Prune your flowers now to extend blooming season
During August, there is an opportunity to get one more blast of flowers out of
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Amid heatwave, more power outages possible, cooling centers open in Contra Costa
CONTRA COSTA COUNTY—As temperatures continue to soar across the State of California, demand for energy
Concord Farmers Market returns to Todos Santos Aug. 18
The Concord Farmers Market is returning to Todos Santos Plaza starting Tuesday, Aug. 18. The
Walnut Creek’s Castle Rock back open for superb climbing
Peregrine falcon nesting season is over, so the Castle Rock formations within Mount Diablo State
Orinda troupe offers online evening of mystery and murder
The Orinda Starlight Village Players encourages audience participation via Zoom for the new theatrical creation
Book Review: Shrewd observers will see the roots of ‘Vinegar Girl’
“Vinegar Girl” by Anne Tyler is a classic story of a father-daughter conflict. The father,
As East Bay Park attendance surges, district seeks your help with online survey
Oakland, CA — The East Bay Regional Park District (EBRPD) has experienced an unprecedented surge
15 Easy East Bay bike trails for kids – Lafayette Reservoir to Fremont’s Coyote Hills
A reader whose 6-year-old daughter just learned to ride a bicycle asked me for a
Hire a qualified home inspector and save the drama for housewarming party
Whether you are buying or selling, the last thing you want is an unwelcome surprise
Happy trails: Top 10 East Bay hikes with awesome views
Last time the column was about regional parks with shady trails for hot summer days.