Water Surcharge Vote For Castro Valley Residents Planned

The East Bay Municipal Utility District may also reinstate penalties for excess water usage as it elevates its drought emergency response.

1st United Credit Union Now Accepting Food Donations All Year

1st United Credit Union is delighted to announce that they are Alameda County Community Food Bank’s official Food Drive host for 2022.

800 Homeless Deaths In Alameda County In 3 Years

More than half of the deaths were in Oakland.

Jordan Pond Sunset: Photo Of The Day

The last glimpse of the sun at it sets behind a hill at Garin Regional Park in Hayward.

Early Bird Tickets On Sale For County Fair Wine, Brew Fests

The popular events return this summer at the Alameda County Fair.

Castro Valley Easter Event Guide 2022

Find egg hunts, bunny brunches, spring festivals & more in Castro Valley and throughout East Bay communities.

Ukrainian Artist Makes A Difference In Castro Valley

Julia Kosivchuk's Castro Valley exhibit raised over $4,000 for Okhmadyt Children’s Hospital in Kyiv.

Bird Paintings On Display In Castro Valley

Have you seen the free exhibit of Rita Sklar's paintings at the Castro Valley Library?

Niles Canyon 2022 'Stroll and Roll' Scheduled

Mark your calendar for this car-free chance to hike or bike through Niles Canyon.

East Bay Regional Park District Seeks Lifeguards

The park district is actively seeking 50 new lifeguards for the swim season at its 10 East Bay swim facilities.

Show Us Your Photos, Castro Valley

Share your awesome photos around Castro Valley with Patch. Here's how to do it.

San Lorenzo Church Member Killed In Crash

Michael de Guzman Baroja, 31, lived in Berkeley and was a member of the Steadfast Covenant Community Church in San Lorenzo.

Free Income Tax Preparation For Castro Valley Residents

The United Way is partnering with tax preparation professionals to provide the free service.

Volunteers Needed At Castro Valley Area Food Banks

As more Castro Valley residents turn to food banks to get through hard times, volunteers are in short supply as COVID keeps people home.

Red Cross Offers Amazon Gift Card For Blood Donations: Upcoming Drive Near Castro Valley

Red Cross blood donors will receive a $10 Amazon gift card during February.

Salmon Return To San Lorenzo Creek

Heavy Rain in October coincided with adult Chinook salmon's fall-run migration back to freshwater: Calif. Department of Fish and Wildlife.

154 Acres Of Mt. Diablo Permanently Protected

Save Mount Diablo spent more than $1 million to protect the land.

Chance To Win Super Bowl Tickets By Donating Blood Near Castro Valley: Red Cross

There's a Red Cross blood drive coming up in the Castro Valley area.

Death Cap, Western Destroying Angel Mushrooms Sprout

These mushrooms can be fatal to you or your pets. They grow in Castro Valley's East Bay Regional Parks.

Castro Valley's 2022 Meteor Showers, Lunar Eclipses, Supermoons

The Quadrantids usher in 2022; two total lunar eclipses and three supermoons are also on the Bay Area's celestial calendar.

How To Deduct Donations To Castro Valley Food Banks: 2021 Taxes

Donating to the Patch Holiday Food Drive or to other charities in Castro Valley is tax-deductible for 2021 if you give by Dec. 31.

Chance To Win Super Bowl Tickets By Donating Blood Near Castro Valley: Red Cross

There's a Red Cross blood drive coming up nearby.

Family's Lights Extravaganza; Christmas Dining: Saturday Smiles

Holiday ice rinks, snow on Mt. Diablo, Jingle Bells 5K champ, boat parade lights up river & more stories this week from NorCal.

Geminid Meteor Shower 2021: See Fireballs In Castro Valley

Get far away from city lights in the Bay Area this week to take in the Geminids, known for producing colorful fireballs.

2021 Patch Holiday Food Drive In Castro Valley: Give Today

The Patch Holiday Food Drive is raising money for Feeding America and the food banks, pantries and meal programs in Alameda County.

‘Christmas Comet’: When To Watch For Leonard In Castro Valley

We may be able to see comet Leonard and its impressive tail in Castro Valley at least through mid-December.

Blood Donations Needed During Holiday Season: Upcoming Castro Valley Drive

The Red Cross is holding a blood drive in the Castro Valley area soon.

Geminid Meteor Shower: See Fireballs In Castro Valley

This one’s a dandy. Get far away from city lights in Castro Valley to take in the Geminids, known for producing colorful fireballs.

Castro Valley Holiday Event Guide 2021: Christmas Parades & Santa

Find tree lightings, Hanukkah menorah fests, Nutcrackers, concerts, ice rinks, craft boutiques & light shows & more in East Bay & nearby.

Castro Valley Says Thank You: 30 Days Of Gratitude

We asked Patch readers who they're grateful for. Here's what your neighbors in Castro Valley had to say.

Toys For Tots 2021: How To Donate In Castro Valley

This year’s Toys for Tots campaigns are underway. Here’s how you can help make a Castro Valley child’s holiday special.

Free Admission This Friday To Castro Valley's Regional Parks

The park district is encouraging a Green Friday instead of a Black Friday. Here are local parks to visit.

How To Cook An Affordable Thanksgiving Dinner In Castro Valley

As food costs skyrocket across the United States, consider these ways to save money on 2021’s Thanksgiving dinner.

Blood Donors Needed In Castro Valley Area: Red Cross Drive Coming Up Soon

The country is experiencing a severe blood supply shortage.

Leonid Meteors Peak Over Castro Valley Ahead Of Lunar Eclipse

Fall meteor showers, such as the Leonids peaking over Castro Valley this week, produce long tails like the recently seen Taurid fireball.

America Recycles Day Tips

PaintCare Shares Five Ways to Recycle Bay Area-Style on Nov. 15 and everyday

Full Lunar Eclipse, Century’s Longest: Watch In Castro Valley

A lunar eclipse is cause for a watch party in Castro Valley to see the full frost moon turn red in the longest such event this century.

Daylight Saving Time Ends: What Time Is Sunset In Castro Valley

We switch back to Standard time this weekend. Our sunrise and sunset times are eye-opening.

Tell Someone In Castro Valley You’re Grateful For Them

Write a letter showing your gratitude for someone or something in Castro Valley, and we’ll publish it in November.

Castro Valley Area Red Cross Blood Drive Coming Up Soon

The Red Cross is holding a blood drive soon in the Castro Valley area.