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On Monday, people gathered at Richmond Memorial Auditorium to learn and share new perspectives about homelessness. (Photo by Tyler Orsburn)

National experts and locals come together to reduce homelessness

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On Monday and Tuesday Saffron Strand, a Point Richmond non-profit focused on helping the homeless find meaningful employment and achieve economic independence, hosted its third annual conference to generate ideas about how to end homelessness....
A homeless vigil participant holds an electric candle while sharing personal stories about the past, present and future of homelessness. On June 18-19, Saffron Strand and the city of Richmond will hold a larger conference about the state of homelessness. (Photo by Tyler Orsburn)

Richmond homeless vigil a beacon of light for those on the street

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On Saturday night a handful of Richmond and Bay Area residents gathered near the steps of the Civic Center Plaza for an overnight vigil to show concern about homelessness, what many in the group call...