The city and Orton Development have different ideas about what constitutes progress in the rehabilitation of the Historic Ford Building.
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Monthly Archives: December 2009
Local artists unveil ambitious mural at Police Department
December 21, 2009
A new mural by artists from the National Institute of Art and Disabilities depicts Richmond’s colorful past and present.
Asian Americans less willing to use mental health services
December 20, 2009
Mental health service providers in Richmond and Oakland say Asian Americans are less willing to seek mental health counseling due to cultural differences.
Year-end showcase of youth arts at Civic Center
December 19, 2009
Richmond’s young talent shared their skills with family and friends at The East Bay Center for the Performing Arts winter show at the Civic Center Tuesday night.
Christmas in Richmond
December 18, 2009
Four years ago a local young woman decided it was more important to give than receive on Christmas Day. This year her family and friends are continuing the tradition by helping 400 people in Richmond.
Real ‘Rosies’ celebrated at Ford Point
December 18, 2009
Now in their 80s, a group of original “Rosie the Riveters” celebrated the unveiling of memorabilia at a local restaurant.
Where are you from?
December 17, 2009
An oral history project for teenagers makes poetry out of family stories.
Bulkhead survives contentious battle
December 16, 2009
After weeks of rancorous debate over a $350,000 public pool dividing wall, the City Council voted 5-3 to end debate and affirm a Nov. 17 decision to purchase, thwarting a push by opponents to stop it.
City celebrates 61st anniversary of United Nations Declaration
December 16, 2009
Richmond officials observed the anniversary of the United Nations’ Declaration of Human Rights by gathering near a hub for day laborers and doling out coffee, pastries and educational literature for about 50 men who hang around looking for work.
Happening This Week: Dec. 15
December 15, 2009
Tuesday, December 15 BOYS SOCCER Kennedy at Northgate, 3 p.m. De Anza at El Cerrito, 6:30 p.m. GIRLS BASKETBALL Richmond at Concord, 7 p.m. BOYS BASKETBALL Kennedy at Swett, 7 p.m. Wednesday, December 16 BOYS SOCCER Albany at Salesian, 5:30 p.m. GIRLS SOCCER Salesian at Albany, 3:30 p.m. GIRLS BASKETBALL Kennedy at Pinole Valley, 6:30…
Hometown star scores two touchdowns against Raiders
December 15, 2009
Washington Redskins running back Quinton Ganther helped finish off the Raiders on Sunday with two fourth-quarter touchdown runs in the ’Skins 34-13 win. Then in his postgame comments, he made sure to mention his hometown. A quote attributed to Ganther from the Washington Post: “Coming from this area, coming from Richmond, you guys know how…
America SCORES increases literacy, with soccer
December 15, 2009
Girls at Lake Elementary School improve their writing ability, communication skills and fitness level – all while having fun.
