Pay Tribute to the Veterans in Your Life

Last week, we asked readers to contribute the names of beloved veterans in their lives. Today, on Veterans Day, we pay tribute to those who served. Add the names of veterans you would like to honor in the comments section below.

Injured Falcon Takes Flight After PHS Intervention

The injured bird, which was found near SFO, was treated by having seven new feathers attached. It was released Thursday.

The Week's Best Good News

Here's our roundup of the most uplifting and feel-good stories from Patch towns across the country.

Local Veterans Honored at Annual Breakfast and You're Invited

The Pacifica American Legion Post 238's Veteran’s Day Breakfast has attracted over 80 guests in recent years, filling the hall to near capacity.

Restaurants Serving Free Meals to Veterans on Monday

In observance of Veterans Day 2013, these restaurants are offering a free meal to those who have served our country.

Green Streets Reduce Pollution, Enhance Pedestrian Safety

San Mateo County agencies “green” roads and parking lots to reduce stormwater pollution and improve communities.

Inaugural San Francisco National Veterans Day Run This Sunday

The run will raise money for educational scholarships for military families.

New FAA Rules Should Reduce SFO Flight Delays on Foggy Days

Being socked-in will no longer mean being grounded.

'High Expectations' for New San Mateo County Parks Director

One of her first jobs will be leading one of the highest profile parks projects in California: development of the Devil’s Slide Trail between Pacifica and Montara.

ICYMI: The Week's Best Good News

We rounded up the most uplifting stories trending across the country.

Pacifica Named One of America’s Best Suburbs

Touted as a great place to live without having to move too far away from a big city, Pacifica makes Movoto Real Estate’s best suburb list. Here’s why.

How To Make Your Own Día de los Muertos Sugar Skulls

The Day of the Dead holiday is celebrated Nov. 1-2 by honoring the deceased with sugar skulls decorated with icing.

Some Sierra Ski Resorts Could Open This Weekend

Between fresh snowfall and snowmaking, the first resort could open this Friday.

Mavericks Surf Contest Window Opens This Friday

Among the big-wave surfers invited to participate in this year's Mavericks contest is Brazilian surfer Carlos Burle, who on Monday was reported to have possibly surfed the world's biggest wave off the coast of Portugal.

Pacifica Science and Arts Center Welcomes a New CEO

The George Greenstein Institute (GGI) in Pacifica recently announced that Gaynor Strachan Chun will be its Chief Executive Officer.

And the Winner of the Name That Fog Contest is ...

The Pacifica Rotary Club asked Pacificans to 'Name That Fog' for a contest to raise funds for dictionaries for every 3rd grader in Pacifica. Here's who won.

Mavericks Surf Season Opens Friday With Ceremony

Opening ceremony and paddle out at the beach for Mavericks surfing contest is Friday, Oct. 25, at 2 p.m.

High School Student with Down Syndrome Scores Touchdown [VIDEO]

A football dream comes true for a high school senior in New York.

It's Time to Enter the 'One Foot At A Time' Art Event

Make trash into art for Surfrider's third annual 'One Foot At A Time' plastic cleanup event and win a TimberTEK Firewire surfboard.

Metallica Frontman to be Honored at Facebook's Little Kids Rock Fundraiser

This year's event will honor the late Chef Josef Desimone, former Google chef and a supporter of the music education fundraiser.

Proud Pint-Sized Pacificans Pedal for Their Preschool

Pacifica Co-op Nursery School students solicited donations by getting sponsored by friends and family to ride in the annual Trike-A-Thon.

San Bruno Featured in New York Times Story

The article put the spotlight on San Bruno’s tech.

Weekend Smiles: Daring Rescue, Cute Kid Letter, Coastside Awards, and Bobcat Kitten

Need a break from bad news? Here are a few of our favorite uplifting headlines from Bay Area Patch sites.

Pacifica Fog Jog Results Are In

See how your neighbors did in the 5-mile Fog Fest race this year.

Montara Woman to be Appointed as San Mateo County’s First Poet Laureate

Caroline Goodwin was picked from a pool of 15 candidates based on her resume, a poetry reading and ideas about how to promote the arts in San Mateo County.

THE Guide to Patch Tips and Tricks on Blogging

Maybe you just started your blog or perhaps you’re already an old pro. Either way, we’ve put together some tips *every* blogger should check out (trust us, they're helpful!):

The Best Blogs on Patch: Tom Clancy Tribute and Resume Tips

Patch’s weekly roundup of blogs from across the country.

Have Something to Say About Your Faith? We’re Looking for Bloggers!

Are you passionate about your faith? Whether you’re affiliated with a religious organization, house or worship or parochial school, serve as a religious leader in the community, or just feel spiritual, we want your voice on Patch!

The Best Blogs on Patch: Grandmothers, Guns and Scooping Poop

Patch’s weekly roundup of blogs from across the country.

Pacifica Rotary Launches 'Name That Fog' Contest

Enter your favorite name for Pacifica’s summer fog, raise funds to provide third graders with dictionaries, and win a week’s stay at a fabulous resort in Matazlan, Mexico!

Why Are There So Many Starbucks in Pacifica?

Pacifica has the highest concentration of Starbucks locations on the Coastside.

5 Scouts From Pacifica Achieve Eagle Status

Eagle projects involved installing a wheelchair accessible path for special needs students at Terra Nova High to renovating the parish library at St. Edmonds Church in Pacifica.

Royals Name Baby George – Check out the Most Popular Baby Names in California

How many babies got your name the year you were born? Explore our database of California baby names from 1910 to 2012.

How to Survive a Plane Crash

A plane crash is not a death sentence. Find out all the things you can do to walk away from the wreckage.

Berkeley Professor Thanks Harbor Masters for Saving His Life

Deputy Harbormasters promptly rescued a man who had fallen from his boat into the water.

Coastside Residents Bring Home Ribbons From the County Fair

Talented coastsiders showed their best at the 79th San Mateo County Fair.

Pacifica Boys & Girls Clubs Exhibit Photography in Gallery Show

Here's Your Sick Note for a Day Off to Surf

Surfrider CEO "Dr. J" Moriarty wants everyone to take the day off and paddle out in Pacifica for International Surfing Day.

What Our Dads Taught Us

Father's Day musings from around Pacifica.

Healthy Kids Populate San Mateo County

A U.S. News ranking looks at the top 50 children-friendly counties in the country.