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Brentwood Breaks Ground on Costco
BRENTWOOD, CA — The City of Brentwood in Contra Costa County, will celebrate the opening of a new Costco store in early 2025 after breaking ground this morning. The retailer with stores in Antioch and Tracy has eyed the City of Brentwood for some time. Mayor Joel Bryant shared the following as it relates to Costco’s effect on the city, “Residents of Brentwood have excitedly awaited the arrival of Costco for far too long. We are delighted to welcome this retailer to our town which will undoubtedly reduce the trips for area residents and generate much needed revenues for our city”.
San Joaquin County officials, homeless react to Gov. Newsom's order to clear encampments
STOCKTON – California state and county leaders now have to follow an executive order issued by Gov. Gavin Newsom to remove homeless encampments or could face repercussions. County officials in San Joaquin County are waiting to iron out the details since some of their colleagues are off this week, but the county says they expect to follow this order. Meanwhile, some people who are unhoused in Stockton have one question: Where do we go now? Dozens of unhoused people live at a homeless encampment along Interstate 5 just off Monte Diablo Avenue in Stockton. Their encampments are the only place...
Preliminary M2.6 earthquake strikes near Brentwood
A preliminary 2.6 magnitude earthquake struck in Contra Costa County, according to the United States Geological Survey. The temblor was reported at 6:09 p.m. Tuesday about 6 miles southwest of Brentwood. No other information was immediately available.
Kaiser Permanente mom from Brentwood to cheer on son at Paris Olympics
A nurse in Antioch, CA has nurtured her 22-year-old son’s taekwondo ambitions since he was 3. Expected to compete for gold, CJ Nickolas, a former Heritage High student, was first trained by his father at Givans Taekwondo in Antioch. By Elizabeth Schainbaum, Manager, Regional Content, Corporation Communications, Kaiser Permanente...
Former motel converted into apartment units for Stockton’s unhoused community
(FOX40.COM) — Homeless advocates unveiled a new housing complex to help get people off the streets in Stockton. Town Center Studios on 1604 N. Wilson Way has transformed 40 motel rooms into studio apartments in hopes of providing housing to people for the long haul. The Stockton development is a California Homekey project that converted […]
Contra Costa County hands out its first permit for home-based micro-restaurants
Contra Costa County handed out its first Microenterprise Home Kitchen Operation permit, and it's been a dream come true for the people who received it. Patience, precision and passion are all important parts of Kellie Joe's pizza making process.They've helped her find success operating numerous pizza ventures in Contra Costa County with her wife, Vanda, since 2009, including Chicks and Love and Queen of Crusts.But now, her patience, precision and passion is about to really pay off."I get really emotional. It's like a dream come true," she said.Kellie and Vanda became the first people in Contra Costa County to obtain...
West Nile Virus activity detected in Rio Vista
Please follow the link below to see a Press Release issued by Solano County regarding West Nile virus activity detected in Rio Vista. The Solano County Department of Health and Social Services, in coordination with the Solano County Mosquito Abatement District, have confirmed that a mosquito pool tested positive for West Nile virus ("WNV") on July 19, 2024, in Rio Vista. As of that date, the California Department of Public Health reports that there are no human cases of WNV.
Brentwood Library Thanks Community for Anniversary Celebration Success
Over 100 Attended Reptile Program and Anniversary Reception. The Donald Bruce Kaufman Brentwood Library extended heartfelt thanks to everyone who contributed to the success of the library’s anniversary celebrations in an emailed statement. According to the press release, over 100 attendees enjoyed the special reptile program on Saturday morning, and the visitors’ vibrant enthusiasm for the animals was delightful. The afternoon music program and reception were also well-received, making for a lovely celebration of the library’s 30th anniversary.
Stockton Tequila Festival returns to downtown Stockton Saturday
The Stockton Tequila Festival returns to downtown Stockton on Saturday, July 27. The festival will have a variety of Tequilas to taste, shake'n margaritas, cold beer, food, old-school lowriders, and arts and crafts, according to the Downtown Stockton Alliance website. El Chicano Band, Delfonics, Rappin 4Tay, Dezzy Hollow, and the Latin Magic Band...
Christmas in July returns to Pixie Woods in Stockton Saturday
Santa Claus is making a stop this weekend at Pixie Woods Children's Park for the annual Christmas in July event. Holiday cheer will overflow from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Saturday, July 27 at the children's amusement park at 3121 Monte Diablo in Stockton. "Celebrate Christmas in July. Santa will make a...
Building new neighborhoods and RHNA
Getting your Trinity Audio player ready... By the time this letter is out, the City Council will have voted on the first major development of the Isabel Neighborhood Specific Plan (Isabel NSP). That neighborhood — in west Livermore, north of the freeway, is a complete neighborhood, designed to be near...
Sandman Park becomes first inclusive playground in north Stockton, second in the city
The city of Stockton held a ribbon cutting ceremony at Sandman Park to celebrate north Stockton's first inclusive playground. Stockton city officials, Stockton San Joaquin Lions Club, community members, and community organizations gathered on Tuesday in celebration of the new playground. The purple, fuchsia, yellow, orange, colorful playground is "fully accessible and inclusive,"...
Padilla’s party in the park reportedly violated Stockton City Council funding rules
Stockton City Councilmember Michele Padilla may have run afoul of council policy at a community event she hosted over the weekend by providing a public platform for local candidates seeking political office. The event reportedly cost more than $10,000 to host and was paid for with City Council discretionary funding,...
News Digest: World Series time in Livermore | Night Market back | Fraud prevention seminar | Community of Character barbecue
Getting your Trinity Audio player ready... The 2024 Little League Baseball Intermediate (50/70) World Series is set to start on Sunday (July 28) and continue until a winner is crowned on Aug. 4 in Max Baer Park in Livermore. The host California District 57 Region is represented by the hometown...
Antioch Could Hire Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging Officer
On Tuesday, Antioch city staff said they were looking at an RFP to potentially move forward with a consultant that could help them bring a Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & Belonging (DEIB) Officer position to the city. The item was brought forward by Antioch Councilmember Tamisha Torres-Walker who had requested the...
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