Recent Posts

Niners ugly 31-17 loss to Arizona further dims playoffs outlook

BY DANIEL GLUSKOTER The 49ers came out flat against a decimated Arizona team and were never able to recover, falling 31-17 to the Cardinals Sunday afternoon. The loss further damaged the already precarious position the Niners (3-5) had created for themselves in their uphill battle to make the NFC playoffs …

Read More »

Clothing and Accessories You Need for Fishing

BY KAYLA BEIRNE Going out on the water without proper footwear is almost as bad as forgetting your fishing pole. Here are the clothing and accessories you need for fishing. Fishing gear goes beyond rods, reels, and tackle. You’re not ready to go until you have the right garb on. …

Read More »

Grizzlies comeback hands Warriors first loss 104-101 in OT

BY DANIEL GLUSKOTER Ja Morant and the Memphis Grizzlies rebounded from an early 19 point deficit to hand the Warriors their first loss of the season, 104-101 Thursday evening at Chase Center. Golden State raced out to a 39-20 lead early in the second quarter, but sloppy play leading to …

Read More »

Obituary: Nina Louise Sparacino (1918-2021)

On the rainy morning of October 21, 2021, our beloved “Auntie Nina” went to join her family in heaven. She lived through more history than any of us could ever imagine. She experienced WWI and WWII, not to mention the Korean, Vietnam, Desert Storm and Gulf Wars. She lost her …

Read More »

What To Know About Riding a Class 3 E-Bike

BY KAYLA BEIRNE Class 3 e-bikes offer pedal assistance up to 28 mph. With this increased speed come more responsibilities. We go over what you’ll need to know. Cyclists know that their best is never enough. Bicycle engineers feel the same way. To further improve upon the electric bicycle, designers …

Read More »

Martinez, A Nostalgic Kind of Place

BY STEPHANIE RICKMAN There is a subtle magic that happens when crossing the threshold beneath the old train trestle at Alhambra Avenue in Martinez, CA. Standing tall, on long bronze legs of steel, the bridge is a rusty reminder of generations past when Gold Miners made their way to the …

Read More »

Lindsey Buckingham Goes His Own Way on eponymous new album

BY KARYN A. POKLETAR Former Fleetwood Mac guitarist Lindsey Buckingham is back with his eighth solo LP. The songwriter has returned, following a litany of personal challenges: open heart surgery, a divorce after 21 years of marriage and exile from the Mac mother ship with the self-titled Lindsey Buckingham. Buckingham …

Read More »

Side Hustle! Unique Side Dishes for Your Thanksgiving Feast

BY DEBRA J. MORRIS This Thanksgiving, take a break from your traditional recipes and change it up with some new and interesting side dishes to serve with the big bird. Yes, it’s nice to enjoy favorite dishes that have been handed down through the generations for this special day, but …

Read More »

Meals on Wheels Seeks Volunteers to help Deliver Grocery Bags

At 66, Dianne never imagined she would depend on others to do her grocery shopping. Walking is difficult for her, which makes going to the supermarket challenging, and because she lives on a fixed income, she faces yet another obstacle to obtaining healthy food. “I didn’t plan on my life …

Read More »

Travel Essentials for Your Winter Vacation

BY KAYLA BEIRNE The holidays are the perfect time to take a fun trip in the snow with friends and family. Explore the travel essentials you’ll need for your winter vacation. Winter holidays are coming up fast, and it’s the perfect time to plan your seasonal vacation. However, deciding what …

Read More »