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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.
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.
Pleasanton, CA|
Pleasanton Hosting Budget Workshop On $13M Deficit
The city is looking at $2 million in proposed cuts, including to police, fire, maintenance, library services, and more.
Newport Beach-Corona Del Mar, CA|
Candidates For Board Of Education Superintendent Share Their Views
After Superintendent Al Mijares retired in April after a year of medical leave, which of these six will fill the seat until 2026?
Orange County, CA|
Will Disneyland Resort Shutter Classic Attractions? New Designs Emerge
Never fear, Disney fans. Though new lands like "Tangled," or "Frozen" are being considered, classic rides aren't going anywhere.
Norwalk, CT|
Arthur Avenue-Style Gourmet Deli Opens At South Norwalk Restaurant
A gourmet Italian deli offering sandwiches, rainbow cookies and other Arthur Ave-inspired treats recently opened Josie & Tony's Supper Club.
Reston, VA|
Lovaas Honored By County For 26 Years As Reston Farmers Market Manager
John Lovaas, who retired in December as the Reston Farmers Market manager, received a proclamation from the Fairfax Board of Supervisors.
Mansfield-Storrs, CT|
New Dining Experience In Mansfield Comes To Circa 1700s Inn
A new culinary take at a vintage venue has come to Mansfield.
Danville, CA|
SRVHS Boys Fastest Swimmers In State
The SRVHS boys swim team won fastest for the 200 Free Relay at state competitions, while girls won second fastest.
Swampscott, MA|
Swampscott 'Espresso' Whale Buried At Preston Beach
The deceased whale that came ashore for the second time this month earlier last week was buried in Swampscott.
Greenwich, CT|
All 188 Trees Can Be Removed From CMS Site, Greenwich Tree Warden Says
A public hearing was held on May 15 after an objection was made to removing the trees.
Fairfax City, VA|
Online Threats, Extortion Of Fairfax HS Student Under Investigation
A student told police someone she met on the Purp app and Snapchat threatened to publish nude photos of her, according to court records.
Farmingdale, NY|
Meet Adventureland’s Helping Hands Foundation Of Farmingdale: Q&A
Helping Hands raises awareness of local issues, supports local initiatives, and provides educational resources for community residents.
Mid Hudson Valley, NY|
Nostalgia Updated: Orange County Drive-In Theaters Enchant Moviegoers
The Warwick Drive-In has even seen neighbors come and park together for a block-party experience.
Joliet, IL|
Joliet Outlaws Murder Defendant Won't Go Home After All: New Judge
In November 2017, Woody's bartender Katie Kearns left work and met Jeremy Boshears at the Joliet Outlaws clubhouse. She died of a gunshot.
Elmhurst, IL|
Elmhurst Teachers Pact Nears End
The district and union endured rocky times, but their relationship appears better now.
New London, CT|
IHOP Plans To Open New London Restaurant This Year
While other chain restaurants are shuttering locations, at least one has plans to open a restaurant in Connecticut.
Arlington Heights, IL|
Child Porn Found On Phone Of Man Seen Damaging Cars: Des Plaines PD
The Niles resident had left his cellphone at the scene of one of three cars he damaged last month, according to police.
Elmhurst, IL|
Elmhurst Mayor Raises $29K For Campaign
He says he is paying off debt from his race three years ago.
Joliet, IL|
Joliet Spending $820,000 To Purchase Building Near Courthouse
The Joliet City Council will vote on the building purchase at Tuesday night's meeting. The address is 63 West Jefferson Street.
West Hartford, CT|
West Hartford OK's Cash For Elmwood Community Center Architect
The town council voted to spend $3 million in American Rescue Plan Act funds to pay the architect for the Elwood Community Center project.
East Brunswick, NJ|
Here’s When East Brunswick Expects To Break Ground On The Ice Rink
Mayor Brad Cohen highlighted the challenges in dealing with the state government in getting approval for the bid document.
Syosset, NY|
$181K Raised For Diller Family, Pro-Police Charities: LI Pizza Strong
When widow Stephanie Diller spoke, "there wasn't a dry eye in the house," said Alyssa Guidice, co-founder of LI Pizza Strong.
La Grange, IL|
Could LTHS Action Jeopardize Flood Control?
A project may help with drainage in north La Grange neighborhoods, officials say.
Livingston, NJ|
Livingston Chamber Criticizes Proposed NJ Business Tax Hike
New Jersey may roll out a new tax on high-earning corporations. Here’s why supporters say it’s a good idea – and critics say it isn’t.
Hauppauge, NY|
'Disturbing' Increase In Hunger On Long Island, Food Banks Say
Food insecurity has skyrocketed on LI from 2021 to 2022 - increases of 58.3% overall and 63.4% for children. And it's not getting better.
Southeast-Brewster, NY|
$10K 'Tent Pole Commission' Grant To Hudson Valley Shakespeare Fest
"It provides a perfect framework for the 2024 season," HVSF's operating director told Patch.
Fairfield, CT|
Fairfield Child Battles Brain Tumor; Community Rallies In Support
Teddy Marchione was diagnosed with a pediatric brain tumor in 2018 when he was 2 years old.
Montgomeryville-Lansdale, PA|
Lansdale Cannoneers, Youth Football, Cheer Club, Continues To Thrive
The Cannoneers, which have been a fixture in the greater North Penn community for 60 years, are introducing new features this year.
East Islip, NY|
1 Hospitalized in East Islip Rollover Crash: PD
A woman hit a parked car and overturned her vehicle at around 3 a.m. on Friday in East Islip, Suffolk County Police say.
Hinsdale-Clarendon Hills, IL|
Ex-Hinsdale Chief Questions Axing Of Position
Village officials have "no idea" of the sacrifices deputy chiefs have made, the former fire chief said.
Worcester, MA|
Worcester E-Bike Program Participants Graduate With Mill Street Ride
Graduates from the Worcester e-bike program rode Mill Street in the rain, days after city council began an effort to take them away.
Marple Newtown, PA|
Delco Council 'Squandered' Good Will Over Don Guanella, Group Says
"In just a couple of months, Council has managed to squander all of the bi-partisan goodwill they had created," Ken Hemphill said.
Concord, NH|
Concord, Goffstown, Keene Wrestlers Participate In Commonwealth Cup
Hundreds of wrestlers from around the Northeast competed in dual tournaments, in both Greco and Freestyle forms, Commonwealth Cup Sunday.
Warminster, PA|
Rapid Toxicology Results Technology Coming To Bucks Co.
Bucks County will be one of four in the nation with a rapid toxicology analyzer device, which provides results in 31 minutes.
Newtown, PA|
St. Mary Unveils Anniversary Mural At Saint Andrew School In Newtown
The medical center commissioned the mural in celebration of its 50th year of serving the Bucks County community.
Newtown, PA|
New Details Released On Plans For Wrightstown Township Eatery
Local brothers will be bringing popular Lancaster County fried chicken sandwiches to Bucks.
Fairfield, CT|
Fairfield's Advantage In Attracting Businesses To Town
Looking for commercial real estate space? Fairfield's Office of Community & Economic Development has a tool to help you find it.