Millions Of Dollars Worth Of Damage Caused By Digging Into Utilities

Bay Area numbers by county show how many times a utility line was hit when digging — damages charged to homeowners or contractors.

Photos: Popular Napa Porchfest Draws Thousands

It was a picture-perfect day as crowds filled Old Town Napa, taking in the sounds of 150 local bands and snacking on food truck fare.

Silverado Resort Recognized As Distinguished Golf Destination

The award from BoardRoom Magazine and Forbes Travel Guide recognizes Silverado as an exceptional golf experience.

5 Nonprofits To Get Behind In The Napa Valley

Looking for ways to serve your community? Here are five organizations that are always in need of volunteers and donations.

American Canyon To Unveil First-Ever All-Inclusive Playground

A ribbon-cutting ceremony will be held to mark the historic opening of Northampton Park.

Delta Aquariid, Perseid Meteor Showers Ramp Up Over Napa

The Delta Aquariids are known to leave persistent trains of ionized gas that can last for a couple of seconds.

CA Aims To Tap Beavers To Help With Water Issues And Wildfires

Once viewed as a nuisance, beavers are now embraced for their role in the natural environment.

Yountville Lifts Water Boil Order

The order was issued late last week after routine testing showed E. coli contamination.

Gondola Rides A Hidden Napa Gem: Photos Of The Week

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E. coli Sample In Water Prompts Boil Order

Residents are asked to only use boiled tap water or bottled water.

Boy Bitten By Rattlesnake Near Calistoga

The 13-year-old boy was airlifted to a hospital.

Photos: Fourth Of July Parade, 'One Of Napa's Favorite Traditions'

Did you attend the parade or participate in it? See who made it into our photo gallery!

City Of St. Helena Opens Pickleball Courts

"The addition of pickleball courts has been several years in the making, so we are excited to bring this new amenity to St. Helena."

Lake Berryessa Draws Crowds For Holiday Weekend: Photos Of The Day

What are your plans this Fourth of July weekend? Share your photos with your local Patch, and your work could be featured.

Caritas Village Opens In Napa, Adds 20 Affordable Apartments

Photos: City of Napa officials were on hand for a ribbon-cutting this week at the brand-new property.

SF Bay Area Weekend: Pre-July 4 Fireworks; U-Pick Lavender; Foodieland

Looking for events & things to do this weekend, July 1-2, in the San Francisco Bay Area? Patch has you covered.

The 'Big Pour': 60 Cement Trucks To Line Highway 29 In St. Helena

The trucks will continuously pour ready-mix for 17-18 hours for the city's upgraded Wastewater Treatment Plant.

Napa Valley Wine Grapes Thrive After Record Rainfall

A cooler than normal spring and start to the summer could delay the harvest this fall.

Springtime Horseplay: Napa Valley Photos Of The Day

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Napa Valley Winemakers Know Wildfire Risk Still Present Even After Winter's Heavy Rains

But after years of drought-fueled wildfires in the region, it wouldn't take much for that risk to increase.

Zucchini Blossom = Great Day In The Garden: Napa Photo Of The Day

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St. Helena Summer Event Guide: 28 Things To Do

From street food and lobster boils to July 4th, the Harvest Ball and Hands Across the Valley, here are 28 events this summer in St. Helena.

Auction Weekend Brings In $3.8M For Youth Mental Health In Napa Valley

Collective Napa Valley puts on the annual event where wine enthusiasts can bid on the best of Napa Valley wines and winery experiences.

Napa Riverfront Captains And Mansions Walking Tour Set For June 10

Stroll the streets of 19th- and 20th-century homes of those who created early Napa City and hear their stories.

PG&E Notifies Hot Air Balloons Not To Fly Amid Yountville Safety Work

Drones and other aircraft should not operate either, as hot discharge may rise 200-4oo feet from the top of the metal combustions devices.

How Mineral Waters And Mud Baths Built Calistoga For Wellness

Here's what locals know about the healing properties of the area’s volcanic mud and why it’s made Calistoga Napa Valley’s Wellness Capitol.

Sunset Over Napa: Photo Of The Day

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Western Columbine Wildflowers Bloom In Napa County: Photos Of The Day

A Patch reader said she looks forward to seeing these wildflowers bloom every spring. Do you know where in Napa County they can be found?

PG&E Pipeline Inspection Underway From Napa To Yountville

As part of the work, glowing metal devices 25-35 feet tall are temporarily stored at sites along Highway 29 near Calistoga and Yountville.

PG&E Reveals Number Of Napa Scam Reports, Issues Scam Alert

There have been over 19,000 scam attempts reported by customers to PG&E; here's how many were reported by Napa customers.

Patch Wants To Feature Your Best Photos Of Napa Valley

Share your awesome photos of Napa Valley with Patch. Here's how to do it.

Meet Violet And Donal, Your Napa County Bike Champions Of The Year

The award recognizes those who inspire bicycling in their communities and are committed to using cycling as their primary mode of transport.

Lake Berryessa Not At Spillway Depth As Locals Plan Summer Activities

The Berryessa bass are biting though the lake level is below the "Morning Glory Spillway depth. Here are some favorite things to do there.

SF Bay Weekend: Coastal Wildflower Day; Butter & Egg Parade; Earth Day

Looking for events & things to do this weekend, April 22-23, in the San Francisco Bay Area? Patch has you covered.

Longtime Napa Mayor's Home Up For Federal Historic Designation

Charles Trower was principally involved with improvements to Napa’s water system and the city waterfront.

Vineyard Owners Hope Wet Winter Leads To An Excellent Vintage Of Wine

Grape harvests were down during the last 3 years of drought. Growers hope this year's harvest is a blockbuster.

Napa County To Launch New Emergency Alert System: How To Sign Up

Napa County is transitioning to a new emergency alert system and will hold a countywide mass notification test next week. What to know.

Firefighters Help Newborn Goat Kids: Photo Of The Week

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Napa Farmers Market Open Tuesdays Starting April 4

Tuesday market season has arrived, giving shoppers two days a week to frequent the Napa Farmers Market.

Chateau Montelena And The Tasting That Changed Napa Valley

Napa Valley is the most prestigious wine country in California, and after the Judgment in Paris, some may say the world.