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Antioch Animal Services rescue ‘scruffy' dog stuck in canal
(KRON) — A good Samaritan in Antioch called about a stray dog who “got stuck in the canal,” Antioch Animal Services said on Thursday. Animal services said that for almost two weeks, a pair of “scruffies” had been running around in the vicinity of the Twin Creeks Apartments on James Donlon Boulevard in Antioch. Despite […]
Handel's ice cream shop opens first location in Bay Area
WALNUT CREEK, Calif. (KRON) — A national ice cream chain is opening its first location in the Bay Area. Handel’s Homemade Ice Cream officially opened on Thursday, April 25 in downtown Walnut Creek. Handel’s newest shop is located at 1273 Locust St. It is open every day from 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. “We chose […]
Benicia vintage store joins international 'Free Blockbuster' movement
If you're sick of scrolling through streaming services to find a movie to watch on your couch, the North Bay might be your next destination.Thomas Brungardt and Tony Bernasconi, owners of the a vintage store in Benicia called the Traveling Museum, recently took their huge selection of VHS tapes and DVDs and launched the town's first ever Free Blockbuster - similar to a community lending library box, but with movies instead of books. Since then, the old newspaper box - painted in Blockbuster's iconic blue and yellow colors - has quickly become the hottest ticket in town. "As a...
Concord’s Got Talent 50 and Better Talent Show seeks performers
CONCORD, CA (Apr. 25, 2024) — Concord Senior Center’s second annual 50 and better talent show returns May 18. This funny, clever, and musical show will entertain people of all ages. Concord’s Got Talent provides the 50 & Better community and their families with the ideal opportunity to...
Free Mom’s Day Boutique returns this Sunday to Hilton Concord
Shoppers can pamper themselves and buy gifts for all the moms on their shopping list from 50 local vendors. The Boutique is open from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. with free admission and free parking at the Hilton. The free indoor fair allows shoppers to get special gifts for all...
Get your garden on at these beautiful Clayton homes
CLAYTON, CA (Apr. 24, 2024) — The 32nd Clayton Gardens Tour promises a captivating array of five distinct gardens, each offering its own unique charm and beauty. The Clayton Historical Society’s highly anticipated 32nd event takes place Friday and Saturday, May 17-18. The society is currently seeking volunteers...
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