So This Happened…Week of Jan. 25-31
CONTRA COSTA COUNTY—What could have ended in tragedy turned into a triumph for the Clayton community after a 9-year-old went missing on Jan. 28.
More than 200 neighbors got out their flashlights to find the boy, who was returned safely to his parents after three hours. He said he had planned to find a friend in Dana Hills.
“I’ve never seen that kind of response to anything in Clayton, ever,” said Sgt. Rich Enea. “The community really stepped up.” Read the full story.
Progress against the coronavirus: Contra Costa County has vaccinated more than 93,000 residents, with those 75 and older given priority. Meanwhile, the county returned to the Purple Tier after the state lifted the Stay-At-Home order. With residents venturing out to once again dine outdoors at local restaurants, the county health officer urged continued vigilance to social distancing. “Under no circumstances should anyone view the state action as a reason to let down their guard,” Dr. Chris Farnitano said.
Protecting the peregrines: The Castle Rock formation overlooking Diablo Foothills Regional Park near Walnut Creek is closed to the public through July 31 for the peregrine falcon nesting season. “If disturbed, they can fail to mate or abandon their nests,” says Ned MacKay of the East Bay Regional Park District. Read the full story.
More stories
Here are some other stories the Pioneer covered in the last week:
Track pet behavior to work out neighborhood disputes.
Be ready to prune and feed roses before Valentine’s Day.
Travis Credit Union offering free financial education webinars in February.
Spiff up home décor to make the new year bright.
City of Concord seeks applicants for boards, commissions.
Apply for a paid internship with Contra Costa’s Tobacco Prevention program.
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