nominated Point Boro Choir Teacher Inspires Students' Passion
"Everyone likes to make music," said Felicia Villa, who has rebuilt the high school choir program at Point Pleasant High School.