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Richmond breweries keep beer flowing during shelter-at-home order
By Kathy Chouteau
Although COVID-19 may have forced the temporary closure of many local businesses, Richmond’s breweries have found a way to keep the beer...
Salesian reports success in first week of distance learning
Salesian College Preparatory in Richmond is reporting success in the first week of using its distance learning program, Schoology.
The program launched Tuesday as schools...
Ed Fund appeals for donations for WCCUSD families in need
By Kathy Chouteau
The Ed Fund is rallying community support for West Contra Costa Unified School District (WCCUSD) families in need during the coronavirus (COVID-19)...
WCCUSD schools to temporarily open to distribute distance learning materials
By Kathy Chouteau
The West Contra Costa Unified School District (WCCUSD) announced Tuesday that it will temporarily open all of its schools for a three-hour...
Contra Costa College to begin remote instruction Wednesday
All lecture-based classes at Contra Costa College have been suspended as of Monday due to concerns surrounding the the coronavirus, or COVID-19, and the...
RPAL invites college-bound students to apply for scholarship
By Colette Wright
College-bound local high school seniors are encouraged to apply for the Richmond Young Scholar Scholarship.
The Richmond Police Activities League (RPAL) is offering...
Coronavirus causes WCCUSD to close all schools for three weeks
All West Contra Costa Unified School (WCCUSD) schools will close for three weeks starting Monday due to concerns surrounding the coronavirus pandemic, the district...
Verde Elementary closes due to suspected case of coronavirus
Verde Elementary was closed this morning and will undergo a "deep cleaning" today after a staff member was reported to have a suspected case...
WCCUSD launches meal distribution service today; updates locations
By Kathy Chouteau
Given the fluid, evolving landscape of COVID-19 related measures, the West Contra Costa Unified School District (WCCUSD) announced last night an update...
Richmond Art Center announces early-bird discount for summer camp
By Colette Wright
Get your kid’s creative juices flowing this summer at Richmond Art Center’s Art Camp for Kids.
Ten-percent discounts are currently being offered for...
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A plan to build 45 townhomes on a vacant lot at 3151 Garrity Way in the Hilltop District of Richmond is moving to its...
Chevron Richmond reports safety gains and free home upgrades at town hall
By Mike Aldax
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Sheldon Elementary to host student music and debate showcase
Sheldon Elementary School will host "A Night of Brazilian Rhythm & Voice" on Thursday, May 21. The event takes place from 6-7 p.m. in...