Bank of America Names Irma Heredia as Local Small Business Banker

Heredia has been with Bank of America in the East Bay Market for more than 20 years and has a strong background in consumer banking, home loans and small business.

THE FAIR: Fried Fruity Pebbles (What?), Better Concerts and a Big, Fat Birthday Bash

This year's Alameda County Fair will run from June 20 to July 8 at the fairgrounds in Pleasanton.

Local Veteran Donates $25,000 to Veterans Memorial

The recent donation of Castro Valley resident and veteran Owen R. Smith is significantly helping the memorial reach its completion date on Veterans Day this November.

Outdoor Movie Night Series to Help Businesses Hit By Boulevard Construction

In an effort to help struggling businesses impacted by Castro Valley Boulevard construction, Castro Valley Rotary is hosting a series of outdoor movie nights starting in July.

French Student Exchange Program Seeking Host Families

A Castro Valley resident of an international cultural exchange company seeks local families willing to host french exchange students this summer.

Bald Eagle Born At Lake Chabot

Park officials say the eaglet could be flying by the 4th of July.

Goodguys: More Than 2,500 Classic Muscle Cars Will Descend on Fairgrounds

The cars and their owners will gather June 2 and 3 to celebrate cars and car culture at the Goodguys Summer Get-Together.

Urban Farm Spawned By Sheriffs Adds Acreage

Dig Deep Farms and Produce will christen a new, eight-acre field that will quadruple the area under cultivation.

We Want You to Blog on Castro Valley Patch

Are you passionate about something? Then write about it for Castro Valley Patch.

USS Hornet Memorial Day Tribute to Veterans

The ceremony aboard the floating museum begins at 1 p.m. Monday, May 28.

Photos: 18 Years Later, Jenny Lin's Memory Lives On

A crowd carrying blue balloons and signs of support circled the Castro Valley Library on Friday to show they have not forgotten a local girl tragically murdered back in 1994.

East Bay Students “Posterizes” Ride the Recycle Cycle Contest

More than 2,000 students from 32 schools enter the 18th Annual Oro Loma/Waste Management Earth Day Poster Contest

18th Annual Jenny Lin Vigil Tonight at Castro Valley Library

This year's ceremony will be held at the Castro Valley Library followed by a candlelight walk around the block led by Jenny's parents.

Fresno Family's Tragedy Saves Local Woman's Life

For the first time, Allie Weese, 24, of Castro Valley got to meet the family of 36-year old Ruben Rodriguez since receiving his donated heart and tissue after his passing in 2009.

Castro Valley Community Park Veterans Memorial Moving Forward

There are plenty of spaces still left for names on the Marines, Air Force, Coast Guard, and Merchant Marine stones for veterans, as well as bricks to be purchased by anyone, including businesses.

Solar Eclipse: Share Your Photos Here

Did you get any cool photos in the eerie light of the solar eclipse Sunday night? Share them by clicking the green button.

Solar Eclipse 2012: Where to Watch From in the Bay Area

A solar eclipse will impress over Bay Area skies Sunday, May 20. Check out this list of where in the Bay you can catch the best views and learn from experts at the same time!

Local Public Awareness Campaign to Combat Underage Drinking

Castro Valley Community Action Network (CVCAN) is teaming up with different community members to promote a campaign that will share information on the health risks of underage drinking and the legal consequences of providing alcohol to youth.

Castro Valley Farmers' Market Opens for 2012 Season on Saturday

The market will be open from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. every Saturday through October at the Castro Valley BART station parking lot until

Team Chili Patch Takes Third at Chili Cook-Off, SOSCV! Gets $100

Castro Valley Patch bloggers walk away winners with their chili verde after competing for the first time in the annual chili cook-off.

Bombs Away At Hayward Airport Open House

This executive airport is open to the public for free on Saturday. Optional B-17 rides that cost $450 are also being offered.

From the Mouths of Babes ... Mother's Day

Tell us about your mom.

San Lorenzo Local Searches for "Love in the Wild" on NBC Dating Show

Cina Luks, 22, will be one of 14 contestants looking for "the one" in this second season of NBC's reality dating show.

Saddle Up for This Year's Rowell Ranch Rodeo and Parade

A background on what goes into preparing for Castro Valley's 92nd Annual Rodeo and Parade along with this year's schedule of events.

Girl Scouts Hosting West Coast's Largest 100th Anniversary Party

Event will take place May 5 at the Alameda County Fairgrounds.

Chili Patch Blogger Team Going "Green" At Rowell Ranch Chili Cook-Off

If the Castro Valley Patch bloggers place as "Best Chili" or "Best Decorated Booth," the team plans to donate its winnings to one of the selected non-profits that receive the most reader votes in our poll below.

From Childcare to Award-Winning Cake Decorator

Misiti Short of Castro Valley won four titles after entering her cake into a Contra Costa cake decorating competition in Concord this weekend.

PHOTOS: In Memory of Local Children Whose Lives Were Cut Short By Violence

This year's National Children's Memorial Flag Day Ceremony drew in more than 50 people from who gathered at the Children's Memorial Grove on Fairmont Ridge to honor Alameda County children who died from 1994 to 2011 due to violence.

Castro Valley Author's Book To Be Turned Into Future Documentary

Latinnovating: Green American Jobs and the Latinos Creating Them, by Graciela Tiscareño-Sato, wins 1st place for future documentary at the “Latino Books into Movies Awards”.

Alameda County's Safe Routes to Schools Program Rolls in BikeMobile Fix-It Service

The program, mechanic staff and vehicle are set to visit schools, community organizations and events to deliver free bike repairs and bike safety training to promote riding bicycles to school.

VIDEO: Rachel Maddow Gives Castro Valley High Journalism Students Exclusive Interview

Student journalists of the Castro Valley High School newspaper, the Olympian, scored an interview with the former Castro Valley resident, television host and political commentator at her book reading and signing in Berkeley last week.

Rowell Rodeo Announces This Year's Rodeo Queen, Jordenne Burns

Castro Valley celebrates its old-west roots with an annual Chili Cook-Off and a downtown Rodeo Parade. But one of the first steps to kick off the Rowell Rodeo season is the choosing of this year's Rodeo Queen.

LAST CHANCE: Register for the Rowell Ranch Rodeo Parade

This is the last week to apply to be part of the Rowell Ranch Rodeo Parade happening May 12. The registration deadline is April 30.

LAST CHANCE: Kick Off Easter Weekend At Horse Faire's Wild West Days

Looking for something a fun-filled, free, family event to do this Saturday? Come out to Heather Farms Equestrian Center for Wild West Days at the Horse Faire and get to know these horses up close-up and personal.

Eden Medical Center Receives National Achievement

Cancer Care Program Recognized for Excellence

Mega Mania at San Lorenzo's Kavanagh Liquors — 'Luckiest Retailer' In the State

People from across the Bay Area hoping to win the $640 million jackpot flocked to the San Lorenzo store, which was recently named the luckiest retailer in the state.

POLL: What Would You Do If You Won The $540 Million Mega Millions Jackpot

Take our poll or tell us in the comments section on how all that cash would change your life.

Last Chance to Buy Tickets for San Lorenzo Girls Softball Casino Night Fundraiser on Friday

Our new 'Last Chance' feature lets you know about important upcoming deadlines.

Fairy Theme Scavenger Hunt May 12

A hunt for fairy-sized items, a storytime and crafts will be held at the McConaghy House and Gardens

Meek Mansion Architectural Tour

Hayward Area Historical Society invites public to tour this local landmark