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Dr. Kyla Johnson Trammell Among San Francisco Business Times’ 100 Most Influential Women 2023
Dr. Kyla Johnson Trammell, superintendent of the Oakland Unified School District, was among the distinguished list of professional and outstanding…
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Pop-up Vaccination Clinic at St. Andrews Presbyterian Church
There will be free flu vaccines for the public at the St Andrew Presbyterian Church, located at 101 Donahue Street…
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Long Food Lines in Richmond as Residents Endure Rising Costs
In the last eight months, the Food Bank of Contra Costa and Solano has seen demand for its services increase…
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Want a Cheap Thrill? Fleet Week Pancakes Aboard Red Oak Victory
The Red Oak Victory Ship is located at 1337 Canal Blvd. in Richmond. Regular tickets are $5 for children age…
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El Sobrante Stroll Returns with Parade, Vendors and More
The 28th annual incarnation of the event—which typically brings out about 20,000 people—kicked off with a parade with marching bands…
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Oakland Post: Week of October 4 – 10, 2023
The printed Weekly Edition of the Oakland Post: Week of October 4 - 10, 2023 The post Oakland Post: Week…
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Free Hazardous Waste, Mattress Drop-Off Event Coming to Richmond
Residents of West Contra Costa County are encouraged to take advantage of a free one-day household hazardous waste and mattress…
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Special Stage Events, Activities for Children at Oakland’s Black-Eyed Pea Festival
The 8th Annual Black-Eyed Pea Festival, held on the front lawn of Oakland Technical High School, is offering a change…
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Giving is a Manifestation of the Heart
Under the warm rays of the sun, Stanley “Mista” Cox orchestrated his annual back-to-school backpack giveaway at the 44th and…
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Mayor Sheng Thao, City Leaders Announce New Grant Program to Revitalize Business Along City’s Commercial Corridors
Oakland Mayor Sheng Thao joined city leaders and community partners to announce the launch of a new events sponsorship program…
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Mayor Sheng Thao Declares ‘Boogaloo Dance Day’ Honoring Oakland’s Street Dance Legacy
Nearly six decades ago, African American youths on the streets of Oakland gave birth to an innovative dance culture that…
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Richmond Tennis Player Wins Thriller at SF City Championships
Fernando Ramos of Richmond showcased his commitment to tennis, ultimately emerging as the champion in the highly competitive 3.0 Men’s…
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A Happy Birthday to Stockton’s Mrs. Fannie Walker, 93
The six sons of Mrs. Fannie Walker, who turned 93, on Sept.22, wish her the happiest of birthdays and hope…
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COMMENTARY: I Have a Dream? MLK Jr. Said We’re Owed a Check, Too.
I wasn’t at the 60th commemoration of the March on Washington. But I was at the 50th in 2013, right…
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Community Healing Festival on October 7
A Community Healing Festival, hosted by the Main City Peoples Plan, will be held on Saturday, Oct. 7, from 11:00…
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Oakland PAL Athletes Win at International Children’s Games in South Korea
Kids with the Oakland PAL, or Oakland Police Activities League, brought home four medals in track & field at the…
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Latinx Heritage Celebration at Fairyland
Join us for Fairyland’s Latinx Heritage Celebration in the park on Saturday, Sept. 30 and Sunday, Oct. 1 for a…
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People’s Republic of China Celebrates 74th Anniversary: Expression of Hope that China – U.S. Friendship and Prosperity Will Continue to Grow
Chinese Consul General Zhang Jianmin hosted a reception to celebrate the 74th anniversary of the founding of the People's Republic…
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Negro Leagues Baseball Museum to Induct Pitchers Mike Norris, Vida Blue
Mike Norris and the late Vida Blue, baseball legends who are also both known for supporting youth athletes in the…
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Memorial to Honor Pedie Perez on Anniversary of Fatal Officer-Involved Shooting
The memorial, taking place at 3322 Cutting Blvd., will bring together members of the Perez family with local police, city…
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Oakland Post: Week of September 27 – October 3, 2023
The printed Weekly Edition of the Oakland Post: Week of September 27 - October 3, 2023 The post Oakland Post:…
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