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See what’s happening in your community Discover and offer local goods and services Share and discover events near you Support local businesses and promote your own Sign up Read the latest stories from Patch’s team of local journalists Concord, NH | 1h Concord City Council Approves New Fees, Some Fee Increases About 40 different fees, fines, and penalties for community development, fire, general services, and legal were raised or created Monday. Tony Schinella , Patch Staff Orange County, CA | 3h OC Restaurant Health Closures: Baskin Robbins, Togo’s, Texas BBQ, More 30 restaurants across Orange County closed for business as owners fixed potentially health-threatening problems. Ashley Ludwig , Patch Staff Plainfield, IL | 4h Another Lockport Street House Awarded Landmark Status The circa 1927 house is "a very good example of the Tudor Revival style in the Village [and] retains a high degree of integrity." Emily Rosca , Patch Staff Manhattan, IL | 5h 7 Injured In 3-Car Crash At US 52 And Baker Road: Manhattan Fire The accident happened Monday afternoon. Seven people were taken to area hospitals. Lauren Traut , Patch Staff Guilford, CT | 6h Guilford Pride Set To Hold 2nd Annual Event, Other Festivities Due to the success of last year’s gathering, Guilford Pride will hold it’s second annual event on May 18. Richard Kaufman , Patch Staff Weston-Redding-Easton, CT | 6h 30th Annual Weston 5K Memorial Day Road Race Set For May 25 Runners from every category will be joined by joggers, walkers, and usually a baby stroller or two at 30th annual race. Rich Kirby , Patch Staff Hillsborough, NJ | 7h Neighbors Seek To Save 34 Acres Of Open Space In Montgomery A petition has been launched to urge local officials to preserve the wetlands on Fairview Road as an open space for future generations. Alexis Tarrazi , Patch Staff Lacey, NJ | 8h Oyster Creek Power Plant Could Become ’Green Energy Park’ Holtec shared a quarterly update on the decommissioning of Oyster Creek and what its future could look like. Veronica Flesher , Patch Staff Hinsdale-Clarendon Hills, IL | 8h Hinsdale Airbnb Ban Would Be More Rigid Than Most A village panel struck a compromise on short-term rentals in March. The matter next goes to the Village Board. David Giuliani , Patch Staff Danvers, MA | 8h Vandalized Danvers Eagle Restored, Returned To Rail Trail A group of three volunteers restored the hand-carved eagle, which was returned to the Rail Trail with a commemorative plaque this weekend. Scott Souza , Patch Staff Southington, CT | 9h Talented Southington HS Artist Honored By School Board, Congressman The high school junior’s self-portrait will hang in the halls of the U.S. Capitol for a year, according to U.S. Rep. John Larson. Michael Lemanski , Patch Staff Petaluma, CA | 9h Fatality Reported In Head-On Collision, DUI Suspected: CHP One woman became trapped in her car and died, while another woman was arrested on suspicion of DUI, the California Highway Patrol said. Maggie Fusek , Patch Staff Peabody, MA | 10h Peabody School Bus Stop Safety Data Shows Rampant Driver Violations The pilot program data revealed that 3,412 vehicles failed to stop for 10 buses picking up or dropping over students over nine months. Scott Souza , Patch Staff Fairfield, CT | 8h CT AG Sues Cable Company Altice USA Over ’Network Enhancement Fees’ Attorney General William Tong calls the fees "unlawful." Alfred Branch , Patch Staff Braintree, MA | 10h Campaigning For Affirmative Tax Override Vote Starts In Braintree Amid growing concerns about a budget deficit, Mayor Erin Joyce proposed an $8 million tax levy override. Here’s who supports it. Montana Samuels , Patch Staff Toms River, NJ | 10h Play Golf Around The World, Hone Your Skills At Toms River Facility Golf Kings’ indoor golf simulator offers a wide range of fun and options for all ages and skill levels and you can play in all weather. Karen Wall , Patch Staff Plainfield, IL | 11h New Barro Fest To Celebrate Hispanic Heritage In Plainfield The inaugural summer festival is like "a coming of age for our Hispanic community," Mayor John Argoudelis said. Emily Rosca , Patch Staff Farmingdale, NY | 11h Farmingdale’s Harley’s American Grille Redesign Part Of Larger Revamp The recent interior redesign is part of Harley’s ongoing evolution after it transformed from a steakhouse into an American grille years ago. Michael DeSantis , Patch Staff Lindenhurst, NY | 11h New Doggy Day Care Celebrates Grand Opening In Lindenhurst "I see their love for one another and they just bring me peace and happiness. Who doesn’t love getting kisses all day long?"-Dayna Serigano. Jade Eckardt , Patch Staff Beverly, MA | 11h ’Never Off Watch’: Daniel G. McPherson Harbormaster Building Dedicated McPherson’s memory and contributions to Beverly were celebrated during an emotional dedication ceremony. Scott Souza , Patch Staff Mineola, NY | 12h Democrats Seek Transparency For Blakeman’s Armed Deputies Program The county is "trying to avoid the checks and balances that is required," Legislator Seth Koslow told Patch. Jerry Barmash , Patch Staff Hinsdale-Clarendon Hills, IL | 12h Hinsdale Central May Offer Off-Campus Lunch It wants to watch how Hinsdale South’s off-campus pilot works out. David Giuliani , Patch Staff Sayville-Bayport, NY | 12h Driver Hits And Injures Cyclist In Sayville: PD A cyclist was injured after being struck by a 2000 Toyota in Sayville on Saturday, according to police. Jade Eckardt , Patch Staff Worcester, MA | 9h Worcester Cable Board Members Quit Over Spectrum Contract Renewal Three Cable Television Advisory Committees members have resigned, saying they aren’t being allow to speak to city council about their work. Neal McNamara , Patch Staff Darien, IL | 12h Darien Country Club Didn’t Get Permit For Project: Official A resident alerted Darien about the project, so the city looked into it. David Giuliani , Patch Staff Sudbury, MA | 13h New Sudbury Bodywork Law Tested After 2 Spas Shuttered Town officials closed the massage spas after discovering they didn’t have permits under a new law that went into effect in November. Neal McNamara , Patch Staff Elmhurst, IL | 13h Elmhurst Elementary Principal Leaving For Another Job The school board is set to name a replacement at its meeting Tuesday. David Giuliani , Patch Staff Norwalk, CT | 14h Norwalk Hotel Reopens As ’The Watershed’ After Extensive Renovation The former Hotel Zero Degrees recently reopened as The Watershed, a 96-room boutique hotel and event venue, after a five-month renovation. RJ Scofield , Patch Staff Perry Hall, MD | 7h Baltimore County Primary Election Candidates, Polling Places: Guide The Maryland primary election is on Tuesday. Check your candidates and polling place in Patch’s Baltimore County voter guide. Jacob Baumgart , Patch Staff Anne Arundel, MD | 7h Anne Arundel Primary Election Candidates, Polling Places: Voter Guide The Maryland primary election is on Tuesday. Check your candidates and polling place in Patch’s Anne Arundel County voter guide. Jacob Baumgart , Patch Staff Doylestown, PA | 17h "Spring Sing Showcase" In Doylestown Benefits Child Abuse Prevention Six students from the Anne Ordland Voice Studio presented a...