Tag Archives: Alameda

Pedal Pushers

Posted on August 31, 2012 by Irene

I can’t tell you the number of times I’ve wished I could borrow a spare bicycle or two.  When hosting out-of-town guests or babysitting and looking for something fun to do, a bike ride would have been the perfect entertainment.  … Continue reading →

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Take the High Road Down Shore Line Drive

Posted on July 26, 2012 by Irene

It’s a familiar scene to those who regularly bike or walk along the beach side of Shore Line Drive.  Startled pedestrians jump, looking over their shoulders, after a bicyclist shouts, “On Your Left.”  Bicyclists often need to stop or maneuver … Continue reading →

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Buzz from City Hall

Posted on June 13, 2012 by Irene

The problem with distortion in the television audio feed from city hall that I wrote about on January 26, 2012 was fixed, but now it’s back.  Recent broadcasts of city council and planning board meetings were difficult to endure.  Who or … Continue reading →

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Open Primary Opens Eyes

Posted on May 31, 2012 by Irene

I couldn’t believe my eyes!  As I thumbed through Alameda County’s sample ballot and voter information pamphlet, I saw what resembled a campaign piece.  That’s right!  There in black and white, political party endorsements were listed. The county’s pamphlet, a … Continue reading →

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Are You Ready?

Posted on May 10, 2012 by Irene

If you’ve ever heard someone shout “Are you Ready?” from a table at our local street fairs, it was probably a volunteer from Alameda’s Community Emergency Response Team (CERT).  There are over 700 CERT graduates in Alameda and the number … Continue reading →

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Slow Your Run on Route 61

Posted on March 24, 2012 by Irene

Go on, admit it.  You drive over 25 mph on Broadway—State Route 61.  It’s easy to go over the speed limit there, particularly between Otis Drive and Encinal Avenue.  The wide street, with only a distant stoplight, makes it feel … Continue reading →

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Occupy the Message

Posted on February 16, 2012 by Irene

The protest violence in Oakland on Saturday, January 29 was the last straw for me.  I’ve had it with the impostors in Oakland spoiling the Occupy Movement’s message of economic injustice that millions of people identify with.  Mayor Quan should … Continue reading →

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The Buzz from City Hall

Posted on January 26, 2012 by Irene

Anyone who’s watched televised meetings from city hall knows about the background buzz when the camera angle changes.  It sounds like a short circuit in the video wires.  “Councilmember bzzzzzzzzzz.”  “Whabzzzzzzzz is the bzzzzzzzz fiscal bzzpact of bzzzzzz.” Once when … Continue reading →

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Looking Forward, Looking Back

Posted on December 29, 2011 by Irene

It’s been a little over a year since I started writing a column for the Alameda Sun and, Isle Say, it’s been a challenge. I’ve written about all things local, including emergency preparedness, open space opportunities, Alameda Point, economic challenges, … Continue reading →

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Firefighter Rescues Dog from Shorepoint Fire

Posted on December 19, 2011 by Irene

Alameda firefighter Darren Brown walked through the crowd of onlookers asking if this was their dog.  When no one claimed it, residents escorted him to the apartment manager’s office. Another resident standing next to me was not so fortunate, as … Continue reading →

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