German Occupation of theNetherlands May 1940 – May 1945(Part 5: Hunger Winter)
by nell Fleihmann Nell Fleihmann, Oakland, is 103 years old and is the mother of Jack Fleihmann of Concord. She is one of a very few people still alive to…
Walnut Creek Aquanuts Win at Junior Nationals & Pan American Championships
by David King and Jamie Qualk The Walnut Creek Aquanuts (WCA) Artistic Swimming Team made waves on two continents this spring, earning top honors at both international and national competitions.…
Fire Up Father’s Day Weekend at the 18th King of the County BBQ & Music Festival
Photos by Thomas Rimpel and Martinez Chamber of Commerce from 2025 Get ready for three days of incredible BBQ, live music, family fun, and community celebration as the King of…
Pearl Harbor Survivor “Chuck” Kohler Honored at National Memorial Day Concert in Washington DC
Pearl Harbor Survivor, Earl “Chuck” Kohler was not present for this year’s Memorial Day Ceremony held at the Grove Park in Clayton like he usually is. He was in Washington…
A Bright Future: Next Steps for the Concord Naval Weapons Station
by Laura Nakamura, Concord Mayor Concord is a community built on a foundation of hard work, beautiful open landscapes, and the promise of a vibrant future. There is nothing more…