La Grange, IL|News|
State Police Investigate Argo Credit Card Spending
Porn was among the superintendent's expenditures, a school inquiry found. The board president promised to rebuild trust.
David Giuliani, Patch Staff
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Orland Park, IL|News|
Orland Settles Lawsuit With Unjustly Fired Cop For $550K, Sergeant Reinstated
The suit alleged that the sergeant was fired in February 2024 in retaliation after he filed a complaint against police leadership.
Lauren Traut, Patch Staff
Berkeley, CA|News|
Police Seek 'Person Of Interest' In Fatal Shooting Of East Bay Man
Josue Cornejo, 23, was fatally shot in Richmond last month, and police say his killer is still at large.
Fernando Haro, Patch Staff
Brookfield, CT|News|
Cell Tower Debate Dominates Brookfield Selectmen Meeting As Board Reviews Finances And Appointments
Brookfield residents object to proposed cell tower at Dec. 1 meeting as selectmen review finances, grants and board appointments.
Rich Kirby, Patch Staff
Elmhurst, IL|News|
Elmhurst Tax Hike Gets Unanimous Backing
An official made the case for the increase, citing a worsening budget situation.
David Giuliani, Patch Staff
Fairfield, CT|News|
Major Factory Store Opening New Location In Fairfield
The popular clothing store, which specializes in preppy fashion, is coming to Black Rock Turnpike next spring.
Alfred Branch, Patch Staff
Temecula, CA|News|
Stalled Construction At Temecula Senior Living Community Has Residents Asking Questions
Work on a building project at the corner of Margarita and Solana roads remains incomplete after months of delay.
Ashley Ludwig, Patch Staff
Shelton-Derby, CT|News|
Mother, Daughter To Open New Cozy Italian Kitchen In Shelton
Nonna Lisa's, a new family-owned restaurant featuring homemade Italian dishes, is planned to open soon in Shelton.
RJ Scofield, Patch Staff
Harlem, NY|News|
Legendary NYC Jazz Club Hits The Market For $20M
A piece of jazz-age history is for sale in Manhattan.
Miranda Levingston, Patch Staff
Shorewood, IL|News|
Barrio Burrito Bar's Route 59 Grand Opening In Shorewood: 'This Brand Is Growing So Fast In The U.S.'
Barrio Burrito Bar has opened its first location in Illinois on Tuesday, choosing the growing village of Shorewood as its first destination.
John Ferak, Patch Staff
Middletown, NJ|News|
Middletown School Board Sued Joe Fitzgerald, Seeking To Have Him Banned From BOE, And Lost The Case
Legal fees the school district owes to Weiner Law Group for the case are now under review, and three Board members don't want to pay them:
Carly Baldwin, Patch Staff
Huntington, NY|News|
Metro PT Donates 500 Pies As Smithtown Teen Expands Huntington Food Drive For LI Families
After hearing how the shutdown affected local families — including her own — Gabby Vetere launched a drive, which is expanding.
Kepherd Daniel, Patch Staff
Northport, NY|News|
Paris, Gentle Young Mama Left Behind During Divorce, Needs A Home: Northport Pet Of The Week
The calm, petite cat cared for her kittens — and others — before entering foster care, a volunteer said.
Kepherd Daniel, Patch Staff
Napa Valley, CA|News|
Fundraiser For Napa Women Critically Injured On Way To Visit Newborn
'The happiest days of our lives turned into one of the hardest' — A fundraiser for three women severely injured in a Nov. 23 crash.
Angela Woodall, Patch Staff
Winnetka-Glencoe, IL|News|
New Trier Athletics Adds 4 New Hall Of Honor Inductees
Four new inductees to the New Trier High School Athletics Department's Hall of Honor will be celebrated for their support of the program.
Rachel Barnes, Patch Staff
Merrick, NY|News|
Handmade For The Holidays: Merrick Public Library Hosts Local Vendor Market
The market will allow a lineup of local artists and vendors to set up shop in the library's community room.
Thomas Gambardella, Patch Staff
Huntington, NY|News|
Shy Tabby Tommi, Longtime Shelter Resident Looking For A Home: Huntington Adoptable Pet Of The Week
The 3½-year-old rescue cat has a quiet, loving personality and hopes for a family of her own.
Kepherd Daniel, Patch Staff
Mineola, NY|News|
New Greek Restaurant Opens Its Doors In Williston Park
The co-owners shared their delight with the community's response.
Melanie Gulbas, Patch Staff
Upper East Side, NY|News|
Eataly Caffè Sets An Opening Date On The Upper East Side
Buon appetito.
Miranda Levingston, Patch Staff
Manchester, CT|News|
1917: When The Milk Dealers Were Tried And True In Manchester
The Manchester Historical Society recently took a look at the old Milk vendors in Manchester.
Chris Dehnel, Patch Staff
Swampscott, MA|News|
Swampscott Hawthorne Property Debate Extended As Town Meeting Approves Lease Option
Town meeting members voted to provide a lease option of the restaurant building for up to 2 1/2 years.
Scott Souza, Patch Staff
Bellmore, NY|News|
"I Saw Myself In Him:" Volunteers Find Friendship, Support Through Service
A Bellmore and Hicksville resident met while lending their support for the community and advocating for individuals with disabilities.
Melanie Gulbas, Patch Staff
San Diego, CA|News|
Slime Kitchen Opens Second San Diego Area Location, Aims To Expand In SoCal
Slime Kitchen gives kids — and kids at heart — the chance to be a chef, chemist and creator all at once, according to the growing company.
Kristina Houck, Patch Staff
Across America|News|
What’s The Etiquette Of Sharing Holiday Leftovers? Block Talk
Is it OK or rude for holiday guests to bring their own to-go containers, with the assumption they’ll take home leftovers from the feast?
Beth Dalbey, Patch Staff
Upper East Side, NY|News|
$14.5M Pre-War Duplex Penthouse Tops UES Real Estate Deals
Manhattan's luxury market is booming right now.
Miranda Levingston, Patch Staff
Concord, NH|News|
Homeless Felon Arrested On Burglary, Theft, And Mischief Charges After Multi-Week Investigation
Vincent Segura was accused of burglarizing the Suds Appeal laundromat in the West End in June; Richard Kuchinsky was charged in September.
Tony Schinella, Patch Staff
Western Springs, IL|News|
'Unintended Consequences' In Western Springs: Official
The local Little League twice made changes without a permit, village officials said.
David Giuliani, Patch Staff
Greenwich, CT|News|
Selectmen Sworn In, New Term Begins In Greenwich
The Board of Selectmen officially began a new term following a swearing-in ceremony on Monday at the Cohen Eastern Greenwich Civic Center.
Richard Kaufman, Patch Staff
Merrick, NY|News|
Nassau County Firefighters Collect Donations For Wounded Service Members
The donations will be driven down to Mid-Atlantic military bases starting Wednesday morning.
Thomas Gambardella, Patch Staff
Gloucester Township, NJ|News|
ShopRite In Gloucester Twp. To Close After 45 Years, Ahead Of New Store's Opening
With a mega ShopRite opening down the road, the longtime grocery store will close in a few days.
Josh Bakan, Patch Staff
Crystal Lake-Cary, IL|News|
Readers Share Snow Pics: 7-Foot Snowman, Winter Wonderland
We asked and you provided. Patch.com readers shared their favorite pictures from last weekend's winter storm.
Amie Schaenzer, Patch Staff
Joliet, IL|News|
Tinted Windows, A Joliet Police Stop, Now Detention Under SAFE-T-Act: Complaint
Two Joliet police officers saw the black Chevy Blazer with tinted windows going southbound on North Chicago Street near Ohio Street.
John Ferak, Patch Staff
Bensalem, PA|News|
New School Board President, Vice President Named In Bensalem
Four Democrats were sworn at Monday night's Bensalem School Board reorganization meeting.
Dino Ciliberti, Patch Staff
Medford, MA|News|
Medford Police Mourn Death Of Former Lieutenant
Lawrence Groves served many roles in his decorated 35-year career with Medford police.
Benjamin Pierce, Patch Staff
Sachem, NY|News|
7 Years For 'Drug Dealer' Who Peddled Cocaine To Undercover Officer At Ronkonkoma Bar: DA
Defense attorney Steven Wilutis said his client took responsibility and apologized for what he did in his pre-sentencing report.
Peggy Spellman Hoey, Patch Staff
Shrewsbury, MA|News|
Shrewsbury Boy Scouts Help Raise New Flag At Senior Living Community
The group helped community members and residents to retire their old flag.
Jessie Castellano, Patch Staff
Milford, CT|News|
Stew Leonard's Considers Milford For New Store
While the iconic grocery store has long had plans to build in Orange, Milford could be in the mix as well.
Chris Rhatigan, Patch Staff
Los Angeles, CA|News|
Nearly 200 Dogs Euthanized At LA County Shelter Amid Viral Outbreak
An outbreak of deadly virus prompted a rare mass euthanization at the county's busiest shelter, drawing criticism from animal advocates.
Chris Lindahl, Patch Staff
Northbrook, IL|News|
'Rag-Tag Bunch' Must Save The Holiday In Northbrook Theatre's 'A Christmas Chaos'
The Northbrook Park District community theater group's latest production will include 36 local actors.
Eric DeGrechie, Patch Staff
Basking Ridge, NJ|News|
Gunshots Reported Across Basking Ridge Due To Hunting Season
Bernards Township Police said they have been getting reports of gunshots all over town.
Alexis Tarrazi, Patch Staff
