
On a warm Thanksgiving morning, throngs flock to Pt. Richmond to embrace much loved tradition: The Point Richmond Turkey Shoot. No turkeys are harmed in this annual celebration, but they are welcome to come along if they wish. At least a hundred people and many families with kids and dogs
by Linda Hemmila
Point Richmond Gallery is hosting a closing reception for the exhibit "Slow Frequency," the work of Bay Area artist Rick Gradone, offering a last-chance opportunity to meet the artist and experience his art. The gallery invites you to join them in celebrating Rick Gradone’s Paintings and Objects
by Linda Hemmila
Richmond has something for everyone, and this week is no exception! Kicking off the season with ten fun events sure to get you in the spirit, including two fabulous holiday tree lighting events, a craft fair, and Pt. Richmond's own special tradition: the Thanksgiving Day Turkey Shoot! ■ East
by Linda Hemmila
Richmond Promise and Western Governors University have entered an agreement that will allow Richmond Promise Scholars to apply for a scholarship that, along with other funding, would allow a student to pursue a college degree at little to no cost. “Expanding access to college will always be one of the
by Linda Hemmila
Months of work by the West Contra Costa Fire Safe Council and Contra Costa County Fire Protective Services came to fruition last week as crews began to remove hazardous brush and clear fire paths as part of wildfire prevention efforts in the May Valley neighborhood. WCCFSC, along with the Wildfire
by Linda Hemmila
The City of Richmond is gearing up for a major transformation, as plans are underway to reimagine Hilltop Mall and surrounding areas. The Hilltop Horizon Specific Plan is set to reshape approximately 143 acres of land, including the mall and its immediate surroundings, into a mixed-use destination. There is a
by Soren Hemmila
A meeting hosted by the Pullman Neighborhood Council and District 3 Councilmember Doria Robinson was held last week to explore the future of Richmond's historic International Hotel, which was destroyed along with two adjacent homes in a fire last April. The small 20-room hotel, located at 396 Ethel
by Linda Hemmila
Richmond Police Department launched its new in-depth Cultural Competency training Wednesday by hosting an inaugural session that included members of the police department, city council, and the parents of Pedie Perez, who was killed by a Richmond Police officer. The goal of the Cultural Competency training is to ensure that
by Linda Hemmila
On a warm Thanksgiving morning, throngs flock to Pt. Richmond to embrace much loved tradition: The Point Richmond Turkey Shoot. No turkeys are harmed in this annual celebration, but they are welcome to come along if they wish. At least a hundred people and many families with kids and dogs
by Linda Hemmila



This story was updated at 7:09 p.m. Tuesday, July 8, 2025 If you are waiting for your garbage to be picked up today, forget about it. A nationwide strike is affecting local waste removal, cancelling all scheduled pickups for Tuesday and possibly Wednesday. County Supervisor John Gioia posted

Residents came from all parts of the city braving the wind and typical cold temperatures Thursday to partake of Richmond’s own, city-sponsored Independence Day celebration along the waterfront at Marina Bay Park, which, in a nod to the city’s uniqueness, occurs on July 3rd — or what has become

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On a warm Thanksgiving morning, throngs flock to Pt. Richmond to embrace much loved tradition: The Point Richmond Turkey Shoot. No turkeys are harmed in this annual celebration, but they are welcome to come along if they wish. At least a hundred people and many families with kids and dogs
by Linda Hemmila
Point Richmond Gallery is hosting a closing reception for the exhibit "Slow Frequency," the work of Bay Area artist Rick Gradone, offering a last-chance opportunity to meet the artist and experience his art. The gallery invites you to join them in celebrating Rick Gradone’s Paintings and Objects
by Linda Hemmila
Richmond has something for everyone, and this week is no exception! Kicking off the season with ten fun events sure to get you in the spirit, including two fabulous holiday tree lighting events, a craft fair, and Pt. Richmond's own special tradition: the Thanksgiving Day Turkey Shoot! ■ East
by Linda Hemmila
Richmond Promise and Western Governors University have entered an agreement that will allow Richmond Promise Scholars to apply for a scholarship that, along with other funding, would allow a student to pursue a college degree at little to no cost. “Expanding access to college will always be one of the
by Linda Hemmila
Months of work by the West Contra Costa Fire Safe Council and Contra Costa County Fire Protective Services came to fruition last week as crews began to remove hazardous brush and clear fire paths as part of wildfire prevention efforts in the May Valley neighborhood. WCCFSC, along with the Wildfire
by Linda Hemmila
The City of Richmond is gearing up for a major transformation, as plans are underway to reimagine Hilltop Mall and surrounding areas. The Hilltop Horizon Specific Plan is set to reshape approximately 143 acres of land, including the mall and its immediate surroundings, into a mixed-use destination. There is a
by Soren Hemmila
A meeting hosted by the Pullman Neighborhood Council and District 3 Councilmember Doria Robinson was held last week to explore the future of Richmond's historic International Hotel, which was destroyed along with two adjacent homes in a fire last April. The small 20-room hotel, located at 396 Ethel
by Linda Hemmila
Richmond Police Department launched its new in-depth Cultural Competency training Wednesday by hosting an inaugural session that included members of the police department, city council, and the parents of Pedie Perez, who was killed by a Richmond Police officer. The goal of the Cultural Competency training is to ensure that
by Linda Hemmila




