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Lutz Children’s Museum Executive Dog Truman George Honored At Retirement
2+ day, 18+ hour ago (218+ words) MIDDLETOWN, CT — Truman George, the beloved white boxer "executive dog" at the Lutz Children's Museum, was honored at his retirement Thursday. Visitors made cards, shared stories and showed their appreciation for 9-year-old Truman George, who has spent years welcoming children…...
'Breathtaking': A Seabird's Return To SF Creates A Natural Spectacle
2+ day, 20+ hour ago (161+ words) SAN FRANCISCO, CA — A very noisy but "striking" display of nature is taking over the Presidio wetland near the Golden Gate Bridge. "The Elegant Terns have returned to Crissy Marsh and if you know, you know," Presidio park officials said…...
Scientist Finds Mysterious Tooth In SMC Creek With A Prehistoric Surprise
3+ day, 1+ hour ago (430+ words) SAN MATEO COUNTY, CA — A scientist conducting field surveys in San Mateo County recently spotted what appeared to be an oddly shaped rock in a creek bed but paleontologists later confirmed it was an intact mastodon tooth, the Midpeninsula Regional…...
Cat Treat Brand Will Host Cat Bodega-Themed Pop-Up In NYC
3+ day, 12+ hour ago (148+ words) Patch Cat Treat Brand Will Host Cat Bodega-Themed Pop-Up In NYC The pop up will take over 213 Bowery in Lower Manhattan NEW YORK CITY — A cat treat brand is bringing a feline twist to the classic New York City corner…...
Adder Boy: NoVA Snake Expert Teaches Locals Not To Fear The Creeper
4+ day, 15+ min ago (908+ words) WOODBRIDGE, VA – If you open your oven door and see a forked tongue flicking back at you, Bill Crisp might be the guy to call. Crisp, 50, of Bristow, is a Northern Virginia snake wrangler. His nonprofit organization, K2C Snake Consultants, both…...
Bonded Brothers Left Behind After Owners Move, Now Seeking Home Together
4+ day, 18+ hour ago (103+ words) PORT WASHINGTON, NY — Bonded brothers Koala and Wallaby have only known the comfort of each other and a home — until now. The seven-year-old brothers were left behind when their owners made an abrupt move and could no longer keep them....
After Years Surviving Outdoors, Kitty Needs A Quiet Forever Home: Huntington Adoptable Pet Of The Week
4+ day, 19+ hour ago (800+ words) HUNTINGTON, NY — Kitty has already lost her shelter, familiar surroundings and the people who cared for her. Now, Grateful Paw Cat Shelter is hoping the 9-year-old tabby will not lose her chance at a safe home again. “Kitty has already…...
21 Dogs Rescued From Manorhaven Boarding Facility: PD
4+ day, 23+ hour ago (198+ words) Patch 21 Dogs Rescued From Manorhaven Boarding Facility: PD The dogs were found in "various stages of neglect" inside a commercial building used for dog boarding, police say. MANORHAVEN, NY — Twenty-one dogs in varying stages of neglect were removed from a…...
Can You Help Oliver And Princess Peach While Their Owner Deploys?
4+ day, 23+ hour ago (316+ words) RESTON, VA — Oliver loves laps, sunny windows and giving affectionate head bumps. Princess Peach prefers attention on her own terms, offering soft meows and gentle head rubs when she's ready. Now, the two Reston cats need someone willing to open…...
Dog Freed From Inside Recliner With Jaws Of Life: Joppa-Magnolia VFC
5+ day, 7+ min ago (137+ words) Patch Dog Freed From Inside Recliner With Jaws Of Life: Joppa-Magnolia VFC A rescue dog became stuck inside a recliner at his Joppatowne home and had to be freed by firefighters with the Jaws of Life. JOPPATOWNE, MD — A Harford…...