Christmas Eve Worship

Small Number of Accused Priests Have Far-Flung Influence

Only 30 clerics were on last week’s list of accused priests, but an animated Patch map and interactive timeline illustrate the scope of their time in the ministry.

[VIDEO] How to Make the Perfect Grilled Cheese

This spin on a classic grilled cheese sandwich is the perfect lunch or quick weeknight meal.

5 Things to Know This Week

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

Who says the punishment always has to fit the crime?

Help Children, Special Projects Around Twin Cities via Patch and GoFundMe

Twin Cities Patch is teaming up with GoFundMe and our users to give a handful of projects each week a much-needed boost.

Second Grader’s “Buddy Bench” Goes Viral

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

Blue Christmas Worship at Shepherd of the Hills

Best Maps of 2013: Obama Won the 'Starbucks Counties'

Strange Fact: The more Starbucks cafes there are in town, the more likely that county voted Democratic last election.

Holiday Recipe: Fall-Inspired Banana Bread

Filled with extra goodies like cranberry, nuts and chocolate, this banana bread is the perfect addition to a holiday or weekend brunch.

Hopkins Basketball Teams Rack Up Wins at Tip Off Classic

The boys beat St. Michael-Albertville, and the girls beat Anoka.

noteboom Violin and Viola Studio in Minnetonka!

Best Maps of 2013: Local Obesity Rates

While obesity is still prevalent in the U.S., for the first time the number of poor children who are obese dropped.

Advent Service at Emmaus Road Church in Hopkins

Eclectic 887

December Special on Hard Drive Shredding!

ART a go go HOLIDAY SALE

When to Ship Your Packages for Christmas

Use the interactive calendar below to make sure your gifts are sent in time for delivery by Dec. 25.

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Holiday Party with K102 at The Garden By The Woods in Chanhassen

Thousands Remember Zach at Mall of America: Good News

Also: A 6-year-old hero, snowplow hero arrives and cupcakes. Good news from the past week from our Patch sites in the Twin Cities.

Pictures with Santa, Holiday Music & More at The Garden By the Woods in Chanhassen

Literacy Help, Mobile Music Recording Lab Among Latest School Grants

The Hopkins Education Foundation awarded $38,000 in grants this fall.

Cinema Siren's Best Actor Oscar Contenders for 2014

Is '12 Years A Slave's' Ejiofor staying strong or will 'The Wolf of Wall Street's' DiCaprio steal the spotlight?

Hear Choir of 4,000 Sing 'Clouds' at Mall of America

The first videos are surfacing of the big sing Thursday of Zach Sobiech's song, part of the KS95 for Kids Radiothon to raise money for the Children’s Cancer Research Fund and Gillette Children’s Specialty Healthcare.

Lakeville North Student Killed in Crash: Crime Roundup

The top police, court and fire stories from our Patch sites in the Twin Cities include more information on a fatal crash into a pond, a stabbing and a prisoner escape.

Six Former Hopkins Priests on List of Accused Priests

The priests worked at St. Joseph and St. John the Evangelist.

Nationwide Nominations Open for Congressional Medal of Honor Society’s Citizen Honors Program

Holiday Gifts for the Gourmand [SPONSORED]

We rounded up the must-have items for the chef or food lover in your family.

5 Great Holiday Crafts to Do With Kids This Weekend

Keep kids busy with these festive and fun activities.

Hopkins City Councilwoman Announces State Representative Campaign

Cheryl Youakim is seeking the DFL endorsement for House District 46B.

Hoppin' at Hopkins LEGION with the Percolators Band!

Ukrainians in Minnesota Plan Solidarity Demonstration in St. Paul

A woman involved in Hopkins’ sister city partnership with Boryspil said the goal is to show support for protestors in Kiev.

Crystal Shopping Center Holiday & Tree Lighting Event

Meander In St. Paul or Party Like An Alien: Regional Weekender

Three things to do in the Twin Cities area include holiday music concerts on Saturday.

Where Can You Visit Santa Claus in the Twin Cities?

Santa is visiting children in cities and towns all over the area. Find a time and place that works for your family.

[VIDEO] How to Stock Your Pantry for Unexpected Guests

It's the holiday season—which means you'll sometimes have more guests than you planned. Here's how to cope.

Below Zero temperature this weekend...How is your furnace working?

Outdoor Ice Rinks Open Dec. 21 in Minnetonka and Hopkins

Check out one of these 14 local rinks with warming houses.

Your Kid’s Never Gonna Make the NFL

Several stars arose during this year’s football season, but even the state’s best players rarely reach the pros.