Drive-Thru Ice Cream Social In Pinole

The Recreation Department will reopen the Senior Center, Tiny Tots & Youth Center facilities June 15 for limited in-person activities.

Chase Opens New Branch In Hercules Shopping Center

"We’re thrilled to open our beautiful branch in vibrant Hercules, as part of the new shopping center right in the heart of town."

Pinole-Hercules Area Bankruptcy Filings Slowed Amid 2020 Pandemic

Here's how the pandemic affected bankruptcies in Contra Costa County. Experts warn of a likely surge in coming years.

How Reliable Is Your California Power Provider?

See how well power providers in the Pinole-Hercules area and across CA serve local customers.

Pinole Best Buy Employees Get Vaccine Incentive, Bonus Pay

Best Buy is giving employees a "gratitude bonus" and paying out special "sick leave" for hourly workers who get vaccinated for coronavirus.

COVID: Lawsuit By Hercules Restaurant, Other Businesses On Hold

As California passes 2 million confirmed cases of coronavirus and hospitals are swamped, a lawsuit over reopening is delayed.

Free Coffee For Front-Line Workers At Pinole, Hercules Starbucks

“We want to show our deep gratitude for those who support and protect us every day with a small gesture of kindness and a cup of coffee.”

How To Avoid Black Friday Scams In Pinole, Hercules

Consumers in Pinole and Hercules can take steps to lessen the chance of falling victim to a scam.

Pinole, Hercules Businesses Of The Year: Nominate Your Favorite

Help us shine a spotlight on your favorite local business. Nominate them as a Pinole or Hercules Business of the Year.

Safeway Reaches Settlement Over Alleged Hand Sanitizer Gouging

The company will pay about $81,000 in penalties and $62,000 in restitution for the alleged price gouging that began after the pandemic.

Refinery Smoke Sends Smoke Over East Bay

The Chevron Richmond Refinery said flaring activity "due to an upset at a process unit."

These Pinole-Hercules Companies Got The Biggest PPP Loans

More than 87,000 California companies received loans, according to data released this week. See how Pinole and Hercules businesses fared.

Hercules Company Scores Federal Coronavirus Contract

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

Pinole Target Store Raising Minimum Wage For All Employees

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

Food Truck Owners: Apply Now To Operate At Rest Stops

With restaurants closed because of coronavirus health orders, the food trucks are selling meals to truckers. Here's the link...

Local Business Lucy's Cleaning Services Needs Your Support

Learn how Lucy's Cleaning Services in El Sobrante is faring during the coronavirus and what you can do to support them during this time.

Pinole, Hercules Local Business Guide: What’s Open or Closed

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

New Grocery Store Hours For First Responders, Healthcare Workers

The idea came from first responders due to the impact of coronavirus on their schedules.

Pinole, Hercules Businesses: Open or Closed?

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

CVS Waiving Delivery Fees For Meds: Locations In Pinole

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

Safeway Opening New Hercules Store, Renovating 20 Others

Supermarket chain Safeway is opening a new location in Hercules this year, one of four new stores set to open in the region.

Cheap Flu Shots, Free Health Screenings At Richmond Walmart

Visit Walmart Saturday from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. for giveaways, wellness demos, free health screenings, and low-cost flu-shots.

Free Starbucks In Pinole: How To Score Your Cup

Patrons can get a free tall espresso drink at certain Starbucks locations as part of the company's "pop-up parties" promotion.

Apply Now For Pinole, Hercules Census Job: $25 Per Hour

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

CVS Accused Of Not Complying With CA Recycling Law In Pinole

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

Sprouts, Safeway: Thanksgiving Grocery Store Hours

Find out when time will run out to pick up last-minute Thanksgiving items from Trader Joe's, Grocery Outlet in Pinole and Hercules area.

Power Outage Hits Hercules

The outage is impacting more than 1,000 customers.

PG&E Power Shutoff Canceled In Contra Costa County

The shutoff had been scheduled to begin on Wednesday.

Fastest Growing Private East Bay Companies

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

Power Fully Restored In Pinole | All Schools Open Friday

Did you have food spoil? Check your homeowners insurance policy.

Pushed Back: Pinole Power Shutoff

Pinole is on the list of Contra Costa County cities expected to have power shut off. See a map of the potential impact area.

PG&E To Shut Off Power To Nearly 50k Customers In North Bay, Sierra

The counties that will be affected are Butte, Napa, Nevada, Placer, Plumas, Sonoma and Yuba.

Spirit Halloween Store Open In Pinole

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

East Bay Companies 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.

Pinole-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.

Pinole Applebee's Raises Money To Fight Childhood Cancer

Drop into Applebee's to help Alex's Lemonade Stand Foundation.

Deli Owner's 'Send Her Back' Promotion Backfires On Social Media

The East Bay deli owner gave away free side dishes to customers who repeated President Trump's comment, but online reviewers swiftly react.

Free Slurpees At Pinole 7-Eleven Store: When To Get Them

7-Eleven will give away free Slurpees during specific hours. There are also $1 deals on other items and ways to keep the free drinks coming.

Fortune 500: Hercules Company Makes 2019 Secondary List

This company is climbing closer to a Top 500 ranking of the top companies in the U.S. Here's a link to openings at the company.

PG&E Reports Power Outage Near Point Pinole

Workers are trying to restore electricity.