American children born into high-income families see far greater earnings over their lifetimes than children born into low-income homes.
A nonprofit watchdog group that monitors nutrition is calling for the Minions to be removed from candy and junk food. Do you agree?
A Boy Scout Executive Committee voted to allow gay scout leaders. If ratified, troops would be able to determine their own policies.
The Alameda County Fair wraps up a groundbreaking season. Here are the staggering stats and highlights from the 17 days of Fair fun.
Fair offers FREE admission to everyone who brings two “request list” items. Read on for the full list.
We have the scoop on the Saturday 4th of July fireworks, plus a look ahead at what you can expect for the last week of the fair.
Get the kids out of the house and over to the bowling alley where they can bowl free every day all summer.
The fair runs through July 5. Scroll down to the bottom to see some of the fun at the fair this season.
We have a look ahead at a few of the highlights you can expect at the fair. Congratulations to the Patch readers who won our free tickets!
Some easy tips for pet preparedness -- TO DO NOW -- in the event of a natural disaster.
Cardinali’s Family Concessions also won the food contest at the Alameda County Fair last year.
Sunday is the longest day of the year. Here are some free (or cheap) things to do in the East Bay to take advantage of that extra daylight.
Simply sign up for our morning newsletter using the form in this article to be entered for a shot at free fair tickets!
The fair opens this week in Pleasanton. Find out about discounts, concert performers and freaky fair food. Watch for details!
The fair opens Wednesday and runs through July 5.
How about some Deep Fried PB&J Cheesecake w/ Bubblegum Frosting? You're the savory type? OK - Deep Fried Wood Fired Pastrami Pizza!
You and your spouse decided to get divorced, not your teen. Forget your divorce today, and let the day be what it should be - a celebration.
Come to our Puppy Bowl to adopt a pet for Free! Register at www.eastbayspca.org/puppybowl to adopt your MVP (Most Valuable Pet) for Free
A day camp close to home or a sleep away extravaganza in Colorado? Here’s how to make summer camp an epic experience.
Spring Break is just weeks away..book now to lock-in deals.
Looking for a getaway this weekend or for spring break? Check these beautiful photos.
Gibor Basri has been a professor of astronomy at the university for more than 30 years.
O’Malley was sworn in as the County’s first female elected District Attorney in 2011.
The lunches were distributed to homeless assistance organizations in the East Bay.
Get outside this Friday with free entry into parks.
The tournament honors Berkeley Police Captain Phil Doran. Reservation deadline for golf and social is September 2.
The movie, in stores July 22, is about a real-life boy who says he went to Heaven and met Jesus during surgery. We spoke with the family behind the film about how it can help start a discussion in your town.
Patch readers told us who the "Everyday Inspirations" in their communities are, and we're sharing their stories and the work they've done locally.
A New York woman is so good at bargain shopping that she's used her skills to donate groceries and other goods to charity. Learn how you can follow her lead locally.
As a part of our "Everyday Inspirations" series, we look at how children across the country are making big impacts locally.
After losing three people close to her in eight months, Edie Elkan picked up a harp for the first time in 28 years. Now she runs a program training others to play the instrument for patients in hospitals.
Patch wants to share stories about people who work every day to change others' lives for the better.
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Who says the punishment always has to fit the crime?
Christian Bucks’ idea to foster friendship spreads to 32 states—and counting.
From your best holiday recipes and gift ideas, to special traditions you cherish with family and opportunities to give back, we want it all!