No-Excuse Absentee Voting Rolled Back In Georgia Senate
The State Senate voted along party lines to approve SB 241 which would roll back no-excuse absentee voting.ATLANTA — One bill set to restrict voting laws in Georgia passed along party lines late Monday afternoon.

Here's What The New CDC Vaccine Guidelines Mean For CT
The CDC released new guidance for how vaccinated people should interact with the vaccinated and unvaccinated.

Shake Shack Coming To Santa Monica
Shake Shack is coming to Santa Monica this spring.SANTA MONICA, CA — Get ready for burgers, shakes and tons of fries — Shake Shack is coming to Santa Monica this spring, the company told Patch.

Windsor Locks Man Charged In Connection With Firearm Incident
An investigation began after two bullet holes were found in a vehicle in a hotel parking lot, along with spent shell casings, police said.

Beach Cities On Pace To Vaccinate 2,500 South Bay Educators
Beach Cities Health District is on pace to vaccinate 2,500 educators in the South Bay, officials tell Patch.MANHATTAN BEACH, CA — Beach Cities Health District is on pace to vaccinate 2,500 educators in the South Bay, officials say.

District Asks For Volunteer Help In Reopening Schools | Patch PM
Also: Local lawmakers reach deal on COVID recovery bill | Fundraiser after teen killed in crash | More.WOBURN, MA — It's Monday, March 8.

'Connection' In Oceanside: Photo Of The Day
Patch loves photos!Share your photos with Patch and your work could be featured.OCEANSIDE, CA — Patch reader Cherie Celeste captured this photo in Oceanside.Celeste calls the picture "connection."

Santa Cruz County Warns People In CZU Burn Scar: Prepare A Go Bag
Officials don't believe people will need to evacuate, but county officials are warning people to prepare in case the weather worsens.

Where To Get COVID-19 Vaccine, Testing In Baltimore
Residents are wondering how they can get the coronavirus vaccine.See details on COVID-19 vaccination and testing in Baltimore City.BALTIMORE, MD — In Baltimore City, officials say 41,000 cases of the coronavirus have been confirmed as of Monday, March 8.

Fatal Pedestrian Crash In Malden: City
The public is asked to avoid the Hunting Street area near the Econo Lodge.MALDEN, MA — Emergency crews are at the scene of a fatal pedestrian crash on Hunting Street, according to a statement on the city of Malden's Twitter page.

Important Public Meetings This Week In Newtown Area
The Wrightstown Township Board of Supervisors will hear a concept plan for the reopening of the Wrightstown County Store.NEWTOWN, PA — Several public meetings are scheduled this week in the Newtown area.

50 Years Of Nurturing Financial Well-Being
Celebrating throughout 2021 with new locations, expanded cash access, and special offers.This is a paid post contributed by a Patch Community Partner.The views expressed in this post are the author's own, and the information presented has not been verified by Patch.

Waltham Names 2 Finalists For Whittemore School Principal Job
Between Jan. 25 and Feb. 12, some 20 people applied for the position.Four of those made it through to the interview round.WALTHAM, MA — Whittemore Elementary School is a step closer to having a permanent principal, the superintendent said Monday.

Long Beach Changes Morning Bus Schedule Due To LIRR Cutbacks
The city temporarily changed when its buses run to coincide with the new train times.LONG BEACH, NY — The City of Long Beach is changing its bus schedule to align with the new train schedule the LIRR is using.

New Baskin-Robbins, Dunkin' Combo Shop Opens In Jessup
Located at 8600 Washington Boulevard, the combo restaurant opens Tuesday at 8600 Washington Boulevard.JESSUP, MD — Howard County will welcome the area's first next generation combo restaurant featuring Dunkin' drinks and pastries alongside Baskin-Robbins ice cream treats and frozen drinks.

Post from your Patch editor: “Howdy Santa Cruz! I just posted my favorite recipe of all time...”
Howdy Santa Cruz!I just posted my favorite recipe of all time: my mom's cheesy shepherd's pie with creamy mashed potatoes, ultra-savory beef and fresh, crisp veggies.

More Than 3,000 People Without Power In Culver City
A power outage was reported in Culver City Monday morning, according to Southern California Edison.CULVER CITY, CA — More than 3,000 Southern California Edison customers were without power Monday in Culver City, the utility reports.

An 'Arbitrary' Rules Change In Burr Ridge?
The mayor says he decided to change the policy on campaign signs.BURR RIDGE, IL — Since late last month, Burr Ridge has changed its rules dealing with political signs.After repeated inquiries, Grasso acknowledged he made the decision.

Post from your Patch editor: “The following traffic controls are in place today, Monday 3-8,...”
The following traffic controls are in place today, Monday 3-8, according to the city of Healdsburg: *Piper Street between Fitch and College Streets-- lane closures, two-way traffic maintained with flaggers – Argonaut water and sewer replacement *Kennedy Lane from Healdsburg Avenue at Front Street south – lane closures, two-way traffic maintained with

Waltham Not Ready For Full, In-Person School: Superintendent
Although the state school board said most districts will have to start phasing out hybrid by April, Waltham said it needs more time.
