Los Angeles, CA|News|
Celebrities, Volunteers To Make 250K Meatballs In LA This Weekend
Hundreds of people will participate in "Meatball Madness."
Good Deeds
Celebrating acts of kindness in communities across the country.
Banning-Beaumont, CA|News|
Local Healthcare Worker Catches Adult Annoying Child Outside IE School, Intervenes
"Go Kick Rocks!" He said, chasing away a stranger, protecting the child. His story is a model of "if you see something, say something."
Ashley Ludwig, Patch Staff
San Francisco, CA|News|
Sea Lion Pup Found Wandering Around SF Streets
Rescuers are evaluating the pup. It's unknown why it was away from its usual habitat.
Fernando Haro, Patch Staff
Livingston, NJ|News|
Good News In Essex County: Lifesavers + Free Food Fridges + Passover Meals
New Jersey is filled with humor, inspiration and kindness. Here are seven stories to make you smile from Essex County.
Eric Kiefer, Patch Staff
Redwood City-Woodside, CA|News|
Watch: Firefighters Save Baby Deer Trapped In SMC Fence
A fire crew was called to the scene to rescue the little fawn.
Albert Gregory, Patch Staff
Murrieta, CA|News|
Over 10.5K New Diapers Collected In Annual Southwest Riverside County Radio Station Drive
Donations from the community were distributed to local organizations in Lake Elsinore and Temecula that serve mothers and families in need.
Ashley Ludwig, Patch Staff
Banning-Beaumont, CA|News|
Local Professionals Come Together To Inspire Beaumont Youth
Brookside Elementary students met 20 professionals at a career day aimed at real-world learning connections.
Renee Schiavone, Patch Staff
Healdsburg, CA|News|
We'll Come To You: Van Brings Services To Sonoma County Towns
Mobile vans deliver benefits access, health support, and in-person assistance to residents far from Sonoma County offices.
Angela Woodall, Patch Staff
Livingston, NJ|News|
These NJ Parents Saved Their Kids' Lives With Kidney Donations
VIDEO: Dozens of kidney recipients, donors, family members and doctors had a heartwarming reunion at a North Jersey hospital.
Eric Kiefer, Patch Staff
Rohnert Park-Cotati, CA|News|
Rohnert Park Welcomes Giant Hammer, Recalls Healdsburg 'Stolen Hammer' Legacy
How many 18-foot public art hammers does Sonoma County need? So far, at least two: in Healdsburg and now a sister hammer in Rohnert Park.
Angela Woodall, Patch Staff
Healdsburg, CA|News|
Healdsburg 'Stolen Hammer' Legacy Lives On In Rohnert Park
How many 18-foot public art hammers does Sonoma County need? So far, at least two: in Healdsburg and now a sister hammer in Rohnert Park.
Angela Woodall, Patch Staff
Petaluma, CA|News|
Race To Save Stranded Bovine, Beloved Lucy
Rescuers specialized in big animal incidents fought terrain and time to rescue Lucy from thick blackberry bramble and fencing.
Angela Woodall, Patch Staff
Healdsburg, CA|News|
Race To Save Stranded Beloved Lucy, A Scottish Highland Cow
Rescuers specialized in big animal incidents fought terrain and time to rescue Lucy from thick blackberry bramble and fencing.
Angela Woodall, Patch Staff
Newark, NJ|News|
These 'Free Refrigerators' In Newark Are Easing Hunger Across The City
The fridges are open all day and night. They’re stocked with items like milk, juice, fruits and veggies – all available at no cost.
Eric Kiefer, Patch Staff
Newark, NJ|News|
Make-A-Wish Helps Newark Student Live Out His Dream Of Being A Doctor
“I realized more than ever, I was born to be a doctor,” the inspiring youth told his mother.
Eric Kiefer, Patch Staff
West Orange, NJ|News|
12 Worthy Fundraisers To Attend In Essex County: 2026 Events
Participants can get reduced admission to the Turtle Back Zoo, Codey Arena and minigolf at the South Mountain Rec Complex.
Eric Kiefer, Patch Staff
Alameda, CA|News|
'Secure Your Pet Doors': Alameda Police Issue PSA After Raccoon Found In Home
Alameda police are advising community members to check that their pet doors are secure, or risk a "new (unexpected) pet."
Fernando Haro, Patch Staff
West Orange, NJ|News|
West Orange Students Fundraise For Community Projects In Ecuador, Dominican Republic
With $1,300 already secured, the team is seeking additional funding to meet its goal.
Eric Kiefer, Patch Staff
South Orange, NJ|News|
NJ Volunteers Deliver Passover Meals To Holocaust Survivors, Seniors
Volunteers delivered holiday meals throughout North Jersey. A Model Seder event also inspired some holiday camaraderie.
Eric Kiefer, Patch Staff
West Orange, NJ|News|
Good News In Essex County: NCAA Champ + Glassblowing + Community Service
New Jersey is filled with humor, inspiration and kindness. Here are seven stories to make you smile from Essex County.
Eric Kiefer, Patch Staff
Across California, CA|News|
6 Events To Take Care Of The Planet In Northern CA
Celebrate Earth Day and Arbor Day by exploring events focused on sustainability, community cleanup and appreciating the great outdoors.
Albert Gregory, Patch Staff
Novato, CA|News|
Local Band Teacher Raises Money For Instruments At Marin County Middle School
The middle school needs community assistance to equip a growing band program with instruments for student practice.
Albert Gregory, Patch Staff
Belleville-Nutley, NJ|News|
Nutley Town Staffer Honored As ‘Leader Of Change’ For Community Service
Nutley Mayor: “When I looked at the criteria for the award, I immediately thought of Meredith Blank.”
Eric Kiefer, Patch Staff
Newark, NJ|News|
Dedicated School Counselor In Newark Earns Award For ‘Answering The Call’
Sherlie Blaise was named the 2026 Essex County Counselor of the Year by the New Jersey School Counselors Association.
Eric Kiefer, Patch Staff
Lamorinda, CA|News|
Moraga 'Citizen Of The Year' Named, Fete To Follow
A community leader recognized for civic leadership and public safety advocacy across Moraga earns 'Citizen of the Year.'
Angela Woodall, Patch Staff
West Haven, CT|News|
$8K Gift Benefits Breast Cancer Scholarship Fund In Memory of Former West Haven Schoolteacher
The scholarship fund raises breast cancer awareness in honor of Susan Ruickoldt, a third-grade teacher who died of breast cancer in 1997.
Vincent Salzo, Patch Staff
Farmington, CT|News|
Major Farmington Fundraiser Raises $35K For Police, Local Aid
Farmington Community Chest's March 28 event set an attendance record.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
Newark, NJ|News|
‘Breaking The Glass Ceiling’ In Newark: Unique NJ Nonprofit Celebrates 25 Years Of Fire And Art
GlassRoots has been sparking joy for teens and young adults by teaching them the art of blowing glass.
Eric Kiefer, Patch Staff
Alameda, CA|News|
Fundraiser Launched Following Blaze At Historic Camron-Stanford House
The cause of the fire remains under investigation.
Fernando Haro, Patch Staff
Montclair, NJ|News|
New Nonprofit In Montclair Seeks To Empower Youth With Career, Leadership Training
Kora Kora Corp aims to empower North Jersey underprivileged youth with career and leadership training.
Eric Kiefer, Patch Staff
Alameda, CA|News|
Orphaned SoCal Mountain Lion Cub Recovering At East Bay Zoo
The mother may have abandoned the cub over an abnormal limb, zoo officials said.
Fernando Haro, Patch Staff
Middletown, NJ|News|
April Volunteer Opportunities On Sandy Hook
Join American Littoral Society for the following events:
Carly Baldwin, Patch Staff
San Francisco, CA|News|
A Critically Endangered Wolf Species Is Mounting A Wild Comeback
“This is really huge for this subspecies,” Tina Hunter Burnam, San Francisco Zoo's Curator of Carnivores, said.
Fernando Haro, Patch Staff
Newark, NJ|News|
Good News In Essex County: Peak Bloom + Olympic Skaters + Nursing + Cleanup Days
New Jersey is filled with humor, inspiration and kindness. Here are seven stories to make you smile from Essex County.
Eric Kiefer, Patch Staff
Bloomfield, NJ|News|
50 Volunteers Clean Up Future Site Of Essex-Hudson Greenway
The volunteers removed litter and cut back vegetation. The site will be home to a huge hiking and biking pathway.
Eric Kiefer, Patch Staff
Dublin, CA|News|
Dublin Teen Collects 700+ Books, Restocks & Repairs Little Libraries
Emerald High School junior Nithya Ravuri helped repair worn out Little Library boxes, and hosted an event promoting reading and literacy.
Michael Wittner, Patch Staff
Berlin, CT|News|
Berlin High Seniors Earn Major Arts Awards
The duo was honored this week as CAS Arts Awards winners for excellence in visual and performing arts.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
Los Angeles, CA|News|
Groomers Help Matted Rescue Dogs After LA County Animal Raid: Photos
See photos of some of the hundreds of dogs rescued last month from the Antelope Valley getting much-needed makeovers.
Chris Lindahl, Patch Staff
Hamden, CT|News|
Healthcare Warriors To Be Honored By Hamden Regional Chamber
The Hamden Regional Chamber of Commerce will honor local healthcare workers at an upcoming event. See the full list of honorees here.
Vincent Salzo, Patch Staff
Palm Desert, CA|News|
Grant Expands Food Access For Students At CSUSB Palm Desert Campus
The H.N. and Frances C. Berger Foundation grant will help fund the campus's DEN Food Pantry and add a grab-and-go food refrigerator.
Toni McAllister, Patch Staff
