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More improvements planned for Habour-8 Park
The ever-evolving Harbour-8 Park in Richmond’s Iron Triangle neighborhood will undergo more improvements this year, according to Pogo Park, the nonprofit that employs a...
Memorial to slain Richmond teen planned at Milo Foundation
A grieving Richmond mom says she's grateful for community members who are helping to keep the memory of her son alive.
Josie Martinez's son, Otilio...
New Richmond ferry gets rousing welcome
The excitement on the Richmond waterfront Thursday was palpable, as hundreds gathered to celebrate the launch of brand new ferry service to downtown San...
CVS Pharmacy locations now have drop boxes for unwanted medicines
Twenty-seven CVS Pharmacy locations in Contra Costa County now have drop boxes where residents can safely dispose of unwanted prescription medicines, Contra Costa Health...
Richmond councilmembers to be sworn in tonight
Tonight, Richmond will swear-in re-elected Mayor Tom Butt along with three city councilmembers.
The ceremony is set to begin at 6:30 p.m. tonight in Richmond...
Richmond Plunge remains closed for repairs
Unfortunately, the New Year hasn't ushered in the reopening of the Richmond Plunge.
Closed for repairs on Sept. 1, the Plunge won't reopen until at...
Richmond Chamber, Rotary to hold New Year Mixer Thursday
Although the New Year's Eve festivities have passed, Richmond isn't done partying.
The Richmond Chamber of Commerce and Richmond Rotary are inviting the community to...
El Cerrito has new city manager
The City of El Cerrito has announced the promotion of Karen Pinkos to the role of City Manager.
Pinkos has filled the role left behind...
Apply now for Chevron’s Dr. William F. King college scholarship
The application period is now open for the Chevron Richmond Dr. William F. King college scholarship program.
Since 2004, the Chevron Richmond Black Employee Network...
West Contra Costa Education Fair set for Jan. 26
As school application season nears, local families will have a one-stop shop at Richmond Memorial Auditorium to view all of the available possibilities, including...
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Don Lau honored with Legacy Award at CoCoKids Gala
By Kathy Chouteau
Community advocate Don Lau, known for his longtime support of children and families through the E.M. Downer YMCA in Richmond, was honored...
Richmond mourns passing of former Rosie the Riveter Trust leader
The Rosie the Riveter Trust and the Richmond community are mourning the loss of Marsha Mather-Thrift, a prominent advocate for national parks who served...
Fire significantly damages building on South 16th Street
Richmond firefighters extinguished a fire at a vacant apartment building early Wednesday.
Crews responded to the 400 block of South 16th Street just before 2:45...