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NorCal's 2021 Lottery Millionaires, Dogs Rescued: Saturday Smiles

Firefighters rescue two dogs from a house fire; fixer upper homes in California and more pleasant news out of Northern California.

Pedestrians carry umbrellas as they walk past a large holiday tree outside of the Chase Center in San Francisco.
Pedestrians carry umbrellas as they walk past a large holiday tree outside of the Chase Center in San Francisco. (Jeff Chiu/AP Photo)

NORTHERN CALIFORNIA — Need a break from the doom and gloom of the news cycle? We've compiled recent stories that illustrate the sweeter side of our coverage here at Patch.

San Leandro Angel Donor Provides $100K To Families In Need

The San Leandro-based community center Davis Street provided over 1,250 pre-packaged holiday baskets to families.

2 Dogs Saved From Rohnert Park Mobile Home Fire On Christmas

Firefighters determined that a candle left lit in the kitchen was the source of the blaze.

Find out what's happening in San Franciscofor free with the latest updates from Patch.

Montecatini Ristorante: Changes In Walnut Creek

What will new ownership mean for your favorite dishes?

Fixer Uppers Available In California

Are you looking for a new home or investment? These listings are available right now.

Find out what's happening in San Franciscofor free with the latest updates from Patch.

East Bay Restaurants To Try In 2022

As 2022 approaches, what East Bay restaurants should be on your must-try list? Take a look!

Napa County Probation Specialist Honored With Statewide Award

Chris Van Orden was recognized as Trainer of the Year at the 2021 Annual Chief Probation Officers of California Awards Ceremony

Amazing Bathrooms In CA Homes

These homeowners can feel like they're at the spa without ever leaving home.

NorCal Millionaires Made In 2021: California Lottery

You can't win if you don't play. Here's who won the biggest prizes in Northern California this year.

Donations Matched For Harvey Ranch Property Purchase

If you would like to see the land near Saint Mary's College preserved, now's your chance to make a difference.

Off-The-Boat Dungeness Crab Sales Begin At San Francisco Fisherman's Wharf

The Port of San Francisco announced live crab sales from fishing vessels would begin at 3 p.m.

Holiday Snow On Mount Diablo Brings Out Hikers Young And Old

The latest storm brought snow to Bay Area peaks.

Thousands Enjoy Free Christmas Meal At SF Church

Thousands of people enjoyed fellowship and a free meal at Glide Memorial's annual Christmas Day event Saturday.

Santa Cruz Co. Shelter Offers Rabbit Adoption Discounts

The Santa Cruz County Animal Shelter is encouraging people to adopt a rabbit by offering discounted adoption fees.

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