How Did Coronavirus Affect Bankruptcy Filings In Albany Area?

Bankruptcy filings were down in Alameda County last year, but experts expect them to surge in coming years.

How Reliable Is Your California Electric Supplier?

See how well utility providers in the Albany area and across CA serve local customers.

One Employer Gives Vaccination Incentive, Bonus Pay

Best Buy is offering a vaccine benefit and paying out special "sick leave" time off for hourly workers who get vaccinated for coronavirus.

Art Gallery upholds its mission despite restrictions

The Abrams Claghorn Art Gallery is staying true to its ideals despite the restrictions presented by Covid-19.

Apply by March 15: Grants to Prevent Waste

StopWaste is offering grant funding to businesses and nonprofits, up to $20,000 per project to prevent waste and benefit the community.

Local Businesses Receive $5,000 CARES Grants

Nearly 2,000 Alameda County businesses received the grants, a lifeline as they struggle to survive coronavirus restrictions.

Apple's Emeryville Store Temporarily Closed

As holiday shopping approaches the finish line, Apple has abruptly closed all California stores.

Free Coffee For Front-Line Workers At Starbucks In Albany

Starbucks will offer free coffee for all front-line workers through the end of 2020.

How To Avoid Black Friday Scams In Albany

Consumers in Albany can take steps to lessen the chance of falling victim to a scam.

Albany Small Businesses: Apply Now for $5K Grant

Alameda County is providing $5,000 grants to small businesses, but you only have until Nov. 30 to apply.

Online Grocer Expands To Albany

The online grocer’s expansion to Alameda and Contra Costa counties doubles its Bay Area reach.

Emeryville Companies Score Federal Coronavirus Contracts

Companies in Emeryville, Berkeley and around the East Bay received millions from the government to help combat the coronavirus pandemic

Emeryville GNC Store Closing For Good Due To Pandemic

The chain filed for bankruptcy and announced plans to close 27 California stores, and up to 1,200 across the country.

Albany Target Stores Raising Minimum Wage For All Employees

More one-time bonuses are planned at stores and distribution centers.

Emeryville AMC Movie Theater May Remain Closed Permanently

The movie theater chain said Wednesday it may not survive the coronavirus pandemic.

Victoria’s Secret Closing 250 Stores; See Locations Near Albany

Parent company L Brands also announced it plans to close 50 Bath & Body Works locations in the United States and Canada.

Nordstrom Announces 16 Permanent Store Closures

Nordstrom temporarily closed all stores in March because of the coronavirus pandemic, including the Nordstrom Rack in Emeryville.

Albany Local Business Guide: What’s Open or Closed in Town

We asked local businesses to update their status and created a handy guide from their responses.

Albany Businesses: Open or Closed? Let Your Customers Know

We're publishing a simple Open-or-Closed Directory for Albany Businesses. Here's how to get listed.

CVS Waiving Delivery Fees For Meds: Locations In Albany, Nearby

CVS Pharmacies will waive charges for the home delivery of prescription meds amid precautions regarding the new coronavirus.

Most Supermarkets Earn 'F' For Food Recall Response: Watchdog

Just 4 supermarkets earned passing grades, according to the non-profit Public Interest Research Group (PIRG).

3 Emeryville Companies Named Finalists For Innovation Awards

Bolt Threads​, Perfect Day​, and Zymergen​ have been named as finalists for East Bay Innovation Awards.

Apply Now For Albany Census Job: $25 Per Hour

The U.S. Census Bureau is hiring thousands of temporary workers in Alameda County and elsewhere for the 2020 head count.

CVS Accused Of Not Complying With CA Recycling Law In Emeryville

CalRecycle filed a $3.6-million enforcement action against CVS involving 81 stores, including Emeryville.

Sprouts, Safeway: Thanksgiving Grocery Store Hours In Albany

Find out when time will run out to pick up last-minute Thanksgiving items from Lucky, Target in the Albany area.

Bay Area Electric Vehicle Discounts Available Now

Three funding opportunities are available now to help bring down the costs of buying or leasing a clean vehicle in the Bay Area.

Emeryville: Fastest Growing Private Bay Area Companies

The 2019 list compiled by San Francisco Business Times varies from carpentry to cleaning services to tech solutions.

Spirit Halloween Store Planned In Emeryville, Open In Berkeley

Here are the local 2019 store locations, along with a link to a 20 percent off coupon or coupon code.

Emeryville Company Named Among Fastest Growing In Nation

American business magazine Inc. recently released its annual guide to the 5,000 fastest-growing privately held companies in the U.S.

Albany-Backed Solar Discount Available For 3 Months

The discount can be used with selected companies. You may also get an electric or hydrogen car discount.

Albany Brewery Serving Suds To Benefit Fire Victims

The money generated from the sales of Resilience Butte County Proud IPA will go to helping those who lost so much during the Camp Fire.

$195K Settlement Reached With Restaurants Over Carbon Dioxide

"Releases of carbon dioxide have resulted in past fatalities and a lack of training...regarding carbon dioxide is a threat to the public."

$7.4 Million Settlement: Target Settles Claim

The retail chain is paying-up over the company's handling and disposal of retail hazardous waste,

Freebie Alert: It's Free Cone Day At Ben & Jerry's, Bay Area

Get your Chunk Monkey on with Free Cone Day at Ben & Jerry's Today from noon to 8 p.m. at Bay Area shops.

CA Gas Prices Expected To Be The Highest In Years

Demand is soaring. Combined with seasonal price pressures, your gas bill is expected to climb through summer.

$174 Million: BART Savings For Switching To Renewable Energy

BART is purchasing wind and solar energy at a fixed price for 20 years - and saving a fortune.

Amazon Opens Pick-Up Store in Berkeley

If same-day shipping isn't fast enough for you, drop by the new brick-and-morter store.

Best Restaurants For Salads In Albany 2017

Interested in trying a new place? These restaurants may not have "salad" in their names, but they get great reviews from diners.

Rate Increase, Surcharage, Billing Changes On Your Next PG&E Bill

The 2.1 percent rate increase for electric transmission follows other increases in January and August.

East Bay Andronico's Stores Among Chain's Sale To Safeway

All five Andronico's Community Markets are being sold to the supermarket giant, which said it will keep alive the shops' "local heritage."