Oakley
Hundreds of teachers, parents and students in East County participated in the Stand Up For Schools demonstration last Thursday.<br>
<i>Photo by Arturo Michel</i> 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.
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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 ...
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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...
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Peterson Studios, owned by Lynn and Alan Peterson left, will make its debut next weekend with Let in the Light, an exhibition showcasing the talent of local artists.<br> <i>Photo by Samie Hartley</i> 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...
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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...
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State Assemblywoman Joan Buchanan discusses the issues at a pancake breakfast in Oakley Saturday.<br><i>Photo by Dave Roberts</i> 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...
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James Andrade, in red, brought his family to cheer him on at the recent county Special Olympics held at Freedom High School.<br><i>Photo by Ruth Roberts</i> 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...
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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 ...
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Cancer survivors take to the track during last year’s Relay For Life in Brentwood.<br><i>Press file photo</i> 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 ...
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‘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...
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