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Comprehensive News Feed for Alameda, CA.

Results 1 - 20 of 7,480 in Alameda, CA

  1. Want to save cash? Shun materialismRead the original story

    2 hrs ago | Buffalo News

    ... out and needlessly shop as a hobby. It's really kind of an eye opener," said Julia Park Tracey, a mother of five in Alameda, Calif. who swears she isn't a "crunchy granola hippie." Since joining in January, The Compact has turned a flood light on ...

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  2. Raiders' Russell has whale of timeRead the original story

    3 hrs ago | Inside Bay Area

    Oakland Raiders quarterback JaMarcus Russell walks off the field at the conclusion of a non-mandatory minicamp at the team's Alameda, Calif. 1 comment

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  3. 1982 Mercedes-Benz 300CD, With Bonus German Coupe Poll [Down On The Street]Read the original story

    5 hrs ago | Jalopnik

    Welcome to Down On The Street , where we admire old vehicles found parked on the streets of the Island That Rust Forgot: Alameda, California.

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  4. Alcohol abuse costs county $11B yearlyRead the original story

    6 hrs ago | Daily Breeze

    ... the far the highest costs for alcohol use at nearly $11 billion a year. In the San Francisco Bay Area, Santa Clara, Alameda and Contra Costa counties all generated annual costs in excess of $1 billion. "What we've done, really, is put numbers to a ...

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  5. NFL Notes: Albert signs for 5 yearsRead the original story

    8 hrs ago | Richmond Times-Dispatch

    ... defensive line that will be anchored by newly acquired tackle Marcus Stroud. Ex-Spider Shields signs with Raiders ALAMEDA, Calif. -- Former University of Richmond wide receiver Arman Shields signed with the Oakland Raiders. The fourth-round pick, ...

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  6. Zipeg 2.4 - New Version of a Popular Compression UtilityRead the original story

    8 hrs ago | PR.com

    Alameda, CA, July 25, 2008 -- -- Zipeg is a free, software application for Mac OS X and Windows.

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  7. In tight times, shunning materialism saves moneyRead the original story

    11 hrs ago | Times-Transcript

    Give up worldly goods and help save the Earth. ENJOYING THE FRUITS OF THEIR LABOURS: Julia Park Tracey, left, and her daughter Simone Rodrigues sample plums they dried in Alameda, Calif.

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  8. Judge denies bail to Alameda man accused in fatal hit-and-runRead the original story

    11 hrs ago | Ledger Dispatch

    ... that Molina is facing murder and attempted murder charges, and that he's accused of attacking two detectives at the Alameda police station. Gee called Molina's behavior "inexplicable to say the least." Molina was angry over marital problems when he ...

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  9. Traffic stop leads to arrest of Alameda woman wanted on warrantsRead the original story

    Yesterday | Ledger Dispatch

    ... block of Westline Drive, where the woman was driving a black 1995 Honda Accord. The misdemeanor warrants accuse the Alameda resident, 27, of petty theft and battery with total bail set at $8,000. FRIDAY, JULY 18 UNDER THE INFLUENCE - Police arrested ...

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  10. Services today for Alameda pediatricianRead the original story

    Yesterday | Ledger Dispatch

    When Alameda pediatrician Dr. Robert Butts began treatment for pancreatic cancer in January, his mailbox began to fill with letters of support.

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  11. Alameda man arrested in police raidRead the original story

    Yesterday | Ledger Dispatch

    An Alameda man reputed to be a leader in the Oakland Hells Angels chapter was among six people arrested Tuesday when authorities said they also seized 58 marijuana plants, guns and cash during searches at his ...

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  12. Alameda animal lovers easy to spotRead the original story

    Yesterday | Ledger Dispatch

    ... pets may say they don't believe in animal abuse, but can't keep pets of their own. But more and more, at least in Alameda, I see folks with dogs on leashes or frolicking at the dog park. And with the Art and Wine Faire happening this weekend, you're ...

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  13. Hilarious 'Hay Fever' nothing to sneeze atRead the original story

    Yesterday | Ledger Dispatch

    ... "Hay Fever" ended. IF YOU GO WHAT: Noel Coward's "Hay Fever PRESENTED BY: Altarena Playhouse WHERE: 1409 High St., Alameda WHEN: 8 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays; 2 p.m. Sundays. Closes Aug. 9 TICKETS: $17-$20 INFORMATION: Tuesday- Saturday, 1-4 p.m., ...

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  14. Alameda city briefsRead the original story

    Yesterday | Ledger Dispatch

    Congressmen Pete Stark, who represents Alameda as part of the 13th Congressional District, will visit the city to meet with constituents on Saturday.

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  15. Family activity will raise funds for breast cancer researchRead the original story

    Yesterday | Ledger Dispatch

    ... is not so well-known is that in order to walk, each participant must raise $2,200 in donations. Toward this goal, Alameda-based Boob Brigade, a Breast Cancer 3-Day team, will be holding a fundraiser Sunday at Bladium Sports Club where kids can "Jump ...

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  16. City Council to consider "super store" banRead the original story

    Yesterday | Ledger Dispatch

    The proposal for a flat-out ban on having Kmart, Wal-Mart or other so-called "Super Stores" in Alameda now is set to go before the City Council after bouncing from the Planning Board to the Economic Development ...

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  17. seeks input on Bay Fair safety designRead the original story

    Thursday Jul 3 | BART

    BART is partnering with the City of San Leandro, the County of Alameda, and Madison Marquette, owners of San Leandro's Bayfair Center, to improve safety and security around the half-mile radius of the Bay Fair ...

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  18. Keeping it simple in tight timesRead the original story

    13 hrs ago | Daily Herald

    ... out and needlessly shop as a hobby. It's really kind of an eye-opener," said Julia Park Tracey, a mother of five in Alameda, Calif. who swears she isn't a "crunchy granola hippie." Since joining in January, The Compact has turned a floodlight on her ...

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  19. Former Navy Ship a HazardRead the original story

    17 hrs ago | K103

    ... Sector Portland says that several contractors, government personnel from Portland, and Coast Guard personnel from Alameda, California are all working on the clean up. That clean up should be completed by the end of October. Lt. Commander Smith adds ...

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  20. Shorts: Bay AreaRead the original story

    17 hrs ago | The Jewish News Weekly

    ... Bay and the S.F.-based Jim Joseph Foundation. Jewish families with children ages 6 months through 5 years living in Alameda, Contra Costa, Solano and Napa counties are eligible to receive free books and CDs each month. As the PJ Library initiative ...

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