East County sends SOS to Sacramento
Some held rallies in the morning. Others waited until the afternoon. But the message was still the same: S.O.S. – Save Our Schools.
Library enters Green Zone
The Oakley library has joined a growing effort to help people live their lives while protecting the planet at the same time. The library recently established its new Green Zone, a special section ...
Oakley Cop Log: Feb. 23 to Feb. 28 Feb. 23 – A vehicle accident with property damage occurred on East Cypress Road at Main Street. Feb. 24 – On West Cypress Road at Mellowood Drive, a subject was found in possession of narcotic...
Peterson Studios welcomes artists, community The Oakley City Council recently approved its Downtown Specific Plan, which is designed to revitalize the city’s lackluster center by giving it a much-needed face lift that will make downtown Oakl...
Youth tennis league Kids 5 to 13 can learn tennis and enjoy a little competitive play in an introductory tennis program at an affordable price that doesn’t require club membership. The Oakley Youth Tennis League at t...
Buchanan backs tax hike extension The sales and income tax hikes passed by the state legislature last year to help reduce California’s budget deficit should be extended for several more years, Assemblywoman Joan Buchanan told 20 p...
A day for special Olympians The night before the big game, James Andrade got a haircut, tried on his new jersey and practiced his hook shot. The preparation paid off. “I made a basket,” said James, 21. “It was a good day.” I...
Oakley YMCA set to close; playground still in the works The Delta Family YMCA in Oakley will be closing its doors at the end of the month, but plans for a Special Kids all-abilities playground at the O’Hara Avenue site remain intact. “We’re sorry to ...
Relay – cause for celebration No matter where or when a Relay For Life event takes place, it always starts the same way. People dressed in purple shirts linked arms wearing big smiles and wave to the crowd of hundreds as they ...
‘More students’ budget idea flunks Of the budget cuts still on the table to help the Liberty Union High School District ( LUHSD ) meet its projected $3.8 million shortfall next year, an idea to allow students from other districts t...
