All year, bloggers have been sharing their personal stories and opinions on local issues on Patch. Take a look back over the most-read blog posts in 2013.
Last year was a "nose to the grindstone," one psychic says, but 2014 will be "perky."
Firefighters made quick work of the Thursday night single-family house fire, limiting the damage to an estimated $35,000.
The map below shows percentage of owner-occupied homes valued between $150,000 and $199,999 in your neighborhood, as reported by the US Census Bureau.
An explanation of why I’ve decided to let my daughters ring in the new year.
See what your neighbors have been reading this year in Copperfield’s Book’s 2013 bestseller list.
Use our Moviefone widget to find movies playing at theaters in San Rafael and surrounding areas.
Looking for something to do this weekend? Our Weekend Guide offers can't-miss events around town.
Also 'The Wolf of Wall Street' and 'Inside Llewyn Davis.'
Here are some interesting and important things to know for the coming week.
Here are some interesting tidbits about the upcoming holiday.
These promises are easy to keep—and a boon for your bank account.
A visit to these state parks and early yuletide celebrations won't eat up much gas and should be fun for all.
The victim was hospitalized for severe head trauma.
Two crash victims listed in serious condition.
Visiting room sergeants says they're just sticking to the rules; Families outraged and say they've never heard of this policy
It's just not the holidays without a corny TV fireplace log and some classic holiday music.
Are you a new mom with an old Lemonheads t-shirt? The map below shows where you can find other new moms of your generation.
These sides will take center stage at the holiday table.
Simple tips for making sure all your hard work in the kitchen doesn't go to waste.
Here are some fun and weird facts about Christmas foods that might have you rethinking your own holiday menu and traditions.
From an entire gingerbread village to a life-sized gingerbread house, these sweet and festive creations are the perfect addition to the holiday season.
Looking for a new career? Check out who's accepting applications in the North Bay this week.
If you're not super picky, you can certainly find places to eat on Christmas Day 2013.
A pie bird will prevent your pies from getting soggy.
A tiny female puppy nicknamed "Gem" was found amid bottles and cans and other recyclables on a conveyer belt at a San Francisco dump site.
Some major retailers are keeping their doors open around the clock to help last-minute shoppers buy holiday gifts.
Spice up your holiday dessert spread with these creative dishes.
We reveal how much to tip your babysitter, mail carrier, hairdresser, and more.
…Or a cup of coffee, or going to the movies? Smart spender Betty Linneman made the ultimate New Year’s resolution in 2013. Could you do the same?
Check out these holiday classics with your family this week.
The map below shows a snapshot of how many minutes it generally takes people to get to work.
If convicted, the suspect in a series of Marin County bank robberies would be a third-strike offender.
City officials are under pressure from merchants to make the downtown area more shopper-friendly.