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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
West Islip, NY|News|
62 Students Earn NJHS Honors At Beach Street Middle School Ceremony
Students recognized for scholarship, leadership, service, citizenship and character during March 16 ceremony.
Kepherd Daniel, Patch Staff
Branford, CT|News|
Public Reception For Photographer, Musician, Longtime CT Hospice Volunteer's Exhibit 'Cosmos'
Saturday from 2-5 p.m., free public reception for photography exhibit at CT Hospice features cosmic wonders captured by volunteer Al Papsun.
Ellyn Santiago, Patch Staff
Southington, CT|News|
Southington Land Conservation Trust Invites Public To March 19 Meeting
The Southington Land Conservation Trust is an all-volunteer organization founded in 1973, dedicated to preserving land in town.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
Huntington, NY|Neighbor News|
Huntington Senior Center Marks 10th Soda Bread Contest, 52 Years Of Service
Annual St. Patrick’s Day contest brings seniors, officials together as the center marks more than 5 decades serving the community.
Kepherd Daniel, Patch Staff
Red Bank-Shrewsbury, NJ|News|
Annual 5K Unites Communities To Raise Awareness For Suicide Prevention
Funds from the race directly support student wellness initiatives in Red Bank and Rumson-Fair Haven high schools.
Sara Winick, Patch Staff
Frankfort, IL|News|
Frankfort Community Clean-Up Set For April 18
Supplies can be picked up at the Village Hall between 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. from April 13-17.
Andrea Earnest, Patch Staff
Doylestown, PA|News|
Extraordinary Compassion Earns Doylestown Nurse 'Daisy Award'
A Doylestown Hospital Registered Nurse was recently honored with a DAISY Award for her dedication to patient care.
Jeff Werner, Patch Staff
West Haven, CT|News|
David Coyle, The ‘Voice of the Irish,’ Feted As West Haven’s 2026 Irishman Of The Year: PHOTOS
The award is bestowed annually on an Irish resident or couple who personifies service in the city's close-knit Irish community.
Vincent Salzo, Patch Staff
Newtown, CT|News|
Newtown Brewery To Host Fundraiser With Live Music, Auctions
The annual event will feature live music, food, auctions and family-friendly activities.
Hayleigh Evans, Patch Staff
Montclair, NJ|News|
Montclair Community Farms Is Bringing Back Annual Plant Sale For 2026
Sale proceeds support MCF’s mission to provide affordable food access, maintain thriving farm sites and offer educational programs.
Eric Kiefer, Patch Staff
Danbury, CT|News|
Danbury 'Battle Of The Badges' Returns: What To Know
Residents can help decide the winner as police, fire and emergency crews face off at a blood drive and preparedness event.
Hayleigh Evans, Patch Staff
Bensalem, PA|News|
Bensalem Names 2026 Teacher Of The Year
The school district recognizes an "amazing teacher" at Bensalem High School each year.
Dino Ciliberti, Patch Staff
Monroe, CT|News|
Volunteer Fair Planned In Monroe This Month
Local organizations will gather to recruit volunteers at an upcoming event in Monroe.
Hayleigh Evans, Patch Staff
Lemont, IL|News|
Lemont Township Plans 2026 Stewardship Saturdays
The first volunteer workday will be held April 18.
Andrea Earnest, Patch Staff
Palm Desert, CA|News|
11 Senior Citizens Being Honored In Coachella Valley For Their Volunteer Work
"The Senior Inspiration Awards is an event that has an impact, inspiring us all to work towards making our communities better."
Toni McAllister, Patch Staff
Wallingford, CT|News|
Moms Help Bring Holiday Cheer To Elementary School In Wallingford
Two moms helped bring some extra holiday cheer to E.C. Stevens Elementary School in Wallingford with a special experience this past season.
Vincent Salzo, Patch Staff
West Orange, NJ|News|
Pro Hockey Players Visit West Orange School For Women’s History Month
Players with the New York Sirens took a break from their busy schedule to speak with eager students in West Orange.
Eric Kiefer, Patch Staff
Lemont, IL|News|
Lemont High School Honors March 2026 Students Of The Month
The honorees were senior Olivia Bzowski, junior Grace Murray, sophomore Hunter Kinst and freshman Nadia Renn.
Andrea Earnest, Patch Staff
New Lenox, IL|News|
LWC Girls' Water Polo Teams To Pull On Pink Swim Caps, Play For Breast Cancer Awareness
LWC will play Lockport at LWC Thursday, as a fundraiser for breast cancer org Pink Heals Joliet Chapter.
Lauren Traut, Patch Staff
Bloomfield, NJ|News|
Bloomfield Honors YWCA For Women’s History Month
Each year, thousands of women across Essex, Hudson, Passaic, Bergen and Morris counties rely on the YWCA Northern New Jersey.
Eric Kiefer, Patch Staff
Livingston, NJ|News|
Livingston Teen Earns Prestigious ‘Amelia Earhart Award’
In a rare event, three New Jersey teens received a simultaneous honor from the Civil Air Patrol Curtiss-Wright Composite Squadron.
Eric Kiefer, Patch Staff
Lacey, NJ|News|
$13K Raised For Special Needs Camp By Lacey Elks
The funds will provide a free vacation experience for children with physical and intellectual disabilities at the camp this summer.
Veronica Flesher, Patch Staff
Toms River, NJ|News|
5 Ocean County College Students Named Semifinalists For National Scholarship
The students are among 485 nationwide who could receive up to $55,000 annually for their bachelor's degree studies.
Karen Wall, Patch Staff
Huntington, NY|News|
South Huntington Shaves Heads, Raises $19K in Powerful Cancer Fundraiser
The South Huntington community shaved their heads in a show of support benefiting the St. Baldrick’s Foundation.
Kepherd Daniel, Patch Staff
Phoenixville, PA|News|
Phoenixville Girl Competes To Become 'America's Favorite Student'
Local resident Daylen is competing in the national contest to win $20,000.
Justin Heinze, Patch Staff
Caldwells, NJ|News|
Rabbi Builds Jewish Connection In The Caldwells – One Conversation at a Time
Rabbi Shmuly Sputz often shares a story about a wealthy philanthropist who left his children a final lesson.
Eric Kiefer, Patch Staff
Barnegat-Manahawkin, NJ|News|
Southern Ocean Lottery Win Turns Into $10K Food Bank Donation
ShopRite of Waretown sold a $12.3 million Pick‑6 winning ticket. The store used its commission for good.
Veronica Flesher, Patch Staff
Danbury, CT|News|
WestConn Raises Six Figures In One Day During Giving Event
The university's annual Day of Giving surpassed its fundraising goal with thousands of donors contributing in 24 hours.
Hayleigh Evans, Patch Staff
