The Advantages of Home Warranties
by Jennifer Stojanovich, Better Homes Realty As a homeowner, ensuring that your property remains in top condition is a priority. One way to safeguard your investment and provide peace of…
Crockett Retailers Mostly Owned by Women
by Norma Black, President, Crockett Chamber of Commerce and Rosemary Liden Crockett a Bay Area hidden hamlet of 3,574 residents, more endearingly referred to as Sugartown, is home to the…
State Mandates Affordable Housing Zoning Change
The city is subject to a state mandate that requires us to rezone 20 acres for affordable housing in what the state calls “High Resource” areas. The directive was one…
Concord Awards $5 Million To Organizations For Homeless Plan
The Concord City Council on Oct. 22 approved the allocation of $5 million to six local organizations for the implementation of the strategies contained in the Homeless Strategic Plan that…
Understanding Credit Utilization
Credit utilization refers to the percentage of available credit that you’re using across credit cards and additional lines of credit. This is determined by the balances shown in your credit…
Clayton Watch Launches Website
At the Clayton City Council meeting on July 16, resident Gary Hood announced that Clayton Watch has formed a Political Action Committee (PAC) and has launched a new website, claytonwatch.org.Clayton…
Election Security: 2-Step Verification? Try 48-Steps
Security is layered into every aspect of Contra Costa County’s elections and local officials take many steps – 48 steps to be exact – to protect our vote. The Contra…
Local Former Secret Service Reveals Agency Missteps in Trump Shooting
By David King Nearly three weeks have passed since the assassination attempt against former President Trump at a Pennsylvania rally, and there are many questions left unanswered. The Secret Service…
Secret Service: Assassin or Just Trying to Impress a Girl?
By Eric Enos, former Secret Service Eric Enos of Concord was a former Secret Service agent for 11 years. It is protection that most people think of when they think…
Heartfelt Gratitude From France, ‘Thank You Papa Jake’
Papa Jake Larson, Martinez, was virtually a forgotten veteran up until 2019, when he decided to attend the 75th D-Day Celebration in Normandy to pay homage to his comrades who…
Journey-man’s Journal: All Aboard for a Staycation
By Lisa Bonnington As I was planning a special occasion for my sweetheart, I stumbled upon a unique staycation, which I am now affectionally referring to as a train-cation right…
Clayton Valley Charter High School Salutes Class of 2023
For Flip page view Class of 2023 Class of 2023 Graduation Congratulations to the Class of 2023! Graduation Commencement – 7 PM at the Concord Pavilion, 2000 Kirker Pass Road,…