Winning Lotto Tickets + 4th Of July Fireworks, Events: Saturday Smiles

The fourth of July weekend is finally here and it’s time to celebrate with some of the uplifting news stories you may have missed.

Did you recently play the lottery? Time to check your ticket because two winning tickets were sold in the Bay Area.

While you’re here, don’t forget to check out our Bay Area 4th of July fireworks, events and restaurant guides to help you plan your Independence Day weekend.

2 Bay Area Lotto Tickets Each Worth $17,763

• Have you checked the numbers on your lotto tickets? Someone is in for a nice lottery windfall.

Pleasanton, San Ramon Make List Of Safest Cities To Raise A Family

• Safewise released its latest findings on the top 50 safest cities in the country. California held 11 spots.

July 4th Restaurant Specials, Steals & Dining Deals 2022: SF Bay Area

• For a star-spangled, Independence Day brunch, lunch, picnic or BBQ, check out offerings from eateries throughout the San Francisco Bay region.

July 4th Fireworks 2022 In San Francisco Bay Area

• Patch has your complete guide to Independence Day fireworks shows, parades and other celebrations in and around the SF Bay Area.

Novato Celebrates Four-Legged Crime Fighter's Birthday

• “Happy Birthday to K-9 Rookie,” the NPD wrote on its social media pages Monday.

Poodle Found Underneath Car In Redwood City Available For Adoption

• The poodle, a tripod adult named Lia, was not microchipped and didn’t have a collar or tags.

Petaluma Police Officer Receives CHP Award For Stolen Vehicle Recovery

• The proactive actions taken by Officer Tawny Pabros have reunited numerous victims with their vehicles.

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.