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Wings of Freedom World War II bombers invite public to fly
Wings of Freedom World War II bombers the B17 and B24 and a shiny silver P-51 have arrived in the San Francisco Bay Area and not only open the planes on the tarmac to the public but take visitors into the air.
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Furry Pet Faire in Concord on Saturday
The Concord Senior Center and the Contra Costa Humane Society invite animal lovers of all ages to attend the Furry Pet Faire on Saturday, May 18 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Baldwin Park on Parkside Drive in Concord, near the dog park.
100th day of the hunger strike at Guantanamo Bay
Reportedly over 130 prisoners at Guantanamo Bay have entered the 100th day of the hunger strike protesting their infinite detention.
Outstanding Mt. Diablo school district employees honored at 'Academy Awards'
Outstanding Mt. Diablo school district employees will be honored during an "Academy Awards" event Friday organized by the teachers' union.
The Zoning Administrator's meeting is set for 9 a.m. Wednesday, May 22, in the council chamber of the Civic Center.
Catalytic Converter Thieves Hitting Concord Businesses & Homes
Within the last day, we've had reports of two catalytic converter thefts at the Sunvalley Mall in Concord, and two in the Crossings neighborhood, also in Concord, near Cowell & Ygnacio.
Music and Market starts its 25th season at Concord's Todos Santos Plaza on May 23
Todos Santos Plaza will once again be a hub for the public to gather and enjoy live music of many genres, from country, Zydeco to reggae and rock.
Concord/Clayton police report: Women arrested on suspicion of theft...
Police arrested three people on suspicion of possession of a controlled substance, including a Dublin man, 27, at an undisclosed time at Camino Estrada and Sepulveda Court; and a Concord man, 20, at 1:13 a.m. at Ellis and Laguna Street.
Contra Costa small-business honorees: 'We just work'
Enterprising spirits of 14 small business entrepreneurs were honored at the 13th annual Contra Costa Small Business Award Luncheon where event host Contra Costa Council marked 2013 as a year when retro trades and high-tech industries came together.
Stepping up to do right by the environment: More than 1,000 sign up for 'Sustainability Challenge'
If one Contra Costa County home gardener fights "peach curl" with enviro-safe fungicide once a year, a tree is saved.
Official: 'fighting chance' for 2013 bridge open
The new $6.3 billion eastern portion of the San Francisco-Oakland Bay Bridge still "has a fighting chance" to open this year, despite concerns over structural issues, officials overseeing its construction said Tuesday.
Oakland: Siblings sentenced to 10 months in prison for making fake IDs
A brother-and sister duo have been sentenced to 10 months in prison for conspiracy to create and sell false identification documents in Contra Costa and Marin counties, United States Attorney Melinda Haag announced in a news release Tuesday.
Concord's Buchanan Field home to Young Eagles program offering free flights for youths
Should DUI Alcohol Limit Be Lowered To 0.05 Percent?
One drink could be the standard for drunken driving - at least for some people if the National Transporation Safety Board has its way.
Who's Hiring in Concord: Young's; Sunvalley Mall; Honda; Claim Jumper
For those seeking work in Concord - or those who are looking for a new job, or even a second job - here's a list of local job openings.
Who's Hiring in Martinez: Taekwondo Instructors; Workers' Comp; Petrol Inspector
For those seeking work in Martinez - or those who are looking for a new job, or even a second job - here's a list of local job openings.
Stolen Cows Located & Returned
The lawn decorations were rented from a local company called Greetings by the Yard as a surprise for a birthday.
Antioch Man Shot By Concord Police Identified
From Bay City News: A man fatally shot by Concord police who were in Antioch working a drug case Friday night has been identified as Charles Burns, according to the Contra Costa County coroner's office.
WCS' Revamped Wholesale Unit Ready to Go
WCS Lending, Boca Raton, Fla., has revamped its wholesale lending channel, moving the majority of the staff to new offices in Concord, Calif., with updated policies, procedures and products in place.
Mt. Diablo H.S. Threat; City Jobs; Fair Discounts; Dome Over
Security Threat at Mount Diablo High: Parents Asked To Collect Children. Mount Diablo High School evacuated due to a security threat, according to staff.