'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.

Staples Employees Provides $3,500 Grant to Heading Home

Part of a philanthropic initiative where Staples employees direct money to non-profits.

Five Groups Raising Money for Causes

Here are five nearby people and groups raising money for charity.

5 Pet-Related Causes Looking for Help

Your neighbors are looking for help this holiday season.

Five Local Causes Looking for Help

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.

$100,000 in Mitigation Funds Ratified by CNC

Funds will be distributed by the BRA early next year.

O'Neil Rink Opens Saturday for Public Skating

Lace up those skates, it’s the season to hit the ice. Also outdoor skating at Kendall Square opens this weekend.

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.

Donate to Kennedy Center's Flea Market This Saturday

The annual flea market will be held at the Community Resources Center, 55 Bunker Hill St., on Thursday and Friday, Dec. 5 and 6.

Whole Foods Hosting Weekend Effort to Help Less Fortunate Residents

Shoppers at the store at 51 Austin St. can contribute food from a list or donate to Lovin' Spoonful and Harvest on Vine.

Charlestown Singer Belts Out National Anthem at Celtics Game

A student at Berklee City Music, the after-school music education program at the Berklee School of Music.

Where Can I Donate a Coat?

Donating a coat is a great way to help a neighbor this holiday season. We'll help you find coat drives near you.

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.

13 Great Deals on Boston Area Holiday Events

The Mayor's Holiday Spectacular has discounts on plays, concerts and other holiday-themed events.

13 Great Deals on Boston Area Holiday Events

The Mayor's Holiday Spectacular has discounts on plays, concerts and other holiday-themed events.

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.

Have Some Ice Time with Charlestown Mothers on Sunday

Family-style skate party from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. at the Charlestown skating rink on Union Street.

Second Annual Turkey Trot Kid Races Set for Saturday, Nov. 23 at the High School

All proceeds from the races will be donated to Charlestown's Harvest on Vine, the community food pantry.

Help Fund a Veteran Cause in Massachusetts

Veterans across Massachusetts need your help.

St. John’s Episcopal Church Annual Harvest Fair Nov. 16

Silent auction, for sale items and a turkey dinner (or just apple pie and ice cream).

The Week's Best Good News

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

Charlestown Now Home to City's First Universally Accessible Playground

Liberty Mutual Insurance provided the cornerstone donation of $1 million for space at the Navy Yard.

Go Sox! Free Coffee at Dunkin’ Donuts Today, Monday!

In honor of Red Sox win, the coffee is on them at Charlestown's two locations.

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—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.

Charlestown High's Staff, Students Celebrate Ghoulish Halloween

Red Sox and beards were popular themes at the high school.

When is the Red Sox Parade?

See where Saturday's rolling party will go.

Show Us Your Red Sox Pride!

Show the team your support and share your pics and video of you and the kids in your best Red Sox gear!

High School Student with Down Syndrome Scores Touchdown [VIDEO]

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

Townie Association Holding Halloween Bash Oct. 25

Doors open at 8 p.m. at Memorial Hall located at 14 Green St.

Captain Tom Lee on Charlestown Live

This week's show will feature guests Captain Tom Lee and Sgt. Tom Lema, Boston Police Department Area A-1.

PHOTOS: Charlestown Boys & Girls Club's Be a Kid for a Day

PHOTO: Counter-Vandal Opposes Anti-Islam Message

PHOTOS: Dedication in honor of Children of the Famine