Paul Moser passed away peacefully on August 23, 2025. He was 101 years old. His keen wit and clever repartee stayed with him to the end. Paul was born in Montana and moved to Pittsburg, California in 1932. He graduated from Pittsburg High and lettered in 4 sports. He often …
Read More »Boz Scaggs Announces First New Album in Seven Years
Sometimes, an unexpected detour leads you right where you belong. For legendary vocalist and guitarist Boz Scaggs, that journey has resulted in Detour, a captivating and deeply personal exploration of the Great American Songbook, and his first new studio album in seven years. Set for release on October 17th, Detour …
Read More »Obituary: Kara Kimber-Brown (1962-2025)
Kara Kimber-Brown, 63, passed away on August 15, 2025, in Martinez, California. Born on August 7, 1962, in Kansas City, Kansas, Kara lived a vibrant and full life marked by creativity, compassion, and an enduring love for her family and community. Kara’s early years were spent moving through various grade …
Read More »Valkyries trounce Liberty 66-58 to move closer to playoff berth
BY DANIEL GLUSKOTER The Valkyries moved closer to becoming the WNBA’s first expansion team to reach the playoffs with a dominating 66-58 win over the New York Liberty Tuesday night at Chase Center. Golden State raced out to a 24 point lead mid way thru the third period before the …
Read More »Giants walk off Cubs behind Adames and Lee to sweep series
BY RICK PORCARO Jung Hoo Lee’s walk-off single with one out in the ninth inning scored Christian Koss with the winning run as the Giants scored a 4-3 win over the Chicago Cubs to finish off a three game sweep of the NL Wild Card leaders Thursday afternoon. Willy Adames …
Read More »Park District Acquires 82 Acres of Pt. Molate Shore in Richmond
The East Bay Regional Park District has acquired 82 acres at Point Molate on the Point San Pablo Peninsula in Richmond, ensuring the shoreline property will be permanently preserved. The land was purchased from the Guidiville Rancheria of California, a federally recognized Indian tribe, for $40 million. “This is a …
Read More »Valkyries second half swoon against Atlanta stalls playoff push
BY HELEN LAME’ Stepping up the competition in a possible playoff preview, the Valkyries came up short in the second half against the Eastern Conference leading Atlanta Dream, falling 79-63 at Chase Center Sunday night. Golden State and Atlanta traded baskets in a low scoring first half, going into the …
Read More »Park Dist. obtains 140 Acres for Future Deer Valley Regional Park
The East Bay Regional Park District (Park District) is pleased to announce the acquisition of 140 acres adjacent to Deer Valley Regional Park in partnership with the East Contra Costa County Habitat Conservancy (Conservancy). The property is located in eastern unincorporated Contra Costa County south of Antioch and southwest of …
Read More »Obituary: Frank John Pitto Sr. (1939-2025)
Frank John Pitto Sr., 86, of Dixon, California, passed away peacefully on July 16, 2025, surrounded by his family and friends. Born in San Francisco, California, to Josephine and Anthony Pitto, Frank was a devoted husband, father, and grandfather. He is survived by his wife, Donna Pitto; his son Frankie …
Read More »Obituary: Diane Kalas (1932-2025)
With deep love and sorrow, we share that our cherished mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, great-great-grandmother, sister, and dear friend, Diane Kalas, passed away peacefully on June 24, 2025, in Peoria, Arizona. In March, Diane suffered a broken hip and, as always, met the challenges that followed with resilience, humor, and grace. …
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