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Published August 29Taking Your Business to the Next Level
Calling all small businesses in West Contra Costa! This workshop will connect local small business owners to business resources to grow your business. Join us on Sept 22, 2026, from 10 AM - 1 PM Berkeley County Club 7901 Cutting Blvd, El Cerrito
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Published August 28Piper Road (Bethel Island) Culvert Repair Work
Public Works will replace a culvert on Piper Rd approx. 500 feet north of the intersection with Gateway Rd, starting Mon., 8/31 - Wed., 9/30/26, from 7:00 am - 5:00 pm, Mon.-Fri. Drivers should expect up to 10 minute delays through the work zone.
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Published August 28Free Vaccination & Microchip Clinic on Oct.4 in Martinez
CCAS and Joybound are teaming up to host a free vaccination and microchip clinic on October 4th at our Martinez shelter.
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Published August 27Contra Costa County Fish and Wildlife Committee Accepting Applications
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Published August 26Pinole Creek Bank Erosion Repair Work
Public Works will repair erosion along Pinole Creek between Henry Ave and I-80 on Mon., 8/31 - Fri., 10/23/26, from 7:00 am - 5:00 pm, Mon. - Fri. (excl. holidays). Pinole Creek Trail will be closed near the work zone. Drivers can expect minimal delays.
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Published August 262026 Contra Costa County Block Party
Thanks for attending this year’s 2026 County Block Party, in collaboration with Supervisor Ken Carlson and the City of Pleasant Hill.
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Published August 25Crockett and Port Costa Road Work
Public Works will repave various residential roads in Crockett and Port Costa starting Mon., 8/31 - Wed., 11/25/26, from 7:00 am - 5:00 pm, Mon.- Fri. Traffic control will be used. Expect delays through the work zone and consider alternate routes.
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Published August 24Richmond Fire Suspect Charged with Four Counts of Murder
Martinez, California – The Contra Costa County District Attorney's Office filed an amended complaint on August 24th against a Richmond man accused of setting a house fire that killed four family members.
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Published August 24Vasco Road Corridor Safety Improvement Study Report
Public Works has completed a corridor safety and improvements study on the portion of Vasco Rd located between Marsh Creek Rd and the County line. We are requesting the public review the final draft of the report and provide feedback by Tuesday, 9/15/26.
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Published August 20Countywide Guardrail Upgrades Phase II Project
Public Works will begin construction of the Countywide Guardrail Upgrades Phase II project on Mon., 8/24 - Tues., 11/17/26, from 8:00 am - 4:00 pm, Mon.-Fri., in various locations throughout the county. Expect delays up to 10 minutes through work zones.
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Published August 19Traffic Signal Activation at Mt. Diablo Scenic Blvd & Diablo Rd
Public Works has completed the installation of a new traffic signal at the intersection of Mt. Diablo Scenic Boulevard and Diablo Road/Blackhawk Road. The traffic signal was activated and in full operation on Tuesday, August 11, 2026.
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Published August 19(Updated) Blackhawk Road Pavement Repair Work
Public Works will perform pavement repair work on Blackhawk Rd, between Magee Ranch Rd and east of Oakridge Ln, on Mon., 8/31 - Thur., 9/17/26, from 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m., Mon. - Thur. Expect up to 15 minute delays due to traffic control/lane closures.