Newark, NJ|News|
Newark Teens Get Valuable Life Lessons From Puerto Rico Cops
“We can do good, move forward and build a better world for all of us and for those who come after us.”
Eric Kiefer, Patch Staff
Good Deeds
Celebrating acts of kindness in communities across the country.
Bloomfield, NJ|News|
More Foster Parents Needed In New Jersey: ‘Be Part Of A Larger Village’
There are close to 3,000 children in foster care in New Jersey. There are roughly 2,000 licensed foster homes.
Eric Kiefer, Patch Staff
Newark, NJ|News|
Newark Woman Gets ‘Second Chance At Life’ After Double Lung Transplant
“To be able to sing again was an incredible feeling… I remember that I had been given back something I thought I might never have again.”
Eric Kiefer, Patch Staff
Healdsburg, CA|News|
Wine Country’s Beauty Hides A Painful Choice: Domestic Violence Documentary Earns Filmfest Top Honor
Two North Bay filmmakers earned Healdsburg festival honors for documentary about helping survivors escape abuse with their pets.
Angela Woodall, Patch Staff
Maplewood, NJ|News|
Good News In Essex County: SZA + Hawk Rescued + Pageant Winner
New Jersey is filled with humor, inspiration and kindness. Here are seven stories to make you smile from Essex County.
Eric Kiefer, Patch Staff
Napa Valley, CA|News|
Unusual Baby Gull Rescue For Napa Firefighters
Napa fire crews freed a baby gull whose hooked foot caught on a light fixture.
Angela Woodall, Patch Staff
Napa Valley, CA|News|
Women Rescue St. Helena Thrift Stores For Good Cause
Two former employees saved the thrift stores, preserving affordable shopping and raising money for Parkinson’s causes.
Angela Woodall, Patch Staff
Newark, NJ|News|
Beloved Newark Cop’s Memory Kept Alive Through School Supply Drive
Ricardo Barbosa worked as a police officer in Newark for years, including time spent as a school resource officer.
Eric Kiefer, Patch Staff
Healdsburg, CA|News|
Fundraiser Today Honoring Young Sonoma County Wrestler Who Died In Yosemite Fall
Fundraiser honors Ryan George, who died after a fall in Yosemite National Park.
Angela Woodall, Patch Staff
Caldwells, NJ|News|
North Caldwell Girl, 10, Will Represent NJ In National Pageant
This North Jersey resident plans to use her newfound fame to do some good deeds.
Eric Kiefer, Patch Staff
Napa Valley, CA|News|
For Wine Country Residents Rebuilding Their Lives, A Garden Means More Than Food
At a Napa housing site, residents harvest greens while recalling gardens and stretching food budgets. Now they pick lettuce from a garden.
Angela Woodall, Patch Staff
Newark, NJ|News|
Injured Hawk Rescued From Train Tracks In North Jersey
Here’s what the Port Authority Police Department has nicknamed their new feathered friend.
Eric Kiefer, Patch Staff
Lamorinda, CA|News|
Runners Can Help Lafayette Schools Win Extra $500
The Lafayette Res Run for Education offers three schools additional donations through its registration competition.
Angela Woodall, Patch Staff
Montclair, NJ|News|
Good News In Essex County: Ice Cream + Lottery Winners + Reading Garden
New Jersey is filled with humor, inspiration and kindness. Here are seven stories to make you smile from Essex County.
Eric Kiefer, Patch Staff
Petaluma, CA|News|
Cassie, French Bulldog, Dies Defending Owners From Bear Attack
Cassie rushed between her owner and a bear during a Trinity County attack that injured the couple.
Angela Woodall, Patch Staff
San Rafael, CA|News|
Marin Deputies Battle Brush Fire Threatening Homes
Marin County firefighters extinguished the blaze after deputies cut brush, doused flames, and evacuated residents.
Angela Woodall, Patch Staff
Healdsburg, CA|News|
Watch: Injured Fisherman Swept Into Freezing NorthBay Waters, Rescued By Air
A wave swept the fisherman off the rocks, while steep terrain forced rescuers to reach him by helicopter.
Angela Woodall, Patch Staff
Rohnert Park-Cotati, CA|News|
Rohnert Park Pet Food Pantry Seeks Donations To Restock
The pantry needs wet and dry food for dogs, puppies, cats, and kittens to help local families.
Angela Woodall, Patch Staff
Concord, CA|News|
Gas Prices Hurting Animal Rescue In Contra Costa
Joybound says fuel costs add hundreds of dollars monthly to vehicles serving Contra Costa pets.
Angela Woodall, Patch Staff
Lamorinda, CA|News|
Rising Gas Prices Squeeze Contra Costa Animal Rescue
Joybound says fuel costs add hundreds of dollars monthly to vehicles serving Contra Costa pets.
Angela Woodall, Patch Staff
Alameda, CA|News|
'Rio' The River Whale Makes Hopeful Turn Toward SF Bay, But No Further Sightings Yet Of Cherished Cetacean
The Coast Guard last spotted Rio heading toward San Francisco Bay, but no sightings have followed.
Angela Woodall, Patch Staff
Napa Valley, CA|News|
Trauma Nurse Turns Near Deadly Fall Into Fundraiser For Napa Search And Rescue
Napa County’s volunteer search and rescue team will screen a documentary to raise money for equipment.
Angela Woodall, Patch Staff
Newark, NJ|News|
Good News In Essex County: Inspiring Athlete + Halloween Cocktails + Holiday Meals
New Jersey is filled with humor, inspiration and kindness. Here are seven stories to make you smile from Essex County.
Eric Kiefer, Patch Staff
San Rafael, CA|News|
Marin Firefighter To Run Marathon To Support Families Of Fallen First Responders
The firefighter paramedic is raising money to assist families of officers and firefighters killed in the line of duty.
Albert Gregory, Patch Staff
San Francisco, CA|News|
Man Dies, Two Injured In Deadly Golden Gate Bridge Boat Wreck
Tragedy after disabled vessel and three passengers were stranded near Golden Gate Bridge this morning.
Angela Woodall and Albert Gregory , Patch Staff
Napa Valley, CA|News|
Napa 'Empty Bowls' Fills Hearts And Raises Record $40K For Housing Resources
Sunday fundraiser supports food access, hunger relief, housing resources, and pathways to stability for families.
Angela Woodall, Patch Staff
Maplewood, NJ|News|
NJ Volunteers Deliver Rosh Hashanah Holiday Meals To Seniors, Holocaust Survivors
Jewish Family Service of MetroWest NJ delivered meals and care packages to older adults and Holocaust survivors in North Jersey.
Eric Kiefer, Patch Staff
Bloomfield, NJ|News|
Good News In Essex County: Baby Catch + Selfless Residents + Senior Breakfast
New Jersey is filled with humor, inspiration and kindness. Here are seven stories to make you smile from Essex County.
Eric Kiefer, Patch Staff
Napa Valley, CA|News|
Napa Chefs Fill Bowls To Fight Homelessness
"Empty Bowls" event supports Abode Services and South Napa Homeless Shelter with soup, ceramics, and community.
Angela Woodall, Patch Staff
Concord, CA|News|
Prepare Yourself For Neighborly Love And Cultural Get Down Night Market Style In Contra Costa
Dancers, global flavors, and neighborly love planned to transform Todos Santos Plaza on Sept. 11.
Angela Woodall, Patch Staff
Bloomfield, NJ|News|
Bloomfield Honors Local Family, ‘Selfless’ Resident With Awards
The Tice family and Daniel Bitecola III earned 2026 community service awards from Bloomfield.
Eric Kiefer, Patch Staff
Newark, NJ|News|
Flight Attendant Catches Falling Baby–Then Gives Exhausted Mom A Break
“All is not lost in this turbulent time,” a traveler said, sharing a heartwarming photo taken aboard the New Jersey-to-Michigan flight.
Eric Kiefer, Patch Staff
Belleville-Nutley, NJ|News|
Good News In Essex County: Sainthood + Lottery + Cops + Tennis
New Jersey is filled with humor, inspiration and kindness. Here are seven stories to make you smile from Essex County.
Eric Kiefer, Patch Staff
Healdsburg, CA|News|
Healdsburg Honors Victims, Responders At 9/11 Monument
Local first responders will read 9/11 victims names during a community gathering marking 25 years since the 2001 bombing in New York.
Angela Woodall, Patch Staff
Napa Valley, CA|News|
Alum's ‘Barrio Hollywood’ Opens Season In Spanish At Napa Valley College
NVC alumnus Andrés Agustín Barrera directs the Spanish-language production, with pay-what-you-can admission for all audiences.
Angela Woodall, Patch Staff
Concord, CA|News|
Mobile Unit Serving Unhoused Residents Unveiled In Contra Costa
The city-funded vehicle will deliver meals and support Concord’s weekly Mobile Dignity Center for residents.
Angela Woodall, Patch Staff
Walnut Creek, CA|News|
Paw-rade, Costumes, Furry Friend Adoptions Return To Downtown Walnut Creek
The 26th annual event brings live music, adoptable animals, a Paw-rade, and costume contest downtown.
Angela Woodall, Patch Staff
Rohnert Park-Cotati, CA|News|
'Meet Your Street' Weekend Connects Sonoma County
Residents can host gatherings October 2-4 with flyers, signs, raffle prizes, and a supply kit.
Angela Woodall, Patch Staff
Redwood City-Woodside, CA|News|
They Opened Their Home To Foster Kids For 30 Years. Now SMC Needs More Like Them
After decades caring for children with complex trauma, a beloved foster couple is retiring as the county searches for more families.
Belleville-Nutley, NJ|News|
Good News In Essex County: Block Parties + Local Legends + Inclusive Playground
New Jersey is filled with humor, inspiration and kindness. Here are seven stories to make you smile from Essex County.
Eric Kiefer, Patch Staff
