West Orange, NJ|News|
West Orange Students Fundraise For Community Projects In Ecuador, Dominican Republic
With $1,300 already secured, the team is seeking additional funding to meet its goal.
Eric Kiefer, Patch Staff
Good Deeds
Celebrating acts of kindness in communities across the country.
South Orange, NJ|News|
NJ Volunteers Deliver Passover Meals To Holocaust Survivors, Seniors
Volunteers delivered holiday meals throughout North Jersey. A Model Seder event also inspired some holiday camaraderie.
Eric Kiefer, Patch Staff
West Orange, NJ|News|
Good News In Essex County: NCAA Champ + Glassblowing + Community Service
New Jersey is filled with humor, inspiration and kindness. Here are seven stories to make you smile from Essex County.
Eric Kiefer, Patch Staff
Across California, CA|News|
6 Events To Take Care Of The Planet In Northern CA
Celebrate Earth Day and Arbor Day by exploring events focused on sustainability, community cleanup and appreciating the great outdoors.
Albert Gregory, Patch Staff
Novato, CA|News|
Local Band Teacher Raises Money For Instruments At Marin County Middle School
The middle school needs community assistance to equip a growing band program with instruments for student practice.
Albert Gregory, Patch Staff
Belleville-Nutley, NJ|News|
Nutley Town Staffer Honored As ‘Leader Of Change’ For Community Service
Nutley Mayor: “When I looked at the criteria for the award, I immediately thought of Meredith Blank.”
Eric Kiefer, Patch Staff
Newark, NJ|News|
Dedicated School Counselor In Newark Earns Award For ‘Answering The Call’
Sherlie Blaise was named the 2026 Essex County Counselor of the Year by the New Jersey School Counselors Association.
Eric Kiefer, Patch Staff
Lamorinda, CA|News|
Moraga 'Citizen Of The Year' Named, Fete To Follow
A community leader recognized for civic leadership and public safety advocacy across Moraga earns 'Citizen of the Year.'
Angela Woodall, Patch Staff
West Haven, CT|News|
$8K Gift Benefits Breast Cancer Scholarship Fund In Memory of Former West Haven Schoolteacher
The scholarship fund raises breast cancer awareness in honor of Susan Ruickoldt, a third-grade teacher who died of breast cancer in 1997.
Vincent Salzo, Patch Staff
Farmington, CT|News|
Major Farmington Fundraiser Raises $35K For Police, Local Aid
Farmington Community Chest's March 28 event set an attendance record.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
Newark, NJ|News|
‘Breaking The Glass Ceiling’ In Newark: Unique NJ Nonprofit Celebrates 25 Years Of Fire And Art
GlassRoots has been sparking joy for teens and young adults by teaching them the art of blowing glass.
Eric Kiefer, Patch Staff
Alameda, CA|News|
Fundraiser Launched Following Blaze At Historic Camron-Stanford House
The cause of the fire remains under investigation.
Fernando Haro, Patch Staff
Montclair, NJ|News|
New Nonprofit In Montclair Seeks To Empower Youth With Career, Leadership Training
Kora Kora Corp aims to empower North Jersey underprivileged youth with career and leadership training.
Eric Kiefer, Patch Staff
Alameda, CA|News|
Orphaned SoCal Mountain Lion Cub Recovering At East Bay Zoo
The mother may have abandoned the cub over an abnormal limb, zoo officials said.
Fernando Haro, Patch Staff
Middletown, NJ|News|
April Volunteer Opportunities On Sandy Hook
Join American Littoral Society for the following events:
Carly Baldwin, Patch Staff
San Francisco, CA|News|
A Critically Endangered Wolf Species Is Mounting A Wild Comeback
“This is really huge for this subspecies,” Tina Hunter Burnam, San Francisco Zoo's Curator of Carnivores, said.
Fernando Haro, Patch Staff
Newark, NJ|News|
Good News In Essex County: Peak Bloom + Olympic Skaters + Nursing + Cleanup Days
New Jersey is filled with humor, inspiration and kindness. Here are seven stories to make you smile from Essex County.
Eric Kiefer, Patch Staff
Bloomfield, NJ|News|
50 Volunteers Clean Up Future Site Of Essex-Hudson Greenway
The volunteers removed litter and cut back vegetation. The site will be home to a huge hiking and biking pathway.
Eric Kiefer, Patch Staff
Dublin, CA|News|
Dublin Teen Collects 700+ Books, Restocks & Repairs Little Libraries
Emerald High School junior Nithya Ravuri helped repair worn out Little Library boxes, and hosted an event promoting reading and literacy.
Michael Wittner, Patch Staff
Berlin, CT|News|
Berlin High Seniors Earn Major Arts Awards
The duo was honored this week as CAS Arts Awards winners for excellence in visual and performing arts.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
Los Angeles, CA|News|
Groomers Help Matted Rescue Dogs After LA County Animal Raid: Photos
See photos of some of the hundreds of dogs rescued last month from the Antelope Valley getting much-needed makeovers.
Chris Lindahl, Patch Staff
Hamden, CT|News|
Healthcare Warriors To Be Honored By Hamden Regional Chamber
The Hamden Regional Chamber of Commerce will honor local healthcare workers at an upcoming event. See the full list of honorees here.
Vincent Salzo, Patch Staff
Palm Desert, CA|News|
Grant Expands Food Access For Students At CSUSB Palm Desert Campus
The H.N. and Frances C. Berger Foundation grant will help fund the campus's DEN Food Pantry and add a grab-and-go food refrigerator.
Toni McAllister, Patch Staff
Alameda, CA|News|
East Bay Nonprofit Launches Community Art Project About Identity, Belonging
MARU is seeking teens ages 13 to 18 residing in the East Bay who are interested in amplifying their voice through an art project.
Fernando Haro, Patch Staff
San Rafael, CA|News|
Security Guard Rescues People From Fire In North Bay: FD
Heroic action by a local guard ensured two residents escaped an intense early morning fire before first responders arrived, officials said.
Albert Gregory, Patch Staff
Concord, NH|News|
City Of Concord Seeks Nominations for 2026 Tree Champion Award
Businesses and individuals across Concord can be nominated for contributions to the city's tree scape.
Tony Schinella, Patch Staff
North Branford, CT|News|
How To Donate As North Branford Food Pantry 'Running Very Low, Out Of Many Items'
Foods may be dropped off at the Food Pantry in Northford on Wednesday from 1 to 7 p.m., but the pantry also has an Amazon Wish List.
Ellyn Santiago, Patch Staff
Millburn-Short Hills, NJ|News|
Olympic Speed Skaters Inspire Millburn Students, Share Personal Journeys
Some accomplished athletes with the U.S. Olympic short track speed skating team paid an inspiring visit at two Millburn schools.
Eric Kiefer, Patch Staff
East Haven, CT|News|
East Haven Rotary Club Names Kayla Federico As March Student of the Month
Federico is an outstanding student who exemplifies dedication, leadership, and involvement in the school community: Rotary Club
Ellyn Santiago, Patch Staff
North Fork, NY|News|
Mattituck Lions Club Donates $10K To Support Emergency Care At Stony Brook Eastern Long Island Hospital
"Their partnership truly reflects the strength and generosity of our North Fork community."
Lisa Finn, Patch Staff
Across Rhode Island, RI|News|
More Than $4M In Scholarships Available Through Rhode Island Foundation
The first major application deadline is April 13.
Joseph Hosey, Patch Staff
Secaucus, NJ|News|
Secaucus Cub Scout Collecting Items For Town Animal Shelter And Jersey City Animal Shelter
Update: The Secaucus Animal Shelter doesn't need anymore blankets or towels. They have new wish list items:
Carly Baldwin, Patch Staff
West Orange, NJ|News|
Free Food Giveaway In Essex County For Financially Struggling Families
Frozen chickens and boxes of non-perishable food will be available on a first-come first-served basis while supplies last.
Eric Kiefer, Patch Staff
Phoenixville, PA|News|
Phoenixville Girl Advances In 'America's Favorite Student' Contest
Daylen needs votes from the public to continue advancing and to win the $20,000 prize.
Justin Heinze, Patch Staff
Hillsborough, NJ|News|
Firefighters Knock Out Blaze, Limiting Damage To Montgomery Home
Montgomery, Hillsborough, and Rocky Hill fire departments all came to help on Sunday night.
Alexis Tarrazi, Patch Staff
Across Rhode Island, RI|News|
NWS Kicking Off SKYWARN Storm Spotter Training In Rhode Island
Train to become the nation's first line of defense against dangerous storms.
Joseph Hosey, Patch Staff
Across Massachusetts, MA|News|
NWS Kicking Off SKYWARN Storm Spotter Training In Massachusetts
Train to become the nation's first line of defense against dangerous storms.
Joseph Hosey, Patch Staff
Paramus, NJ|News|
Paramus Swears In 3 Firefighters, Seeks More Volunteers
Three firefighters were sworn in at a council meeting in Paramus.
Caren Lissner, Patch Staff
Westport, CT|News|
Upcoming Westport Fashion Show To Benefit Local Charity
Fashionably Westport is scheduled for late April.
Alfred Branch, Patch Staff
New Brunswick, NJ|News|
Volunteers Needed In Middlesex County Parks This Spring
Here are three clean-ups planned:
Carly Baldwin, Patch Staff
