PHOTO GALLERY: Christmas spirit in Richmond, with lights, songs and a Santa who rides a fire truck
Richmond Memorial Auditorium transformed Wednesday into a festive wonderland for the city’s annual Christmas tree lighting, where a chilly rain did not dampen the spirits of a couple hundred people who came to the event. read more…
Richmond launches plan to convert dozens of homes from gas to electric energy
Richmond aims to become the first Bay Area city to advance a neighborhood green energy initiative, with plans to convert homes in a pilot neighborhood from gas to electric energy. The Richmond Clean Energy and read more…
Looking for a job? Prospects await at Thursday’s career fair in Richmond
Job seekers will have a chance to talk to prospective employers and hear about educational opportunities, as Richmond hosts its annual career fair from noon to 4 p.m. Thursday at Richmond Memorial Auditorium. About 600 read more…
A parklet and a smoker have created an uproar in Point Richmond, where pub owner says the city did an about-face on his permits
The Up & Under Pub & Grill has worked hard to distinguish itself for its smoked meat, pleasant outdoor dining experience and commitment to the community. But the Point Richmond restaurant stands to lose both read more…
Orchard for ALL grows roots — and fruit trees — in Richmond’s Iron Triangle
The final crate tapped into place, the truck bed was packed and ready. Inside were all the essentials. Freshly sharpened pruners, a couple of aprons, gloves and sturdy ladders. The checklist was second nature by read more…
Marking 90 years of preserving open space: ‘The park district provides residents in the East Bay access to nature close to home.’
The East Bay Regional Park District began during the height of the Great Depression with a ballot measure asking voters to institute a property tax for the purpose of creating a park system. Despite the read more…
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