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Power restored at overcrowded California prison after outage amid heat wave
VACAVILLE, Calif. (AP) — Power was restored Tuesday at an overcrowded California men’s prison that ran on emergency generator power for three days following a major electrical outage amid a heat wave. The problem was fixed shortly after 2 p.m. at California State Prison, Solano, according to the Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation. The electricity had been out since Sunday at the facility in Vacaville, about 40 miles (65 kilometers) southwest of Sacramento. Temperatures in the city topped 96 degrees (35.5 Celsius) on Sunday and the weather remained hot into the week. Running water, ice and cooling fans were made available “to help manage heat-related concerns,” the corrections department said in a statement Monday.
The EIR for a 50-apartment project on Hwy 12. has just begun
The City of Sonoma has announced that the Notice of Preparation (NOP) of an Environmental Impact Report for the Montaldo Apartments Project has now begun. A view of the interior of the site to be developed. There will be an NOP Scoping Meeting on August 1, 2024, 6:00 PM –...
Ryan selected as next Cal Fire Sonoma-Lake-Napa Unit chief
NORTH COAST, Calif. — Cal Fire Director/Fire Chief Joe Tyler has appointed Matt Ryan as the next Cal Fire Sonoma-Lake-Napa Unit chief, effective Monday, July 15. Ryan, 42, takes over as the Sonoma-Lake-Napa Unit, or LNU, chief following Mike Marcucci’s retirement on June 28. Ryan has intricate knowledge...
Benicia City Council to hear Industrial Safety presentation tomorrow, Tues. 16, at 6pm (& why you should pay attention)
I’m writing to alert supporters that Benicia City Council will have a “status report” presentation on July 16, 2024, after 6:00 p.m., about the preparation of an Industrial Safety Ordinance (“ISO”). Among other things, the City is expected to present to the public for the...
Nat’l Park Service Marks 80th Anniv of Port Chicago Explosion That Killed 202 Black Sailors
The National Park Service (NPS) is set to commemorate the 80th anniversary of the Port Chicago explosion, a tragic event that claimed the lives of 202 Black sailors. The incident occurred on July 17, 1944, in Contra Costa County, when 4,606 tons of ammunition being loaded unto two U.S. Navy cargo ships detonated, instantly killing 320 men on site and injuring another 390 workers.
East Bay Regional Park District Approves Point Molate Sale
Trustees of the East Bay Regional Park District unanimously agreed Tuesday to enter an agreement with Richmond and the Guidiville Rancheria of California to acquire the 80-acre Point Molate property located on the Point San Pablo Peninsula in Richmond. The Richmond City Council voted unanimously on the letter of intent...
Planning For A Much Closer Future
Is Sonoma’s new 20-year General Plan already obsolete?. If you feel as if things are changing so quickly you can’t keep up, you’re not alone. The pace of change really is happening faster, driven by technological advances that themselves spur yet faster change. The introduction of the...
Dr. Jamelia Brown is running for City Council in District 1 to "See a Better Richmond"
Belding Woods resident Dr. Jamelia Brown is running for Richmond City Council to address what she describes as unmet community needs and boost economic resilience in District 1. Brown, who has extensive experience in social work and juvenile justice, says her background will help her collaborate with the community to...
Martinez Marina Operator Ends Management Contract
The City of Martinez has been notified by Suntex Marinas, the company that recently acquired the City’s longtime marina operator, Almar Marina Management, that Suntex will exercise its option to terminate its marina management contract with the City effective August 21, 2024. Although the City cannot speculate about Suntex’s...
Leona Egeland Rice: Pioneering Feminist Assemblymember
Leona Egeland Rice was a pioneer first in the lobby corps, and then in the California Assembly where she served three terms ending in 1980. In this oral history interview, conducted at her home in Napa by journalist Dan Morain, she recalls how she won even though the California Democratic Party would not endorse women. Legislators—Bill Lockyer, Willie Brown, George Moscone and March Fong Eu—did support her in that first campaign in 1974.
Now New Chapter Ahead: Bay Area City Set to Shift Focus After Ten Years of Oil Company Coverage
An oil firm has owned Richmond’s most prominent news outlet for the past 10 years. That, however, is about to alter. In June, the hyperlocal, independent news site Richmondside came online, focusing on the city’s predominantly working-class population. Cityside, a nonprofit newsgroup that already runs the Oakland side and Berkeleyside, has launched a third news site. The site has gained more than 100 members in the short time it has been live.
Veolia unveils $40-million upgrade to California’s Richmond Water Pollution Control Plant
Veolia North America has unveiled major upgrades to the Richmond Water Pollution Control Plant to the public, showcasing the results of a three-year, $40 million construction project that will improve wastewater treatment, environmental compliance and odor control for the city of Richmond and nearby communities on San Francisco Bay. Veolia...
Martinez Looks to Establish Diversity and Cultural Commission
At its July 17 meeting, the Martinez City Council will look to establish its Diversity and Cultural Commission. The council has discussed creation of this commission for more than a year and the ordinance comes after direction from its May 15 study session where it was seeking to form the commission focusing on community initiatives that promote diversity, equality, inclusion and belonging.
Grow, Learn, Live: Inside Richmond's new sustainable community
Harvest Green, a master planned community, bills itself as the first "Agri-hood" in the Houston area. Their 10-acre Village Farm is listed as an amenity, along with their tennis courts and pool."The vision was learning where you're food is coming from, especially for kids growing up here," Kore Deaville of Harvest Green said.The team at Village Farm grows fresh food year-round and makes it available at their weekly Farmers Market. The other half of the farm is dedicated to the Farm Club, where residents can rent a plot and grow whatever they want."We provide all the resources they need: compost, fertilizer, seeds and plants, as well as technical support from our farm educators here," General Manager Nathan Cross said.Click the video above to see the story.
Rotary Club of Sonoma Valley announces new club President Charles Goodwin
The Rotary Club of Sonoma Valley has named Charles Goodwin as club president for its 2024-2025 Rotary year. Goodwin joined the club in 2021 and has previously led the club’s communications and governance committees. Since its founding in 1946, our Rotary club has worked to help improve the quality...
Vallejo wastewater maintenance causing rotten odor miles away
VALLEJO – Recent maintenance work by the Vallejo Flood and Wastewater District has caused an unpleasant smell wafting up from the waterfront sewage treatment plant into south and central Vallejo in recent months and led to a flurry of complaints to government officials. The district now expects that residents and visitors in Vallejo will have to endure the odors for months longer.
A local snapshot: Don’t miss the Farmers’ Market in Sonoma this summer
A great way to start off your weekend in Sonoma is a visit to the Friday Morning Farmers’ Market at Depot Park, 9 to 12:30 a.m. It operates year-round, but the summer months brings out the best and most varied local produce. Say hi to Hilda — she’s been the market manager since 1987.
So This Happened…Week of July 8 through 14, 2024
CONTRA COSTA COUNTY, CA (July 14, 2024) — Concord police arrested seven people who they say were stealing from Ulta Beauty in the Willows shopping center last week. Police estimate they recovered $6,591 in merchandise. For more from Concord PD, see the latest arrest report. Happily ever after (times...
Novato survey finds support for sales tax increase
Novato voters would likely approve a sales tax increase to pull the financially beleaguered city out of its structural deficit, according to recent survey. The City Council heard a presentation on the long-awaited survey results at its meeting on July 9. The results indicated majority support for a three-quarter-cent increase in the city's sales tax, which is 8.5%
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