This year, Patch has partnered with T-Mobile to spotlight the thankful moments that bring our communities together.
Donna Luberger says Gardner’s small acts of kindness — from pushing her cart to loading groceries — have meant more than he knows.
Donna Luberger says Dr. Darryl Lau gave her life back after complex spinal fusion surgery.
Donna Luberger says her closest friend is her husband’s ex-wife, Phyllis, whose loyalty & support have become a source of comfort & love.
The New Jersey Poison Control Center offers safety tips for the holidays.
Every year, foodborne illness causes 48 million illnesses, 128,000 hospitalizations, and 3,000 deaths according to the CDC.
Don’t let Halloween end in a nightmare.
This holiday season, consider donating and volunteering locally to make a positive impact in our community.
Taking care of your home can be scary! Tackle those household demons with professional help this fall.
Pumpkin patches in the Oakland area are gearing up for the peak season.
The 2021 Fall Foliage Prediction Map is out so you can plan trips to see autumn in all its splendor in New Jersey and other U.S. states.
Oakland Patch is celebrating Father's Day 2021 by sharing father-daughter or father-son photos and messages of love.
Publish a photo of pops on the Oakland Patch for Father’s Day 2021 to share your favorite father-son or father-daughter moments.
There will be a ceremony on Sunday, at 1 p.m., at Veterans Park.
Share your favorite mother-son or mother-daughter photo and sentiments, and we’ll feature it on the Oakland Patch.
Many local Christmas tree providers are taking coronavirus precautions to make sure you and your family have a jolly holiday.
Looking for a Oakland-area pumpkin patch before Halloween? Check out the Patch list.
Pick out that pumpkin and enjoy the many fall attractions Oakland-area pumpkin patches have to offer.
Oakland's traditional Fourth of July events have been canceled.
Small Business Saturday — it’s on Nov. 30 this year — helps local businesses in Oakland compete.
Find out when time will run out to pick up last-minute Thanksgiving items from ShopRite and ACME in the Oakland area.
Don't feel like cooking or cleaning up? Good news there are several local restaurants open on Thanksgiving for 2019 in and around Oakland.
The ceremony will be at Valley Middle School, and Santa Claus will visit Oakland afterward.
Dozens of Oakland businesses and schools are participating in the charity initiative.
Your complete guide to Fourth of July fireworks shows, parades and other festive events throughout the Oakland area.
All funds raised go directly to the care and feeding of animals at the Ramapo-Bergen Animal Refuge.
Spend an enchanting evening at the 1832 Blauvelt farmhouse, illuminated with candlelight, fragrant with sweets, and decorated with greenery.
This highlight of the holiday season is a regional tradition. Programs begin PROMPTLY at 10:30 am, 12 pm, 1:30 pm, and 3 pm on Dec. 1-2.
All proceeds from the event will go to help care for adoptable animals at the Ramapo-Bergen Animal Refuge in Oakland.
It's almost Father's Day. One Oakland family had a special message for their dad.
A son shares his mom's amazing story on why he believes she is "Mom Of The Year."
Think your mom is the best mom in town? Tell us why.
Valentine's Day isn't just a holiday to swoon over the ladies — treat the number one man in your life to these fun and practical gifts.
Kris Kringle will be in town from 10:20 a.m. to 3:20 p.m.
The fire department will escort Santa around town. Parents and kids can donate toys for the Oakland PBA's toy drive.
American Express is encouraging shoppers to support local Oakland businesses.
LongHorn Steakhouse's grill masters will be available this weekend to answer questions on the phone, online, and with texts.
Unwrapped toys will be donated to children's hospitals and military families.
Keep grills out in the open and always swim with a buddy.
Families looking to visit the Big Apple and savor the holidays should note that kids under 12 ride free on the ferry until Jan. 4.
Know the return policies for Kohl's, Macy’s, Target, Walmart, Toys "R" Us, Old Navy, Victoria's Secret and more before you go.