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On Wednesday evening, July 6, the Martinez Community Swim Team (MCST) Otters took on the Pleasant Hill “Dolfins” in a first-ever meeting between these two local teams. Top scorers for the Otter girls included Lizzy Atencio (17), Bella Wilhite (6), Adelina Purewal (7), Briar Cue (7) and Ava Hansen (6). …

By DAVID SCHOLZ Martinez Tribune MARTINEZ, Calif. – The structural steel skeleton for a new high school is again rising on a Martinez site where 108 years ago the old Alhambra High School once stood. The project is back on track and moving full speed ahead after delays put the …

Firefighters rescued two dogs, a cat and a snake from a residential fire in the 1200 block of Plaza Drive Sunday evening, July 10, 2016. According to ConFire officials, the fire started outside after smoking materials were discarded. The blaze spread to the attic of the home, causing an estimated …

By DAVID SCHOLZ Martinez Tribune MARTINEZ, Calif. – An introduction into the ins and outs of operating drones will be the focus of one of three talks that are on tap at the Martinez Public Library as July rolls on and attentions turn to August. Alvin Alejandro, owner and operator …

MARTINEZ, Calif. – On Saturday, June 25, the Martinez Community Swim Team (MCST) Otters took on the Hercules Piranhas at Rankin Aquatic Center. The Otters demonstrated their competitive spirit, with both the boys and girls beating the Piranhas and achieving almost 200 “pop times” (a personal best time in a …

Male Athletes of the Year Josh Abraham, Senior Josh Abraham has been playing at the varsity level in two sports since he was a sophomore, and contributing big. He caught a staff of upperclassmen as a sophomore on a team that reached a North Coast Section final, and has played …

By DAVID SCHOLZ Martinez Tribune MARTINEZ, Calif. – Investigation into the erroneous euthanization of an already-adopted dog last month is nearly complete. As Contra Costa Animal Control Services wraps up its probe, new procedures may be part of the findings. “We are going to work hard to ensure this never …

By DAVID SCHOLZ Martinez Tribune The initial step for new facilities is underway as Contra Costa County officials are now awaiting information from prospective firms that wish to take on upwards of two different future projects for the County. A two- to three-week review process by a committee will then …

Thousands of onlookers came to Main Street in downtown Martinez to enjoy the July 4th parade last Monday. Parade entries varied from walking groups to cars and floats, though one thing was constant – patriotism and appreciation of independence. (MARK FIERNER / Martinez Tribune)

By DANNY YOEONO Martinez Tribune MARTINEZ, Calif. – A brush fire broke out Wednesday afternoon near Rankin Park in downtown Martinez, threatening several residences. The fire was first reported at 3:51 p.m. in the 100 block of Buckley Street, and climbed its way up the Alhambra Hills for several hours, …