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Shirley-Mastic, NY|
Officer, Motorist Hurt In William Floyd Parkway Crash In Shirley: Police
The officer's marked cruiser was turning with its lights and siren activated when it was struck by a Kia, Suffolk police say.
Peggy Spellman Hoey, Patch Staff
New York City, NY|
Cut Your Con Edison Bill During NYC Heat Wave
A little-known program rewards households for cutting power use when the grid faces its biggest strain.
Ainsley Martinez, Patch Staff
Berkeley, CA|
July 4th Road Closures In Berkeley. What To Know
City officials say the closures are to help keep Berkeley safe.
Fernando Haro, Patch Staff
Summit, NJ|
$1.6 Million Mabie Playground Renovations Nearing Completion In Summit
The long-awaited ADA-accessible playground is expected to open soon following months of construction and upgrades.
Joe Murray, Patch Staff
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Hatboro-Horsham, PA|
Pacitti Brothers Celebrates 1-Year Anniversary In Hatboro
The ice cream and hot dog seasonal summer business on North York Road is introducing some new menu options this year.
Dino Ciliberti, Patch Staff
Bloomfield, NJ|
$584 Tax Hike Proposed In Bloomfield: What Comes Next For Town Budget
The municipal increase would be in addition to school and county taxes.
Eric Kiefer, Patch Staff
Lacey, NJ|
Lacey School Board Welcomes New Superintendent
Brewer was appointed to a three-year term beginning July 1 after county approval of his contract.
Veronica Flesher, Patch Staff
Banning-Beaumont, CA|
Beaumont Fatal Crash Prompts Road Closures: Avoid These Areas
A deadly morning collision led to this Beaumont road closure.
Ashley Ludwig, Patch Staff
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New York City, NY|
Where You Shop In NYC Can Add Dozens Of Dollars To A Cookout
See how local prices compare.
Ainsley Martinez, Patch Staff
Arlington Heights, IL|
Man Recorded Boy In Woodfield Mall Restroom: Schaumburg Police
The Rolling Meadows man was placed on electronic monitoring and ordered to stay away from children and the shopping center.
Eric DeGrechie, Patch Staff
Bridgewater, NJ|
Somerset County Vo-Tech Students Assemble 400 Care Kits For NYC Homeless Outreach
Anagha Manjrekar and Akshaj Kalepalli helped lead the student effort through NexGen STEM.
Alexis Tarrazi, Patch Staff
Morristown, NJ|
45 Years Later, A Morristown Café Still Serves French Food With A Friendly Smile
The locally beloved establishment is hosting several events to celebrate its 45 years of operation, including live music and special menus.
Jack Slocum, Patch Staff
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Ellington-Somers, CT|
Somers Budget Fails Again; More Cuts Expected
Somers voters weighed in again Tuesday on the town’s latest fiscal year 2027 budget proposal.
Jay Kenney, Patch Staff
Manville, NJ|
Hit-And-Run Driver Crashes Into 12-Year-Old Bicyclist In Manville, Police Say
A 12-year-old girl was riding her bicycle in a crosswalk with a flashing beacon when she was hit by an SUV, said police.
Alexis Tarrazi, Patch Staff
Westfield, NJ|
More Than 1,500 Pack Downtown Westfield For World Cup Watch Party
Downtown organizers expect another large crowd as Team USA returns to Quimby Street on July 1.
Joe Murray, Patch Staff
Windsor, CT|
Windsor Budget Decided In Tight Vote
Windsor voters returned to the polls Tuesday after rejecting the first FY27 budget proposal earlier in June.
Jay Kenney, Patch Staff
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Port Jefferson, NY|
LI's Tallest Ship, The Liberty Clipper, Sails Out For Thursday To Take Part In U.S.'s 250th Tall Ships Parade
SEE PHOTOS: It's one of the official U.S. flag vessels of the landmark series of events in New York City and Boston this week.
Peggy Spellman Hoey, Patch Staff
Elmhurst, IL|
ICE Faces Villa Park Backlash In Pursuing Man
A man yelled vulgarities, while a woman held a camera within inches of an agent's face, police said.
David Giuliani, Patch Staff
Ridgewood-Glen Rock, NJ|
Tour Bus Hits, Kills Man In Bergen County, Police Say
A man who was struck by a tour bus in Bergen County on Tuesday later died, prosecutors said.
Caren Lissner, Patch Staff
Rockville, MD|
'Robotics Day' Comes To Montgomery County This Month
The AOE Robotics Club will be hosting a family-friendly event celebrating creativity, engineering and innovation through a "Robotics Day."
Gaby Arancibia, Patch Staff
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Miller Place-Rocky Point, NY|
6-Alarm Blaze Rips Through Home In Rocky Point: Authorities
UPDATE: No one was hurt, authorities say.
Peggy Spellman Hoey, Patch Staff
Darien, IL|
Hinsdale South Coaches Resign, Unhappy With Situation
A coach says that "hard work, dedication and organization are not appreciated anymore."
David Giuliani, Patch Staff
Patchogue, NY|
Driver Loses Control Of Car, Crashes Off LIE In Yaphank: Police
The driver sustained a non-life-threatening injury, Suffolk police say.
Peggy Spellman Hoey, Patch Staff
Elmhurst, IL|
Incoming Elmhurst D205 Official Used Racial Slur In 2017
The district responded to concerns about a new administrator's Facebook posts.
David Giuliani, Patch Staff
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West Hartford, CT|
West Hartford Settles Lawsuit Over Alleged 2022 School Program Sexual Assaults
The West Hartford Town Council voted 7-0 last week to approve the settlement offer regarding the suit, which was filed in 2024.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
Cherry Hill, NJ|
New 'Shark & Ray' Program Coming To South Jersey Aquarium
Activities for children, all the way through adults-only, will be part of the festivities.
Eddie Callahan, Patch Staff
New York City, NY|
House of GOAL Soccer Festival Set To Take Over Industry City In NYC
House of GOAL will run from July 3 to 19 during the height of the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
David Luces, Patch Staff
Cherry Hill, NJ|
'Answered Prayers': NJ Mom Gives Kids New Beginning With Help Of New Home
Her three boys will now have a yard and more spacious rooms as they begin their new lives in South Jersey.
Eddie Callahan, Patch Staff
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Alsip-Crestwood, IL|
Chicago White Sox Fulfill 'Ultimate Wish' Of 4-Year-Old Alsip Girl Battling Cancer With Trip Around The Bases
Melanie Marquez, 4, who is being treated for medulloblastoma, and her family got a behind-the-scenes tour of the White Sox clubhouse.
Lorraine Swanson, Patch Staff
Ridgefield, CT|
Ridgefield School Planning Committee Narrows School Facilities Options For Further Review
Ridgefield school planners narrowed facilities scenarios and requested more analysis of maintenance and consolidation options.
Rich Kirby, Patch Staff
Across California, CA|
See Which CA Counties Had The Biggest Population Gains, Losses, Over The Last 5 Years
Population growth has slowed in California, but the state is not experiencing a mass exodus. Not even close.
Toni McAllister, Patch Staff
Westport, CT|
Westport RTM To Consider Resolution On Joining CT Municipal Development Authority
The Connecticut Municipal Development Authority is a quasi-public entity established under state law.
Alfred Branch, Patch Staff
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Brookline, MA|
Brookline Car Collides With 2 Parked Vehicles In Crash
The street was shut down for more than an hour as the situation was resolved.
Benjamin Pierce, Patch Staff
North Fork, NY|
Greenport Filled With 'Unstoppable Pride' As Crowds Turn Out For Pride Parade, Festival: Photos
See a huge gallery of all the joyful, colorful photos from the 4th Annual North Fork Pride Parade and Festival Saturday here.
Lisa Finn, Patch Staff
Norwalk, CT|
Norwalk P&Z To Hold Public Hearings, Review Applications During Upcoming Meeting: Agenda
The Norwalk Planning and Zoning Commission is scheduled to meet on July 1, 2026. Here's what's on the agenda.
RJ Scofield, Patch Staff
Moorestown, NJ|
Local Doctor Unretires, Starts Own Practice After Sudden Closing Of Facility In South Jersey
He's returning to a familiar location.
Eddie Callahan, Patch Staff
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Skokie, IL|
Community Calls For Answers Following Skokie Teacher's Federal Child Pornography Charge
Parents and residents pressed District 219 for answers after a Niles North teacher was charged in federal court.
Rachel Barnes, Patch Staff
Commack, NY|
Commack Woman’s 1st Day At Long Island Cares Brings Surprise Reunion
A former teacher and student are now connected again through Long Island Cares’ mission to serve Long Island families.
Kepherd Daniel, Patch Staff
Newark, NJ|
Passaic River Cleanup Remains Stalled, Newark Protesters Demand Action
New Jersey environmentalists are demanding action at one the nation's largest hazardous waste cleanups: the Diamond Alkali Superfund site.
Eric Kiefer, Patch Staff
North Fork, NY|
Sweet Beagle, Molly, Whose Owner Was Evicted, 'Didn't Think It Was Fair For Her To Live In Car', Finds Home
"Molly is enjoying her golden years lying on the couch, relaxing." It's a happy ending for a sweet beagle who won hearts with her plight.
Lisa Finn, Patch Staff
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