The Sunday Speculator
Up with the crows this morning as a murder of the vocal buggers settled on the eave above our laureled heads and proceeded to serenade each other, and us, previously aslumber in our our bed chamber on our one day of sloth. Sunday is a day of relaxation for us, so ordained in some religious…
Danville Woman Identified As Victim Of Fiery Highway 24 Crash
Family and friends have identified a 20-year-old Danville woman as the victim of a fiery, single-car crash east of the Saint Stephens Drive on-ramp in Orinda last week. Friends Cassidie Abello died in the crash. A GoFundMe account built to raise money for Abello’s funeral expenses has so far garnered more than $6,000 for those…
Suspect In Livermore Shooting Death Apprehended
UPDATE: Police said their suspect, John Inocencio, was located by police in Elk Grove and apprehended there at about 1:45 p.m. ORIGINAL POST: Livermore police investigators said a shooting in the 2700 block of Las Positas Road Wednesday was the end result of a longstanding feud between the suspect and victim. Police say the fatal…
Moraga-Orinda Fire District to Temporarily Close Wildcat Canyon Road – Aug. 12-16
The Moraga-Orinda Fire District and Contra Costa County Public Works Department will temporarily close Wildcat Canyon Road starting August 12, 2019 through August 16, 2019 from 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. daily. This road closure between San Pablo Dam Road and Inspiration Point is needed to complete work in accordance with the North Orinda Shaded…
One Dead In Fiery Orinda Crash Thursday
A series of crashes in both directions of Highway 24 Thursday ended in death for an unidentified woman whose car was found crashed and burning westbound just west of the St. Stephens Drive onramp. Police and firefighters were kept busy locating a number of reported crashes in the area at around 8:57 p.m., a caller…
Grass Fire Burns In Reliez Valley Neighborhood Thursday
There were a few anxious moments for homeowners Thursday when a stubborn grass fire brewed up between Reliez Valley and Rancho View Drive in Lafayette, prompting road closures and quick action to protect homes in the area but no evacuations or injuries. The blaze was reported out at around 4 p.m. Reported at 3:14 p.m.,…
Drive-By Pellet Gun Pinger Popped By Concord PD Monday
Ed: We’ve been getting reports of “pellets” or “BBs” or “Airsoft” thingees bouncing off cars and homes recently and it appears at least one alleged perpetrator has been tracked down: At 9:50 pm (Monday), a Concord PD Officer spotted the suspect vehicle driving on Clayton Rd. near Thornwood Dr. and conducted a traffic stop. The…
Contra Costa County Looking For A Few Good Attorneys
From the Contra Costa County Administrator’s Office: Contra Costa County is looking for a number of attorney candidates to act as contract Mental Health Hearing Officers. Hearing Officers are appointed by the Superior Court and responsible for limited hearing schedules serving in conjunction with other part-time Hearing Officers. A Mental Health Hearing Officer is responsible…
Car Burglars Back At Work Monday; Locals Continue To Donate To Their Cause
Some folks may still be enjoying some summer vacation time off but area burglars are hard at work Monday – and reaping rewards for their dedication. Police in Danville are looking for a hard-working crew in a black Chrysler 300 SRT who struck at least twice in the Rose Garden Village Shopping Center parking lot…
Contra Costa Health Services Reminds Residents To Prepare For Weekend Heat
From the County’s Health Services Department: With temperatures over 100 degrees expected in much of Contra Costa County this weekend, Contra Costa Health Services reminds all residents to take steps to stay safe and healthy in the heat. Stay inside in an air-conditioned space during the hottest parts of the day, if possible. Indoor, air-conditioned…