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Warriors Smash Another Record; Lottery Winner; Momma Dog Reunited With Pups: Saturday Smiles

Need a break from bad news? Here are a few of our favorite uplifting headlines and photos from Northern California Patch sites.

If you are looking for a lighter news story for your weekend, Patch is here to brighten your day.

Steph Curry and the Warriors Smash More Records

  • The world champions are obliterating records this season in their quest for back-to-back crowns.

$1 Million Lottery Winner: East Bay Man Wins on Scratcher

  • The lucky ticket was bought at -- wait for it -- a Lucky supermarket! See what the winner plans to do with his haul!!

Momma Dog Reunites With Her Puppies at the Humane Society

  • The heart-melting moment took place at the Marin Humane Society. Watch the adorable video.

Cal Bears Going to the US Quidditch Cup!

  • Yes, Quidditch, as in Harry Potter. But there's no cash to get this team to South Carolina so they're seeking donations. Link is included.

Police Instagram Locates Stolen $7000 Bicycle

  • The Santa Cruz Police Department shows social networking finesse when they locate a stolen bike worth $7000 using Instagram.

Where Are the Safest Places to Live in California?

  • The rankings were based on crime stats and other findings.

New Flights to Las Vegas, Phoenix For Sonoma Airport

  • Allegiant Air announces it will begin flying in May between the Sonoma County Airport and two new destinations, Las Vegas and Phoenix.

It's Your Shot: Pictures You Take and We Share

  • This week, a quiet blanket of snow in Bridgeport, captured by a Patch contributor back on Christmas Day. Have you got next week's Shot?

"Cuddle Me Close": You Can't Get Any Closer Than This

  • A 4-H project produces a soft, flannel blanket or cover-up that provides privacy to breast-feeding mothers and their newborns.

"Scooby-Doo" Mystery Machine Outruns Police

  • A woman driving the Scooby-Doo Mystery Machine, aka a 1994 Chrysler Town & Country minivan, outran Redding police in a Sunday chase.

Vallejo Firefighter Remembers Colleague Step By Step

  • A firefighter representing the Vallejo Fire Department climbed 1,311 steps of a Seattle skyscraper on Sunday in honor of a fallen colleague.

Free Tuition For Fall Semester Offered At West Valley College

  • West Valley College will pay tuition for the Fall 2016 semester if you qualify. Students must live within the West Valley College area.

Photos: Napa Valley Marathon Brings Runners, Crowds

  • The Napa Valley Marathon was held under ideal cool conditions Sunday. Cat Beck of New York won the women's division, her first marathon.

Montair Elementary Principal Receives National Honor

  • He will be recognized at a conference in Washington, D.C. next month.

Pinole Valley High Student Headed to Speech State Championships

  • Lisa Romero qualified for the tournament on April 15-17 at Mission College in Santa Clara.

Alameda County Unemployment Rate 6th Lowest in California

  • Four other Bay Area counties top Alameda, with one Southern California county edging into the Top 5.

3 City of Pleasanton Jobs Open - Application Deadlines This Month

  • A livable wage, good benefits - apply for these jobs before the deadline passes.

4 City of Alameda Jobs Open - Application Deadlines Approaching

  • A livable wage, good benefits - blue collar or management - apply for these jobs before the deadline passes.

Alameda County, Libraries Celebrating the Arts This Month

  • Exhibits, concerts and contests are all planned to recognize the role of arts in our lives.

Livermore to Honor Women Veterans

  • The public is invited to this free event - mark your calendar for later this month. A complimentary lunch will be served.

SFO Fastest Growing US Airport for International Travelers

  • Overall, the airport saw a record 50 million passengers in 2015.

Menlo Park Firefighters Marking 100 Years

  • Firefighters will sport special badges marking the anniversary.

Going Boating? Look Out for Migrating Gray Whales

  • Plus, we've listed some of the best local spots for whale watching in the region if you're on land.

What Do You Know About Narita Japan?

  • Information about San Bruno's Sister City

2016 Congressional Art Competition

  • The deadline for submissions isApril 15, 2016 at 5 p.m.

San Ramon Organ Donor Program Launches Video Series of Transplant Process

  • Warning: grab your tissues, this Dear Donor video is a tear jerker. New partnership with San Ramon Regional Medical Group and Donor Network.

Dogs Found in U-Haul Ready for Loving Homes

  • The Contra Costa County Animal Services is looking for adoptive homes for the surviving pups found abandoned last month.

Bay Area Boy Does Good Deed, Gets National Attention

  • 10-year-old Antioch boy rewarded tremendously on Ellen Show after mailing a lost wallet back to its rightful owner.

Local Fireman Climbs High to Support the Fight Against Cancer

  • A Vallejo Firefighter climbed 1,300 steps to honor Alameda Fire Captain and raises money for Leukemia & Lymphoma Society.

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--Photo courtesy Marin Humane Society from Momma Dog Reunites With Her Puppies at the Humane Society

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