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News   -   Dec 06, 2023 New Pt. Richmond sign alerts residents of 'Fire Danger Today'
New Pt. Richmond sign alerts residents of 'Fire Danger Today'

A new "Fire Danger Today" sign has been installed at the bottom of West Cutting Boulevard to alert residents about weather conditions that increase the danger of wildfires are present. The sign, which is broken into color-coded segments ranging from low to extreme, indicates the current level of

by Linda Hemmila
Entertainment   -   Dec 04, 2023 Desoto Reds set to play 'John Lennon Memorial Show' at Baltic Kiss Friday night
Desoto Reds set to play 'John Lennon Memorial Show' at Baltic Kiss Friday night

East Bay indie rockers Desoto Reds are gearing up to play the Baltic Kiss this week for a "John Lennon Memorial Show" on Friday, December 8. Desoto Reds are not your average indie band. Formed long ago and far away in a time called the 1990s, the band

by Linda Hemmila
News   -   Nov 28, 2023 Contra Costa County unveils around-the-clock mental health services for Anyone, Anywhere, Anytime
Contra Costa County unveils around-the-clock mental health services for Anyone, Anywhere, Anytime

Beginning December 1, those experiencing behavioral health, mental health, or substance crisis will be able to call the A3 Miles Hall Crisis Call Center, which will be operating around the clock to provide assistance for those in need. The Crisis Call Center offers callers the opportunity to talk to trained

by Linda Hemmila
News   -   Nov 28, 2023 Bay Area Air Quality Management investigates Chevron flare
Bay Area Air Quality Management investigates Chevron flare

A statement issued by Bay Area Air Quality Tuesday morning said they are currently investigating a level one incident that occurred at the Chevron Refinery in Richmond Monday afternoon, which led to unplanned flaring and smoke visible to many around the Bay Area. "On November 28, 2023, at 8:

by Linda Hemmila
News   -   Nov 27, 2023 Significant flaring seen at Chevron Refinery
Significant flaring seen at Chevron Refinery

Last update: November 27, 2023 9:10 pm Flaring activity at Chevron's Richmond Refinery has now stopped, according to spokesperson Caitlin Powell. "Our workforce is still working to safely recover operations impacted from the earlier loss of power. While we hope to avoid it, intermittent flaring is

by Linda Hemmila
News   -   Nov 24, 2023 DeWitt mural a welcome sight in Richmond
DeWitt mural a welcome sight in Richmond

Over the last few weeks, a small group of artists have been hard at work recreating the art of beloved local artist Jim DeWitt. Carefully following a gridded outline to produce a giant-sized replica of DeWitt's work, which now graces the wall of the newly constructed Duke Realty

by Linda Hemmila
News   -   Nov 23, 2023 A Thanksgiving tradition: The Point Richmond Turkey Shoot
A Thanksgiving tradition: The Point Richmond Turkey Shoot

On a warm Thanksgiving morning, throngs flock to Pt. Richmond to embrace much loved tradition: The Point Richmond Turkey Shoot. No turkeys are harmed in this annual celebration, but they are welcome to come along if they wish. At least a hundred people and many families with kids and dogs

by Linda Hemmila
Community   -   Nov 22, 2023 Point Richmond Gallery to hold a closing reception for its Gradone exhibit
Point Richmond Gallery to hold a closing reception for its Gradone exhibit

Point Richmond Gallery is hosting a closing reception for the exhibit "Slow Frequency," the work of Bay Area artist Rick Gradone, offering a last-chance opportunity to meet the artist and experience his art. The gallery invites you to join them in celebrating Rick Gradone’s Paintings and Objects

by Linda Hemmila
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