David Keith Gregory, 73, lovingly known as Dave, passed away on February 20, 2024. He was born on December 14, 1950, in Pasadena, California to the amazing Dr. Jack A. Gregory and Gloria “Anne” Gregory. Dave proudly served in the Army for 2 years. After his military service, he pursued …
Read More »DNA helps solve 35-year-old cold case in Tilden Regional Park
The East Bay Regional Park District Police Department announced today that DNA evidence has conclusively identified the murderer in a 35-year-old case that took place in Tilden Regional Park. Evidence collected from Jon Lipari, who died by suicide in Oregon in November 2024, was linked to the victim Maria Weidhofer. …
Read More »Obituary: Marie Ramona Anaya (1944-2025)
Aug. 14, 1944 – Jan. 27, 2025 Marie Ramona Anaya of Martinez, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother and sister, passed peacefully on Jan. 27, 2025, at the age of 80. Marie loved spending time with family, especially her grandchildren. She loved watching her grandchildren play sports where she met many …
Read More »Congressman DeSaulnier Named Top Dem on Ethics Committee
Congressman Mark DeSaulnier (CA-10) announced that he has been appointed to serve as the Ranking Member of the House Committee on Ethics for the 119th Congress by Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries. “I am honored to be named Ranking Member of the House Ethics Committee and grateful to Leader Jeffries for …
Read More »Skateboarding photo exhibit at the Museum of San Ramon Valley
A new exhibit of photographs by Jeff Heyman, an Orinda-based photographer, opens Wednesday, February 5, 2025, at the Museum of the San Ramon Valley in Danville. Montevideo: Skateboarding History in the San Ramon Valley is an exhibit of rare skateboarding photographs from the summer of 1976. In these vivid black …
Read More »Blood Oranges and chocolate a combo guaranteed to satisfy
BY DEBRA J. MORRIS The cold winter months are here and with them comes delicious California citrus. There are many varieties at your local farmers market that you won’t find at the grocery store, and they’re brought to you fresh from the orchards of the farmers who grew them. You’ll …
Read More »Obituary: Wayne Lee Thallander (1954-2024)
Wayne Lee Thallander filled hearts and minds as a high school teacher, basketball coach and beloved friend. A talented photographer, he filled frames with inimitable panache, capturing vibrant sports action shots and the joy of social events. Wayne was a familiar figure on the sidelines of Central Valley sporting events, …
Read More »Unraveling the annual holiday concern – Sweet Potatoes vs Yams
BY DEBRA J. MORRIS With Thanksgiving just around the corner, you’re probably thinking about picking up some delicious sweet potatoes, and there’s no better place to find the best than at your local farmers’ market. But did you know that yams and sweet potatoes are not the same thing? You’re …
Read More »Obituary: Carrie Lehman-Wilson (1962-2024)
Carrie Dianne Lehman-Wilson passed away unexpectedly on Tuesday, July 30th after a long battle with her health. She touched many lives with her kindness and compassion. Born in Walnut Creek California to Robert and Claire Lehman, Carrie was the youngest of 4 siblings (older brother bruce, and twin sisters Cathy …
Read More »Historic Photo Collection of Park Landscapes Released
BY FLORA CSONTOS The East Bay Regional Park District has just unveiled the Martin J. Cooney “Park Landscapes” online photo collection. This digital photo exhibit debuts a rare gathering of beautiful, nostalgic images that capture parkland and open space views of the East Bay from 1965 to 1981. At that …
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