Need a break from bad news? Here are a few of our favorite uplifting headlines and photos from Northern California Patch sites.
This recipe makes a lovely, summertime dessert! (P.S. It's easy.)
July is National Ice Cream Month, and this Sunday is National Ice Cream Day.
The Red Cross says blood supplies drop dramatically during the summer months. Find out how you can help.
Donate blood at selected blood drives and get one free ticket to any U.S. Cedar Fair theme park.
Details emerge in fatal officer-involved shooting; live tank round prompts evacuations; fires in homes and on hillsides; Ken Stabler dies
Shark Week is winding down and Patch has the top shark stories from across California, including recent sightings and useful tips.
If your own phone number appears on caller ID, Newark, do not pick up! It's a scam.
Riders now can track buses' "real time" locations.
We'll publish this weekly so you know how to plan all your used-good treasure hunting each weekend. Post your yard sales for free!
"Dear Neighbor" notes can be downloaded and left at the offenders' homes ...
This could mean bad news for native coastal plants and also increase the likelihood of wildfires.
Good news for all commuters in the South Bay.
Pleasanton native fatally shot in SF; Premium Outlets mass hiring; new vaccine law; algae closes lake; woman attacked for iPhone, purse.
Patch has a wide array of unique animal stories from around the state this week. Some of the photos are darling.
The state's energy grid is feeling the strain of the heat wave. The alert is in effect through Wednesday. There are simple things you can do
Health officials in the region are reminding residents to drink lots of water. Just how hot will it get?
More than 40 percent of regular donors may be traveling during the 4th of July holiday and will be unavailable to give.
Cause behind fatal Berkeley balcony collapse; naked man arrested; fire; new stores for outlet mall; fireworks go on sale soon.
Some cities could reach 103 degrees, according to the National Weather Service.
PG&E has found the cause of the problem and is working to solve the issue.
Tragedy following Berkeley balcony collapse; 'Santa' robs pharmacy; two indecent exposures; Alameda County Fair opens; first day of summer
Need a break from bad news? Here are a few of our favorite uplifting headlines and photos from East Bay Patch sites and around the Bay Area.
Combined they will award $750,000 in college scholarships and prizes.
War memorial vandalized; convicted baby murderer gets 11 years; bank robbery; Listeria; unemployment and gas prices drop.
Amazon compiled its annual list of most well-read cities in America and two Bay Area cities are in the top 20.
The king and queen of planets – dazzling Venus and bold Jupiter – will appear to nearly collide throughout June, plus meteor shower outlook.
Occasional heavy showers today are possible, but they won’t last long. Send your amazing rain photos to autumn.johnson@patch.com.
Service was restored as of about 1:40 p.m.
A fire at a power substation has caused an equipment problem, according to BART officials.
Toddler found following alleged abduction; investigation of sex toy selfie homework; parking space dispute; fatal plane crash; Kaiser hiring
The new film 'San Andreas' has residents checking supplies and buying new preparedness kits.