Ashley Hopkinson

Free Wi-Fi Internet connection to reach Iron Triangle residents

Residents living in Richmond’s Iron Triangle Neighborhood will have access to free Internet from four to five Wi-Fi locations within the next year. The effort is part of a two-year $1 million grant through the California Emerging Technology Fund, via Building Blocks, a cooperative of more than 30 city and county agencies dedicated to the advancement of families in Richmond’s Iron Triangle neighborhood.

Nevin Center forms its first Youth Council

It’s time the kids have a say. That’s the new mantra of Jose Loaiza, longtime volunteer and teacher at the Nevin Center, a community center in the Iron Triangle neighborhood of Richmond. Loaiza, who grew up in Richmond, said he wants young people in the area to have an opportunity to take a more active role in community events. It will start, he hopes, with the first Iron Triangle Neighborhood Youth Council, an organization where young people will set the…

Bay Area Rescue Mission helps thousands

Every year, for the past 45 years the Bay Area Rescue Mission has rallied to help the homeless and hungry, said Steve Lee, 10-year program specialist for the charitable organization. “In this area of Richmond there is a huge need, and as long as there is a need we will be here,” said Lee. During the holiday season The Rescue Mission distributed more than 25,000 meals in the community, said John Anderson, director of the Bay Area Rescue Mission. Two…

Richmond Police share tips on holiday safety

It may seem like common sense advice, but Sgt. Bisa French of the Richmond Police Department said it’s common sense mistakes that often lead to the spike in crime over the holidays. “Around the holiday we see a lot of car burglaries and theft from people’s homes,” French said. French said criminals are on high alert for Christmas shoppers who make the mistake of leaving gifts in their car or parking in dark areas. “Criminals know people have brand-new items…

City Hall closing during holidays to save money

As a cost-saving measure, City Hall will be closed during the week between Christmas and New Year’s Day during December 27 to 31. City manager Bill Lindsay said police and fire services would be the exception, as they will stay open throughout the holidays. However, non- emergency city services like public works and library services will be on a limited schedule, he said. Only the main public library will remain open, Lindsay said. The Finance Department estimates that the cost-saving…