“Nothing Doing On Police,” Cast Iron Mnemonics; Tiers Of The Clowns
“Saucepans in summer, crepe pans in fall, when winter’s upon us, there’s food for us all.” – Dr. Niles Crane Our Spirit Guide’s mnemonic device for remembering the Kitchen Rules of Life sprang to mind with the arrival of a new cast iron dutch oven – the latest addition to our bunker’s Kitchen Arsenal. We’re…
Daylight Slips Away – Friday Night Kicks Off In The 24/680
We’ll see what evening brings. Lots of questions, tips, photos coming in tonight as the readership gets off work and, perhaps, switches into “play” mode. Check in if you see something amiss, find a good place for dinner or see a good movie.
San Ramon Regional Announces Arrival Of CEO Rob Anderson
The Buzz: San Ramon Regional Medical Center is pleased to announce that Rob Anderson has joined the organization as chief executive officer. Anderson’s leadership will maintain the organization’s commitment to compassionate, high-quality care for people across Contra Costa County and San Ramon. Anderson brings extensive healthcare leadership experience and a strong track record of improving…
Lafayette Secures $3.7M State Funding For Portion Of Walking/Biking Pathway
From the City of Lafayette Lafayette, CA: The City of Lafayette has secured $3.7 million in State Transportation Improvement Program (STIP) funds to construct a key segment of the Aqueduct Pathway, a safe, fully separated route for people walking and biking through downtown Lafayette. The newly secured funding, combined with other sources, will allow the…
Crashes Continue Into Friday In The 24/680
Reader submitted photo of a crash on I680 north near the Treat Boulevard exit in Pleasant Hill this morning after what turned out to be a bad day on our roads. Photo taken a little after 1 a.m. No word on injuries though ambulances were on scene.
Fatal Auto Vs Pedestrian Collision In Walnut Creek Thursday
A pedestrian struck by a car at 3100 Oak Road in Walnut Creek suffered a serious head injury and reportedly died later at a local hospital. The victim, a man believed to be in his 40s, was struck at approximately 6:04pm with fire crews initiating life-saving measures at the scene of the collision. No further…
San Francisco Man Charged With 2021 Richmond Murder
From the Office of the District Attorney: Martinez, California – The Contra Costa County District Attorney’s Office has filed a two count criminal complaint against a San Francisco man in connection with the 2021 murder of a Richmond resident. Reno Goldie Fiapoto, 26, has been charged with the murder of Derrick McDougal, who was 21…
Letters: Protecting The Planet While Feeding The Hungry
Editor; As our community prepares to mark Earth Day, one local nonprofit is quietly executing an unprecedented environmental feat: every single day, Contra Costa-based White Pony Express rescues 10,500 high-quality meals from supermarkets, farmers markets, and restaurants and delivers them to neighbors in need. While we usually think about food recovery as a low cost,…
County District Attorney’s Office Issues 2025 Annual Report
From the Office of the District Attorney: Martinez, California – Contra Costa County District Attorney Diana Becton issued the office’s 2025 Annual Report, showcasing the justice reform progress made for the county’s residents. “We are making meaningful progress with a sharp focus on public safety, pragmatic solutions, and alternatives to a one-size-fits-all criminal justice system,”…
Swalwell Suspends Gubernatorial Bid Amid Allegations Of Sexual Misconduct; Resigns Congressional Seat
Democratic Congressman Eric Swalwell (D-CA14) announced he was suspending his run for the California governor’s office Sunday after allegations of sexual and financial impropriety began to surface. “To my family, staff, friends, and supporters, I am deeply sorry for mistakes in judgment I’ve made in my past. I will fight the serious, false allegations that…