Posts Tagged ‘alameda’
District elections proposal heads to city, aims to give neighborhoods a voice
A push to change the way City Council members are elected appears to have resurfaced in Richmond. If successful, the initiative would draw six new districts in the city, each with an elected representative.
Read MoreChevron funds classroom projects in annual Fuel Your School program
Kelly Fimbres’ students were thrilled with Stomper, the Oakland A’s mascot who arrived in an oversized Chevron car to help deliver the goods.
Read MoreWomen veterans find peace in Alameda community group
When former Staff Sergeant Starlyn Lara joined the Army fresh out of high school in Roswell, New Mexico, it was a time of peace for those who were serving in the military. Then came September 11. Suddenly, for many who joined the armed forces in search of serving their country—what Lara calls a desire to…
Read MoreWhat now, Jeff Ritterman?
A month after the election, the departing Councilmember Jeff Ritterman can see the end of his term on the council, if not an end to the debate about public health.
Read MoreNeglected pipes result in rate increase
An aging and leaky system is responsible for the sewer rate hike for residents within the Richmond Municipal Sewer District.
Read MoreDe Anza plays hard throughout despite absorbing final loss of winless season
De Anza High School’s football team lost every game they played this season, but that didn’t stop them from giving their fans a gutsy effort on homecoming night.
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