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Mission Local
Published September 18(Sub)Urban Alchemy: Safe-streets nonprofit ventures into San Francisco’s Westside
The nonprofit started patrolling a small stretch of the Outer Richmond in mid-August. So far, its ambassadors largely appear to be moving homeless people along. (Sub)Urban Alchemy: Safe-streets nonprofit ventures into San Francisco’s Westside
Alameda Post
Published September 17Girl Scouts Earn Badges at the California Historical Radio Society
The California Historical Radio Society (CHRS) is inviting Girl Scouts to dive into the world of radio, storytelling, and media through a lineup of hands-on badge programs. CHRS Marketing Assistant Malena McCloud shares the exciting local collaboration and invites Girl Scouts to…
Mission Local
Published September 17Six months in, Tenderloin’s new anti-violence program has a lot to show for it
The Tenderloin's first youth violence prevention center has been open for six months - here's its success thus far. Six months in, Tenderloin’s new anti-violence program has a lot to show for it
Mission Local
Published September 16Yes sir, Steve Kerr: Dubs coach visits Viz Valley Middle School
Warriors coach Steve Kerr makes visit to Visitation Valley Middle School after company does day of community service there. Yes sir, Steve Kerr: Dubs coach visits Viz Valley Middle School
East Bay Express
Published September 15Oakland students fight sex trafficking with their voices
Dream Youth Clinic occupies a small, gray building in Oakland right off I-980. Colorful murals and a spattering of posters cover its interior, creating a space that welcomes youth affected by sex trafficking. “We try to make young people feel reflected in the posters,” says…
Richmondside
Published September 15A new clinic is helping Richmond immigrants navigate the legal complexities of asylum
A new clinic is helping Richmond immigrants navigate the legal complexities of asylum Two Berkeley nonprofits started a pilot project this year to fill a crucial service gap for refugees and newcomers who've survived violence.
Alameda Post
Published September 15What Would a Totally Climate-Friendly Alameda Look Like?
Alameda is making strides towards a climate-friendly future with emission reduction, tree canopy cover, and proper waste sorting for landfill diversion. Joyce Mercado encourages readers to continue their efforts as we build a greener city. Photo by Richard Bangert.
Oakland Post (Post News Group)
Published September 14Nuna Phillips-McKee Celebrates 100 Years: ‘A Century of Faith, Family and God’s Amazing Grace!’
OAKLAND POST — Nuna’s life has been one of Christian service. A longtime member of Wings of Love Maranatha Ministries, now Incredible Church, she serves as director of Community Services and is actively involved in the church’s Food Ministries. The post Nuna Phillips-McKee…
Oakland Post (Post News Group)
Published September 14NBA All-Star Damian Lillard Returns Home for 15th Annual Backpack Giveaway
OAKLAND POST — “I know what it is to grow up here and be here in Oakland,” shared Lillard. “I do feel like it’s my responsibility to be present and supportive and be a resource and be an example for the kids and right now as somebody from Oakland that’s well positioned, with a…
Oakland Post (Post News Group)
Published September 14Richmond Tiny House Village Farm & Garden Set to Open Gates on Sept. 26
OAKLAND POST — “It’s going to be a real celebration of hope and what we can do together when we come together to do something to care for the least of us,” Hindman said. “The grand opening program is youth-led, so that will be, and the ribbon cutting will be youth-led, so it’s…
Oakland Post (Post News Group)
Published September 14Community Feedback at Chevron Richmond Town Halls Drives Changes
OAKLAND POST — Over the past two years, public input has produced changes across transparency, communication, safety, and local funding. To improve transparency, Chevron Richmond expanded public air monitoring access with downloadable records and quarterly reports, updated their…
Alameda Post
Published September 12Milo is Just Plain Fun!
"At just over a year old, Milo is still young enough to approach life with the enthusiasm of a kid discovering everything for the first time. This sweet Black Mouth Cur mix loves to play, loves his people, and has a goofy personality that is hard not to smile at."