Discovery Bay
Cherries are ripe for the picking in Brentwood. Due to inclement weather, the cherry harvest isn’t as bountiful as in years past. If you want to participate in U-Pick, take advantage of the three-day weekend to pick the best berries.
Cheery pickers invade cherry orchards
There are cherries, and then there are Brentwood cherries. Only a Brentwood cherry can draw an instant smile from that very first bite. As your teeth mash the cherry’s firm, glossy skin, a rush of ...
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The Byron Mural, located on the side of the Marin Food building on Bryon Highway, was recently completed.<br>Photo by Samie Hartley
Talk About Town: May 23
From the rumor mill: Word on the street is that a certain former Byron Union School Board member who jumped ship – or in this case, his seat – on the Byron board to pursue a vice principalship ...
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Leo Club gets ready to roar
The Discovery Bay Lions Club, known for its agenda of civic service, local events and fundraising opportunities, will soon be expanding its reach to include one of the fastest-growing segments of t...
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East County Cop Log: May 23
A sampling of recent law enforcement activity reported by East County police departments. BRENTWOOD May 2, 9:39 a.m. An unidentified person forced entry into a business on Sand Creek Road and st...
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Cowgirls and Indians
The Byron Delta Lions hosts its annual Cowgirls and Indians fundraiser Saturday, June 8 from 5 to 10 p.m. at DeLuna Ranch, 7540 Balfour Road in Brentwood. The event features a cowgirl fashion show ...
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Adopt a pet
Pets aren’t for everyone, but if you decide to welcome a furry friend into your life, consider adopting a cat or dog from a local animal rescue. Several pet rescues are located right here in East C...
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The Bristow Middle School journalism class visited The Press this week to get an up close and personal look at the news business.
Talk About Town: May 16
Just in case Brentwood residents weren’t proud enough of their seventh – yep, count ’em: seventh – award as a Kaboom! Playful City , this year the city can boast another honor: receiving more li...
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ROP students excel in East County
When the Contra Costa County Office of Education recently honored standout students who participate in the Regional Occupation Program (ROP), East County schools were well represented. Of the 40 se...
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East County Cop Log: May 16
A sampling of recent law enforcement activity reported by East County police departments. BRENTWOOD April 23, 11:38 a.m. A subject caught stealing clothing valued at $230 from a business on Lone...
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Shelley Mueller, seen with her dog Macey, is the owner of Paws-itively Pets, a full-scale professional pet sitting company that serves much of East County.<br>Photo courtesy of Shelly Mueller
Pet sitter becomes animals’ new best friend
Shelley Mueller admits animals sometimes get in the way of her social life. But as the owner of Paws-itively Pets, a thriving pet sitting company, she wouldn’t have it any other way. “My love of an...
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