Vallejo Symphony Orchestra is set to kick off its 2018-19 season on Oct. 14, and the star appears to be Ludwig van Beethoven. Three of the composer’s “Lenore” overtures from his opera “Fidelio” will be performed at all of VSO’s concerts this season. However, Beethoven will not be the only musician showcased by the VSO […]
BAS encourages audiences to ‘walk this way’ for musical production of ‘Young Frankenstein’
It’s alive! It’s alive! At least it will be alive soon, “it” being Bay Area Stage’s production of “Young Frankenstein: The Musical,” which opens Friday, Oct. 12 and promises to be more fun than a roll in the hay. The 2007 musical is an adaptation of Mel Brooks’ 1974 spoof of 1930s Universal horror films, […]
Officials, candidates decry campaign calls
As election season shifts further into gear, several Benicians have reported receiving calls purporting to be surveys about the City Council election while asking questions reportedly putting one of its candidates in a negative light. One person who reported hearing the call was Vice Mayor Steve Young, who detailed his experiences with a recent call […]
Council to vote on adopting downtown design guidelines
Following 12 months of discussion at various commissions, amendments to the Downtown Historic Conservation Plan’s (DHCP) design guidelines will go before the Benicia City Council for adoption at Tuesday’s meeting. In Sept. 2017, the council approved an agreement with the State Office of Historic Preservation for a $40,000 Certified Local Government Grant to update the […]
Five school board candidates speak at LWV forum
School safety, mental health and district budgeting were among the topics addressed by prospective school board trustees at Wednesday’s candidate’s forum at the Benicia Public Library. As part of its efforts to ensure a more informed voting populace, Benicia’s League of Women Voters hosted a forum with the five candidates in the Dona Benicia […]
Benicia Fashion Runway celebrates 10 years
Benicia’s mini-Met Gala is back for its 10th year, as designers from around the world— including several associated with the Lifetime series “Project Runway”— descend upon Benicia for the annual Benicia Fashion Runway this weekend. The event will be an opportunity to showcase the newest trends in high-end fashion while supporting a local business and […]
Missing woman last seen in Martinez
Residents in the Martinez-Benicia area are asked to assist with any information in the whereabouts of a Benicia graduate who has been missing since last week. Sidney Avant, 24, was last seen at the Amtrak station in Martinez on Monday, Sept. 17. According to a Facebook post by her father Robert that was shared to […]
Liberty High rolling out new internship program
Liberty High School is in the process of implementing a new internship program for its students. New Principal Kimberly Lewis provided an update on the process at Thursday’s school board meeting. Lewis’ presentation was introduced by Dr. Leslie Beatson, assistant superintendent of educational services, who said the district has been exploring new opportunities for students […]
Incumbent school board president seeking another term
As the only incumbent in the school board race, Board President Diane Ferrucci is looking to continue her experience not only on the school board but also her extensive education background. “I am well-qualified to continue in my position as a board member, having served multiple facets of education,” she said. “I’ve been a teacher, […]
Renowned local musicians join forces for Benicia Historical Museum concert
The Benicia Historical Museum will be bringing two highly accomplished Bay Area musicians together for an intimate concert next week. Peppino D’Agostino and Carlos Reyes will be bringing their unique styles together for what promises to be a very special evening for music lovers. D’Agostino, born in Sicily but residing in Benicia since the ‘80s, […]