3 things to do in Richmond this week
Highlights include: Masquers is hosting a new comedy about a Hollywood homecoming and there’s a new art exhibit exploring memory.
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‘Something I’m meant to do.’ How family inspired one Richmonder to embrace a life of service
From Pogo Park to Friends of the Richmond Greenway, Abigail Montejo is all about helping her Richmond neighbors — a value instilled by her immigrant parents.
Suspect arrested in hit-and-run that killed 81-year-old Richmond man
Don Mack, 66, of Richmond was arrested on Sunday in connection with the death of Rafael Delago, who was in a crosswalk when he was hit.
Richmond pledged $750K for an East Bay public bank. Berkeley voters to decide its fate
Berkeley voters will decide the Measure Z parcel tax in November. Supporters say it will invest in worthy local causes, but opponents think it’s unfair for residents to foot most of the costs.
City
Flock’s pitch to police: Be like Richmond and Oakland
While Richmond’s city council was split on extending its Flock contract, the company handbook characterizes the city as embracing the technology.
Community
4 things to know — Richmond port holds open house
Also: NIAD launches online fashion show auction; San Pablo holds sales tax information sessions.
SCHOOLS
‘This is a lifeline.’ Contra Costa College opens expanded basic needs center for students
The Compass Center’s new location has more space for centralized services, a larger food pantry and clothing and housing and transportation resources.
Jerusalem Coffee House taking a break to prep legal defense, a fire shuts down Walnut Creek lunch spot and more closures
A running list of restaurants that have recently closed in Berkeley, Oakland, Richmond, and beyond.
Public safety
Richmond man, 81, killed in hit-and-run at 23rd Street
Rafael Delgado was struck by a vehicle that left the scene, family members said, after he left the Bahia de Jiquilisco restaurant on Aug. 23.
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