The City of Richmond Recreation Division hosted its annual spring egg hunt Saturday morning at Nicholl Park, much to the delight of area children of all ages. Under welcoming sunny skies, City of Richmond Recreation leaders led the fun setting up the egg hunt and games for dozens of smiling
by Linda Hemmila
Events and Music for the week of April 1st Spring Egg Hunt Spring has sprung! Join us for an egg-citing egg hunt event hosted by the City of Richmond Recreation Division at Nicholl Park on April 1, 2023, starting at 10:00 A.M. Bring your family and friends
by Linda Hemmila
The President of the Richmond Police Officers Association and members of the Police Review Commission are expressing concern over the city council's recent appointment of a public defender’s office attorney on Tuesday night. Rachel Lorber, an attorney at the Contra Costa County Office of the Public Defender,
by Soren Hemmila
The rare sight of five planets in alignment is in store for tonight, but only if the storm clouds clear by sunset. Mercury, Venus, Mars, Jupiter, and Uranus will align to put on a rare show in the night sky just after sunset. This celestial event will only be visible
by Linda Hemmila
Previously a casualty of Covid, the Richmond and San Pablo Cinco de Mayo parade and festivities are now slated to make their return this year after a three-year absence. The much-loved event is currently in the planning stages, and organizers are now seeking applications for the 15th annual
by Linda Hemmila
Sunday, March 19 Sideshow: Klose Way and Blume Drive. A caller told police he could see 50 cars participating in a sideshow at 2:33 a.m. When officers arrived, they spotted 100 cars with upwards of 120 spectators. The group apparently blocked in an AC Transit bus but fled
by Soren Hemmila
Adult Craft at West Side Branch Join us on Thursday, March 23rd, from 3:00 PM to 4:30 PM for our next adult craft at the West Side Branch, located at 135 Washington Avenue. We will be upcycling/repurposing file holders for your home office or home library with
by Linda Hemmila
Get ready! The carnival is coming to town this Friday night when the Hilltop Mall carnival returns to Richmond, March 17-26th. This popular event really is fun for the whole family, offering a variety of rides suitable for most children, carnival games for all ages, and a large selection
by Linda Hemmila
The City of Richmond Recreation Division hosted its annual spring egg hunt Saturday morning at Nicholl Park, much to the delight of area children of all ages. Under welcoming sunny skies, City of Richmond Recreation leaders led the fun setting up the egg hunt and games for dozens of smiling
by Linda Hemmila
The Bay Area Air District has fined Gold Bond Building Products for 13 violations related to dust at its wallboard manufacturing plant at 1040 Canal Boulevard. Along with the $188,500 fine, the Air District is also requiring Gold Bond to take additional physical and operational steps to reduce dust
Primary Collision Factor First-half 2026 data from the Richmond Police Department Other includes Hazardous Movement, Hazardous Parking, Improper Passing, Other Equipment, Other Than Driver Source: Richmond Police Department collision data
This story was updated August 31, 12:25 p.m. A fire on the Contra Costa College campus Saturday damaged one building and, according to authorities, was intentionally set. The blaze brought fire crews from Richmond, San Pablo and El Cerrito to the campus at 2600 Mission Bell Drive in
Beloved community pool, the Richmond Plunge, celebrated a big milestone on Saturday, drawing a crowd of local dignitaries and well-wishers for a spectacular ribbon-cutting birthday bash. Richmond's Mayor Eduardo Martinez, County Supervisor John Gioia, and Councilmember Cesar Zepeda presided over the ribbon-cutting and dedication ceremony
In the midst of an urban jungle, an oasis emerges, alive with the aroma of Italy, offering authentic pastries and coffee so delicious you cannot believe you haven't been here before. This is Cafe Gran Milan, located on Jacuzzi Street — in a semi-industrial area you may think
Photos had been turning up online this week, huge looping patterns raked into the sand at Keller Beach, gone by the next tide. There was one obvious question. Who did this? Turns out the answer gets up before the sun does. His name is Brighton Denevan, and he'd
Contra Costa County is asking a judge to shut down a popular but unpermitted taco stand on San Pablo Dam Road after its operators ignored the county's lawsuit, according to court records. Even with the lawsuit pending, the stand keeps running. Most nights, a line stretches down the
On a quiet weekend morning, a hundred or so El Sobrante residents simultaneously stopped what they were doing and fled their homes upon receiving a single text message. Richmond's third evacuation drill was held Saturday, providing neighborhoods in El Sobrante an opportunity to practice what they would do
The City of Richmond Recreation Division hosted its annual spring egg hunt Saturday morning at Nicholl Park, much to the delight of area children of all ages. Under welcoming sunny skies, City of Richmond Recreation leaders led the fun setting up the egg hunt and games for dozens of smiling
by Linda Hemmila
Events and Music for the week of April 1st Spring Egg Hunt Spring has sprung! Join us for an egg-citing egg hunt event hosted by the City of Richmond Recreation Division at Nicholl Park on April 1, 2023, starting at 10:00 A.M. Bring your family and friends
by Linda Hemmila
The President of the Richmond Police Officers Association and members of the Police Review Commission are expressing concern over the city council's recent appointment of a public defender’s office attorney on Tuesday night. Rachel Lorber, an attorney at the Contra Costa County Office of the Public Defender,
by Soren Hemmila
The rare sight of five planets in alignment is in store for tonight, but only if the storm clouds clear by sunset. Mercury, Venus, Mars, Jupiter, and Uranus will align to put on a rare show in the night sky just after sunset. This celestial event will only be visible
by Linda Hemmila
Previously a casualty of Covid, the Richmond and San Pablo Cinco de Mayo parade and festivities are now slated to make their return this year after a three-year absence. The much-loved event is currently in the planning stages, and organizers are now seeking applications for the 15th annual
by Linda Hemmila
Sunday, March 19 Sideshow: Klose Way and Blume Drive. A caller told police he could see 50 cars participating in a sideshow at 2:33 a.m. When officers arrived, they spotted 100 cars with upwards of 120 spectators. The group apparently blocked in an AC Transit bus but fled
by Soren Hemmila
Adult Craft at West Side Branch Join us on Thursday, March 23rd, from 3:00 PM to 4:30 PM for our next adult craft at the West Side Branch, located at 135 Washington Avenue. We will be upcycling/repurposing file holders for your home office or home library with
by Linda Hemmila
Get ready! The carnival is coming to town this Friday night when the Hilltop Mall carnival returns to Richmond, March 17-26th. This popular event really is fun for the whole family, offering a variety of rides suitable for most children, carnival games for all ages, and a large selection
by Linda Hemmila