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$150M Winning Powerball | Incredible BART Rescue: Saturday Smiles
Firefighters' patriotic act of kindness caught on camera; an elementary's sweet Veterans Day commemoration and other nice NorCal news.

Need a break from the bad news? If you are looking for lighter news for your weekend, check out these sweet NorCal stories.
$150 Million Powerball Winning Ticket Sold In CA
- There was only one jackpot-winning ticket sold in the entire country.
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- A passenger fell onto the tracks at the Coliseum BART station as the train pulled into the station. A BART worker saved him. (Video)
Dog Stolen From Berkeley Humane Society Returned
- Six month old Ribbon was returned to another facility, which scanned her chip and made the ID.
Firefighters Rehang Fallen Flag At Home Of Kincade Fire Evacuee
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- The patriotic act of kindness touched the Windsor resident, a U.S. military veteran who wasn't sure if his home would still be standing.
Frederiksen Elementary's Sweet Veterans Day Commemoration: Dublin
- Veterans Day has special meaning for Frederiksen students — many are from Camp Parks families.
Tiny Homes, Big Heart: Houses For Camp Fire, Kincade Fire Victims
- A NorCal woman who lost her own home to a wildfire recalls the kindness shown to her. Now she's returning the favor by gifting tiny homes.
Fur Babies Impacted By Wildfires: Pleasanton Hero To The Rescue
- Pleasanton Animal Services Officer Frankie Ayers has helped rescue and care for pets impacted by wildfires.
Point Reyes Lighthouse To Reopen Following $5.7 Million Renovation
- Are you ready for a road trip? The lighthouse is ready for its closeup!
Olive Elementary Student Wins Novato Regional Spelling Bee
- Five finalists will represent the Novato region at the Marin County Elementary Spelling Bee Championship at Lucas Valley Elementary School.
See's Candies Store To Open In Livermore
- The sweets purveyor, with California roots, will open with a flourish of giveaways and free chocolates.
Amador Valley Students To Hold Sports-Equipment Drive
- Their goal is to donate such gear as balls, baseball gloves, bats and tennis rackets to Boys and Girls Clubs in the Bay Area.
Mary's Pizza Shacks Across North Bay Collecting Toys For Tots
- "My grandmother was a strong believer in supporting the local community," said Vince Albano, Mary's grandson and CEO of Mary's Pizza Shack.
- The personal grooming choices will last through November and are designed to draw attention to the "Shop With a Cop" program.
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