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East Bay Regional Parks encourages residents to celebrate 'Green Friday'

Nov 27, 2024 | richmondstandard.com | Kathy Chouteau

By Kathy ChouteauEast Bay Regional Parks is turning Black Friday green with a sweet deal and a friendly reminder that there’s a regional park close to community members on “Green Friday” and every day of the year. There are 73 East Bay Regional Parks in Contra Costa and Alameda Counties, and for the 10th year, the East Bay Regional Parks District is encouraging people to enjoy the outdoors on Green Friday instead of wading through crowds at shopping centers.
Pinole appoints new police chief

Nov 27, 2024 | richmondstandard.com | Kathy Chouteau

By Kathy ChouteauMelissa Klawuhn has been appointed as the City of Pinole’s new police chief. Chief Klawuhn was described by the city as a 23-year veteran and innovative leader with “operational expertise, financial acumen and a commitment to community engagement to her new role.”Leading up to Chief Klawuhn’s appointment, Pinole’s city manager sought input from community members and stakeholders through public forums, surveys and a community interview panel.
Richmond Fire and Police Toy Program ushers in the season of giving

Nov 25, 2024 | richmondstandard.com | Kathy Chouteau

By Kathy ChouteauThe Richmond Fire and Police Toy Program is making the season merry for 600 families in need thanks to toy, bike and program donations from the greater community. Families have already preregistered for the program, however donations are still needed leading up to the event on Dec. 21 at a location disclosed to the pre-registrants. “Your support of our annual toy drive makes a real difference for children and families in Richmond,” said the Richmond Police Department on Facebook.
Chevron’s ROP graduates set their sights on the future - Richmond Standard

Nov 22, 2024 | richmondstandard.com | Kathy Chouteau

By Kathy ChouteauUncertain about what he wanted to do with his career, Angel Ramirez signed up for the Regional Occupational Program (ROP) at Chevron Richmond. Eighteen weeks later, he not only sees a bright future ahead of him, but also a renewed drive to “Get up and want to become something better every day.”On Thursday, Nov.
Richmond small business grants available for those suffering COVID impact

Nov 21, 2024 | richmondstandard.com | Kathy Chouteau

By Kathy ChouteauIt’s no secret that COVID-19 cast a widespread blow to local businesses. A new grant opportunity for small business owners in Richmond aims to alleviate some of that residual pandemic pain. The City of Richmond’s ARPA Business Support Grant Program, run by the Renaissance Center with an application period of now through Jan. 20, is offering grants from $5,000 to $10,000 to support the “stability, capacity building and growth” of small businesses.
Bank of America grants $200K to Richmond housing nonprofit

Nov 20, 2024 | richmondstandard.com | Mike Aldax

Richmond Neighborhood Housing Services, Inc. (RNHS) was one of two Bay Area nonprofits awarded a $200,000 grant over two years from Bank of America’s Neighborhood Builders program. RNHS has provided housing services to Richmond residents since 1981. The organization develops, acquires, and/or rehabilitates single family homes and housing developments in blighted or vacant lots in order to make them available as affordable homes for rent or purchase to low-income families.
SF Chronicle sings praises of Johnny Boi Smash Burger

Nov 20, 2024 | richmondstandard.com | Kathy Chouteau

By Kathy ChouteauJohnny Boi Smash Burger in Point Richmond is winning fans across the Bay Area due, in part, to being chosen as one of “Three worthwhile new burger spots in the region” by the San Francisco Chronicle.
San Pablo cuts the ribbon on new pocket park

Nov 17, 2024 | richmondstandard.com | Kathy Chouteau

By Kathy ChouteauSan Pablo officials joined community members Thursday, Nov. 14 at the city’s newest park, “Happy Friday Park—In Honor of Jorge Rueda” to cut the ribbon and officially open it. Located in the heart of a San Pablo neighborhood at 1701 Bush Avenue (at 17th St.), the city transformed a dilapidated corner lot into a small-but-mighty park throughout the late summer and early fall of 2024.
Students honor Ruby Bridges on ‘Walk to School Day’

Nov 14, 2024 | richmondstandard.com | Kathy Chouteau

By Kathy ChouteauSixty-four years ago today, six-year-old Ruby Bridges walked into William Frantz Elementary School in New Orleans and took her place in the history books, becoming the first African American child to attend the formerly all-white school amid a tense period of desegregation.
Richmond Art Center Holiday Arts Festival returns for 62nd year

Nov 12, 2024 | richmondstandard.com | Kathy Chouteau

By Kathy ChouteauHoliday elves are readying their creations for the Richmond Art Center’s (RAC) Annual Holiday Arts Festival—six decades running—set for Sunday, Dec. 8 from 10-4 p.m.“In its 62nd year, the festival continues to be all about art as an experience for all to explore, make and purchase affordably through featuring local artisans and free art-making activities,” according to the RAC.