Lonely Monkey Finds His Val-entine

An embrace with Valerie ends a lifetime of loneliness for rescued Pepe

PCH Reopens!

A six mile stretch of PCH near Malibu reopened to the public today after a month-long closure.

Firefighter Dangles from Helicopter to Save Dog From LA River

A little pup is safe today after a firefighter snatched it from the rain-swollen LA River.

Search and Rescue Volunteers Have Record Year for Lifesaving

Volunteers responded to 597 missions, saving lost hikers, crash victims, dogs and even a 16-million-year-old fossil.

Psst, Santa Monica! Here's How to Get Free Frosty Treats for the Year

By donating to a worthy cause, you can score a sweet deal.

LA Brims with Acts of Kindness this Christmas

Volunteers will feed thousands of homeless. Comics will perform for the lonely. What will you do?

Fundraiser Planned in Pasadena For LACFD Firefighter's Ill Daughter

Cecilia is the 3-year-old daughter of Los Angeles County Firefighter James von Harz and she need medication that costs $1,500 a month.

Evicted Elderly Woman Can Stay in Los Angeles Apartment

Following a story by Patch, Los Angeles social services became involved and arranged for Natalie Moore, 87, to stay in her home of 40 years.

Residents to Help Senior Kicked Out of Home With Bake, Plant Sale

Natalie Moore is 87 and must move in less than one month; a plant and bake sale is being held this weekend on Coronado Street.

Elementary School in Los Angeles Needs Help Building New Playground

The original playground was torn down three years ago because of safety code issues.

Bouncing Back from Cancer, Santa Monica Resident to Receive Achievement Award from CSU

The anthropology student maintains a 4.0 working on his masters and plans to pursue a Ph.D.

11 Years After 'Heaven,' What Life is Like for the Burpo Family

The movie, in stores July 22, is about a real-life boy who says he went to Heaven and met Jesus during surgery. We spoke with the family behind the film about how it can help start a discussion in your town.

24 Amazing Ways Residents Inspire Their Communities

Patch readers told us who the "Everyday Inspirations" in their communities are, and we're sharing their stories and the work they've done locally.

Everyday Inspirations: Incredible Ways People Give Back Locally

Patch readers told us who the "Everyday Inspirations" in their communities are, and we're sharing their stories and the work they've done locally.

28-Year-Old who Suffered Heart Attack at L.A. Marathon Meets Rescuers

"Within 60 seconds I had able, capable hands working on me to revive me," said Jode Lebeda.

'Coupon Queen' Gets $800 Grocery Bill Down to $7, Gives Savings Away

A New York woman is so good at bargain shopping that she's used her skills to donate groceries and other goods to charity. Learn how you can follow her lead locally.

Charitable Children: 'No Matter What Age You May Be, You Can Change the Life of Another'

As a part of our "Everyday Inspirations" series, we look at how children across the country are making big impacts locally.

Harp Healing: Woman Uses Music Therapy to Help Hospital Patients

After losing three people close to her in eight months, Edie Elkan picked up a harp for the first time in 28 years. Now she runs a program training others to play the instrument for patients in hospitals.

Nominate 'Everyday Inspirations' in Your Town

Patch wants to share stories about people who work every day to change others' lives for the better.

Man Steals from Coffee Shop—and You’ll Never Guess What Happened Next

Who says the punishment always has to fit the crime?

Second Grader’s “Buddy Bench” Goes Viral

Christian Bucks’ idea to foster friendship spreads to 32 states—and counting.

The Week's Best Good News: A Winning Wedding, 26 Days of Kindness and More

Here's our roundup of the most uplifting and feel-good stories from Patch towns across the country.

The Week's Best Good News: Man Finds $98K in Desk, Holocaust Survivor Reunited with Soldier

Here's our roundup of the most uplifting and feel-good stories from Patch towns across the country.

Butterball Turkey Hotline Helps Home Cooks Conquer Thanksgiving

Fifty turkey experts will answer questions on meal prep and turkey emergencies this holiday season.

How to Order Butterbeer at Starbucks

It's not on the menu, but customers can give baristas a special recipe that will produce a drink similar to the beverage enjoyed by the fictional witches and wizards from the Harry Potter books.

The Week's Best Good News

Here's our roundup of the most uplifting and feel-good stories from Patch towns across the country.

Download Your Patch Mobile App: New for Android and iPhone!

The place you call home — and the latest news and happenings you need to know — is now in the palm of your hand.

ICYMI: The Week's Best Good News

We rounded up the most uplifting stories trending across the country.

High School Student with Down Syndrome Scores Touchdown [VIDEO]

A football dream comes true for a high school senior in New York.

Santa Monica Opera Singer Crowned Ms. Senior California

Alise Richel beat out 13 other contestants for the title. She’ll now compete in the Ms. Senior America Pageant in Atlantic City in October.

Family, Dignitaries, Celebrate Santa Monica Vet's 92nd Birthday

Harry Hunt Jr. is a WWII veteran and received birthday wishes Aug. 29 from President Barak Obama, Governor Jerry Brown and Mayor Pam O’Connor, among others.

Letter: Remembering the Legacy of Paul Conrad

Today is the third anniversary of the passing of artist and peacemaker Paul Conrad, who created the Santa Monica 'Chain Reaction' sculpture in Santa Monica.

Santa Monica Pier Makes List of Most Beautiful Sunsets in America

Santa Monica College Professor Breaks Pacific Crest Trail Record

The 30-year-old Santa Monica resident reached the trail's end in 59 days, 8 hours and 59 minutes.

Westside Top Blogs: Guidelines for Planning and Eating

Here's what you wrote—and read—this week.

Most Popular West Side Blogs: Smart Art and Falling for Fries

Here's what you wrote—and read—this week.

Hundreds of Cyclists to Pedal for Charity on the Santa Monica Pier

The stationary 100 mile bike ride will take over the famous Santa Monica Pier and will last approximately 5 hours, with over 400 riders.

Fond Memories of Map Tag Resurrect New Mural

17-year-old Eagle Scout candidate Isaac Nemzer repaints a gigantic 48-foot by 32-foot map of the United States at Grant Elementary School.

Carmageddon Weekend in Santa Monica

Local Firefighters 'Brave Enough' to Wear Pink

Santa Monica's Local 1109 will don pink t-shirts during Breast Cancer Awareness Month. Want a shirt of your own? They're for sale, too.