The musical lives of Point Richmond’s Susie Davis: Accordionist, piano teacher, Sheila E keyboardist
From performing with the likes of the late Prince or Mick Jagger to giving lessons to local kids, Susie Davis has stories to tell.
Swimmers have rare, terrifying encounter with Blondie the sea lion near Albany Bulb
Attacks by sea lions are extremely uncommon in the bay. The incident comes amid a rise in domoic acid poisoning on the California coast, which can lead to odd and aggressive behavior.
7 things to do in Richmond this week
Highlights: Beaufunk headlines final Music on the Main concert of the summer, California Coastal Cleanup Day brings volunteers to Richmond shorelines, a chance to spruce up the Miraflores Greenbelt.
Richmond’s crisis team has been 5 years in the making. Here’s how its first 120 days went
ROCK, founded in 2021 as an alternative to sending police, has answered an average of 119 calls a month since March — just a fraction of the total.
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New mental health center in Richmond will be first in county
While the Brookside Mental Health Rehabilitation Center will offer much-needed care for severely ill patients closer to home, some question whether an institution is the best solution.
A new clinic is helping Richmond immigrants navigate the legal complexities of asylum
Two Berkeley nonprofits started a pilot project this year to fill a crucial service gap for refugees and newcomers who’ve survived violence.
5 things to know — CalKIDS launches Scholarship Month, mayoral debates, transit forum
Also: Two debates are set for Richmond’s mayoral candidates; a West County Forum luncheon tackles AC Transit and BART issues; the local food bank receives $50,000.
Cal Fire cancels prescribed Angel Island burns due to air quality
Controlled fires for Wednesday and Thursday were called off after Tuesday’s smoky skies. A heat advisory is in effect until Thursday night.
9 things to do in Richmond this week
Highlights include: Fiestas Patrias Parade marches through Richmond; NIAD fashion on the runway; 50th Solano Stroll.
4 things to know — Chevron cancer report meeting; it’s time for COVID vaccines
Also: High Holy Days schedule announced, and there are openings on county Fish and Wildlife Commission.
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