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Feb 24, 2025 Shots fired report prompts heavy police presence on Ralston Avenue
Shots fired report prompts heavy police presence on Ralston Avenue

Weekend vibes were interrupted late Saturday afternoon when residents in the East Richmond Heights neighborhood began hearing a helicopter along with a voice over a loudspeaker instructing someone to "come out of the house." According to Jimmy Lee, Public Information Officer for the Contra Costa County Sheriff'

by Linda Hemmila
Richmond History   -   Feb 14, 2025 Ranger-led tour explores Richmond’s Ford Assembly Plant and its WWII legacy
Ranger-led tour explores Richmond’s Ford Assembly Plant and its WWII legacy

This Saturday, the Rosie the Riveter/WWII Home Front National Historical Park will offer a ranger-led tour where park visitors will learn about manufacturing and the importance of the Ford Assembly Plant during and after World War II. Manufacturing Pride Through Perseverance: A Look at the History of the Ford

by Linda Hemmila
News   -   Feb 12, 2025 Chevron to cut up to 20 percent of workforce by 2026
Chevron to cut up to 20 percent of workforce by 2026

In an effort to reduce expenses, Chevron announced Wednesday that it plans to lay off up to 20 percent of its company-wide workforce, potentially including those employed at Richmond's 123-year-old refinery. Mark Nelson, Vice Chairman of Chevron Corporation, said Chevron is taking action to simplify its organizational structure

by Linda Hemmila
Events   -   Feb 06, 2025 Eight Great Things to do in Richmond: music, theater, and Valentine's Day celebration options
Eight Great Things to do in Richmond: music, theater, and Valentine's Day celebration options

◾ Check out Grandview Independent's top picks of this week's art, music, and great events in Richmond you won't want to miss! Duane Patton & Mikelle Morgan @ The Factory Bar Thursday, February 6 Special Musical Guest - Duane Patton & Mikelle Morgan will be bringing

by Linda Hemmila
News   -   Jan 13, 2025 Former "Burnt Ramen" punk club goes up in smoke
Former "Burnt Ramen" punk club goes up in smoke

Richmond firefighters responded to the 100 block of Espee Avenue around 2:30 a.m. Sunday for a commercial structure fire at the former Burnt Ramen punk rock music club. Firefighters said when they arrived at the scene they found smoke and flames coming from the two-story structure. As crews

by Linda Hemmila
News   -   Jan 07, 2025 Baltic Kiss sets up "Go Fund Me" to keep doors open
Baltic Kiss sets up "Go Fund Me" to keep doors open

Chef Tony Carracci and wife Suzi hope fans of Point Richmond's Baltic Kiss will help them keep the doors open at their live music venue and restaurant, which has struggled to keep up with expenses following a year of declining revenue and increased food and beverage costs. According

by Linda Hemmila
Entertainment   -   Jan 01, 2025 Richmond rocks in the New Year
Richmond rocks in the New Year

Richmond was alive with bustle Tuesday evening as 2024 drew to a close. Locals headed out to mingle and share good cheer at eateries, bars, and clubs, waiting expectantly for the arrival of the new year. In the North and East neighborhood, “Richmond’s Best” winner, the Factory Bar, offered

by Linda Hemmila
Richmond History   -   Dec 20, 2024 Historic Richmond bricks free to good home
Historic Richmond bricks free to good home

Brickyard Landing Owners Association will offer historic Richmond-made bricks to Richmond non-profits and civic organizations at an event slated for January. The bricks are what's left of the historic chimney and kiln, which were once part of the Richmond Pressed Brick Company, which had to be demolished for

by Linda Hemmila
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