'Has Made Masks For Countless Essential Workers': Benicia Hero

We all know someone who's making a difference in this difficult time. Let's help share these amazing stories!

Benicia's Heroes: Help Patch Recognize Those Making A Difference

We all know someone who's making a difference in this difficult time. Let's give them some of the recognition they deserve.

Solano County Health Officer Extends Shelter At Home Health Order Through May 17, 2020

Solano County Public Health officials have extended the County's shelter at home health order and directive until May 17, 2020.

Solano County Public Health Expands Drive-Through Testing For Residents

The drive-through testing appointment line accepts calls 9 a.m.-4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday until all appointment slots are filled.

Solano Public Health Officer Reminds To Observe Religious Practices At Home

"We genuinely empathize with those who are unable to practice their religious traditions and celebrations during this challenging time."

1st Coronavirus Death Of Solano County Resident

County resident was 85 years of age or older who recently traveled out of the country and had multiple severe underlying health conditions.

Solano County Health Officer Extends Shelter-At-Home Health Order

Solano County Public Health officials have extended the County's shelter-at-home health order and directive until April 30.

Solano County Parks Closed To Prevent Spread Of Coronavirus

All county parks and Solano Land Trust public access properties are closed.

Tax-Collector’s Office In Benicia Closed Due To Coronavirus

The Solano County Treasurer, Tax-Collector, County Clerk's Office (TTCCC) is currently closed until at least April 6, 2020

County Health And Social Services Support For Residents In Benicia

The benefits are provided via Electronic Benefits Transmission (EBT) which is accessed by using a card, like a debit card.

Solano County Issues Shelter At Home Health Order

SOLANO COUNTY – Solano County has issued a countywide Shelter at Home Health Order and Directive to continue protecting the health and s ...

Solano County Public Health Support Governor’s Measures To Stop COVID-19

Solano County Public Health Officials support California Governor Newsom's orders for social distancing to prevent the spread of COVID-19.

The Salvation Army Provides Emergency Relief In Solano County

The Salvation Army is distributing food to those in need in Solano County and the North Bay as part of its COVID-19 relief effort.

Solano County Coronavirus Case At Travis Air Force Base

Solano Public Health is coordinating closely with Travis Air Force base to provide important care to these individuals.

Solano County Job Fair And Career Expo Postponed Until Further Notice

“While we are disappointed to have to postpone the event, we want to follow the precautionary measures of our Public Health Officials".

Six Flags Discovery Kingdom Announces Temporary Closure

There have been no coronavirus cases reported at the property but guest and employee safety is their highest priority, park officials said.

Benicia Cancels Several Events To Combat Coronavirus

All Senior Center activities are canceled and due to the difficulty in achieving social distancing, many Library events are canceled.

Alameda County And Solano County Confirm 2 Presumptive Positive Cases Of Covid-19

Both had exposure to the community-acquired case currently hospitalized at UC Davis Medical Center in Sacramento.

CDC Confirms Additional Case Of COVID-19 In Solano County

Another County resident and Travis Air Force Base evacuee also tested positive by Japan testing; this case is pending confirmation by CDC.

Solano County Reminds Voters To Drop-Off Ballots At Curbside Locations

The ROV website makes it easy for Solano County residents to download materials electronically and get ballots in an accessible format.

Solano County Public Health Confirms Case Of COVID-19

Solano County has declared a proclamation of local emergency, and Public Health has activated its Department Operations Center (DOC).

National Award; Crab Feeds Sets Record; Best Brunch: Patch PM

Today's headlines from across the North Bay.

Most Walkable U.S. Cities 2020: How Benicia Ranks

Walk Score released its 2020 list of most walkable cities. See how Benicia measures up for those opting to travel by foot.

Solano County Celebrates New First 5 Center Opening

The grand opening celebration will include a Zumbini dance and music class, mindful movement demonstration.

Video Of Bobcat; House-Sitters' Arrest; Weekend Events: Patch PM

Today's headlines from across the North Bay.

Thousands Of Census Jobs Still Open In Solano Co., Bay Area

Thousands of census taker jobs for the 2020 census, paying up to $30 an hour, remain unfilled in the Bay Area. Here's how to apply.

Inmate Deaths; Crash Sends Car 60 Feet; Weekend Events: Patch PM

Today's headlines from across the North Bay.

Solano County To Give HS Diplomas To Veterans, Japanese-Americans

Posthumous diplomas may also be granted to family members of deceased veterans and Japanese-American citizens who were interned.

Solano County, City Of Vallejo Seek Developers For Solano360 Fairgrounds Site

Developers interested in submitted a RFQ to the county must do so by or before Jan. 31 by 4 p.m. Pacific Standard Time.

Valero Refinery Flaring Releases 9,000 Pounds Of Sulfur Dioxide

The City of Benicia said the flaring won't have any adverse consequences on the area, and that an advisory had been issued in error.

Flaring At Valero Benicia Refinery Expected To Last Several Days

Maintenance work is to result in flaring that may be visible.

Census 2020: Jobs Paying $21 An Hour Open In Solano County

The U.S. Census Bureau is hiring thousands of temporary workers in Solano County and elsewhere for the 2020 headcount.

Six Flags Discovery Kingdom Celebrates Switch To Solar Power

The Vallejo amusement area will hold an opening event along with the 2019 launch of "Holiday in the Park" events.

Moose Lodge Offers Free Thanksgiving Lunch For Area Seniors

Free shuttle transportation from senior living facilities in Vallejo will be available.

Holiday Tree Lightings, Parades & More 2019: Benicia & North Bay

Your guide to Christmas concerts, Nutcrackers, Hanukkah menorah lightings, Santa breakfasts, ice rinks & other events throughout the region.

Loud Steam Release At Crockett Plant Prompts Emergency Calls

Benicia police said its 911 center was inundated with calls about what sounded like an explosion.

Community Questions If Off-Duty Officer Who Shot, Killed Vallejo Man Got Special Treatment

A Vallejo man was shot and killed Sunday by an off-duty Richmond police officer in what residents say may have been a parking dispute.

Solano Co. Veterans Can Receive Retroactive High School Diplomas

Applications are being accepted for Operation Recognition Veteran Diplomas. Here's what to know.

Green Cilantro Goddess Ravioli: A Patch Recipe Share

The dish took first prize in a contest sponsored by Benicia pasta maker Three Bridges.

Salvation Army, Solano Co. Walmarts Team Up For Holiday Toy Drive

The goal of the upcoming holiday toy drive is to "make sure no child goes empty-handed this Christmas."