Guilford, CT|News|
1st Pathfinder Award Recipients Announced By Guilford Rotary Club At Guilford High School
The Pathfinder Award recognizes students who demonstrate leadership, service, resilience, and strong character.
Vincent Salzo, Patch Staff
Good Deeds
Celebrating acts of kindness in communities across the country.
Wantagh-Seaford, NY|News|
Seaford Bowler Wins Scholar Athlete Award
The five-year varsity athlete has maintained a 99.3 weighted GPA throughout his high school career.
Tom Gambardella, Patch Staff
Montclair, NJ|News|
Good News In Essex County: Best Movie Theater + St. Patrick’s Day + Cherry Blossoms
New Jersey is filled with humor, inspiration and kindness. Here are seven stories to make you smile from Essex County.
Eric Kiefer, Patch Staff
Towson, MD|News|
'Special Moment': Dozens Of Pets Homed After Mega Adoption Event
Dozens of pets were successfully homed after a pop-up adoption event was held inside a former Walmart.
Gaby Arancibia, Patch Staff
Across Illinois, IL|News|
St. Paddy's Pics, Six Flags Anniversary, More: Good News, Illinois
This week, we ring in spring with a selection of our most chipper good news stories from across Illinois.
Lisa Marie Farver, Patch Staff
Murrieta, CA|News|
3rd Annual Vineyard Senior Prom Shines With Hollywood Glamour, Intergenerational Fun
These Temescal Canyon High School students joined the residents of the Vineyard Place Anthem Memory Care community with the dance.
Ashley Ludwig, Patch Staff
San Diego, CA|News|
New Exhibit At Birch Aquarium Focuses On Endangered Yellow-Legged Frog Conservation Efforts
The new installation features some of Birch Aquarium's own mountain yellow-legged frogs.
Kristina Houck, Patch Staff
Melrose, MA|News|
Melrose Foundation Will Honor Educator With Brand New Award
The award will recognize and reward one district faculty member.
Benjamin Pierce, Patch Staff
East Brunswick, NJ|News|
East Brunswick Student Among Best High School Leaders, Wins $20K Coca-Cola Scholarship
The student was chosen from more than 107,000 applicants nationwide. She founded a backpack business for kids with feeding tubes.
Sarah Salvadore, Patch Staff
Marlborough, MA|News|
Hospital Campus In Marlborough Gets $100K For Emergency Department Renovation, Expansion
The project will nearly double the size of the emergency room at UMass Memorial Medical Center's Marlborough Campus.
Jessie Castellano, Patch Staff
Granby-East Granby, CT|News|
Free Vision Checks For Kids Offered In Granby
The free walk-in event will take place Saturday morning at the Farmington Valley YMCA.
Jay Kenney, Patch Staff
Simsbury, CT|News|
Local American Legion Makes Donation To Support Simsbury TV Broadcasts
The veterans organization is aiding the local media organization entrusted with recording municipal meetings and events.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
Ellington-Somers, CT|News|
Clothing, Books, And More Needed For Ellington Fundraising Drive
Organizers say gently used items can help raise funds while giving residents a chance to declutter this spring.
Jay Kenney, Patch Staff
Concord, CA|News|
Helping Get Food Where It's Needed Amid Rising Hunger, Grocery Prices In Contra Costa County
Local nonprofit is asking for community's help expanding deliveries to meet record demand amid rising grocery prices.
Angela Woodall, Patch Staff
New Lenox, IL|News|
Save The Date: Friends Of New Lenox Library's Spring Book Sale Set For April 25
Fill a bag for $10, or buy used books, DVDs, puzzles individually.
Lauren Traut, Patch Staff
Rancho Santa Margarita, CA|News|
Ladera Ranch Woman Recognized For Outstanding Work With Water District
The South Orange County woman was recognized for her values-driven leadership while working with the Santa Margarita Water District.
Miranda Ceja, Patch Staff
Brookline, MA|News|
Brookline Taqueria Partnering With Prominent Food Security Organization
Anna's has multiple locations across Massachusetts and Rhode Island.
Benjamin Pierce, Patch Staff
Lawrenceville, NJ|News|
Painter, Calligrapher, Humanitarian: Lawrence HS Senior Wins Mercer Co. Achievement Award
The teen's work across Lawrence Township and the region earned her the 2026 Young Woman of Achievement designation from the county.
Sarah Salvadore, Patch Staff
Swampscott, MA|News|
North Shore Vietnam Veterans Breakfast Set For Swampscott School
The free public event will recognize local Vietnam War veterans and include remarks from public officials and a guest speaker.
Scott Souza, Patch Staff
Bridgewater, NJ|News|
Community Rallies To Help 65 Left Homeless By Fire In Branchburg
The Branchburg PTO has launched a fundraiser following the fire at Red Rock Preserve off Old York Road near Route 202 on Wednesday.
Alexis Tarrazi, Patch Staff
Wyckoff, NJ|News|
Bergen County-Based Baker Of Famous Cookies Needs Kidney Transplant
A Franklin Lakes dad still works for his family's 99-year-old cookie company, but 11 hours of dialysis each night are taking a toll.
Caren Lissner, Patch Staff
Greenwich, CT|Neighbor News|
Junior League of Greenwich Announces Its High School Community Service Award
Local female high school students passionate about community service can now apply for a Community Service Award worth $2,000.
Communications Team, Community Contributor
Long Beach, CA|News|
LA County DA Honors 2 With 'Courage Awards' At Long Beach Ceremony
Two people who exhibited bravery in the face of danger were presented with Courage Awards in Long Beach by LA County DA Nathan Hochman.
Mark Nero, Patch Staff
Walnut Creek, CA|News|
Paw-Parazzi Contest Extends Cutest Vote, Sparks Final Push
Joybound People & Pets boosts stakes with bonus votes as supporters rally to secure top spots in the 2027 calendar.
Angela Woodall, Patch Staff
Southington, CT|News|
Foundation Awards $2.7M, Names New Leaders At Annual Meeting
The Main Street Community Foundation serves the communities of Bristol, Burlington, Plainville, Plymouth, Southington, and Wolcott.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
Beverly, MA|News|
Beverly Home Expo And Plant Sale To Benefit Kathy's Kids Foundation
The Greater Beverly Chamber of Commerce will host the Home Expo and Plant Sale at the Beverly Cove Community Center.
Scott Souza, Patch Staff
Tuscaloosa, AL|News|
'Love Our Lakes Day' Cleanup Event Set For Saturday At Lake Tuscaloosa
The city will host "Love Our Lakes Day" Saturday, March 21, at Lake Tuscaloosa
Ryan Phillips, Patch Staff
Ocean City, NJ|News|
Kyle Evans Memorial Golf Outing Raises $20,000 For Shore Medical Center Opioid Initiatives
A recent $20,000 donation brings total support from the Kyle Evans Memorial Golf Outing to $100,000 over five years.
Veronica Flesher, Patch Staff
Across America|Sponsored|
The Kind Of Neighbor You Hope For, The Kind Of Stranger You Don’t Forget
From a brand partner: From a simple favor to life-changing support, these acts of kindness left a lasting impression.
Doylestown, PA|News|
Community Icons Honored As 'Sisters Of History' By Doylestown Borough
Mayor Noni West and the borough council presented proclamations honoring Doreen and Judith Stratton for their dedication to Doylestown.
Jeff Werner, Patch Staff
Brookfield, CT|News|
Fire Instructor Course Announced In Brookfield
The Brookfield Volunteer Fire Company is offering a multi-week certification course starting in May.
Hayleigh Evans, Patch Staff
Bridgewater, NJ|News|
Somerset County Vocational Student Selected For Unsung Hero Award
Shane Shanahan was honored for his dedication to school life and community service efforts in the Somerset County region.
Alexis Tarrazi, Patch Staff
Miller Place-Rocky Point, NY|News|
'Bruno,' The Last One Hiding: Strong Island Animal Rescue Nabs Rascally Rat, After 652 Others Get Homes
It's been 10 weeks, and they finally caught the last domestic rat hiding out in a Rocky Point home, animal rescuers say.
Peggy Spellman Hoey, Patch Staff
Wallingford, CT|News|
Wallingford Student Wins Grand Prize In CHET Dream Big! Competition
The student, who earned $20,000 toward his future education, was recently recognized along with other students from across the state.
Vincent Salzo, Patch Staff
Hamden, CT|News|
Hamden Student Wins First Prize In CHET Dream Big! Competition
The student, who earned $20,000 toward her future education, was recently recognized along with other students from across the state.
Vincent Salzo, Patch Staff
Temecula, CA|News|
TVHS Rising Above Club, Raises Awareness, Problem Solving For Children Suffering Abuse, Neglect
A group of students at Temecula Valley High School has an eye for starting a community closet for abuse and neglect victims.
Ashley Ludwig, Patch Staff
San Ramon, CA|News|
San Ramon Library Hosting Spring Mega Book Sale
Choose among thousands of gently used books, which mostly cost between $1-5. Proceeds benefit the San Ramon Library Foundation.
Michael Wittner, Patch Staff
Manhattan Beach, CA|News|
Manhattan Beach Looking For Volunteers To Help Remove Non-Native Coastal Plants
A two-hour volunteer event to help restore the city's coastal dunes is scheduled for Saturday morning.
Mark Nero, Patch Staff
New Lenox, IL|News|
New Lenox Community Emergency Response Team Seeks Volunteers
NL CERT opens signup for spring volunteer training program. Free course teaches emergency preparedness, community response skills.
Lauren Traut, Patch Staff
Greenwich, CT|News|
Greenwich Green & Clean To Hold Spring Beach Cleanup Event In April
The organization will hold a fun, family-friendly weekend celebration as participants clean up debris along the shores of Greenwich Point.
RJ Scofield, Patch Staff
