Proud parents Daniel Butt and Sara Knight welcomed Ryland Thomas Butt (8 lb. 15 oz.) into the world on March 28, 2009. Ryland is the second grandson of Tom and Shirley Butt (joining cousin Harlan born just 19 days ago). Click here for a photo of Ryland Thomas Butt.

After incurring delays and additional costs estimated at $2 million, including legal fees, the City of Richmond settled a lawsuit by Point Richmond resident Fred Arm challenging the EIR. This is just one more example of how a bad EIR can result in substantial delays,...

Bay Trail advocates sue state, Chevron over public access at refinery By Katherine Tam West County Times Posted: 03/20/2009 01:29:15 PM PDT The battle to build a public path at the Chevron Richmond refinery has shifted to the courts. Trail advocates are suing the...

The reporting forms for train violations have been completely revamped to make them easier and more effective to use. There are now two separate forms, one for Quiet Zone violations and the other for grade crossing violations. 1. Quiet Zones in the City of Richmond...

On March 17, the Richmond City Council approved a plan that would accelerate implementation of Quiet Zones in an area of South Richmond known as the "Siberia Lead" where BNSF runs dozens of trains all day and night through and adjacent to residential neighborhoods...

The following story about how our public safety has been protected by nabbing railroad crossing scofflaws is only part of the story. Here is the rest: The intersection at Wright Avenue and Harbor Way South where the RPD described people cutting it too close does not...

Groundwork Richmond "the beloved community " Community Mixer Come join local community members as we bring change to our Community & Improve Environmental Conditions " When: March 31st 2009 " Where: The Nevin Community Center 598 Nevin Ave Richmond Ca " Time:...

" TOWN MEETING with Congressman George Miller: Constituents are invited to a Town Meeting with U.S. Rep. George Miller, D-Martinez, from 9:30 to 10:30 a.m. Saturday in the multipurpose room at DeJean Middle School, 3400 Macdonald Ave., to discuss issues such as...

Bay Trail Backers Sue State, Chevron Over Richmond Wharf By Richard Brenneman Wednesday March 18, 2009 The Planet needs your help. Give to the Fund for Local Reporting! Bay Trail advocates have sued the State Lands Commission (SLC) and Chevron U.S.A., challenging the...

Proud parents Andrew and Kimberly Butt and Big Sister Cecilia Butt welcomed Harlan Martin Butt (7 lbs., 4 oz.) into the world on March 9, 2009. Harlan is the first grandson of Tom and Shirley Butt. Click here for a photo of Harlan with Mom Kim.

THE RICHMOND PLUNGE A REMARKABLE LOOK INSIDE "YEAR OF THE RICHMOND PLUNGE RESTORATION & RENOVATION 2009" Saturday - 14 MARCH 2009 11am - 1pm Garrard Blvd at West Richmond Avenue Richmond 94801 11:30 am Proclamation Ceremony from invited presenters: Richmond Mayor...

Mayor and Councilmembers: This is the weekly report for the week ending March 6th, 2009: 1. Meeting Notes The next regular City Council meeting is Tuesday, March 17th. Please enjoy the one week hiatus. 2. WI-Fi Access Now Available in the Richmond Public Library On...

The Richmond Community Redevelopment Agency and HEPA, the Contra Costa County Home Equity Preservation Alliance, will be hosting an informational and counseling event on March 28th at the Richmond Recreation Center. (All communication is being provided in Spanish, as...

The annual fundraiser of Rosie the Riveter Trust is just two weeks off " Saturday, March 21, 2009. Click here for your invitation. Our Neighbors: Dinner full of park discovery By Chris Treadway West County Times Posted: 03/07/2009 03:12:15 PM PST One of the historic...

Contact: Tarnel Abbott (510) 620-6561 Business Librarian, Richmond Public Library 325 Civic Center Plaza, Richmond CA 94804 SMALL BUSINESS WORKSHOPS AT RICHMOND PUBLIC LIBRARY Have you ever dreamed of owning your own business? If so, Richmond Public Library"s...

The annual fundraiser of Rosie the Riveter Trust is just two weeks off " Saturday, March 21, 2009. Click here for your invitation. Our plan is to introduce you to a different location in the park each year. Last year, it was the opening of the Ford Building Craneway....

National Park Service U.S. Department of the Interior Rosie the Riveter/WWII Home Front National Historical Park 1401 Marina Way South Richmond, CA 94804 Phone: 510-232-5050 Fax: 510-232-5504 Rosie the Riveter/WWII Home Front National Historical Park News Release For...

Editorial: For now, Richmond shouldn't count on tax money from Chevron BAY AREA NEWS GROUP Posted: 03/04/2009 12:01:00 AM PST RICHMOND CITY OFFICIALS should not count on new tax revenues of $16 million annually from Chevron until they have the money in hand and a...

Richmond hopes to protect 5 miles of wetlands Carolyn Jones, Chronicle Staff Writer Monday, March 2, 2009 The north Richmond shoreline has seen its share of blasts and explosions - from the dynamite factory, shooting range, oil refinery and a century of political...

Mayor and Councilmembers: This is the weekly report for the week ending February 27th, 2009. 1. Meeting Notes The next regular City Council meeting is Tuesday, March 3rd, beginning with a Closed Session at 5:00 PM, followed by the regular agenda convening at 7:00 PM....