New Chick-fil-A + NorCal Restaurant Named Best In North America + Kitten Rescued From Engine: Saturday Smiles

November is drawing to a close, and after a busy Thanksgiving holiday, it’s time to get caught up on some of the uplifting news from the past week. Read on to find out which Northern California restaurant was named best in North America and learn more about the man who stopped for a snack and became a multi-millionaire.

Napa Valley Restaurant Honored As Best In US, North America

• A local destination is awarded as outstanding among all others in the United States and North America.

Coming To Petaluma: 'Cows Eat Free' At Chick-fil-A Franchise

• Chick-fil-A franchise, the newest addition to Petaluma's poultry scene, will open in December.

A Man Stops For A Snack And Becomes A Multi-Millionaire With One Scratch

• A Sebastopol 76 station sold a $5 million ticket. Rohnert Park, Cotati, and Santa Rosa stores also sold winning scratcher tickets in 2025.

Tri-Valley City Among Top 10 Cleanest American Cities: Study

• See which Tri-Valley city was the only one in California to make the top 10 based on factors like air quality and resident satisfaction.

Kittens Rescued From Car Engines In Livermore

• Cats may seek out warmth in car engines during colder weather. Here's what to do if you hear an unexpected meow.

Meet Pawfficer Florie, Concord PD’s Peer Support Dog: Watch

• Concord PD’s Peer Support Dog Florie is trained to "bring a little extra joy wherever she goes."

Napa Wine Country Heavyweights Put Their Muscle Behind Helping Families

• Napa Valley Vintners announced a donation of more than half a million dollars to support Napa County families.

2025 Holiday Concerts We’re Most Excited To See In Northern CA

• A Patch guide to concerts during the holiday season in the Bay Area.

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