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Jury foreman says life or death decision unfair
They were 12 ordinary citizens who didn't oppose the death penalty. But unlike spectators outside the courthouse who followed the case like a daytime soap opera and jumped to demand Jodi Arias' execution, the jurors faced a decision that was wrenching and real, with implications that could haunt them forever. Comment?
Pleasant Hill 'eyesore' in line for upgrades
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Music store furniture sits on the parking lot in front of a vacant building on the corner of Contra Costa Blvd. Comment?
Carondelet wins NCS lacrosse championship
Cali Castagnola scored the game-winning goal late in the first overtime period to help lift Carondelet High School to a 9-7 win over host Amador Valley in the final of the North Coast Section Division I girls lacrosse championship on Friday night. Comment?
Richmond: Pony found wandering Iron Triangle
Authorities are looking for the owner of a pony that was found munching on a bush in a front yard in the city's Iron Triangle neighborhood early Wednesday. Comment?
The following are shortened versions of recent East Bay restaurant reviews that garnered * * 1 2 or more stars. Comment?
Concord woman arrested on suspicion of arson for 4-acre brush fire near Martinez
A Concord woman was arrested Sunday evening on suspicion of arson after police say she used a lighter to set fire to a hillside that in turn sparked a four-acre burn. Comment?
East Bay athletes of the week for Thursday, May 16
THE STAT LINE: Martinez fired a one-hitter with 12 strikeouts and no walks as the Colts defeated Washington 5-0. The only hit allowed was a bunt single in the fourth inning. Comment?
The Zoning Administrator's meeting is set for 9 a.m. Wednesday, May 22, in the council chamber of the Civic Center. Comment?
Roadshow: I-580 widening to add toll lanes
Q I know you've written about the construction that's beginning again on Interstate 580 in Livermore, Dublin, and Pleasanton, but there seems to be much more going on than just the addition of a westbound carpool lane. Comment?
Barnidge: Every month is Bicycle Month in California
If there was any doubt about the ubiquity of bicycles in California, it was put to rest this month. Comment?
Morris: What to do with unwanted pets
DEAR JOAN: I volunteer for an East Bay rescue group and answer the phone line. There are daily calls from people desperate to rehome their cats, sometimes for reasons not especially heart-wrenching but often for the same reason given by Gina, in her letter addressing surrender fees. Comment?
Inquest held into Oakland man's death after being Tased at Martinez jail
A Contra Costa County inquest jury opined Friday that an Oakland's man death at County Jail in Martinez was accidental, but the man's family thinks it was the result of excessive force and is planning to sue. Comment?
Parents want Martinez school district to reduce pesticide use
A group of concerned parents is urging the Martinez Unified School District to limit the use of potentially harmful pesticides on landscaping and inside classrooms. Comment?
Pets and Wildlife Calendar: May 11 and beyond
Adopt A Rescued Rabbit: Contra Costa Rabbit Rescue and Contra Costa County Animal Services will have rescued rabbits available for adoption from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. May 11 at Petco, 1170 Arnold Drive, Martinez. Comment?
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. Comment?
Contra Costa supervisors: Pittsburg fire station to close in July
Less than six months after shutting down three central county fire stations and reducing service in Clayton, the troubled Contra Costa County Fire Protection District will close yet another station, this time in East County. Comment?
Review: Martinez's Barrel Aged serves fine comfort food
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If "Three's Company" had been set in the East Bay, Jack, Chrissy and Janet would've hung out at Barrel Aged. Comment?
'Sensei' woodcarver passes his expertise to the next generation
With his twinkling eyes, gray beard and generous heart, there's a kind Gepetto-like quality that is apparent in Martinez woodcarver Jim Marieiro. Comment?
Parking likely to cost more in downtown Martinez this summer
New credit card-enabled parking meters and a rate increase are in store for people who park in downtown Martinez. Comment?
Good Neighbors by Faith Barnidge: Honor mothers, other needy elders...
Mother's Day honors mothers. Trouble is, some mothers don't have family to honor them or even provide for them as they age. Comment?