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Taste of Madison kicks off Saturday with 80+ food vendors and live entertainment
MADISON, Wis. (WKOW) – Saturday marks the beginning of the Taste of Madison, transforming Capitol Square into the largest picnic with more than 80 food vendors. Entertainment will be featured on two stages, alongside a play area with games and...

Cold Lake’s summer rush festival brings music, community, and culture together
The Cold Lake waterfront came alive from Aug. 22 to 24 as the Summer Rush Festival once transformed a portion of land into a vibrant celebration of music, art, and community. COLD LAKE – The Cold Lake waterfront came alive from Aug. 22 to 24 as...
ALERT: City of Melbourne Rescinds Boil Water Notice, Water is Now Safe to Drink
boil water notice issued on August 28 The boil water notice issued on August 28 is hereby rescinded, following the satisfactory completion of a bacteriological survey that shows the water is safe to drink. Residents may call the City of Melbourne...

'We Want Regulars, Not Just Customers': Westfield Welcomes New Restaurant To The Community
While the menu "evolves with the seasons," the founder tells Patch that the commitment to community partnerships is here to stay. Posted Thu, Aug 28, 2025 at 5:30 pm ET|Updated Fri, Aug 29, 2025 at 12:56 pm ET WESTFIELD, NJ - What started as an...

Insight: As immigration raids spread fear in the community, Church’s solidarity is an act of faith and of justice
ICE agents arrest a man after conducting a raid on the apartment complex on Feb. 5, 2025. (OSV Photo by Kevin Mohatt, Reuters) The fear of immigration raids has spread deep into the Washington metropolitan area Hispanic community. The constant...

India Still Most Populous In World But Baby Boom Shows Signs Of Slowing
The Third World Penis is Mightier than the Sword “We have been God-like in our planned breeding of our domesticated plants and animals, but we have been rabbit-like in our unplanned breeding of ourselves.” –Arnold Joseph Toynbee Throughout...

DIYer shares photos after making creative use of old drink cartons: 'I love this idea'
"That is so creative." by Drew JonesAugust 29, 2025 Creativity and sustainability collide as a skilled upcycler shared their clever DIY hack in Reddit's r/upcycling community. The original poster turned used drink cartons — such as coconut water...

This Ontario festival at world’s largest underground salt mine features Canadian rock band Finger Eleven this Labour Day weekend
The world’s largest underground salt mine in Goderich, Ont. is hosting a Salt and Harvest Festival this Labour Day weekend. Canadian rock group Finger Eleven, which hails from Burlington, will headline the event, which runs from Thursday, Aug. 28...

Annunciation shooting victims, Fletcher and Harper, remembered by a grieving community
(OSV News) ─ Eight-year-old Fletcher Merkel "loved his family, friends, fishing, cooking and any sport that he was allowed to play." Ten-year-old Harper Moyski was a "joyful" big sister, who was "bright" and "deeply loved." The parents of both...

Teenage vandals destroy van donated to local food pantry
A church and food pantry wanted to sell a donated van to raise money and help more people. But, the van was destroyed while parked on church property. FOX 4's David Sentendrey is in Pleasant Grove speaking with the food bank's founder. DALLAS - A...

Disney World Guests Are Paying up to $59 per Meal Here Amid Price Hikes
Have you heard the news about one of Disney World’s most infamous restaurants? Credit: Disney Related: Disney Fans Aren’t Going To Like This ‘Star Wars’ Ride Update There’s a lot to enjoy at Walt Disney World, with the resort featuring a...

Man told Sudbury police he wanted to drink, do coke before being arrested
Breadcrumb Trail Links News Local News Officers had been called after he started trouble at his parents' home Published Aug 29, 2025 • Last updated 36 minutes ago • 3 minute read Andre Jameus avoided more time in jail after his latest brush with...

WFP: Sudan faces world’s worst hunger crisis
SUDAN – The World Food Programme (WFP) has issued a stark warning that Sudan is now experiencing the largest hunger crisis in the world, with nearly 25 million people, half of the country population, facing food insecurity. Among them, 3,5 million...

Arkansas National Guard marks 20 years since Hurricane Katrina relief efforts
NORTH LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS, UNITED STATES 08.29.2025 CAMP JOSEPH T. ROBINSON, Ark. — Hurricane Katrina came and went 20 years ago, and left an indelible mark, not only on the Louisiana and Mississippi Gulf Coast, but also those in the Arkansas...

Cashton Fall Fest celebrates 78th year with music, food and fun
The Cashton Community Club’s 78th annual Cashton Fall Fest takes place in the village park, Sept. 5-7. The Fall Fest kickoff is Wednesday, Sept. 3, from 5:30 to 8 p.m. at the Bank of Cashton, 724 Front St. There will be food and refreshments and...

Coffey visits Motherland Gardens Community Project to discuss urban farming in Springfield
Michael J. Coffey Jr., Illinois State Representative for 95th District | www.facebook.comMichael J. Coffey Jr., Illinois State Representative for 95th District | www.facebook.com Illinois State Representative Mike Coffey (R-Springfield) visited...

Organizations explore food waste solutions in the Copper Country
HANCOCK, Mich. (WBUP/WJMN) — Agriculture on a large scale, and even gardening too, does not like to waste food. But after fruits or vegetables leave the farm, items can end up in the landfill because of general food waste. On Thursday, Aug. 28,...

Join The Fun At The World’s Largest Bingo Hall This Fall
Hey Bingo fans of Connecticut, did you know that the largest Bingo hall in the world is in Southeastern Connecticut? Every inch of Connecticut has been spoken for and monetized, but there's a little more room to build around Connecticut's two...

Promontory Foundation awards $330K in grants to local nonprofits
The Promontory Foundation is the charitable arm of the Promontory Club, a private, gated community east of Park City. “The Happiest Hour” grant reception is an event club members look forward to every year as it’s the night when they get to see...

Rodney Community Garden thrives after new fencing keeps rabbits out
Breadcrumb Trail Links Opinion Column A strong harvest, shared responsibilities and community spirit are at the heart of the Rodney Community Garden The Rodney Community Garden Larry Schneider jpeg, WE, apsmc Like most gardens in the area, the...