50 Chihuahuas Rescued + Crab Feed Tickets Available: Saturday Smiles

Are you in need of some nice news? Patch has you covered. Take a look at these uplifting stories from our editors across Northern California.

More Than 50 Chihuahuas Rescued From Livermore Hoarder: LPD

• Several Chihuahuas are up for adoption at different Tri-Valley shelters after Livermore police rescued them from "filthy" conditions.

Lottery Ticket Worth $43K Sold In Hayward

• It's not as exciting as the $1.35 billion Mega Millions jackpot, but we bet the winner is excited!

Hike For Hope 2023 Registration Open

• Each year, the Hike for Hope aims to raise $100,000 to help support East Bay caregivers.

Volunteers Sought For Contra Costa Point-In-Time Count

• Contra Costa Health Services is seeking volunteers to help identify people experiencing unsheltered homelessness on Jan. 25.

SF Bay Area Crab Feeds 2023: All-You-Can-Eat, In-Person & Drive-Thrus

• It's time, crab fans! Feed season gears up throughout the San Francisco Bay Area. So get crackin', as these events often sell out.

Let us know if you have an idea for a nice news story in your town. Email your story tips to autumn.johnson@patch.com.