Galen Kusic, Editor Congressman Mike Thompson appeared at a Benicia Town Hall meeting held at the Benicia Senior Center on Monday, March 18. The event was privately sponsored by the Carquinez Patriotic Resistance, Progressive Democrats of Benicia and Indivisible Vallejo-Benicia. Thompson, the Chairman of the House Violence Prevention Task Force, fielded questions ranging from gun […]
Hiking back in time: 33 mortars, Prospect tunnel and the birthing chair
By Richard DeGraffenreid Welcome back to a monthly column focused on local day hiking destinations, that with a little imagination, will take you back in time to when our local Native Americans lived in a Garden of Eden we now call home. For more hiking ideas, go to www.eastbayhillpeople.com and read the “Travelogue Blog” tab. […]
Early bird pricing available for Benicia Arsenal F.C. fall recreational program
BENICIA — Benicia Arsenal F.C.’s recreational program is an ideal entry point for players who want to learn about soccer in a supportive team environment, play with friends, and have some fun. Research shows that kids who participate in recreational activities have increased self-esteem, improved reasoning skills, and are better able to comply with rules […]
Cal Maritime students protest potential removal of murals from training ship
Galen Kusic, Editor California State University Maritime Academy has a long history, especially aboard the institution’s training vessel, the Training Ship Golden Bear. Students take voyages on the training vessel around the world each summer, gaining valuable sailing experience to prepare for life as a maritime professional. To commemorate many of these voyages, murals have […]
Benicia Community Action Council: A one stop shop to help those in need
Galen Kusic, Editor The Benicia Community Action Council continues to positively impact lives by helping those in need. “You know we’re busy,” said Executive Director Viola Robertson, who has run the non-profit since 1980. “It’s like a one-stop shop.” The CAC features a beautiful commercial kitchen downstairs, where fresh meals are cooked five times a […]
Benicia Middle School Innovative Grants Fundraiser, “Shamrocks & Shenanigans” March 15
BENICIA — The Benicia Middle School PTSA is working hard to expand outlets for students to learn and experience new avenues of education through the “Shamrocks & Shenanigans” event on March 15. In true St. Patrick’s Day style, the “Shamrocks & Shenanigans” event will feature Irish-themed food, specialty-crafted brews and drinks (sponsored by Benicia Brüehol), […]
$3 million settlement reached between community group and Valero Benicia Refinery
Settlement package includes multiple air monitoring and water management projects BENICIA – The Good Neighbor Steering Committee (GNSC), a well-known local environmental group, and the Valero Benicia Refinery have reached an agreement that requires Valero to spend up to three million dollars on air monitoring, water conservation, and other environmentally beneficial projects. Valero will fund […]
Visit Benicia Photo Contest winners announced
Galen Kusic, Editor This year’s Visit Benicia Photo Contest ran all of 2018, as photographers of all backgrounds and experience levels were encouraged to enter their striking digital images, showcasing the Benicia experience. During the last photo contest in 2016, there were a total of 177 entries. In the 2018 contest, the entries nearly doubled […]
Arata Fine Art Gallery joins the flourishing downtown Benicia art scene
Galen Kusic, Editor The Benicia art scene continues to grow with the opening of Arata Fine Art Gallery at 637 First St. which is owned and operated by Geraldine “Geri” Arata Pruett and John Pruett. The gallery relocated from San Francisco and officially opened its doors on Nov. 24 of last year, but held its […]
Rio Vista Police Chief, Commander, subject of federal civil rights lawsuit
Galen Kusic, Editor News broke at the Rio Vista City Council meeting Tue. that Rio Vista Police Chief Dan Dailey is under investigation by the City through two separate investigation firms for a multitude of serious accusations and complaints received from department officers, Rio Vista citizens and visitors. Rio Vista citizens came out in force to […]