Ellington-Somers, CT|News|
Ellington Fire Department Honors Members At 2026 Awards Banquet
Seven longtime members were honored for a combined 320 years of service to the Ellington community.
Jay Kenney, Patch Staff
Good Deeds
Celebrating acts of kindness in communities across the country.
Hillsborough, NJ|News|
Montgomery Local Named Somerset County VoTech Student Of The Month For March
Aleyzia Primus, a junior from Montgomery, was recognized for her compassionate nature and extensive involvement in school activities.
Alexis Tarrazi, Patch Staff
Windsor, CT|News|
Critical Blood Shortage Prompts Red Cross Drive At Windsor Hotel
Community members are invited to help support the region’s blood supply at a Windsor drive Friday.
Jay Kenney, Patch Staff
Sarasota, FL|News|
All Faiths Food Bank Opening Free Community Market In Sarasota
All Faiths Food Bank is opening Margie’s Market, a choice-style free community market, in Newtown, an area known as a food desert.
Tiffany Razzano, Patch Staff
Wheaton, IL|News|
Nominations Open For 2026 Good Citizen Awards In Wheaton
Find out how to nominate a student or adult to be recognized for their community contributions in Wheaton.
Lisa Marie Farver, Patch Staff
Lacey, NJ|News|
Inclusive Eno's Pond Playground Wins Statewide Award
The Ocean County Department of Parks and Recreation won two awards for two of its parks.
Veronica Flesher, Patch Staff
Hillsborough, NJ|News|
Hillsborough Lacrosse Teams Host Applebee's Flapjack Fundraiser
Community members can support the Hillsborough High School lacrosse teams by attending a breakfast fundraiser.
Alexis Tarrazi, Patch Staff
New City, NY|News|
Volunteer Opportunities Of The Week: Robotics Competition Event Helpers
Every week, Patch will spotlight volunteer opportunities in the Hudson Valley courtesy of Volunteer New York!.
Jeff Edwards, Patch Staff
Caldwells, NJ|News|
Good News In Essex County: Beloved Deli + Crash Rescue + New Kidney
New Jersey is filled with humor, inspiration and kindness. Here are seven stories to make you smile from Essex County.
Eric Kiefer, Patch Staff
Montclair, NJ|News|
NJ Veterinarian Gets Lifesaving Transplant From Fellow Book Club Member
Every year, Faith Krausman and Judy Summers of Essex County celebrate their “kidney-versary.”
Eric Kiefer, Patch Staff
Redwood City-Woodside, CA|News|
Win Warriors Luxury Suite Tickets By Donating Blood In SMC
Six lucky donors will win a pair of tickets each to watch the Golden State Warriors from a Luxury Club Suite at the Chase Center.
Albert Gregory, Patch Staff
Guilford, CT|News|
Community Rallies To Support Guilford Resident With Cancer
As of Friday afternoon, the fundraiser had raised around $9,000.
Richard Kaufman, Patch Staff
Southington, CT|News|
Southington HS Student Honored For Artistic Endeavors
The Southington BOE recognized an SHS student for her Silver Key award in the Connecticut Regional Scholastic Art Awards.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
Hamden, CT|News|
Hamden Awarded State Grant For Tree Project
Hamden was selected as a recipient for the state's Urban and Community Forestry Trees for Communities Grant Program.
Vincent Salzo, Patch Staff
Tinley Park, IL|News|
Tinley Couple Keeps Late Daughter's Legacy Alive With St. Baldrick's Event
Julia Janes, 20, died in 2013 after fighting cancer for nearly 5 years. March 7 fundraiser honors her legacy and funds research for a cure.
Lauren Traut, Patch Staff
Tuscaloosa, AL|News|
County High Collecting Donations To Allow Students To Attend 7A Title Game
The Wildcats are set to face Hoover High School in the championship matchup at the BJCC.
Ryan Phillips, Patch Staff
Hamden, CT|Neighbor News|
2026 New Haven Walk To End Alzheimer's
Lighthouse Point Park 9:00 AM to 11:00 AM
South Brunswick, NJ|News|
South Brunswick Students Donate Nearly $7K To NJ Animal Sanctuary
The school's Pennies for Pets Competition has raised more than $24,000 for animal rescues since 2022.
Sarah Salvadore, Patch Staff
Santa Monica, CA|News|
2026 'Women Who Shape Santa Monica' Award Recipients Revealed
Four Santa Monica women have been selected to receive the League of Women Voters' 2026 Yellow Rose Award.
Mark Nero, Patch Staff
Bradenton, FL|Neighbor News|
Six State College of Florida Employees Win National Teaching and Service Awards
Six faculty and staff members have won National Institute for Staff and Organizational Development (NISOD) 2026 Excellence Awards.
State College of Florida, Manatee-Sarasota, Community Contributor
Westfield, NJ|News|
Union County Seeks 2026 SHERO Award Nominees to Honor Women Leaders
The SHERO Awards recognize women who have created lasting change throughout Union County through their leadership, compassion, & dedication.
Alexis Tarrazi, Patch Staff
Doylestown, PA|News|
'Shred The Debt' 5K Run To Step Off In Buckingham This Spring
Doylestown church launches campaign to eliminate more than $3.4 million in medical debt for Bucks County residents.
Jeff Werner, Patch Staff
West Haven, CT|News|
Coyle Named West Haven’s 2026 Irishman Of The Year
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
Branford, CT|News|
To Help Keep Babies Clean, Dry, Healthy, Branford Police Collected 5K Diapers, Wipes During Annual Drive
The successful Shoreline Law Enforcement Diaper Drive effort is only possible through the "incredible generosity of our community:" Police.
Ellyn Santiago, Patch Staff
Bethesda-Chevy Chase, MD|News|
Montgomery Co. Seeking Donations For Annual Prom Giveaway
Montgomery County Recreation is collecting new and gently used dresses, suits, and accessories for its annual Prom Couture Closet event.
Gaby Arancibia, Patch Staff
Doylestown, PA|News|
Bucks County Realtors Launch 'Kids Snack Drive'
Throughout March, snack donations are being accepted at real estate offices throughout the county.
Jeff Werner, Patch Staff
Wayland, MA|News|
Wayland Seeks Nominations For 2026 Lydia Maria Child Award
The award recognizes active volunteer leadership that improves the community's quality of life or serves the needs of townspeople.
Jessie Castellano, Patch Staff
Newark, NJ|News|
Newark Community Leaders Share Wisdom At Latina Empowerment Brunch
“Newark’s Latina community has always been one of our city’s greatest strengths.”
Eric Kiefer, Patch Staff
West Orange, NJ|News|
West Orange Cops, Firefighters Take On NJ Warriors In Charity Hockey Game
All the proceeds from the game will support disabled veterans.
Eric Kiefer, Patch Staff
Windsor Locks-East Windsor, CT|News|
Windsor Locks Community Fund Seeks Residents To Help Award Local Grants
The Windsor Locks Community Fund is seeking new members to help guide grants for nonprofit organizations serving the town.
Jay Kenney, Patch Staff
Garden City, NY|News|
Garden City Students Rally For Cancer Patients At Hoops For Hope Fundraiser
The event united the GC community in honor of Bobby Menges.
Melanie Gulbas, Patch Staff
Wantagh-Seaford, NY|News|
Wantagh Eighth Graders Hooping For Heart Health
The students competed in a game of basketball to raise almost $5,000 for the American Heart Association.
Tom Gambardella, Patch Staff
Westhampton-Hampton Bays, NY|News|
'Tireless Advocate' Named 58th Westhampton Beach St. Patrick's Day Parade Grand Marshal: 'Incredible Honor'
""It’s an incredible honor to be recognized in my hometown, where I grew up."
Lisa Finn, Patch Staff
Scotch Plains-Fanwood, NJ|Neighbor News|
The Scotch Plains Volunteer Rescue Squad Auxiliary Thanks the Community
Annual pancake breakfast raised much-needed funds
Concord, NH|News|
McDonald’s Restaurants, Customers Make Another Donation To The NH Association Of Chiefs Of Police
The $50K raised in October 2025, from restaurants across the Granite State, will be used for police training and community safety programs.
Tony Schinella, Patch Staff
Palm Desert, CA|News|
'This Was Community:' Over $1M Raised In Coachella Valley Day Of Giving
See who donated, how much, and what non-profit organizations received over $20K for the day.
Ashley Ludwig, Patch Staff
Brick, NJ|News|
Community Threads Shop Helps Families In Need In Brick
Community Threads aims to help families in need with clothing and household items in a way that honors their dignity.
Karen Wall, Patch Staff
Milford, MA|News|
Milford Students Chosen As Jersey Mike’s Ambassadors For Special Olympics
Trevor Dupre and Miguel Herpin-Hernandez will help raise awareness about the Special Olympics in Massachusetts.
Jessie Castellano, Patch Staff
Limerick-Royersford-Spring City, PA|News|
Montco Man, Partially Paralyzed 35 Years Ago, Will Arm Bike 100 Miles For Charity
The horrific accident was not the end. "He credits the Y for saving his life and improving his health," organizers said.
Justin Heinze, Patch Staff
Manchester, NJ|News|
Bingo Event Raising Funds For Manchester Police Unity Tour Team
The 30th annual Police Unity Tour will honor law enforcement officers who lost their lives in the line of duty.
Karen Wall, Patch Staff
