Seafood festival a hit with newbies, long-timers alike (Contra Costa Times)

6 September 2008, 6:10 pm

Despite heat, Pittsburg's annual celebration pleases visitors... read more

Minor quake jolts Oakland, California (WIBW Topeka)

6 September 2008, 5:28 pm

An earthquake struck Oakland, California Friday night.... read more

Kathy Hodson column: Gala to benefit cancer foundation (Contra Costa Times)

6 September 2008, 5:10 pm

THE LAZAREX Cancer Foundation is planning another major fundraiser. The Danville-based volunteer organization creates a lifeline and a bridge to hope, life and dignity for cancer patients and their families.... read more

Slow Food at Full Speed: They Ate It Up (AG Weekly)

6 September 2008, 10:12 am

SAN FRANCISCO - When most people think about Slow Food, they probably imagine wealthy epicureans sipping organic wine and nibbling on farmstead cheeses.... read more

McCain, Palin Speeches Draw Strong Interest, Shift Tone of Election (The Online NewsHour)

5 September 2008, 5:32 pm

More than 42 million people tuned in Thursday to see John McCain's acceptance speech, matching the number who watched Barack Obama's speech last week. A panel of editors and columnists weigh how the GOP event was received across the country.... read more

Literary guide (San Francisco Chronicle)

5 September 2008, 4:48 pm

TODAY John Brandi and Geri Digiorno The poets read from their works and show recent collages. 3 p.m. Claudia Chapline, 3445 Shoreline Hwy., Stinson Beach. (415) 868-2308. Friends of the Livermore Library Book Sale Noon-4 p.m. Former Livermore Public Library,...... read more