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Southampton, NY|2h

'Gingy's Diaries' A Brilliant Look At Life And Love, Not To Be Missed

The show opens Friday in Southampton and it's a transcendent peek into the brilliant mind of a woman through every season of her rich life.

'Gingy's Diaries' A Brilliant Look At Life And Love, Not To Be Missed

Wallingford, CT|9h

Unique Fitness Center Opening In Wallingford

A new wellness facility that combines psychotherapy services with physical fitness is celebrating its grand opening in Wallingford.

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Unique Fitness Center Opening In Wallingford

Concord, NH|11h

Homeless Concord Felon’s Attempted Murder Trial Slated For 2026

Public defenders and a prosecutor are working on a plea for Vincent Mott on several charges; his attempted murder case is booked for 2026.

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Homeless Concord Felon’s Attempted Murder Trial Slated For 2026

Joliet, IL|12h

Homeless Sex Offender In Tent Near Jefferson St. Chokes Woman: Police

This marks the fourth time Matthew Duhon, a Joliet homeless man who lives in a tent, has been put in the Will County Jail since July.

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Homeless Sex Offender In Tent Near Jefferson St. Chokes Woman: Police

Joliet, IL|12h

Car Thief Visits Joliet Police Department To Confess To Crime: English

Romero Rodriguez contacted the Joliet Police Department indicating that he wished to turn himself in for this motor vehicle theft.

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Car Thief Visits Joliet Police Department To Confess To Crime: English

Temecula, CA|10h

Temecula Mayor-Former Ball Player-Throws 1st Pitch At High School Game

Mayor Brenden Kalfus donned his high school colors and took to the pitching mound at his alma mater this week in a full-circle moment.

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Temecula Mayor-Former Ball Player-Throws 1st Pitch At High School Game

Dublin, CA|13h

Dublin Student Nonprofit Helps Clean Beaches Around Bay, Ghana

REEFlect, founded by Dublin High School students, is organizing beach cleanups, creating open-source marine technology, and more.

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Dublin Student Nonprofit Helps Clean Beaches Around Bay, Ghana

Santa Monica, CA|15h

Student Sexually Assaulted At Santa Monica Library: Police

The assault happened after a man approached the student and asked for a kiss, police said. Now, they're asking for help finding the suspect.

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Student Sexually Assaulted At Santa Monica Library: Police

Annapolis, MD|15h

Anne Arundel County Budget Proposal Aids Public Safety, Schools

In a "tight budget year," the Anne Arundel County Executive unveiled a major tax announcement and vowed to protect laid-off workers.

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Anne Arundel County Budget Proposal Aids Public Safety, Schools

Darien, CT|11h

Darien Student Leads Effort To Remove Mylar Balloons From Events

The ultimate goal is to end the use of mylar balloons and limit the use of latex balloons around town.

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Darien Student Leads Effort To Remove Mylar Balloons From Events

Lake Forest, CA|16h

Global Gelato Brand To Open Storefront In Irvine

The Friday event features free gelato scoops, exclusive Gelatissimo swag and the chance to make a difference for local people in need.

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Global Gelato Brand To Open Storefront In Irvine

Palos, IL|16h

Search Continues For Missing Morgan Park Man Along Cal-Sag Channel

Palos Heights police continue search for Joshua Blair, 37, whose family said he left home early Tuesday morning and hasn't been seen since.

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Search Continues For Missing Morgan Park Man Along Cal-Sag Channel

Holmdel-Hazlet, NJ|16h

School Budget, 5.53% Tax Increase Approved By Hazlet Schools

The Hazlet Board of Education approved the budget during a Monday night meeting after applying for NJ's tax levy incentive aid program.

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School Budget, 5.53% Tax Increase Approved By Hazlet Schools

Buffalo Grove, IL|17h

Soccer Club Sets Goal To Fund New Field In Buffalo Grove

Schwaben Athletic Club, one of the oldest independent soccer clubs in the United States, will celebrate 100 years in 2026.

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Soccer Club Sets Goal To Fund New Field In Buffalo Grove

Elmhurst, IL|13h

Elmhurst Aldermen Disagree On Airbnb Rules

One wants a tougher approach than the proposal under consideration.

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Elmhurst Aldermen Disagree On Airbnb Rules

Montclair, NJ|18h

GOP Budget Will Harm Essex County Residents, Commissioner Board Says

President Trump has insisted there are no plans to touch Medicaid, Medicare or Social Security. Some dispute his claim.

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GOP Budget Will Harm Essex County Residents, Commissioner Board Says

Arlington Heights, IL|18h

9 Names Added To 'Arlington Remembers' List Of Military Members Killed

The nine, along with other local military members past and present, will be honored at the annual Memorial Day parade and ceremony.

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9 Names Added To 'Arlington Remembers' List Of Military Members Killed

Natick, MA|3h

Trio Of New Restaurants Opening In Natick Shoppers World

A trio of fresh food-focused restaurants is planning to open at Shoppers World before the end of 2025.

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Trio Of New Restaurants Opening In Natick Shoppers World

Concord, NH|18h

Downtown Concord Restaurants Prepare For Another Outdoor Dining Season

Video: Outdoor dining in the city of Concord continues for another season, starting Thursday.

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Downtown Concord Restaurants Prepare For Another Outdoor Dining Season

Southington, CT|18h

Southington Acts To Improve Water Quality In Town

The Southington Town Council approved a large contract last week for a key addition at the town's sewer plant.

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Southington Acts To Improve Water Quality In Town

Elmhurst, IL|19h

Elmhurst D205 May Settle Teacher's Retaliation Complaint

The dispute involves a conservative activist who criticized the teacher.

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Elmhurst D205 May Settle Teacher's Retaliation Complaint

Hoboken, NJ|11h

Hoboken Bakery Giorgio's Closed Years Ago, Will Finally Get New Use

This spot has been vacant since the longtime family bakery Giorgio's closed. Now the storefront on Hoboken's Main Street will get a new use.

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Hoboken Bakery Giorgio's Closed Years Ago, Will Finally Get New Use

San Ramon, CA|18h

Camino Ramon Gas Leak Fixed, Shelter-In-Place Lifted: Police

A gas leak on Camino Ramon closed traffic and resulted in a shelter-in-place at a nearby school.

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Camino Ramon Gas Leak Fixed, Shelter-In-Place Lifted: Police

Burr Ridge, IL|15h

Burr Ridge Official's Posts Questioned

He promoted two local politicians' candidacies on his Facebook page.

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Burr Ridge Official's Posts Questioned

Beverly, MA|19h

Beverly Public Library Teen Poetry Winners Celebrated

This year's contest drew more than 360 entries in the middle school and high school categories.

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Beverly Public Library Teen Poetry Winners Celebrated

Malverne-Lynbrook, NY|19h

WATCH: LI Mentalist Shows Off Skills At Private Parties, Business Gigs

"I realized that magic was a great way to be a little more in control of your destiny," Gary Ferrar told Patch.

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WATCH: LI Mentalist Shows Off Skills At Private Parties, Business Gigs

Algonquin-Lake In The Hills, IL|17h

The new 27,000-square-foot store is located at 2216 South Randall Road in Algonquin.

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Popular Grocery Store Focused On Fresh Offerings Opens At Local Mall

Edison-Metuchen, NJ|20h

Edison Council Adopts Schuyler Drive Redevelopment Plan

Council members praised the project's potential to improve neighborhood aesthetics and reduce the tax burden.

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Edison Council Adopts Schuyler Drive Redevelopment Plan

Shirley-Mastic, NY|1h

22 Alleged Gang Members Indicted In 4-Year Crime Spree On LI: DA

It spans 38 incidents, including 17 shootings, the possession of 22 illegal firearms, three armed robberies, Suffolk DA says.

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22 Alleged Gang Members Indicted In 4-Year Crime Spree On LI: DA

Basking Ridge, NJ|20h

Tax Increase Approved In Bernards Township 2025 Budget

The $48.5 million budget continued the Township's focus on public safety and maintaining all of the Township's infrastructure and equipment.

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Tax Increase Approved In Bernards Township 2025 Budget

Salem, MA|17h

Salem Haunted Happenings Face Rising Costs Amid Public Safety Concerns

Salem Mayor Dominick Pangallo said some changes are needed after the recent attacks in New Orleans and Vancouver.

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Salem Haunted Happenings Face Rising Costs Amid Public Safety Concerns

Joliet, IL|21h

Public Auction Next For Joliet's Failed Lion Electric Bus Manufacturer

​ On May 7, 2021, Gov. J.B. Pritzker came to Joliet to reveal that Canada's Lion Electric will open its first United States plant in Joliet.

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Public Auction Next For Joliet's Failed Lion Electric Bus Manufacturer

Jersey City, NJ|14h

New Downtown Jersey City Coffee Shop Mojo Has Opened

A new coffee shop in Jersey City has opened at the site of a former jewelry store.

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New Downtown Jersey City Coffee Shop Mojo Has Opened

East Brunswick, NJ|21h

East Brunswick Launches Bold Campaign To Reclaim Regional Prominence

The township's aggressive marketing initiatives hope to establish East Brunswick as a destination for visitors across New Jersey.

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East Brunswick Launches Bold Campaign To Reclaim Regional Prominence

Vernon, CT|23h

Toilet Fire, Litter Clear Signs Of User Neglect At Park In Vernon

Officials in Vernon are seeking those responsible for a portable toilet fire and extensive littering at a well-used park.

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Toilet Fire, Litter Clear Signs Of User Neglect At Park In Vernon

Patchogue, NY|1d

1 Hurt In 2 Separate Crashes In Brookhaven Town On Wednesday: Police

In one, a bicyclist was sideswiped by an SUV on Woodside Avenue in Holtsville, Suffolk police say.

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1 Hurt In 2 Separate Crashes In Brookhaven Town On Wednesday: Police

La Grange, IL|1d

Lyons' Getty Sees Big Raises In 2 Elected Jobs

He serves both Lyons and Lyons Township. His father was convicted of corruption as Lyons' village president.

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Lyons' Getty Sees Big Raises In 2 Elected Jobs

Shirley-Mastic, NY|1d

Police Seeking Info On Shooting At Home On Long Island

It happened at around 2:45 a.m. on April 11, 2024, Suffolk police say.

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Police Seeking Info On Shooting At Home On Long Island

Warminster, PA|1d

Warminster Municipal Authority Outlines Capital Projects

The agency appeared before Warminster Township to review its accomplishments over the past year and detail its projects for this year.

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Warminster Municipal Authority Outlines Capital Projects

Hinsdale-Clarendon Hills, IL|1d

Clarendon Hills Shift From Blue Collar Affects Fire Department

An official explains why the agency is changing. The village's moves are drawing criticism.

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Clarendon Hills Shift From Blue Collar Affects Fire Department