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Tiger Cub Rescue Sparks Investigation into Wildlife Sanctuary
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Fish Emeryville Fleet's Scores for 7/26/2024 :
• Lady K • 1/2 Day AM • 6 anglers • 12 Striped Bass, 5 Halibut. • New Huck Finn • Full Day • 6 anglers • 60 Rockfish, 12 Striped Bass, 5 Lingcod. • Oakland Anglers II • 1/2 Day AM • 7 anglers • 14 Striped Bass, 1 Halibut.
Jack London’s legacy lives on in little Richmond house
In a tiny home in Richmond’s Panhandle Annex lives a treasure trove of literary gems—letters, books of short stories and rare first editions of works by Jack London, a world-renowned author with deep Oakland roots. The keeper of this goldmine is none other than London’s great-granddaughter, Tarnel Abbott, a Richmond resident for more than 32 years.
East Bay animal shelter to open new state-of-the-art clinic made of shipping containers
An East Bay animal rescue is taking an innovative approach to help solve the pet overpopulation crisis.Friends of the Alameda Animal Shelter is sharing its plan to open a new, state-of-the-art spay and neuter clinic.But what makes this plan unique, is what its building will be made out of: shipping containers."We were originally going to build a brick and mortar medical center," said John Lipp, CEO of Friends of Alameda Animal Shelter. "The price tag was close to $10 million, and we were looking at fundraising and that's a lot of money to raise, and so we thought, what can...
A Historic Bank Is Now One Of Northern California’s Best Italian Restaurants
This historic bank in Northern California is now one of the best Italian restaurants in the state. Ristorante Allegria in Napa serves Northern Italian cuisine. Think clam linguine, gnocchi with pesto, and tagliatelle with bolognese. Enjoy these classic dishes in a unique and stately atmosphere. The old bank, built in 1916, has 35-foot ceilings and a breathtaking ambiance. Beautiful Italian music adds to the ambiance.
Soul Beat, California's first African American TV station, is coming back
California’s first African American television station is getting ready for a relaunch. Founded in 1978 by the late Chuck Johnson, Soul Beat, the 24/7 channel based in Oakland, highlighted music, lifestyle, education and culture for more than two decades. The network went off air in 2003 after the passing...
The History of Marin Joe’s: When “Popping in” Was Easy
Today, while speeding through Corte Madera on Highway 101 (or is it the 101 Freeway?) it’s hard to miss Marin Joe’s. Perched on a hillside, tucked behind a chain link fence, and situated along the busy Casa Buena Drive, the restaurant stands as a landmark. However, the scene...
The Curry Leaf Queen Of Oakland Who Grows Desi Girl Tomatoes
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Hard knocks for Nox, UC Berkeley’s youngest peregrine falcon
His three siblings will soon fly away, leaving UC Berkeley to start new lives. But Nox, the youngest peregrine falcon to hatch on the Campanile this spring, won’t be doing the same just yet. Far from home, he’s healing from a broken wing. “The good news is he’s...
24 Fun Things to Do This Week (7.29.24)
Summer sounds are in the air, from Olivia Rodrigo’s Chase Center show to folksy tunes in the Presidio and plenty of dance parties. Other chances to express yourself include a ceramic vase workshop at 7x7 Social Club, letterpress lessons, and a dog pageant in Japantown. Have a good one!
Art and music galore for the week ahead in Richmond
There's no excuse for boredom to take hold in Richmond this week. With so many events to check out, our calendar is chock-full of fun-filled things to do, from art and music events to garden talks and a play; check out our pick of what's happening in Richmond. You’re Invited...
Scientist-activist group criticizes Oakland airport expansion
OAKLAND -- The Port of Oakland plan to expand the Oakland International Airport has drawn significant criticism from local scientists.That plan includes modernizing existing terminals and constructing a third terminal with 16 additional gates to accommodate projected increases in air travel. Paul English, a member of the Scientist Rebellion, has raised red flags about the potential health and environmental impacts of an expansion."The airport plan expansion will increase emissions and there's a very vulnerable community in east Oakland that's right adjacent to the airport that has very high rates of asthma, including emergency visits and hospitalizations and high rates of...
South Berkeley neighbors are making friends by photographing flowers together
*The photographs in this essay were taken by participants of this year’s South Berkeley Flower Photowalk and selected by organizers Bella Bond and Angela Marlaud. Wandering around with a camera and looking at the world is one of the fundamentals of the photographic practice. However, it can sometimes be a lonely experience. That’s why Berkeley-based photographers and Instagram friends Bella Bond and Angela Marlaud created the South Berkeley Flower Photowalk, a gathering for cameras and film enthusiasts to explore the neighborhood and move some friends out of social media and into the streets during bloom season.
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