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Linda Hemmila

With 25 years of experience in media and publishing, I develop content, edit, contribute photos, and write the occasional story. Former Historic Preservation Commissioner; Society of Professional Journalists and ACES editing society member.

Linda Hemmila's Work 362 Articles
Events   -   Nov 21, 2025 Eight Great Things to do in Richmond
Eight Great Things to do in Richmond

With 30-plus miles of shoreline, two yacht clubs, endless hiking and cycling trails, and a host of eateries and art galleries, Richmond has a lot to offer. Each week, Grandview highlights the best, not-to-be-missed events and offerings from around the city. This week, Richmond residents can

by Linda Hemmila
Science   -   Nov 19, 2025 Renewable fuels company brings new technology to Richmond
Renewable fuels company brings new technology to Richmond

Raven SR Inc., a renewable fuels company specializing in producing clean hydrogen from waste, has cleared the hurdles to construct a facility in Richmond that will convert organic waste into renewable hydrogen. The facility, located at the West Contra Costa Sanitary Landfill, plans to process up to 99 wet tons

by Linda Hemmila
Breaking News   -   Nov 19, 2025 Fire breaks out along Greenway, sending smoke into neighborhood
Fire breaks out along Greenway, sending smoke into neighborhood

A small fire broke out along the Richmond Greenway on Wednesday morning, sending clouds of smoke across San Pablo Avenue, into the Target Shopping Center on Macdonald Avenue, and around the neighborhood. Richmond Fire Department was on the scene by 10:15 a.m., working to control the small blaze

by Linda Hemmila
Events   -   Nov 14, 2025 Eight Great Things to do in Richmond
Eight Great Things to do in Richmond

With 30-plus miles of shoreline, two yacht clubs, endless hiking and cycling trails, and a host of eateries and art galleries, Richmond has a lot to offer. Each week, Grandview highlights the best, not-to-be-missed events and offerings from around the city. This week's best

by Linda Hemmila
Events   -   Nov 07, 2025 Eight Great Things to do in Richmond
Eight Great Things to do in Richmond

With 30-plus miles of shoreline, two yacht clubs, endless hiking and cycling trails, and a host of eateries and art galleries, Richmond has a lot to offer. Each week, Grandview highlights the best, not-to-be-missed events and offerings from around the city. Start the weekend off right

by Linda Hemmila
News   -   Nov 04, 2025 Fire destroys what remained of Richmond’s historic International Hotel
Fire destroys what remained of Richmond’s historic International Hotel

What remained of Richmond's historic International Hotel turned to ash late Tuesday afternoon, after its already charred framework sat amid garbage and rubble for more than two years following a 2023 fire. Richmond Deputy Fire Chief Rico Rincon said firefighters responded just before 5 p.m. Tuesday to

by Linda Hemmila
Events   -   Oct 29, 2025 Eight Great Things to do in Richmond
 Halloween house on Clinton Hill

With 30-plus miles of shoreline, two yacht clubs, endless hiking and cycling trails, and a host of eateries and art galleries, Richmond has a lot to offer. Each week, Grandview highlights the best, not-to-be-missed events and offerings from around the city. This week: Richmond Halloween favorite

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Events   -   Oct 22, 2025 Eight Great Things to do in Richmond
Eight Great Things to do in Richmond

With 30-plus miles of shoreline, two yacht clubs, endless hiking and cycling trails, and a host of eateries and art galleries, Richmond has a lot to offer. Each week, Grandview highlights the best, not-to-be-missed events and offerings from around the city. This week: Richmond residents can

by Linda Hemmila
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