Creek Scene: “Midnight Rider…”
An entirely new shift of personalities takes to our streets after dark – and while their lifestyles may not fall in line with standards set by others they are no less compelling. Voyaging among them leads to some interesting moments: a snippet of conversation here and there; the flare of a cigarette in a darkened…
Flash Photo: News24/680 Flasher Provides First Image Of Canyon Car Fire Tuesday
One of our Flashers answered up an alert about smoke in the area with this photo. Apparently a car fire touched off vegetation at Pinehurst and Redwood roads in Canyon (south of Moraga). Report of one person with smoke inhalation, may not require medical assistance. Forward progress of the fire has been halted. Traffic restrictions…
“Who IS That Down There, MIke? He Looks Suspicious…”
Our small but hardy band of lensman have been known to work “tight,” angling for position during incidents and capturing meaningful images when, frankly, all heck is breaking loose and most normal people are running for cover. We were going through a batch of images taken by the highly mobile and talented photojournalist Sean McDonough…
Danville Burglary Suspect Arrested After Lengthy Chase Sunday
A man wanted for burglary and a possible arson was arrested in a Danville neighborhood Sunday after a rambling pursuit through the forested eastern end of the town. Police were looking for Clayton Mackay, 26, after incidents in Walnut Creek and Danville and alerted the public of their desire to locate him early Sunday morning.…
“Creek Scene”
…the latest in an ongoing series of photos chronicling life around the 24/680 – both good and bad.
“Ever Get The Feeling People Are Watching?”
A young visitor ran afoul of the law in Walnut Creek Thursday evening, getting a complimentary ride to jail after police determined she allegedly had warrants out for her arrest. Unfortunately, the moment was not without its observers…
Blue Moon/Black Oak
Reader/Photographer Bill Feil turned his camera moonward last night to capture the ascent of our fabled Blue Moon – choosing to shoot the lunar apparition through the leaves of a black oak that he grew from an acorn collected in Briones Park. We liked that. For you photographic nomenclature enthusiasts Bill used a D3200 equipped…
Unplanned Water Feature Pops Up In Pleasant Hill Sunday
Spigot turned off by some hardy firefighters after a hydrant shear on Crescent Plaza but it was entertaining while it was gushing – and the neighborhood kids LOVED it!
Moon Shot
Our dedicated crew of photographers are turning their lenses skyward this weekend as our skies light up and the Perseids are scheduled to make an appearance. After weeks of more down-to-earth photoplay the shooters are turning to the heavens for inspiration – and photos are already starting to stream in.
And Friday Dawns Upon Us…
A new day arrives – fresh and ready to go. It remains to be seen what we do with it. Overnight burglars wrapping up their sneaking and peeking and the commute gears up for those whose cars haven’t been stolen out of the driveway. See something happening in your neighborhood? You know who to call,…