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The life, survival and success of the Mechanics Bank is closely tied to the history of Richmond, its hometown. It’s Richmond’s oldest bank and the only one currently headquartered in this city.
For the teens and young adults who gathered on a rainy day last week in North Richmond, life has been a succession of struggles and temptations. But on this day, there would be rays of light.
It may be a far-flung theory at this point, but depending on how the mayor’s race shakes out, City Council could be left a man short. Who could be in line for a council appointment?
Councilman Nat Bates is enjoying arguably more public attention by remaining coy about his political future than he would reap from an outright announcement. Will Bates challenge his political bete noire, incumbent Mayor Gayle McLaughlin, in this year’s November election? Maybe. Maybe not.
Most Latino attendees during the last Richmond Council meeting were there to show support to the Point Molate project. They hope the building of the casino resort will bring them jobs.
Point Richmond is known for its tight-knit neighborhood and historic charm. But for six months spanning Spring to Fall, the streets feature an added flair: Fresh fruits and vegetables, fair-type goodies, and easy music.
City Council voted 4-2 Tuesday to grant a developer yet another extension to file an updated proposal for the controversial hotel and casino plan. The plan is now due July 20, but meanwhile, the issue is causing a schism in a city prioritizing between jobs, morality and the environment.
Arizona’s immigration law has spurred a slew of protests around the country, including a statement of opposition by the city of Richmond, which voted to impose a moratorium on conducting public business in that state.
Longtime Richmond City Councilman and powerful political figure Nat Bates hosted an event where some of the most powerful political action committees in West County endorsed candidates for several county seats.