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John Marsh Historic Trust Board Member Gene Metz describes the restoration efforts made by the trust to restore and stabilize the house.<br><i>Photos courtesy of John Marsh Historic Trust</i>
New park named Marsh Creek State Park
East County residents won’t need to travel far to immerse themselves in the beauty and history of a California state park. At a pair of meetings last week in Brentwood, State Parks Commissioners fi...
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Quilting classes
The Brentwood Library hosts a five-part beginner’s hand-quilting class for kids 10-16 starting Feb. 1. Classes are held on consecutive Wednesdays through Feb. 29 from 6 to 7:30 p.m. Sponsored in p...
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Andrew Kobayashi, 17, holds up a prize-winning striped bass caught during a fishing tournament last year. Delta advocates are concerned about possible changes to the law that could threaten the local fishing industry.<br><i> Photo courtesy of Andy Kobayashi</i>
Oakley opposes proposed fishing regulations
The Oakley City Council recently sent a letter to the California Fish and Game Commission opposing a piece of legislation that could threaten the striped bass population in the Delta. The Fish and...
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Winter storytime at Brentwood Library
The Brentwood Library, 104 Oak St., hosts new storytime hours through March 1. No registration is required for these free programs. Lapsit Baby Storytime, designed for children up to age 2, is hel...
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Passport services in Oakley
Locals planning to head overseas can get started by first heading over to Oakley City Hall. As a U.S. Department of State Passport Acceptance Facility, the City of Oakley offers convenient, one-st...
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<I>Photo courtesy of Family Features</i>
Active families find time for fun
Zipping around from one family activity to the next can be fun, but it requires a plan. “Like so many parents, it can be a challenge to keep my active family organized, especially on the go,” says ...
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Chill out with a book
The Brentwood Library will be conducting a free winter reading program for students K-12 from Jan. 9 to March 16. Participation is easy. Students pick up a reading log in the Brentwood Library sta...
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Children pose with Mr. and Mrs. Claus at last year’s Breakfast with Santa at the Brentwood Senior Center. This year’s event is held Saturday, Dec. 10.
’Tis the season for local holiday fun
Holiday cheer continues to spread through East County. If you need help getting in the spirit this year, here are some holiday happenings to help get you in a yuletide mood: FRIDAY, DEC. 2 BANC...
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Christmas trees light up this weekend
East County gets into the holiday spirit this weekend with not one but three tree lighting ceremonies.
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Parading in Discovery Bay
Discovery Bay’s popular holiday parade comes to town Saturday, Dec. 3. This year’s theme is A Holiday Movie. Celebrating its ninth season, the land-based event draws thousands of spectators each y...
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Easy tips for fast and fun snow removal
When you look outside, do the large piles of snow leave you dreaming of spring? Since winter isn't going anywhere any time soon, you might as well make the most of the snowy outdoors. When you need...
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Rising expectations: Even in South, road crews know citizens demand speedy snow and ice removal
In the South, people now expect roads to be swiftly cleared of ice and snow. In northern climates, expectations have always been high, but are getting even higher as citizens realize impassable roa...
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Three ways to a sustainably healthy New Year
New Year's Day will spur many people to resolve follow to healthier lifestyles in 2012, but how many will carry through with their pledges? The journey to better health is not as daunting as it may...
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Charitable giving: Important tips for tax season
'Tis the season to be giving. The holidays are a great time to give back to those who need it most and what better way to give than to donate to your favorite charity? Of course giving back to a go...
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Tips for a beautiful holiday - even at the 11th hour
As holiday decor springs up and seasonal tunes begin to flood the airwaves, it's time to embrace the most wonderful time of the year. If you didn't line up on Black Friday, and decking the halls is...
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How you can help children of incarcerated parents during the holidays
Drug abuse. Divorce. Homelessness. Imprisonment. Little Forrest has witnessed them all. With his father in prison and his mom lost in a haze of drug abuse, Forrest's maternal grandparents took cust...
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Find the perfect snow thrower for you
With only a few weeks until the official start of winter, now is the perfect time to choose a snow thrower before the blizzards hit. With so many options on the market, which one is right for you?
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Make the holidays more fun with an ugly sweater party
Holiday parties can be tons of fun, but in all honesty, they can be trying, too. Whether you're circled around the chips and dip until your feet ache or stuck listening to Uncle Bob's fishing stori...
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Five handy apps for the festive season
The holiday season is full of festivities from children's plays to office parties to checking off shopping lists. That means many consumers are multitasking. Never fear, there are an array of apps ...
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Staying green for the holidays
Winter is quickly approaching and the holidays are in full swing once again. Gift-giving, parties, baking goodies and being with loved ones are great fun, but can often lead to waste and excess. Th...
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