Newark, NJ|News|
Valor In Newark: Firefighters, Police Officers Earn Awards
These Newark first responders showed some serious guts, the Two Hundred Club of Essex County says. Here’s why they earned awards.
Eric Kiefer, Patch Staff
First Responders
Firefighters, police officers, EMTs and other first responders leave a lasting impact on their communities, shaping lives long after their service ends.
Montclair, NJ|News|
Valor In Montclair: Firefighters, Police Officers Earn Awards
These Montclair first responders showed some serious guts, the Two Hundred Club of Essex County says. Here’s why they earned awards.
Eric Kiefer, Patch Staff
Millburn-Short Hills, NJ|News|
Valor In Millburn: Police Officers Save Woman's Life, Earn Awards
These Millburn first responders showed some serious guts, the Two Hundred Club of Essex County says. Here’s why they earned awards.
Eric Kiefer, Patch Staff
Temecula, CA|News|
Southwest Station Passages: Young Explorer Praise, Retirement Wishes
In May, a young Explorer earns a scholarship at Southwest Sheriff's Station, and the department bids farewell to a support staff member.
Ashley Ludwig, Patch Staff
Petaluma, CA|News|
Petaluma PD Honors Officer For Life-Saving Effort, Community Impact
Officer Jayce Hanson was named Employee of the Quarter after helping save a man’s life, recovering stolen merchandise and much more.
Kat Schuster, Patch Staff
San Francisco, CA|News|
San Francisco Police Chief Steps Down
"Bill Scott has been an accomplished reformer and extraordinary leader."
Temecula, CA|News|
Temecula Man Picked For National Military Caregiving Fellowship
For this Temecula local who cares for his brother, learning to "lead with empathy" is one of the most important pillars of caregiving.
Kat Schuster, Patch Staff
San Mateo, CA|News|
Search For Missing Hiker In San Mateo County Scales Back: Police
Entering day seven of the search for a missing 79-year-old woman, rescue efforts have been limited.
Albert Gregory, Patch Staff
White Lake-Highland, MI|News|
Oakland Co. Officer Delivers Fawn After Its Mother Was Hit By A Car
Officers named the fawn Baby Meijer because of where she was born, police said.
Dylan Siwicki, Patch Staff
Hermosa Beach, CA|News|
'I've Led With Love': Hermosa Beach Police Chief Retires
Hermosa Beach Police Chief Paul LeBaron retired Monday, after five years on the job and a lifetime of lessons.
Fernando Haro, Patch Staff
Newark, NJ|News|
New Essex County Sheriff Appointees Include Trailblazing Promotion
Amir Jones announced two key leadership appointments within the Essex County Sheriff’s Office.
Eric Kiefer, Patch Staff
Temecula, CA|News|
Body Of Fallen Marine Returns Home To Riverside County
Lance Cpl. Albert A. Aguilera of Riverside was a combat engineer with 1st Combat Engineer Battalion, 1st Marine Division, Camp Pendleton.
Toni McAllister, Patch Staff
Concord, CA|News|
Concord Cops Finish Food Delivery After Driver's Arrest
The driver, who was accused of riding on a stolen motorcycle, told officers he was worried about the delivery not making it on time.
Kat Schuster, Patch Staff
San Mateo, CA|News|
Search For Missing SMC Hiker Enters 6th Day
A Redwood City woman went missing Thursday.
Albert Gregory, Patch Staff
Napa Valley, CA|News|
Napa Sheriff's K-9 Leo Retiring: Police
"This is the best assignment that I've had in my career," his handler said in a sheriff's office Facebook post.
Anna Schier, Patch Staff
Novato, CA|News|
New Novato Fire Chief Sworn In
The fire chief was sworn in at a special Novato Fire District Board of Directors Meeting Wednesday.
Albert Gregory, Patch Staff
Montclair, NJ|News|
Retired NJ Firefighter Earns College Degree 50 Years After Starting
“I don’t like to leave things unfinished,” says Ralph Castellano, who just earned a well-deserved degree from Montclair State University.
Eric Kiefer, Patch Staff
San Mateo, CA|News|
Missing Persons Bloodhound Joins San Mateo County Sheriff’s Office
This new member for the sheriff’s office has a nose for finding people.
Albert Gregory, Patch Staff
Canton, CT|News|
Canton FD's Dynamic Duo Honored For Decades Of Service
One has served the Town of Canton Fire & EMS Department for 60 years, the other for a bit more than 50 years.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
Simsbury, CT|News|
Explosives Manufacturer Makes Major Donation To Simsbury Firefighters
Simsbury-based Dyno Nobel recently donated funds allowing for the Simsbury Volunteer Fire Co. to have aerial views of fires/emergencies.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
West Hartford, CT|News|
West Hartford's Top 2025 Firefighter, Police Officer Honored Recently
A local civic group recently named its 2025 'Firefighter of the Year' and its 'Police Officer of the Year' in West Hartford.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
San Mateo, CA|News|
San Mateo County Starts Mobile Mental Health Crisis Team
San Mateo County will now offer mental health support around the clock.
Albert Gregory, Patch Staff
Los Angeles, CA|News|
LA Wildfire Documentary Shows Impact On First Responders
A new documentary told from the perspective of firefighters who battled LA's deadly January wildfires offers an up-close look at the impact.
Chris Lindahl, Patch Staff
Palm Desert, CA|News|
Clydesdales And RivCo Cops Usher In Stagecoach Country Music Festival
The team of horses and the Palm Desert Riverside County Sheriff's deputies joined forces in what has become an annual meet-up.
Ashley Ludwig, Patch Staff
Banning-Beaumont, CA|News|
2 RivCo Volunteers Lauded For Their Contributions To Local Hospitals
Kaiser Permanente Riverside thanked the two women for their dedication to helping families and patients in two area hospitals.
Kat Schuster, Patch Staff
Mill Valley, CA|News|
Evacuation Map Released For Mill Valley Drill
The City of Mill Valley has an evacuation drill planned for Saturday.
Albert Gregory, Patch Staff
San Mateo, CA|News|
San Mateo Police Rescue Orphan Ducklings
Several ducks attempted to cross one of the busiest San Mateo streets.
Albert Gregory, Patch Staff
Palm Desert, CA|News|
Watch: Sheriff's Palm Desert Aviation Crew Rescues Woman From Cliff
Video shows the woman, who clung to the mountain for about an hour, awaiting helicopter rescue from the precarious spot in Riverside County.
Ashley Ludwig, Patch Staff
San Leandro, CA|News|
Dangling Seagull Rescued From Light Pole
The bird was ensnared by fishing line.
Bea Karnes, Patch Staff
Conroe-Montgomery County, TX|Sponsored|
5 First Responders Who Left A Lasting Legacy In Montgomery County
The service and commitment of these remarkable individuals continue to inspire today's firefighters, police officers and EMTs.
Belleville-Nutley, NJ|News|
Belleville Officer, Police Chief Earn Honors For ‘Outstanding’ Work
A local detective solved a complex case, Belleville authorities say. Meanwhile, the BPD chief got an award at a police society event.
Eric Kiefer, Patch Staff
Charlestown, RI|Sponsored|
5 First Responders Who Left A Lasting Legacy In Charlestown
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Watsonville, CA|Sponsored|
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Cartersville, GA|Sponsored|
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Bernardsville-Bedminster, NJ|Sponsored|
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