Mayor in a minority of one on streetscape plan; traffic calming proposal postponed
Although Orinda Mayor Eve Phillips voted against it, the rest of the city council fully supported approval of a draft letter seeking Measure J funds for the Orinda Streetscape Master Plan and allocation of $50,000 in matching funds at its Sept. 5 meeting.
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Classic car pioneer to be honored at Orinda Classic Car Show
Generations of classic car enthusiasts will pay tribute to the man who helped launch an appreciation for the pastime by presenting the Lamorinda Classic Car Pioneer Award to Bob Fisher.
 By John T. Miller
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OUSD seeks input on future facilities
Most Orinda Union School District buildings ...By Sora O'Doherty
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Orinda Community Foundation Offers Grants to Benefit Orinda Seniors
Recognizing the challenges faced by many ...Submitted by Sue Severson
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'Five-Door Farce' final play of the season for Starlight Players
A funny play rounds out the 34th season of the Starlight Players, a completely volunteer theatrical group in Orinda. Robert Merrill's "Five-Door Farce" has only been performed at one other venue, in Riverside.
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Inaugural Senior Health and Wellness Fair launched
The first Senior Health and Wellness Fair will take place at the Orinda Community Center located at 28 Orinda Way from 1 to 4:30 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 23. The event is being organized by the Orinda Chamber of Commerce with the support of the city of Orinda, the Orinda ...By Sora O'Doherty
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Oh rats! Rodents and other critters overrun Lamorinda
The pitter-patter of little feet typically means something smile-worthy - a toddler running down the hall for a hug or a playful puppy scampering about. But these days, that pitter-patter may mean something far less pleasant; it could mean rats are living in your attic ...By Diane Claytor
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Seeking calm at midday
Amid the hustle and bustle of the busy vie quotidienne, or everyday life, it is possible to find a beneficial space of calm and peace in Orinda at noon on Tuesdays. That is the day that Gabriela Mozee offers a free meditation group at Atma Yoga. Owners Carlo and Thea ...By Sora O'Doherty
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New facilities brighten OUSD campuses
Several items were discussed at the Aug. 14 Orinda Union School District board of trustees meeting, including requests for restoration of advanced courses, board member assignments to specific schools and facility upgrades to Orinda campuses.
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Orinda residents flock to food trucks to feast
The Orinda Street Feast, the first of the trial food truck events approved by the Orinda City Council, was a huge success, with long lines of people waiting to order, while others sat and enjoyed their meals in the evening sunshine Aug. 17 in front of the Orinda ...By Sora O'Doherty
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Orchard Road detour ends; ordinances on short-term rentals, marijuana approved
Two weeks after Orchard Road residents ...By Sora O'Doherty
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New AUHSD schedule hopes to broaden scope of student learning
Students at the Acalanes Union High School District will be greeted by a new bell schedule and a modified block schedule when they return to school on Monday, Aug 21.
The schedule is a ...By John T. Miller
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