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Oakley wants its eagle back
The eagle monument dedicated to those who served in World War I, which has been at the county fairgrounds for three decades, may soon be flying home to Oakley.
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Oakley preschoolers learn the Montessori way
When Robert Ceragioli started looking at preschools for his 2-year-old son Malik, he was frustrated by the lack of options for a high-energy child.
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Around Oakley: Big Break Regional Shoreline trail bridge opens
After months of work, the Big Break Regional Shoreline trail bridge located east of the Delta Environmental Science Center has finally opened.
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Twice-Told Tales
Both presidents from Brentwood in merger: When two large grower and shipper associations of Northern California met in San Francisco yesterday to decide on a plan for merging, the presidents of both ...
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Today in East County
8 through Feb. 12. Children will learn about weather, Arctic animals and make snow to take home.
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Oakley says nope to dope dispensaries
Oakley cancer patients undergoing chemotherapy who use marijuana to suppress nausea and stimulate their appetite will continue to have to drive out of town to legally pick up their leafy medicine.
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Bay Area shoppers 'prudent' on day after Christmas
Holding bags containing cookware and a down comforter , shopper Frank Ko of Hercules said, "We shopped significantly less this year.
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Oakley Police Calls
The following calls were among those handled by the Oakley police Dec. 23-28 according to information provided by the police department.
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School funds to take a hit
East County educators got a Grinchy surprise last week with the news of a proposed plan to slash $10 billion from local schools' bare-bones coffers in order to rescue the state of California's budget.
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Oakley extends adult business ban
The City Council recently agreed to extend the ban on strip clubs, XXX movie theaters and pornographic book stores for another six months in order to allow more time to figure out where these types of ...
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Tri Delta Transit to keep Lawrence Livermore Lab shuttle going
East County residents who rely on public transportation to get to the Lawrence Livermore Laboratory can continue to sit back and relax on their commutes for at least awhile longer.
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Oakley aims to reclaim long lost statue
When the old Antioch Bridge was demolished in 1976, a World War I memorial was relocated from Oakley to Antioch to prevent the memorial from being damaged during the work.
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Theft robs woman of cherished memories
This 1984 Honda ATV was recently stolen from a home in Oakley. The three-wheeler was a favorite of the owner's recently deceased husband, and she is heartbroken over the loss of the treasured keepsake.
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Marsh restoration EIR released
Oakley land currently used for cattle grazing is destined to be converted into a tidal marsh.
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Oakley chamber's new year
Steve Nosanchuck says 2009 will be the Oakley Chamber of Commerce's Year of Inclusion, and he's inviting everyone to come on down and be counted.
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Oakley welcomes newest council member
After losing his 20 year-old daughter to a traffic car accident in 2000, Jim Frazier dedicated himself to serving others.
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Loaves and Fishes performs daily miracles for those needing a good meal
Visitors sit down to eat while eating at the Loaves and Fishes at the First Baptist Church on Monday, December 15, 2008 in Martinez, Calif.
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Tree lighting ceremony a night to remember
'Twas the night of the tree lighting, and all through the town, not a face in the crowd had arrived with a frown.
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Lawsuit filed for 2007 shooting
Officer Ian Jones, seen here with his K-9 Bessie receiving a proclamation from Oakley Mayor Bruce Connelley on April 1, is the focus of a lawsuit alleging he should not have shot and killed a violent, drunken ...
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Lumpy's Diner dares you to try the Dog Pounder
Against the backdrop of a mural of Antioch, Jeremy "Lumpy" Sturgill and wife Melissa take pride in their signature burger, the Dog Pounder, at Lumpy's Diner, now open in Antioch.
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