Reconsider dispensary location I am not one that writes letters to the editor often, but I felt compelled to do so after watching the most recent Benicia City Council meeting. As a teacher in the Benicia Unified School District, I was disheartened when watching the council take action on whether or not to allow cannabis […]
BOTTG at top of its ‘Game’ at Arty Awards
Benicia High School takes home 3 awards Benicia Old Town Theatre Group (BOTTG) had a good evening Sunday night. The local theater company took home five trophies in the Arty Awards for its fall and spring productions, including the top prize for its Sherlock Holmes-inspired comedy “The Game’s Afoot.” “Game” took home three awards in […]
Yuba demolion permit, cannabis ordinance on council agenda tonight
The Benicia City Council will discuss the Yuba demolition permit and update the mediation and the request for a rehearing on the issue. In October 2016, Automobile import company Amports filed for an emergency demolition permit for the Foundry and Office buildings on East H Street. The buildings were constructed in the 1850s and, under […]
Bob Livesay: Is Benicia becoming an old-school political factory?
By Bob Livesay Special to the Herald Why would I say that? Very simple: it is the new organization in Benicia to get Progressives elected. They call themselves Benicia Progressive Democrats. All are backed by the Solano County Central Democratic Committee. We must remember both Vice Mayor Steve Young and Planning Commission Chair– and possible […]
Letter: Unfair billing practice
Unfair billing practice I appreciate Larnie Fox’s letter re: “Civility” regarding some of the comments being made on social media relating to the general unhappiness with the increase in water bills. Some have taken this as an opportunity to stage unnecessary and unwarranted attacks on our mayor. I remained silent on this issue for personal […]
Renovated Benicia High School stadium officially open
(This post has been updated.) It is finally here. After more than three years of planning, discussing and numerous construction delays, Benicia High School’s stadium is open for play, following a grand opening ceremony Thursday. In 2014, Benicia residents voted to approve Measure S, a ballot initiative aimed at providing $49.6 million in bond funding […]
Sir Stryker concert at Empress will benefit local charities
With hurricanes battering the Atlantic and other parts of the world experiencing tragedies, the spirit of giving is on a lot of people’s minds. To help with this giving, Vallejo’s Empress Theatre will be hosting a concert with acclaimed entertainer Sir Stryker in which the proceeds will go to two local charities that serve Solano […]
Benicia artist depicts Vacaville in new exhibit
Artist Donna Covey calls Benicia home, but she likes to venture out of her neck of the woods to paint landmarks in other places, be it Truckee, North Beach, Napa or Suisun Valley. Now she has used her paintbrush to capture images of Vacaville, and they can be seen at the Vacaville Art League & […]
Letter: LWV to hold open house today
LWV to hold open house today Democracy is not a spectator sport, even though many of us spend hours following political happenings on TV or social media. Lately, there has been much to keep us occupied. The League of Women Voters Benicia strives to keep people informed, involved, and registered to vote. The League is […]
The A Cappella Handyman: New Black Fedora
New Black Fedora I went online ’cause I couldn’t find a New Black Fedora at my local hardware store. With a feather in its side, I felt new pride, and headed for the Dress Rehearsal. I read my lines, did real fine, never took off my hat, come Column Time it seems just fine, to […]