Monthly Archives: October 2009

Bad economy brings new vendors to swap meet

Thanks to the slow economy, shoppers can score great deals from new vendors.

Historic shipyards: A porthole to Richmond’s roots

Take a tour through the Rosie the Riveter World War II Home Front National Historical Park.

Pets fall victim to tough economy

During these hard economic times, many Americans have been forced to abandon their pets. The situation in Contra Costa County has been no different.

For Halloween, how about some glass pumpkins

During weekends in October, Cohn-Stone Studios display hundreds of glass pumpkins in their garden. Visitors can select their favorite pieces to take home, and watch glass blowing in the studio.

Women weave cloth and community

These weaving classes are among the few options available in the Bay Area for people interested in this ancient art.

This Week in High School Football

Today’s game: Richmond (3-5 overall, 2-2 Alameda Contra Costa Athletic League) vs. Alameda (3-3-1, 2-1 ACCAL) WHEN: 7 p.m. WHERE: Alameda BRIEFLY: The Oilers won their first homecoming game in nine years last week by defeating Kennedy, 22-17 … The Oilers could move into a tie with Alameda, Pinole Valley and El Cerrito with a…

Your go-to source for Richmond prep sports news

Welcome to the RC Sports Glance, your up-close and personal account of everything that’s going on in prep and youth sports around Richmond. This space will be regularly updated with commentary, photos and profiles of local athletes, as well as schedules, scores and standings. We’re focusing on four high schools in particular: Richmond, Kennedy, Salesian…

Lights, cameras, action at Richmond High

Concerned parents, teachers and community organizers at Richmond High School have demanded the school board install new security cameras, better lighting on campus and urged the creation of a comprehensive safety plan for the district.

Kennedy’s junior varsity shows no signs of quitting

The varsity football season may be over at Kennedy High, but coach Mack Carminer and the junior varsity team are more determined than ever.

BART commuters inconvenienced by bridge failure

On the first day of the Bay Bridge closure, BART travelers experienced crowded trains, longer commuting time and packed parking lots.

Residents say neighborhood is safe despite rape

Residents who live near last weekend’s brutal rape scene at Richmond High School say the assault is not representative of their neighborhood.

Bridge closure affects those who stay local too

In Richmond, detoured drivers and passengers crowded the Richmond-San Rafael Bridge, BART trains and surface streets, causing traffic headaches for both the regular commuters and those rerouted due to the Bay Bridge closure.

As media descends, school and city react to national spotlight

Students and teachers at Richmond High speak out in response to media publicity following last week’s rape of a 15-year-old girl.