Farmington, CT|News|
Prominent Farmington Nonprofit Hosting Major Fundraiser This Week
Farmington Community Chest will host a wine-tasting event featuring vendors, raffles, and NCAA tournament viewing.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
Good Deeds
Celebrating acts of kindness in communities across the country.
Lake Forest, CA|News|
Cat Stuck In Parking Garage Vent Rescued In Irvine
Orange County firefighters were hard at work rescuing a family's cat who found itself trapped in a parking garage vent this week.
Miranda Ceja, Patch Staff
Temecula, CA|News|
PetSmart's National Adoption Week: Adoptable Pets Heading To these RivCo Locations
These local PetSmart stores will host adoptable pets from local rescue partners from March 23-29.
Ashley Ludwig, Patch Staff
Newark, NJ|News|
Hundreds Of Qur’ans, Prayer Items Donated To Muslim Inmates At ICE Prison In NJ
The essential religious items helped detainees to observe the Ramadan holiday.
Eric Kiefer, Patch Staff
Westfield, NJ|News|
$16K In Donations, Grant Awarded To Westfield Schools
New gifts approved in Westfield include playground equipment, department support and funding for a high school exhibit.
Alexis Tarrazi, Patch Staff
Montclair, NJ|News|
Montclair State History Professor, ‘Good Morning America' Producer Honored With Trailblazer Awards
Montclair State University’s Leslie Wilson and alumnus Tommy Foster were recognized as community "trailblazers."
Eric Kiefer, Patch Staff
Orland Park, IL|News|
Volunteers To Lead 'Hike the Nite' At Orland Grassland
The night hike is set for Saturday, March 28.
Lauren Traut, Patch Staff
Holmdel-Hazlet, NJ|News|
Village School Students Celebrate ‘Read Across America’
As part of the national reading celebration, students enjoyed themed dress-up days, welcomed “hero readers” to the school and more.
Sara Winick, Patch Staff
Reston, VA|News|
Reston Arbor Day Volunteer Event Set For March 31 At 2 Natural Areas
Reston Association's Arbor Day event will bring volunteers to two sites for tree planting and restoration work.
Michael O'Connell, Patch Staff
Northport, NY|Neighbor News|
East Northport Knights Of Columbus Raise $8.5K For Childhood Cancer Research
The Fr. Thomas A. Judge Knights of Columbus team earned top fundraising honors after raising more than $8,500 at a St. Baldrick’s event.
Kepherd Daniel, Patch Staff
Bethel, CT|News|
Easter Flower Sale Planned By Fire Dept In Bethel
Proceeds from the annual event will support the department’s ambulance replacement fund.
Hayleigh Evans, Patch Staff
Southeast-Brewster, NY|News|
Volunteer Opportunities Of The Week: Art Center Board Members
Every week, Patch will spotlight volunteer opportunities in the Hudson Valley courtesy of Volunteer New York!.
Jeff Edwards, Patch Staff
Guilford, CT|News|
1st Pathfinder Award Recipients Announced By Guilford Rotary Club At Guilford High School
The Pathfinder Award recognizes students who demonstrate leadership, service, resilience, and strong character.
Vincent Salzo, Patch Staff
Wantagh-Seaford, NY|News|
Seaford Bowler Wins Scholar Athlete Award
The five-year varsity athlete has maintained a 99.3 weighted GPA throughout his high school career.
Tom Gambardella, Patch Staff
Montclair, NJ|News|
Good News In Essex County: Best Movie Theater + St. Patrick’s Day + Cherry Blossoms
New Jersey is filled with humor, inspiration and kindness. Here are seven stories to make you smile from Essex County.
Eric Kiefer, Patch Staff
Towson, MD|News|
'Special Moment': Dozens Of Pets Homed After Mega Adoption Event
Dozens of pets were successfully homed after a pop-up adoption event was held inside a former Walmart.
Gaby Arancibia, Patch Staff
Across Illinois, IL|News|
St. Paddy's Pics, Six Flags Anniversary, More: Good News, Illinois
This week, we ring in spring with a selection of our most chipper good news stories from across Illinois.
Lisa Marie Farver, Patch Staff
Murrieta, CA|News|
3rd Annual Vineyard Senior Prom Shines With Hollywood Glamour, Intergenerational Fun
These Temescal Canyon High School students joined the residents of the Vineyard Place Anthem Memory Care community with the dance.
Ashley Ludwig, Patch Staff
San Diego, CA|News|
New Exhibit At Birch Aquarium Focuses On Endangered Yellow-Legged Frog Conservation Efforts
The new installation features some of Birch Aquarium's own mountain yellow-legged frogs.
Kristina Houck, Patch Staff
Melrose, MA|News|
Melrose Foundation Will Honor Educator With Brand New Award
The award will recognize and reward one district faculty member.
Benjamin Pierce, Patch Staff
East Brunswick, NJ|News|
East Brunswick Student Among Best High School Leaders, Wins $20K Coca-Cola Scholarship
The student was chosen from more than 107,000 applicants nationwide. She founded a backpack business for kids with feeding tubes.
Sarah Salvadore, Patch Staff
Marlborough, MA|News|
Hospital Campus In Marlborough Gets $100K For Emergency Department Renovation, Expansion
The project will nearly double the size of the emergency room at UMass Memorial Medical Center's Marlborough Campus.
Jessie Castellano, Patch Staff
Granby-East Granby, CT|News|
Free Vision Checks For Kids Offered In Granby
The free walk-in event will take place Saturday morning at the Farmington Valley YMCA.
Jay Kenney, Patch Staff
Simsbury, CT|News|
Local American Legion Makes Donation To Support Simsbury TV Broadcasts
The veterans organization is aiding the local media organization entrusted with recording municipal meetings and events.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
Ellington-Somers, CT|News|
Clothing, Books, And More Needed For Ellington Fundraising Drive
Organizers say gently used items can help raise funds while giving residents a chance to declutter this spring.
Jay Kenney, Patch Staff
Concord, CA|News|
Helping Get Food Where It's Needed Amid Rising Hunger, Grocery Prices In Contra Costa County
Local nonprofit is asking for community's help expanding deliveries to meet record demand amid rising grocery prices.
Angela Woodall, Patch Staff
New Lenox, IL|News|
Save The Date: Friends Of New Lenox Library's Spring Book Sale Set For April 25
Fill a bag for $10, or buy used books, DVDs, puzzles individually.
Lauren Traut, Patch Staff
Rancho Santa Margarita, CA|News|
Ladera Ranch Woman Recognized For Outstanding Work With Water District
The South Orange County woman was recognized for her values-driven leadership while working with the Santa Margarita Water District.
Miranda Ceja, Patch Staff
Brookline, MA|News|
Brookline Taqueria Partnering With Prominent Food Security Organization
Anna's has multiple locations across Massachusetts and Rhode Island.
Benjamin Pierce, Patch Staff
Lawrenceville, NJ|News|
Painter, Calligrapher, Humanitarian: Lawrence HS Senior Wins Mercer Co. Achievement Award
The teen's work across Lawrence Township and the region earned her the 2026 Young Woman of Achievement designation from the county.
Sarah Salvadore, Patch Staff
Swampscott, MA|News|
North Shore Vietnam Veterans Breakfast Set For Swampscott School
The free public event will recognize local Vietnam War veterans and include remarks from public officials and a guest speaker.
Scott Souza, Patch Staff
Bridgewater, NJ|News|
Community Rallies To Help 65 Left Homeless By Fire In Branchburg
The Branchburg PTO has launched a fundraiser following the fire at Red Rock Preserve off Old York Road near Route 202 on Wednesday.
Alexis Tarrazi, Patch Staff
Wyckoff, NJ|News|
Bergen County-Based Baker Of Famous Cookies Needs Kidney Transplant
A Franklin Lakes dad still works for his family's 99-year-old cookie company, but 11 hours of dialysis each night are taking a toll.
Caren Lissner, Patch Staff
Greenwich, CT|Neighbor News|
Junior League of Greenwich Announces Its High School Community Service Award
Local female high school students passionate about community service can now apply for a Community Service Award worth $2,000.
Communications Team, Community Contributor
Long Beach, CA|News|
LA County DA Honors 2 With 'Courage Awards' At Long Beach Ceremony
Two people who exhibited bravery in the face of danger were presented with Courage Awards in Long Beach by LA County DA Nathan Hochman.
Mark Nero, Patch Staff
Walnut Creek, CA|News|
Paw-Parazzi Contest Extends Cutest Vote, Sparks Final Push
Joybound People & Pets boosts stakes with bonus votes as supporters rally to secure top spots in the 2027 calendar.
Angela Woodall, Patch Staff
Southington, CT|News|
Foundation Awards $2.7M, Names New Leaders At Annual Meeting
The Main Street Community Foundation serves the communities of Bristol, Burlington, Plainville, Plymouth, Southington, and Wolcott.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
Beverly, MA|News|
Beverly Home Expo And Plant Sale To Benefit Kathy's Kids Foundation
The Greater Beverly Chamber of Commerce will host the Home Expo and Plant Sale at the Beverly Cove Community Center.
Scott Souza, Patch Staff
Tuscaloosa, AL|News|
'Love Our Lakes Day' Cleanup Event Set For Saturday At Lake Tuscaloosa
The city will host "Love Our Lakes Day" Saturday, March 21, at Lake Tuscaloosa
Ryan Phillips, Patch Staff
Ocean City, NJ|News|
Kyle Evans Memorial Golf Outing Raises $20,000 For Shore Medical Center Opioid Initiatives
A recent $20,000 donation brings total support from the Kyle Evans Memorial Golf Outing to $100,000 over five years.
Veronica Flesher, Patch Staff
