“Astonishing” 79 Percent Uptick In Crisis Calls Leads To Increased Support During Suicide Prevention Month
From Contra Costa Crisis Center: (Walnut Creek, Calif.) – September is National Suicide Prevention Month, a time when mental health advocates, survivors, allies, and communities unite to promote awareness and share the message that help is always available. As part of this effort, the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) and the American…
County Expands Basic Health Care Coverage For Uninsured/Undocumented Residents
From Contra Costa Health: Contra Costa Health is now offering affordable health care coverage to uninsured county residents who don’t qualify for Medi-Cal or CoveredCA. Potentially eligible residents can now call a financial counselor at 1-800-771-4270 to ask about enrolling in Basic Health Care, which offers coverage for primary care, medications, X-rays and more. While…
Town Of Danville To Unveil Historic Halverson Creek Plaque
From the Town of Danville: Ceremony to be held August 29 on Front Street near Eugene O’Neill Commemorative Park DANVILLE, Calif. (August 26, 2024): The Town of Danville is pleased to announce the unveiling of a historic plaque honoring what is locally known as Halverson Creek, scheduled for August 29 at 5:30 p.m. The plaque…
Now, For A Reminder How Semi-Rural We Are
From the East Bay Regional Parks District: Calving Season Advisory: Admire From a Distance Calving season runs from August to October in East Bay Regional Parks. Interactions with calves can be a danger to both people and grazing animals. Safety Tips: Do not approach or touch calves. Do not take selfies with calves. Do not…
Danville PD Update On Monday’s Pursuit, Arrests Near Diablo Road
From Danville PD: On Monday, August 12, at approximately 3:28 p.m., the Danville Police Department was alerted through an Automated License Plate Reader (ALPR) system to a Honda associated with retail theft in Danville. Officers found the vehicle on Diablo Road heading toward I-680 and identified the driver as Deonte Bell, 23, of Sacramento, who…
County Health Supporting Return Of Indoor Masking
Indoor Masking a Healthy Choice to Reduce Risk of COVID-19 Infection, CCH says With evidence of increased COVID-19 infections throughout the Bay Area, Contra Costa Health (CCH) recommends masking in crowded indoor settings, particularly for those at high risk of serious illness if infected. This recommendation is not a health order. It aligns with existing…
First West Nile Virus Death Since 2006 Reported In Contra Costa County
A Contra Costa resident died this month from West Nile virus infection, underscoring the need for everyone in the county to take precautions against mosquito-borne illness. The death of an adult man who lived in East County was reported to the county on July 16. It was the first West Nile virus-related death reported in…
County Animal Services Seeks Adopters, Fosters To Alleviate Overcrowded Shelter
CCAS partnering with Bissell Pet Foundation to provide free adoptions of all animals during the month of July as shelter reaches capacity Martinez, CA – In partnership with the Bissell Pet Foundation, all animals at Contra Costa Animal Services (CCAS) will be free to adopt during the month of July in an effort to clear…
Nomination Period For Lafayette City Council Election Opens July 15
Lafayette, CA: The City of Lafayette has announced the nomination period for four seats on the City Council will open on Monday, July 15, 2024. The election will be consolidated with the statewide election on Tuesday, November 5, 2024, and will include the following Officers: Three (3) City Councilmembers for the full term of 4…
Applications For District Attorney’s Fall Community Academy Available
Martinez, California – Applications are being accepted for the 2024 Fall Community Academy at the Contra Costa County District Attorney’s Office. The free, 10-week learning experience will be at the District Attorney’s Community Room in downtown Martinez from 6:00-8:30 pm every Wednesday starting on August 28th. “Communication is a cornerstone of a strong community,” District…