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.
Steve Tran will have to pay 25 percent federal tax on the lump sum, or about $43,450,000.
Madeline Park's poetry book is available on Amazon; proceeds from the sale of the book will benefit the Peninsula Humane Society.
A Peninsula Humane Society employee and her family find room in their hearts and their home dogs no one else wanted.
Although the Great Horned Owl now only has one sighted eye, Peninsula Humane Society staff members are confident in her ability to hunt in the wild.
A powerful experience helps a local family "see the goodness in one another."
Who says the punishment always has to fit the crime?
Christian Bucks’ idea to foster friendship spreads to 32 states—and counting.
Masterworks Chorale will perform their holiday concert this Sunday in San Mateo.
Chasing birds by bike, Mark Kudrav's goal was to see as many bird species in 2013 as possible without using any fossil fuels.
Hillsdale Shopping Center has teamed up with Autism Speaks to give children with special needs a calm opportunity to meet Santa Claus.
Six schools in the San Mateo Union High School District made the list.
San Francisco Giants Third Base Coach Tim Flannery was part of the team’s 2010 and 2012 World Series titles. He’s also a critically acclaimed recording artist who’ll perform in Redwood City, Los Gatos and Santa Cruz next month.
Downtown San Mateo is going rogue with two blocks of colorful yarn bombed trees for the holidays in a new project pairing economic development with the arts.
Most of the money was donated by self-made tech billionaires.
The stray turkey, dubbed "Lincoln," was brought into the Peninsula Humane Society on Nov. 18. Starting Tuesday, the bird is available for adoption---as a pet, not as a meal.
Here's our roundup of the most uplifting and feel-good stories from Patch towns across the country.
Kids can enjoy holiday crafts, treats and free Jingle Bells to welcome Santa.
The 1st Infantry Division, 3rd Bridgade, 2-2 Infantry, which is Hillsborough's adopted unit, has been deployed to Afghanistan since June, and will return to the U.S. in the spring.
San Mateo is sending care packages to their adopted unit, U.S. Army's 101st Airborne Division, currently deployed in Afghanistan. Postage is needed the most.
Residents shared what they are doing to help with typhoon relief.
An estimated 8 billion hangers goes into landfills every year. That’s enough to fill 4.6 Empire State Buildings from basement to observation deck—every year.
Fifty turkey experts will answer questions on meal prep and turkey emergencies this holiday season.
It's not on the menu, but customers can give baristas a special recipe that will produce a drink similar to the beverage enjoyed by the fictional witches and wizards from the Harry Potter books.
The injured bird, which was found near SFO, was treated by having seven new feathers attached. It was released Thursday.
Local courthouses are gearing up for a slew of couples wishing to claim 11-12-13 as their wedding date.
"It does feel a little better to help one or two hawks that might have hit a plane."
In observance of Veterans Day 2013, these restaurants are offering a free meal to those who have served our country.
San Mateo County agencies “green” roads and parking lots to reduce stormwater pollution and improve communities.
We rounded up the most uplifting stories trending across the country.
A football dream comes true for a high school senior in New York.
This year's event will honor the late Chef Josef Desimone, former Google chef and a supporter of the music education fundraiser.