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
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McLean, VA|News|
Anti-Casino Stand To Be Considered By Fairfax Supervisors
Fairfax County Board of Supervisors will be considering whether to add language opposing the Tysons casino. in its 2026 Legislative Program.
Michael O'Connell, Patch Staff
Burr Ridge, IL|News|
Teacher Absences Stay High In Burr Ridge District
Two other Burr Ridge districts are below the state average.
David Giuliani, Patch Staff
Patchogue, NY|News|
Blood Supply Falls To Half Of 'Ideal' 7-Day Inventory: New York Blood Center
Types B negative, as well as O positive and negative, are "especially critical," at just a one-day supply, center says.
Peggy Spellman Hoey, Patch Staff
Lacey, NJ|News|
'An Honor And A Privilege': Lacey Police Chief Retires After 25 Years Of Service
Chief Christopher Kenny, a lifelong Lacey resident, spent 25 years in the department; three of which he served as chief.
Veronica Flesher, Patch Staff
La Grange, IL|News|
'Don't Want To Fight' Willow Springs: Broker
Brokers suggest the opposite of Lyons Township High's previous secretive process.
David Giuliani, Patch Staff
Joliet, IL|News|
Bill Dimitroulas Opening Downtown Joliet Art Gallery, After More Taxpayer 'Business Continuity Grants'
Joliet taxpayers are paying more this year to help subsidize several of Dimitroulas' downtown restaurants, including CUT 158 Chophouse.
John Ferak, Patch Staff
Abington, PA|News|
The Machine Shines On At Keswick Theatre Show
The Machine performed covers of classic Pink Floyd songs during a two-night run at the Keswick Theatre in Glenside this past week.
Dino Ciliberti, Patch Staff
Hatboro-Horsham, PA|News|
Hatboro-Horsham School Board Names President, Vice President
The Hatboro-Horsham School Board also added four new members at its reorganization meeting on Monday night.
Dino Ciliberti, Patch Staff
Across Connecticut, CT|News|
Carriages, Candles, Starlight, And A Rappelling Santa: Here’s What’s Happening In Connecticut This Weekend
From Milford’s Lamplight Stroll to Stamford’s rappelling Santa, Connecticut’s Dec. 5–7 weekend is packed with yuletide fun.
Rich Kirby, Patch Staff
Norristown, PA|News|
Teen Victim Of Norristown Shooting Was Beloved Basketball Star
Hamid Boyd, who was walking to the store Sunday when he was shot, "brought joy and hope to everyone around him," his family said.
Justin Heinze, Patch Staff
Frankfort, IL|News|
New Breakfast Restaurant Opening In Frankfort
The restaurant also has a New Lenox location.
Andrea Earnest, Patch Staff
Middletown, NJ|News|
Middletown School Superintendent Shoots Down Rumors About Hiring 2 New Athletic Directors
The district will not hire two athletic directors, the superintendent stressed, contrary to a rumor circulating around town.
Carly Baldwin, Patch Staff
Palos, IL|News|
Palos Park Teen Blackmailed Online In 'Sextortion' Scheme
The teen thought he was communicating with a girl his age on the Yubo app, when he was enticed into sending explicit photos, police said.
Lorraine Swanson, Patch Staff
Concord, NH|News|
Capital Region Firefighters Extinguish 2-Alarm Fatal House Fire In Boscawen: Video
Firefighters spent several hours on Gage Street Monday night extinguishing a house fire. One man died after being taken out of the building.
Tony Schinella, Patch Staff
Gloucester Township, NJ|News|
I-295 Reopens After Tractor Trailer Jackknifes, Shuts Down Highway In Camden Co.
The highway is closed at a busy exit that links to several other highways.
Josh Bakan, Patch Staff
Across Connecticut, CT|News|
Hartford Whalers Legend Kevin Dineen Reveals Cancer Diagnosis
Support has been pouring in for Whalers legend for former captain Kevin Dineen after he announced a battle with cancer.
Chris Dehnel, Patch Staff
Patchogue, NY|News|
Residents Escape Fire On 2nd Floor Of Patchogue Home: Police
Arson Squad detectives are investigating, Suffolk police say.
Peggy Spellman Hoey, Patch Staff
Banning-Beaumont, CA|News|
More Than New 1,400 Homes On 300 Acres Eyed Across Banning, Beaumont
Banning and Beaumont city officials will take up separate proposals this week.
Toni McAllister, Patch Staff
Pleasanton, CA|News|
Widmer World Reopens For First Season Without Founder
The Pleasanton home with hundreds of thousands of twinkling lights is open for the season, and dedicated to the memory of its namesake.
Michael Wittner, Patch Staff
Dublin, CA|News|
Dublin To Consider Allowing Live Outdoor Music Downtown, Revised Sign Rules
The council will consider allowing limited levels of outdoor live music at certain times, and new yard sign rules.
Michael Wittner, Patch Staff
Fremont, CA|News|
These East Bay Girl Scouts Are Sounding The Alarm On Artificial Turf
The scouts say the risks from artificial turf far outweigh its rewards.
Fernando Haro, Patch Staff
Lake Elsinore-Wildomar, CA|News|
Scrutiny Continues For Walmart Gas Station Planned In Lake Elsinore
The project is slated for a 1.10-acre site within the existing Walmart Supercenter parking lot at 29260 Central Avenue.
Toni McAllister, Patch Staff
Bridgewater, NJ|News|
Bridgewater Author Aims To Break Stigma Around Mental Illness Through Memoir
Denise Pimentel shares her journey through mental illness, stroke recovery, and the unshakable faith that carried her through in "Unshaken."
Alexis Tarrazi, Patch Staff
Massapequa, NY|News|
'Going To Try And Make You Feel Small:' Amateur Astronomer Brings The Universe To Massapequa Public Library
Amateur astronomer Tom Lynch will make his presentation at the Massapequa Public Library, located at 40 Harbor Ln., on Dec. 16.
Thomas Gambardella, Patch Staff
Middletown, NJ|News|
Middletown School District Will Likely Look For New Auditing Firm In The Spring
A director at HFA, the auditor the district uses, was treasurer of a PAC that donated to school board candidates Cody, Aveta and Weinstein.
Carly Baldwin, Patch Staff
Murrieta, CA|News|
More Pickleball Courts Coming To Murrieta
The city put the construction project out to bid, and staff selected a contractor. City Council is expected to approve the contract.
Toni McAllister, Patch Staff
Lemont, IL|News|
Suburban Football Star Who Battled Childhood Leukemia Hopes To Inspire Kids To Succeed
He says he wants every kid "to know they are never 'different' in a way that limits them."
Andrea Earnest, Patch Staff
Joliet, IL|News|
Joliet Woman 'Was About To Lose Consciousness And Thought She Would Die': Prosecutors
Joliet police put Jesse Moreno in Will County's Jail on charges of aggravated domestic battery and domestic battery. He's from Texas.
John Ferak, Patch Staff
Banning-Beaumont, CA|News|
Coroner ID's Body Found In Crestline As Missing Newport Beach Woman
The San Bernardino County Coroner's Office positively identified the deceased woman as a Newport Beach resident.
Ashley Ludwig, Patch Staff
Farmington, CT|News|
New Scoreboard Approved At Major Farmington Sports Complex
The town's zoning board at its last meeting said 'yes' to a site plan for a new scoreboard at the facility.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
Arlington, VA|News|
Daytime Safety, Dining Satisfaction Among Rosslyn's Key Strengths: Survey
Nearly 1,100 stakeholders participated in the Rosslyn Business Improvement District's recent Perception Survey.
Michael O'Connell, Patch Staff
Fairfield, CT|News|
3rd Suspect Accused Of Stealing Tires: Fairfield Police
The three are accused of stealing tires from the Town Fair Tire store in Southport, according to authorities.
Alfred Branch, Patch Staff
Basking Ridge, NJ|News|
AI Usage At Ridge High School: Bernards Township District Updates Rules, Guidelines
The school district clarified its guidelines and rules for utilizing artificial intelligence within the academic curriculum.
Alexis Tarrazi, Patch Staff
Hinsdale-Clarendon Hills, IL|News|
Some In Clarendon Hills Upset With Intersection Changes
A top village official says the adjustments are working well. Some residents feel otherwise.
David Giuliani, Patch Staff
Stamford, CT|News|
Simmons Sworn In, Looks Forward To 2nd Term As Stamford's Chief Elected Official
Mayor Caroline Simmons officially began her second term as mayor on Monday.
Richard Kaufman, Patch Staff
Shirley-Mastic, NY|News|
1 Hurt In Crash Monday Morning On LIE In Yaphank: Police
He was taken to a local hospital for treatment of non-life-threatening injuries, Suffolk police say.
Peggy Spellman Hoey, Patch Staff
Miller Place-Rocky Point, NY|News|
Arson Squad Investigating Fire At Auto Repair Shop In Rocky Point: Police
No was hurt, Suffolk police say.
Peggy Spellman Hoey, Patch Staff
San Diego, CA|News|
San Diego Holiday Pop-Up Bars 2025: Festive Spots To Visit This Holiday Season
Bars in San Diego have transformed into festive pop-ups filled with twinkling lights and themed cocktails.
Kristina Houck, Patch Staff
Watchung-Green Brook, NJ|News|
New Mexican Cocina Opening Off Route 22 In Green Brook
Ember Agave will be replacing Pacha Mama, which opened last year in the same location.
Alexis Tarrazi, Patch Staff
