Posts Tagged ‘immigrant’
For East Bay immigrants, notary fraud is a common legal threat
In 1996, an undocumented young man in the Easy Bay was tired of being paid under the table for his work, so he decided to do something about his legal status. Two friends recommended him to a notario—or notary—who had helped them obtain work permits. The man trusted his friends blindly, so on the advice…
Read MoreBrazilian community bustling in Richmond
Smart BR Coffee is one place in Richmond where Brazilians gather. Last Monday a crowd of about 60 people watched Brazil’s victory against Chile in the World Cup.
Read MoreSchool district celebrates English proficiency achievement
This Tuesday the West Contra Costa Unified School District celebrated its 11th Annual Reclassification Award Ceremony in which students that have become fully proficient in English were awarded.
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