Charitable giving and holiday shopping go and in hand
We love this time of year at the aRt Cottage! It’s time for our 9th Annual Unique Boutique, which runs from November 3rd through December 23rd. Mask up and join…
THANKSGIVING NO-NOS
By Ruby, The Zipper Nose Doberman It’s tempting to get caught up in Thanksgiving holiday cheer and indulge your dog by fixing them their own special Thanksgiving feast from the…
Theo needs a home
Theo is a 4-month-old husky puppy who has had a really tough start. This poor guy was hit by a car and suffered multiple injuries. His right elbow was luxated…
Janine Durette named new park president for Six Flags Discovery Kingdom
VALLEJO, Calif. – Six Flags Discovery Kingdom announced the appointment of Janine Durette as its new park president. Durette will also oversee operations for the Hurricane Harbor Concord waterpark. Durette…
Senior Scam Seminar
By Assemblymember Tim Grayson I hope you’ll join me one week from today for a Virtual Senior Scam Stopper. I’ll be joined by representatives from the Contractors State License Board,…
Remembering John Jawad’s Pioneer Inn in Downtown Clayton
Here’s an old matchbook from John Jawad’s Pioneer Inn, which was located in Downtown Clayton. Before it was John Jawad’s Pioneer Inn, it was named Chubby Humble’s Pioneer Inn. (photos…
EMOTIONAL HEALTH: Overcome Covid-19 restrictions to enjoy Holiday gatherings
By Dr. Holly Holmes-Meredith, D. Min., MFT, Board Certified Clinical Bill Yarborough, CHT and Certified EFT Practitioner Are you wondering how the Covid-19 pandemic will impact your holiday plans? Will…
How to buy a home that isn’t for sale
By Jennifer Stojanovich, Realtor, Better Homes Realty Demand is high in today’s real estate market. With record-low interest rates and a shortage of inventory, we’re in a seller’s market. That…
County Health retightens Covid-19 restrictions
Contra Costa County health officials have tightened restrictions on business openings and public gatherings due to a marked increase in COVID-19 cases and hospitalizations. Contra Costa had entered the orange…
What Next?
By Edi Birsan, Concord City Councilmember Edibirsan@gmail.com With local elections determined, we need to look at what is next. Concord saw the two incumbents as well as all in Pleasant…
A Quest for the Best: Concord’s Taco Trail Delivers
By Elaine Schroth, CEO & President, Visit Concord Since the Taco Trail made its debut in September, things haven’t been quite the same in Concord. News of our tasty taco…
Brighten your holidays at the Garden of d’Lights
Holiday attractions will certainly be limited this year due to Covid. One exhibit that will delight the entire family returns for its second year. Beginning November 20th, Ruth Bancroft Garden…