If it's recordings of traditional or roots music you have a hankering for, Down Home Music in El Cerrito may be the place to go. Patch stopped by to ask recommendations for those in the mood to celebrate St. Patrick's Day.
A West County "birthday party" is planned for Saturday at the El Sobrante Library.
The El Cerrito Police Blotter for March 8-10 includes the capture of two men after a homeowner interrupted a burglary attempt. In another incident last weekend, police responded to a burglary in progress, but the thieves fled before officers arrived.
Stop by to meet some of our editors and pick up some cool Patchy swag while enjoying the festivities this Saturday and Sunday.
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We're not really sure what to call these short columns or cylinders keeping company with a long green hedge, but we do know they can be found in El Cerrito or Kensington. Be first to tell us where in the comments below and win a prize.
Yes, it's possible to influence your teen even when he or she is being rebellious or inconsistent. Here's how an expert on adolescence approaches issues with his own children.
The Bay Area Rapid Transit District reported 15-minute delays due to a power failure in Berkeley this morning.
The Patch guide to the best Irish potables, Irish music, Irish food and general St. Paddy's Day celebrating in town and nearby.
Yes, you lost an hour of sleep last night. The clocks sprung forward for spring at 2 a.m on Sunday, March 10.
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Some residents are asking what's up with the construction equipment, traffic cones and smashed-up pavement in the confusing, accident-prone stretch of Potrero Avenue where traffic gets on and exits Interstate 80.
The El Cerrito Police Blotter for March 5-7 includes five home burglaries, including four in one day. Four suspects kicked in the front door in one case. A 51-year-old woman was arrested with counterfeit money at Safeway, and another Honda was stolen.
Daylight Saving Time begins this Sunday, March 10.
Help raise funds for the Special Olympics and get to know your local police officers at the same time.
"We just wanted to show our support," a spokesman for the locally owned chain said.
How animals should be cared for during a disaster will be the focus of a Disaster Preparedness talk put on by Kensington Public Safety Council.
A special committee of Kensington's governing board is seeking to spread the word and get public feedback on plans and funding needs for fixing up the Community Center (Youth Hut). The group's next meeting is tonight, March 7.
Police unions are offering a $10,000 reward in connection with the case.