Roddy Ranch in Antioch – half a world away from Bosnia, site of the worst wartime atrocity in Europe since World War II – became one of the centers of the Bosnian community in the United States on ...
The Antioch Chamber recently partnered with Sizzler Restaurant to host a luncheon for Antioch Sister City delegates from Chichibu, Japan. The 12 delegates were presented with gifts from the chamber...
When Frank Beede woke up on Wednesday morning, he had no idea he’d be making headlines in East County – let alone the entire country.
Beede, an Oakley resident and Freedom High School history teach...
The Somersville Towne Center Farmers’ Market is offering food stamp recipients a special incentive this summer: Spend at least $10 in SNAP (food stamps) at the market, and receive $5 for free to sp...
Contra Costa Waste Services (Mt. Diablo Recycling Center and Transfer Station, 1300 Loveridge Road in Pittsburg) is hosting a free E-Waste Day on Saturday, Sept. 4 from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. The event i...
According to an independent healthcare rating organization, Antioch’s Sutter Delta Medical Center, which operates one of the busiest emergency departments in the East Bay, ranks among the nation’s ...
Back for third time by popular demand, The Barron Edwards’ Motown ’60s Revue Show takes the stage at Antioch’s El Campanil Theatre, 602 W. Second St., on Saturday, Aug. 14 at 8 p.m.
The Revue, set ...
Talent was on prominent display at the Antioch Speedway last weekend, when two drivers at the top of their game split honors in the co-features.
In the dirt modifieds it was Scott Busby, who has bu...
After nearly four hours of emotional and contentious debate in a standing-room-only meeting that ended after 1 a.m., the Antioch City Council denied Walmart’s request to add a grocery department to...
Antioch resident Tim Hammett recently earned the title of 2010 Mr. San Jose Overall Champion, a premier Bay Area bodybuilding event.
The win qualifies Tim to compete in national bodybuilding events...
As the East Contra Costa T.E.A. Party continues to gain momentum, the organization this week began meeting in a new location, and kicked off an informative guest-speaker series with a presentation ...
Despite poll results saying most Antioch residents have lost confidence in city officials’ ability to manage their tax dollars, the City Council Tuesday night unanimously approved a November ballot...
The U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) recently bestowed on Antioch’s Youth Intervention Network (YIN) its Outstanding Community Involvement Award, making YIN one of only 24 recipients in the United ...
Local filings for the Nov. 2 general election are trickling in, but there’s still time for those with a desire to run for office. The deadline is Aug. 6 at 5 p.m. All candidates must be residents o...
The TIGI Livin’ the Dream Traveling Salon Tour bus arrives at Wild Orchids the Salon, 1328 Sunset Drive in Antioch, on Friday, Aug. 6. The bus, which once was home to rockers such as Velvet Revolve...
The wingless sprints return to action Saturday night at the Antioch Speedway and share the top billing with the dirt modifieds. Rounding out the program are the super stocks, hobby stocks and mini ...
At one point or another we all get a little heartburn. Depending on diet and other factors, some get it more often than others. But how do you know when it’s time to see a doctor?
According to Dr. ...
Congressman John Garamendi will make an appearance at a free Senior Citizens Resource Fair in Antioch on Thursday, Aug. 12.
The fair, held at the Nick Rodriguez Community Center, 213 F St. and spo...
Sports, for the most part, is the domain of the young. Adult leagues in softball, baseball, basketball and volleyball tend to attract participants in their 20s and 30s. But often left out are older...