Support Capitol concerts We have a cultural advantage in Benicia with the beautiful State Capitol building. Benicia has many historical landmarks that are unique in the Bay Area. We need to emphasize the value of these rare, important structures. It is imperative to continue the Quartet Musical event that provides enjoyment for Benicians and many […]
Cancer survivor to run in Relay for Life
There is only so much strife a person can handle. Most would give up after being told their liver has failed, and later they would be diagnosed with breast cancer. Rosemary Droszcz did not surrender to the situation life presented her. She endured and will be participating in Vallejo’s Relay for Life on Saturday. Droszcz’s […]
Second annual Bark for Life event seeking volunteers
Last August, the American Cancer Society held its first Bark For Life event at Benicia Middle School, in which dog owners walked with their canines to raise money toward benefiting cancer research. The event was a success, having raised thousands of dollars. As one would expect, the event will be held again this year, and […]
Bark For Life: Walking with paws for a good cause
As runners were taking part in the annual Relay for Life at Benicia Middle School to raise money for the American Cancer Society, a new concurrent event was working toward the same goal. The difference: the participants had two extra legs and long tails. Between 40 and 50 people attended the American Cancer Society’s first […]
Relay for Life auto, cook-off winners announced
Tim and Laurie Merrill took Best in Show at Saturday’s Relay for Life car show and chili cook-off for their classic Chrysler Hot Rod, pictured above. Benicia City Treasurer Ken Paulk won second place for his Texas style chile recipe, close behind Denis Keary, who took first place in both the people’s choice category and […]
It may be Friday, but ‘Don’t Fry,’ ACS urges
When the American Cancer Society declared Friday “Don’t Fry Day,” it wasn’t talking about cooking food in oil. Instead, the organization is encouraging people to protect themselves and their children from harmful rays from the sun, said Terry Baldwin, chairperson of the Benicia Relay for Life that raises money for the nonprofit.
Date set for Relay for Life, cancer fight fundraiser
Benicia’s Relay for Life dates have been selected, said Terry Baldwin, chairperson of the event. The annual 24-hour event that raises money for the American Cancer Society will begin at 9 a.m. Aug. 16 and conclude at 9 a.m. Aug. 17.