Help Fundraiser for Local Man Who Lost Home to Fire

Patch has partnered with GoFundMe and is helping to highlight worthy campaigns in local communities.

Father-Son Duo's 'Massachusetts Song' Goes Viral

Long car rides inspired Dana Edelman and his 11-year-old son Jaiden to create "The Massachusetts Song (You Athol)," which has had more than 10,000 views on YouTube in less than a month.

Five Local Causes Looking for Help

Your neighbors are looking for help this holiday season.

Help the State's Best Jump Shooters Fight Cancer

Money raised by the athletic challenge is going to Mass. General Hospital and Children's Hospital.

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.

State Income Tax Rate to Drop

You'll pay 5.20 percent this coming tax season instead of 5.25 percent.

Nearly $6,000 Raised for Braintree Man's Cancer Treatment

Patch has partnered with GoFundMe and is helping to highlight worthy campaigns in local communities.

MBTA to Begin Late Night Service Next Year

The one-year pilot program is set to begin in the spring

It's #GivingTuesday, Massachusetts

Find which Bay State organizations are ready for your donation on #GivingTuesday.

Public Skating Starts This Week at all DCR Rinks

Lace up those skates, it’s the season to hit the ice.

Online Campaign Raising Money for Family Whose House Caught Fire

The Braintree family lost their home to a fire Monday morning.

Holiday TV Guide: Find Out When Your Seasonal Favorites Air

Frosty, Rudolph and Charlie Brown are coming to town.

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.

Marge Crispin Center to Support 200 Families This Holiday Season

Do you volunteer during the holidays? Year round?

Creative Recipes Boost Holiday Giving for Hingham Pantry

Good Life Kitchen in Norwell offers cooking classes to all sizes and types of groups.

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.

Braintree to Restore Civil War Monument

Abraham Lincoln delivered the the Gettysburg Address on Nov. 19, 1863.

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.

Share Your Gettysburg Address Video

Take part in commemorating Lincoln's address 150 years after it was delivered.

$1,600 Returned to Elderly Woman Thanks to Braintree Boys' Kindness

The Braintree students, in grades six and seven, quickly told their parents after they found the wallet.

Help Fund a Veteran Cause in Massachusetts

Veterans across Massachusetts need your help.

The Week's Best Good News

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

Bay State Students: Tops in Nation for Math, Reading

However, reading scores for Massachusetts fourth graders did dip.

Restaurants Serving Free Meals for Veterans on Monday

In observance of Veterans Day 2013, these restaurants are offering a free meal to those who have served our country.

Santa Claus Sets up Shop at South Shore Plaza

It's November and that means Christmas is now around the corner.

Added Trains, Special Fares Available for Trip to Rolling Rally

Extra service will be added all across the MBTA system on Saturday to help fans get into Boston for the Red Sox rolling rally.

ICYMI: The Week's Best Good News

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

When is the Red Sox Parade?

See where Saturday's rolling party will go.

When Does Daylight Saving Time End in Massachusetts?

We turn the clocks back in the fall, but should we? Would you rather eliminate Daylight Saving Time or extend it year round?

Angie Miller to Perform in Salem Halloween Night

Beverly's Angie Miller will perform in a free concert at the Salem Common on Halloween.

What Have Been the Most Popular Boys’ Names in Massachusetts?

Benjamin was the top boys’ name in the Bay State in 2012.

High School Student with Down Syndrome Scores Touchdown [VIDEO]

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

Scout Re-Builds Bridge at Pond Meadow Park for Eagle Project

Pond Meadow Park is in Braintree and Weymouth.

Weymouth-Based South Shore Habitat for Humanity Holds Arts Fair in Braintree

This fundraiser is one of several being planned to generate funds for the next Habitat home.

Off-Duty Firefighter Helps Man Collapsed at Connell Rink

The U.S. Marine veteran, a Braintree firefighter, served in Iraq and Afghanistan.

Wahlburgers Halloween Bash Benefits Breast Cancer Charity

On Oct. 25, Wahlburgers will celebrate Halloween with its second annual Wahl-O-Ween Bash to benefit Remember Betty.