Walnut Creek Patch

11/16/2024

One of the best shooting star shows of the year peaks this weekend.

11/16/2024

Thanksgiving is the “middle child” of holidays caught between over-the-top Halloween and Christmas decorations, several readers said.

Thanksgiving is the "middle child" of holidays caught between over-the-top Halloween and Christmas decorations, several readers said.

11/16/2024

According to police, this wasn't the first time they targeted a vulnerable person.

T"We are thankful that no one was injured during this criminal act against our community member."

11/16/2024

It will be his first time as the Oscar host but he's emceed other high-profile awards shows, like the Emmy Awards in 2002 and 2006.

11/16/2024

Cpl. Walter L. Clark, 28, of Santa Rosa was a 19th Quartermaster Truck Company member when Japan invaded the Phillippine Islands.

11/15/2024

Police said a man with an axe walked up to workers outside the shop, accused them of sleeping with his girlfriend and started swinging.

11/15/2024

California ranked 6th among states for the number of hospitals earning the "A" grade, the first time breaking into the top 10 since 2014.

11/15/2024

Can you believe Conan O'Brien has never hosted the Oscars before?

The Emmy award-winner has never hosted the Academy Awards before.

11/15/2024

Aww, puppy love!

"These incredible canines foster camaraderie within our team, reminding us that we are not alone in our experiences."

11/15/2024

"Accessible only via the Disneyland app is required to experience Tiana’s Bayou Adventure."

The former splash ride, closed since 2020, reopens Friday with modern elements, brilliant colors, new characters and a virtual guest queue.

11/15/2024

Thanksgiving is just two weeks away. Do you have a plan?

Grocery store chains and big-box retailers are offering Thanksgiving meal deals and rolling back prices this holiday season.

11/15/2024

Seniors are the fastest-growing segment of the population in Contra Costa County and are often the "hidden hungry."

11/15/2024

According to Newsom's office, Penry returned from active duty at a time when there were few resources for veterans and little understanding of Post Traumatic Stress Disorder —PTSD —and struggled with reentry to civilian life.

U.S. Army Sgt. Richard Allen "Butch" Penry "succeeded virtually singlehandedly in stopping the attack" by 30 enemy combatants.

11/14/2024

Bowling alleys have gone upscale!

"It is an exciting addition to Broadway Plaza, and we look forward to introducing its sophisticated, fun atmosphere to the community."

11/14/2024

Celebrate the holiday season with regional dishes like guava-glazed pork tenderloin, extra-crunchy green bean casserole and crabapple jelly. (Sponsored)

Celebrate the holiday season with regional dishes like guava-glazed pork tenderloin, extra-crunchy green bean casserole and crabapple jelly.

11/14/2024

Workers at all 10 University of California campuses and five medical centers issued a strike warning for two days next week.

11/14/2024

"They were both transported to a hospital."

A man and a woman were inside the home and struck by the vehicle while sleeping in bed.

11/14/2024

The crop generated nearly $3 billion in California last year. The United States is now the world's leading exporter of pistachios.