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Toms River, NJ|
Tax Increases In Toms River School District Under Tentative 2026-27 Budget
The district's four towns will see tax increases, due in part to significant increases in health insurance, officials said.
Karen Wall, Patch Staff
Napa Valley, CA|
Napa Wine Tastemakers Swerve With New Tasting Lounge And Subdued Style
Could a legacy winery and storied tastemakers be entering a new phase as industry pressures reshape how wine is experienced?
Angela Woodall, Patch Staff
Palos Verdes, CA|
Rancho Palos Verdes Could Hike Hotel, Golf Course Taxes By 3-5%
The city's hotel room tax could rise by 3%, and its golf course use tax by 5%, if voters approve.
Mark Nero, Patch Staff
Joliet, IL|
GUILTY: Joliet Police Detective Loses Bench Trial Before Kendall Co. Judge Despite Testifying
Peter Ranstead took the witness stand Thursday afternoon to testify in his own defense. His story was the exact opposite of his wife's.
John Ferak, Patch Staff
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Joliet, IL|
Joliet Technology Center Vote By City Council Goes 8 To 1, Audience Claps With Approval
Monday's data center meeting lasted over seven-and-half hours, forcing city officials to reconvene their discussion to a later date.
John Ferak, Patch Staff
Cherry Hill, NJ|
Former South Jersey Educator Writes Children's Book
This is his first book.
Eddie Callahan, Patch Staff
Across America, US|
We’re Looking For The Most Epic April Fools’ Day Prank Ever: Survey
A good April Fools’ Day prank is clever, well-timed and without a hint of malice. Share the best prank you ever pulled or had pulled on you.
Beth Dalbey, Patch Staff
Long Island, NY|
‘Homegrown Heroes’ Celebrates Local Impact, Inspires Next Generation
Community leaders and honorees emphasized legacy, collaboration and opportunity during the inaugural Adelphi event.
Kepherd Daniel, Patch Staff
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Mill Valley, CA|
Avalanche Victims Honored At Mill Valley City Council Meeting
The meeting opened with a remembrance of the tragedy that has impacted the region.
Albert Gregory, Patch Staff
Concord, NH|
Penacook Man Arrested For Burglary, Theft, And Indecent Exposure After Incident In Concord Apartment Building
Alexis Antonio Martinez was accused of pleasuring himself in the hallway of the Davis Ridge building and burglarizing a woman’s apartment.
Tony Schinella, Patch Staff
Temecula, CA|
Beloved Tortoise, 'Mr. Whistles,' Lost In Temecula: Have You Seen Him?
This little guy, about the size of half a crate of paper, escaped from his Temecula home this week. Have you seen him?
Ashley Ludwig, Patch Staff
Upper East Side, NY|
Legal Cannabis Dispensary Opens In Lenox Hill
The dispensary is designed to feel less transactional and more like a hotel lobby, right down to the free coffee and cute shop dog.
Miranda Levingston, Patch Staff
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Across Connecticut, CT|
How Much Snow Fell Across Connecticut This Winter — See The Totals
See how much snow fell in your area this winter.
Hayleigh Evans, Patch Staff
Bay Shore, NY|
“I Thought It Was Anxiety”: After Driving Herself To ER With Heart Attack, LI Woman Flatlined — And Survived
A Bay Shore woman went into cardiac arrest minutes after arriving — on the anniversary of her mother’s fatal heart attack — doctors say.
Kepherd Daniel, Patch Staff
Fairfield, CT|
Southport Resident Wins JFK Jr. Lookalike Contest
For years, Andrew Ginsburg has been told that he looks like the late president's son and heartthrob.
Alfred Branch, Patch Staff
Oak Forest, IL|
The Original Hog Wild's New Location Now Open
The new location is under the same ownership as those in New Lenox and Oak Lawn, the owner said.
Lauren Traut, Patch Staff
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Homer Glen-Lockport, IL|
St. Joseph Knights Of Columbus Council's Chili Cook-Off Gathers Over 200 People, 15 Chili Entries
Program Director Mark Gawron said the Feb. 28 event was a "smashing success."
Andrea Earnest, Patch Staff
Chicago, IL|
Skokie Adopts 2026-2029 Strategic Plan To Guide Priorities, Spending
The new plan outlines five priorities for village services, inclusion, governance, community vibrancy and finances.
Rachel Barnes, Patch Staff
West Chester, PA|
Popular Netflix Show Filming In West Chester
The show is expected to bring $24 million to the local economy and create 1,709 jobs, state officials said.
Justin Heinze, Patch Staff
Danbury, CT|
Danbury To Appeal $16M Judgment, Warns Of ‘Dangerous’ Impact Across CT
City officials say the ruling could have far-reaching consequences for municipalities statewide if it stands.
Hayleigh Evans, Patch Staff
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Salem, MA|
Salem's $500 'Basic Income' Pilot Program In The Spotlight
Salem State will host a panel discussion on the program and its impact on those who received the funds.
Scott Souza, Patch Staff
Tolland, CT|
Tolland Town Council To Review Grant, Land Sale And Road Extension On March 24
Council members are scheduled to consider a records grant, a Susan Drive parcel sale and a road extension matter.
Chris Dehnel, Patch Staff
Marlborough, MA|
Have You Seen Boro Box? The Smart Cooler Is Not Your Average Vending Machine
Longtime Marlborough resident Mike Blair launched his own business, bringing high-tech coolers to local schools and sporting facilities.
Jessie Castellano, Patch Staff
Hillsborough, NJ|
NJ Man Charged With Double Murder Of Parents Faces Judge After Being Shot By Police
Patrick J. Lin, 37, of Hillsborough, is charged with the double homicide of his parents in September 2025.
Alexis Tarrazi, Patch Staff
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Lake Forest-Lake Bluff, IL|
Rules Change In Lake Forest For Parking In Business District
Parking rules in Lake Forest's Central Business District will change starting in May.
Rachel Barnes, Patch Staff
West Hartford, CT|
West Hartford Council Will Now Oversee Affordable Housing Site Plans
The ordinance, approved last week, shifts some affordable housing site plan reviews to elected officials instead of town staff.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
Upper East Side, NY|
New Greek Restaurant To Open On The UES
A new eatery is set to open later this month, replacing another Greek restaurant.
Miranda Levingston, Patch Staff
Yardley, PA|
New Councilman Named In Yardley Borough
Jonathan Woodring was appointed Tuesday night to replace former Council President Uri Feiner, whose tenure wrapped up last week.
Dino Ciliberti, Patch Staff
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Hoboken, NJ|
Three Businesses To Open To Hoboken's Washington Street
When a Hoboken business closes its doors, someone might open a new one.
Caren Lissner, Patch Staff
Danbury, CT|
Danbury Home Values Higher Than CT Average — Here’s What Homes Are Worth
Typical home values in Danbury are higher than the Connecticut average, according to Zillow data.
Hayleigh Evans, Patch Staff
Novato, CA|
Council Clears Key Step In $3 Million State Loan For Homeless Housing In Novato
A lease rider will let Homeward Bound of Marin finalize state financing for 50 completed supportive housing units.
Albert Gregory, Patch Staff
Canton, CT|
LOOK: Canton's Winner In Annual Fire Prevention Poster Contest
The Canton pupil was the town's winner in the annual Connecticut Fire Prevention Poster Contest, with selectmen honoring her last week.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
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San Francisco, CA|
Quakes, Swarm Hit Multiple Corners Of NorCal In 24 Hours
A swarm and several small quakes struck four corners of Northern California in just 24 hours.
Michael Wittner, Patch Staff
Belleville-Nutley, NJ|
Belleville Schools Face $2M Revenue Shortfall, Early Budget Numbers Show
A one-two punch of state and federal cuts are putting Belleville’s schools in a hole as a new budget season begins, administrators say.
Eric Kiefer, Patch Staff
Branford, CT|
Rescued From Hoarder Home, Year In Shelter, Now 'Hospice Case,' Freddy Needs True Forever Home
With a just-discovered genetic disorder, which is terminal, Freddy really needs out of the shelter "now:" Dan Cosgrove Animal Shelter.
Ellyn Santiago, Patch Staff
St. Pete, FL|
Nerd Nite St. Pete Plans First-Ever Nerdscursion To Urban Homestead
Nerd Nite St. Pete will bring a group to tour an urban homestead in Gulfport and learn about sustainable living for its first Nerdscursion.
Tiffany Razzano, Patch Staff
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Palm Desert, CA|
Gas Leak In La Quinta Leads To Road Closure, Evacuations
Four medical buildings were evacuated and lanes were shut down during the incident, Cal Fire/Riverside County Fire Department says.
Ashley Ludwig, Patch Staff
Mill Valley, CA|
Tobacco, Nicotine Ban Backed By Mill Valley City Council
A drafted ordinance phases out commercial sales of tobacco and nicotine products after testimony on health concerns.
Albert Gregory, Patch Staff
Belleville-Nutley, NJ|
Belleville Students Invited To Volunteer At ICE Prison, Angry Parents Raise Outcry
"I got the weirdest email from my counselor today," a high school student told his grandmother.
Eric Kiefer, Patch Staff
Banning-Beaumont, CA|
Stabbing In Banning, Arrest Made On Oregon Trail: Police
Police arrived to find a man and woman outside of a Banning home, one of them stabbed in a domestic dispute. Here's what happened.
Ashley Ludwig, Patch Staff
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