Pizza-Eating Squirrel In Castro Valley: Photo

Acorns or pizza? This squirrel has made a choice!

Electric Vehicle Charging Grants Offered By Air District

Applications are being accepted through March 3, 2023.

Castro Valley Care Center Seeks Volunteers

Multiple shifts are available for the front desk and other opportunities are also available

Hayward's Annual Light Up The Season To Bring Song, Dance To City Hall

The wintertime tradition to celebrate Hayward's various communities will start at 3 p.m. Dec. 3

Castro Valley’s Luckiest Lottery Retailers: Where To Play Powerball

Playing Powerball? We found Castro Valley's luckiest retailers who've sold multiple winning tickets. Will you play this draw or wait it out?

Taurid ‘Fireball Swarm’ Possible Ahead Of Full Moon In Castro Valley

The Taurid meteor shower could produce a rare streak of fireballs this weekend.

'A Tireless Source For Doing Good': Castro Valley Hero

We all know someone who's making a difference. Here's one local resident who is having an impact in Castro Valley.

'Anytime Someone Needs Help, She Is There': Castro Valley Hero

We all know someone who's making a difference. Here's one local resident who is having an impact in Castro Valley.

Chabot Park Scenic View: Photo Of The Day

A peaceful view of the lake.

1st United Credit Union and the Oakland A’s Team Up to Fight Hunger

Official partner of the Oakland Athletics’ Homeruns for Hunger program

Castro Valley Local Heroes: Help Recognize People Making Life Better

Patch and T-Mobile are partnering to celebrate Local Heroes who make life better in Castro Valley with contributions big and small.

Gym Donates More Than 250 Jackets And Blankets to Local Charities

Xclusive Speed Sports Performance Training hosted its inaugural Jacket and Blanket Drive Sunday, Oct. 9.

Castro Valley Library Announces Return Of Food Donation Barrels

The library is collecting donations of nonperishable food items such as pasta, macaroni and cheese, peanut butter, tuna, chili and more.

Trader Joe's Crash Victims: Fundraiser Underway

A father and son shopping at the grocery store were hospitalized following the crash.

Funding To Be Made Available For Hayward Cultural And Special Events

To request funding, individuals must attend a virtual bidder's conference from 10 a.m. to 11 a.m. Nov. 1.

Local Business To Host Inaugural Coat And Blanket Drive

Donations can be made Sunday, Oct. 9, from noon to 3 p.m. at Castro Valley's Pilgrim Christian Church, 20613 Stanton Avenue.

Got a Pup? Dogs with Deputies Saturday

Dogs with Deputies event Saturday at Meek Estate- Cherryland

Castro Valley Woman To Be Honored With Arts Leadership Award

The Alameda County Arts Commission is recognizing a Castro Valley woman for her achievements and contributions impacting the arts community.

Free Banned Books Distributed By Castro Valley Library

The library is giving away books in bundles of three, while supplies last, in observance of Banned Books Week.

Natural Beauty At Anthony Chabot Regional Park: Photos Of The Day

Have you visited the park recently?

Mother And Son Team Up To Help Homeless In Hayward

"I've just seen the desperation in their eyes. When you're hungry, you have a look on your face of loneliness and sadness," she told KPIX 5.

Ditch Your Lawn: Win A Prize

East Bay MUD is offering prizes in a contest showing before-and-after photos of lawns being replaced by drought-tolerant plants.

Free Mattress Disposal For Castro Valley Residents

Castro Valley residents can now dispose of 5 mattresses or box springs daily, for free, in Alameda County.

Nacho is the bomb!

Don Jose's server, Nacho, is a great reason to dine out.

Free Household Debris Disposal This Saturday

The next free household debris drop-off is Aug. 13 at the transfer station at 3455 Enterprise Ave.

5 Parks, Summer Activities To Enjoy In Castro Valley This Summer

The East Bay is brimming with green parks, wildlife habitats and places to go hiking or horseback riding. See what's near you.

Castro Valley Residents In Distress Can Call New 988 Suicide Hotline

988 is available 24/7 to connect callers to trained mental health professionals through call, text, or online chat.

Generous Castro Valley: How Much The Community Donated

Sheriff's office employees collected money for the Special Olympics last month.

Castro Valley Man, Former Team USA Softball President, Accused Of Lewd Acts With Child

He was booked into the Alameda County Jail on an arrest warrant with $250,000 bail. He was released on bond the same day.

Sunflower and Honey Bee: Castro Valley Photo

This cheerful flower can keep a hive full of bees busy collecting pollen.

July 4th 2022: Find Fireworks Near Castro Valley

See Patch’s guide to Independence Day fireworks shows, parades and other celebrations around Castro Valley and the East Bay.

Fireworks Near Me: Castro Valley's July 4th 2022

See where to celebrate Independence Day with fireworks shows, parades and other events near Castro Valley & in and around the East Bay.

July 4th Fireworks 2022 Near Castro Valley

Patch has your complete guide to Independence Day fireworks shows, parades and other celebrations in and around Castro Valley & East Bay.

Air Quality In Castro Valley, Bay Area, During Fire Season

Citizens concerned about poor air quality levels during wildfire season can monitor particulate matter through air quality data sites.

Support Alameda County Youth

School supplies are being collected at local 1st United Credit Union branches until July 23, 2022

Capacity Crowds Packed 100th Rowell Ranch Rodeo

Miss Rowell Ranch Pro Rodeo is Olivia Sherman of Castro Valley.

Rowell Ranch Pro Rodeo Set For This Weekend In Castro Valley

Events kick off Friday with the Rockin’ Bull Bash and a country music concert, followed by two days of professional rodeo action.

Postal Workers' 'Stamp Out Hunger Food Drive' Saturday: Castro Valley

To support the effort, put non-perishable food items in a bag next to your mailbox before May 14 delivery. Donations go to local food banks.

Hawaiian May Day Is Back Saturday In Downtown Hayward

The May 7 street festival includes entertainment, crafts, a bevy of food trucks with Polynesian dishes, plus kids' area.

Castro Valley Kids' 'Litter Hurts' Poster Winners Announced

Four elementary school students took top prizes in Earth Day poster contest for 3rd & 4th graders. Their art to be displayed at the library.