Oakley
Buchanan backs tax hike extension
The sales and income tax hikes passed by the state legislature last year to help reduce California’s budget deficit should be extended for several more years, Assemblywoman Joan Buchanan told 20 p...
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A day for special Olympians
The night before the big game, James Andrade got a haircut, tried on his new jersey and practiced his hook shot. The preparation paid off. “I made a basket,” said James, 21. “It was a good day.” I...
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Relay – cause for celebration
No matter where or when a Relay For Life event takes place, it always starts the same way. People dressed in purple shirts linked arms wearing big smiles and wave to the crowd of hundreds as they ...
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‘More students’ budget idea flunks
Of the budget cuts still on the table to help the Liberty Union High School District ( LUHSD ) meet its projected $3.8 million shortfall next year, an idea to allow students from other districts t...
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Fun-filled ‘Fest
More than 400 members of the Oakley community visited Freedom High School last week for the inaugural Falcon Festival, where guests participated in a variety of activities showcasing Freedom’s man...
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Meeting set to discuss Rosewood
Discovery Builders will host a community meeting regarding the Rosewood Estates housing development on Monday, March 8. The Rosewood Estates is a proposed 76-home project in development for severa...
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Pittsburg gives Freedom its day in court
Pittsburg’s boys tennis team beat Freedom 5-4 in the league opener at Freedom last week. On the plus side, the Falcons’ unseasoned players are gaining valuable match experience, according to Freed...
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