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by Ruth Roberts Staff Writer For the second time this year, the Discovery Bay CSD board has turned down a landscaping improvement proposal along Willow Lake Road. In a 2-1 vote at the regular CSD meeting on Nov. 18, the three-member board was unable to reach a unanimous agreement to proceed with the estimated $130,000 in upgrades. In October, the board had rejected the work when it was presented as two jobs, hoping the price would be lower if the two projects were combined. At the board’s request, Town General Manager Virgil Koehne then resubmitted the projects to the landscape companies, asking them to offer new bids based on the combining of the two jobs into one. As a two-phase project, the total cost of the lowest bids (which came from two different contractors) would have been $104,935,

His leadership in battle earned this Marine from Oakley a Bronze Star with a “V” device for Valor.

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The CSD board rejected plans to re-landscape the corner of Willow Lake Road and Discovery Bay Boulevard despite having approved the bidding process. Above, Discovery Bay residents Cindy Kelty and Daisy, left, and Karen Muccio with Carson and Missy cross DB Boulevard. with Phase One coming in at $39,535 and Phase Two at $65,400. The low bid on the single-contractor, combined job is $128,000, from Sansei Gardens in Fremont.

Vice President Mark Simon and Director David Piepho were in favor of the revised plan, but President Ray Tetreault voted against the upgrades. “I could have

gone for Phase One,” he told Simon and Piepho, “but you guys wanted to combine the projects, and I can’t get besee Landscaping page 22A

A spate of seasonal festivals, parades, films, shopping gigs and charitable events will keep you hopping this holiday.

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Parade of Lights a storybook spectacle Thousands of spectators and participants are expected to converge on Discovery Bay this weekend for the town’s biggest land-based celebration – the Parade of Lights – on Saturday beginning at 6 p.m. The town’s tree lighting, sponsored by the Discovery Bay Lions Club, and parade awards ceremony will immediately follow the parade at the Discovery Bay Shopping Center on Discovery Bay Boulevard. Hosted by the Discovery Bay Chamber of Commerce, the parade is expected to feature more than 40 floats designed and created by local businesses, schools and individual groups. The theme is Storybook and will be led by this year’s grand marshal, Sheriff Warren Rupf. “Anything that has to do with storybooks, anything you can imagine, you will see Parade page 22A

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Last year’s Discovery Bay’s Parade of Lights’ theme was Hollywood. This year’s Storybook parade will make its way through town on Saturday beginning at 6 p.m. and include more than 40 ﬂoats.

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Former Oakleyite receives Bronze Star by Ruth Roberts Staff Writer Marine Sgt. Maj. Anthony Mass, Jr. said he can’t remember all the details, and that’s understandable; he was pretty busy. They’re all listed, however, in an official summary of his actions between March and August of last year, and it all added up to the nation’s fourth-highest award for combat gallantry: the Bronze Star with a “V” device for Valor. According to the citation, 1st Sgt. Mass (his rank at the time), a former Oakley resident now living at Camp Pendleton in Southern California, showed “unfaltering, fearless leadership” during battles on April 29 and May 30, 2008 during an operation against an insurgent stronghold. “Traveling with the lead element and selflessly exposing himself, First Sgt. Mass encouraged Marines to press forward in the face of hostile fire, as young Marines experienced enemy action for the first time,” Mass’ medal citation reads. “During the 96hour fight, with repeated enemy counter-attacks using machine guns and mortars, his constant presence on the line emboldened the company’s Marines.” His “vigilance and aggressive action” saved the company’s headquarters element from one attack, and in the final assault on the stronghold, Mass again led the Marines at the front of the advance, demonstrating “zealous initiative, courageous actions and exponential dedication to duty.”

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Mass says that while he can’t recall all the details of the battles, there are some specifics he remembers. “I had been there (the Middle East) before,” said Mass. “But it’s hard to explain everything I was feeling. I do remember thinking that I wonder how my family would feel if they knew were I was right now. “I went into it (the battles) not really knowing what to expect. We knew from the British that it was going to be a tough fight, and it was; they did fight back hard. But my guys, I’ll tell you, they are young, but they really know how to make it happen when it counts. They did amazing things and I’m so proud of them all.” Mass’ mother Diana Rizzuto is also proud – of her son. “I feel very, very proud, but I’ve always been proud of my boys,” said Rizzuto, who has two younger sons. “He was always a quiet, kind of shy boy and I was surprised when he decided to join the service when he got out of high school. But what do moms know? Now he’s got a chest full of medals and he’s made a career out of the service. I’m just glad I didn’t know half the things he was doing.” Mass decided on the Marines in 1989 after some of his friends enlisted. “I wasn’t ever very interested (in the service),” he said. “but some of my friends signed up, and when they came back and told me about it, it seemed like a good idea. I wasn’t doing a lot after graduation and I needed to

do something to keep me out of trouble. It turned out to be a good fit for me.” Wife Leanne agrees. “I’m so excited for Tony,” she said. “It’s been a long hard road for him and it’s nice to see someone rewarded when they have worked so hard.” In fact, Mass’ hard work has resulted in more than a Bronze Star. A few weeks ago, he also received a promotion to sergeant major. “I told him he’s having a really good month,” said Leanne, laughing. “I thought they were kidding me at first,” said Mass of his promotion. “But when my colonel came down to see me with the paperwork, then I knew it was for real. I’m still absorbing it all.” And while he’s letting the moments sink in, the 20-year career Marine with two tours of duty in Iraq and Afghanistan said he supports President Obama’s move to send an additional 30,000 troops to Afghanistan: “I definitely think he’s going in the right direction with this – I can say that for a fact. If we’re going to commit to it (the war), then we need to do it completely, get it over with and move on.” But for now, Mass will remain on the sidelines, spending the holidays at home with his family. “I’ve accrued a lot of what they call ‘dwell time,’ which means I’ll be staying back (home) for a while since I had two back-toback combat tours,” he said. “And that’s OK; I’ll be spending some time with my family and we’ll be at home for Christmas. It’s all good.” To comment, visit www.thepress.net.

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East County holds holiday happenings Back by popular demand – and because there’s so much to do this holiday season – here’s this week’s update on where to go and what to do to help celebrate the season. Be sure to check the Community and Entertainment calendars (Pages 26B and 27B this week) as well. Dec. 4, 5, 11 and 12 ‘Bah, Humbug’ Scrooge comes to Brentwood as the students of Edna Hill perform “Bah, Humbug.” This musical version of Dickens’ “A Christmas Carol” is the final musical production performed in the Bristow Theater at Edna Hill. Tickets are $5. The showtimes are Friday, Dec. 4 at 7 p.m., Saturday, Dec. 5 at 1 and 7 p.m.; Friday, Dec. 11 at 7 p.m.; and Saturday, Dec. 12 at 1 and 7 p.m. An open-house farewell celebration for the Bristow Theater will be held Saturday, Dec. 19 from 6 to 9 p.m. at the theater. Share your memories, view pictures and sing a song or two. Thursday-Sunday now through Dec. 20 Holiday Boutique Brentwood Junction Center tenants Salon Vitor, Walgreens, Best Buy and Melo’s Pizza and Pasta have created a Holiday Boutique craft fair featuring scarves, hats, ornaments and local artists’ work – as well as hot cider, coffee and other goodies donated by local merchants. Walgreens will also donate a free photo with Santa to each visitor. Kids can enjoy the fire engine on Dec. 17 from 2:30 p.m. to

Alli Re plays Scrooge, left, and Idara Akapaka plays Marley during Edna Hill Middle School’s presentation off “Bah, Humbug” with six shows between now and Dec. 12.

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3:30 p.m., and holiday music, raffle prizes (featuring iPods and gift certificates to Melo’s and Salon Vitor) plus a presentation by Family Stress Center of Antioch will make this a memorable event. Admission is free, and a portion of merchant proceeds will be donated to local charities. The boutique runs Thursdays and Fridays from 3 to 7 p.m.; Saturdays and Sundays from 1 to 5 p.m. For more information on securing a booth, call Trina Rodriguez at

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This turkey is cookin’ Mayor Robert “Gobbler Bob” Taylor might be a turkey according to a lot of people, but that’s just fine with more than 500 local families for which the mayor’s efforts have paid off. About six weeks ago, Taylor launched his “The Mayor is a Turkey” fundraiser benefiting the Brentwood Regional Community Chest, which provides food, toys and turkeys for 500 families every Christmas. Taylor pledged that if he got 300 donations of $8 – enough to buy one turkey for one family – he would appear at the BRCC’s packing and distribution events on Dec. 18 and 19 wearing a turkey suit. Taylor blew past his goal and reset it to 500, enough for the entire BRCC program. That goal, too, is history. As of Tuesday, donations good for 663 turkeys had arrived, and more are still coming in every day. The community’s largess will enable the BRCC to add turkey to its other year-round assistance efforts. “The money will be used to expand the number of families we are able to assist as well as provide ongoing support during the rest of the year,” said BRCC co-president Dana Eaton. “In addition to supporting families through the Community Assistance Program throughout the year, this year we were able to provide financial support to the P.A.S.S. Program at Edna Hill. This clothing closet, started by Edna Hill teacher Traci Kemper, supports children throughout our community and aligns with the mission of the Community Chest of a community supporting its own.” Taylor is stunned by the response. “The charitable giving of local people is just overwhelming,” he said. “The Brentwood spirit is just a wonderful attribution to our city. Calls are coming in from everywhere, too, not just Brentwood. People say they’ve never seen anything like this.” Taylor also announced that as a payoff for surpassing the higher goal, he would be making a series of appearances in the turkey suit. The stops will include a stint from 1 to 4 p.m.

on Dec. 19 at The Streets of Brentwood’s Community Boutique, located next to the Rave Motion Pictures Brentwood 14, where he will pose for pictures with residents and thank them personally. “There is an old Irish proverb t h at s a y s ,

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I’m dreaming of a wet Christmas Don’t knock the weather. If it didn’t change once in a while, nine out of 10 people couldn’t start a conversation. – Kin Hubbard The party’s over. Like a convict whose sentence got lost in the clerical shuffle, we were braced for the bad and were given the TAKE IT good: a stretch of clear UTSIDE November skies to kick off the monsoon season. But Mother Nature has stumbled onto our paperwork. It’s time to serve the sentence. It’s time to get wet. Out at sea a cortege of clouds is asGER sembling and getting ERICKSON itself pointed down the time-honored parade route. Straight at us. We should see this as a good thing. Our Golden State, no tropical rainforest under the soggiest of conditions, could use a thorough dousing. Northern California’s rainfall total for 2008-09 came to only 78 percent of normal – on the heels of 77 percent in 2007-08 and 63 percent in 2006-07. Pray that scientists from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration got it right when back in July they predicted an El Niño winter for 2009-10. How wet will this El Niño get? The jury’s still out, but don’t leave your umbrella at home. It might be too much to ask East County folk to pray for rain – especially

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Several times each winter, lovers of East County scenery get to enjoy the beauty of clouds from an elevated point of view – in this case, the view south from the Mt. Diablo Summit on New Year’s Day, 2009. those involved in winter soccer leagues. But it shouldn’t be too much to ask us to pray for snow. Lots of it. In the mountains, that is. A deep and enduring Sierra snowpack, which accounts for 40 percent of California’s fresh water, means a healthier Delta. One reason our Delta is in crisis is the increasing influx of salt water from the Pacific and decreasing

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of course. As winter clouds roll in, sky memories are awakened and new memories made. From the Ridge Trail at Antioch’s Black Diamond Mines I’ve seen the December sky become an ocean. On its vastness sailed an armada of cumulus in disciplined formation like an invasion fleet bearing down on an enemy coastline. In January from the Miwok Trail at Brentwood’s Round Valley I’ve seen a feather of whitest cirrus suspended in the delicate updraft of dawn. And from Big Break in Oakley I’ve witnessed a sunset sky straight out of the Book of Job, spread out “hard as a molten mirror.” I know, I know. It’s easy to rhapsodize about the beauty of clouds from the safe haven of East County. In our microclimate no mighty rivers escape their banks; no mudslides bury our homes. Better yet, no subzero temperatures crack our water pipes; no blizzards send our cars careening into ditches. Winter in East County: if this is as bad as it gets, we’ve got it good. Residents of the coasts of Louisiana, Mississippi and Texas might take a less upbeat view of rainfall. When clouds are given names (Katrina, Rita and Wilma come immediately to mind), aesthetics tend to go out the window as swiftly as those clouds break through it. If clouds are hazardous to our health, they’re also indispensable to life on Earth. Four and a half billion years ago not a single cloud graced the skies of our planet. see Outside page 15A

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Calendar marks local history timeline Edna Hill, Barbara Guise, Everett LeMoine donations added to museum collection by Samie Hartley Staff Writer Just in time for the holidays, the East Contra Costa Historical Society (ECCHS) has provided a gift idea for that hard-to-please recipient this holiday season – a 2010 calendar filled with fascinating historical – and local -facts and photos. “The calendar is a fun twist for learning about local history,” said local historian Kathy Leighton. “As we (ECCHS volunteers) do research and catalog the archives, we make note of significant dates in East County history, and we thought it’d be fun to compile them in a calendar. It will make a great Christmas gift for anyone who lives in this area. There are a lot of interesting little things that most people don’t know about.” The $10 calendar is filled with fun facts and important dates. For example, did you know that on Jan. 26, 1920, a robber fled the Byron Bank with $50,000, or that President Benjamin Harrison’s train stopped in Brent-

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Ferries were used in the late 19th century to transport passengers and goods across the 1,100 miles of Delta waterways. Historical photos such as this, which offer a glimpse into life in East County, are featured in the 2010 East Contra Costa Historical Society Calendar. wood on April 29, 1891? The calendar, the first of its kind, also includes a historical photo marking each month. The historical photos, most of which have not been published before, offer a glimpse into life in far East County during the late 19th and early 20th centuries. The month of January is marked with a photo from the 1890s, featuring a horse-drawn carriage being ferried across the Delta marshes. The ferry system was used to transport everything from people to produce to the various islands scattered throughout the Delta. Other calendar images include a 1900 photo of the Oakley Cash Store, and a shot of guests exploring the Vasco Caves.

All proceeds from the calendar sales will go toward the restoration of the Eden Plain schoolhouse, which is used as a field trip destination for local third-graders who visit the ECCHS museum. When the museum reopens for its 2010 season in March, visitors of all ages will be treated to a variety of new displays. The society has recently received several significant material donations such as artifacts that belonged to Frances Donner Wilder, a surviving member of the Donner Party, who settled in Byron. Leighton said material donations to the historical society come in waves. Sometimes

the society goes months without any donations and then suddenly the floodgates open and the volunteers get bombarded with boxes of new items and photos. “We get contacted every now and then by people who find old boxes in their garage and want to know if we want might find its contents useful. They figure if grandma kept it all this time, maybe it should go some place special. Some of us are more selective about what we accept, but I love it all. You never know what someone might bring in. Sometimes you find some real treasures – things you won’t find anywhere else. We’re thrilled that we’ve been able to acquire some real finds in the past month. We’ve received a lot of good stuff.” In addition to the Donner artifacts, a World War I Navy uniform belonging to Brentwood resident Everett LeMoine will also go on display next year. LeMoine was the fourth mayor of Brentwood, serving the city from 1952 to 1954. He also helped organize Brentwood’s first fire department in 1928. When the town’s fire truck broke down, LeMoine, along with a man named Clarence Bray, made a new fire engine out of a 1917 Chevrolet touring car by attaching water tanks and a 110-foot hose to the back. Once the new fire engine was complete, LeMoine stored it at his business, the OK Garage, located on Oak Street. LeMoine was also a charter member see Calendar page 11A

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tudents in Dolores Long’s sixth-grade science class at Excelsior Middle School recently got an up-close look at what makes volcanoes tick – or in this case, erupt – during a unit on nature’s magma-ﬁlled molten rocks. The simulation lab culminated in students presenting, and setting off, their homemade volcanoes. Not all of the projects reached epic proportions, but Gillian DiVincent, in pink, was one of the lucky few whose volcano erupted right on cue.

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Paragons of presence Congratulations to the following Discovery Bay Elementary students for achieving perfect attendance (no absences and/or up to three excused tardies) for the school’s first trimester: Wyatt Abrescy, Alonso Aguilar, Anna Allain, Jesel Anthony, Gilda Argueta, Jasmine Arias, Trent Aslin, Hunter Austin, Trevor Austin, Aaron Azevedo, Hayden Baggie, Emily Barnard, Adan Bartolo, Alison Bischof, Dakota Black, Jaden Boswell, Joshua Brown, Aaron Burkhardt, Christopher Burkhardt, David Burns, Isabelle Carreon, Wesley Carter, Dahlia Chavez, Alfonso Cisneros, Gianna Coonan, Kenady Craig, Jared Cronk, Molly Cunningham, Antonia D’Agostino, Kennedy Dethlefesen, Sierra Dethlefsen, Savannah Doran, Bailey Dow, Landon Drake, Summer Farage, Bradford Ferrante, Matthew Finch, Erick Fine, Kendra Fisher, Deanna Fuchs, Francisco Garcia, Jaime Garcia Navarro, Conner Gasperson, Sean Gasperson, Alejandro Gomez, Jamie Greene, Matthew Groover, Christopher Guffey, Emma Haddadin, Leila Haddadin, Katelyn Hall, Ava Harbert, Marcellus Harris, Cassidy Harrison, Cole Harrison, Sara Healy, Paul Hernandez, Hannah Herrera, Cody Herzog, Jack Hodgson, Natalie Hodgson, Dominic Hofferber, Hailey Holzschuch , Burgess Hu, Destini Jackson, Diego Jimenez, Cole Johnson, Jacob Kirby, Jordan Kirk, Aimee Knight, Christina Knighy, Krystalyn Le, Jacob Lepore, Jeremy Lepore, Aracely Lopez, Josue Lopez, Cameron Lucena, William Maloney, Robert Marinello, Kyle Martin, Kyllie Martin, Kayla Martinez, Blaine McCall IV, Connor Memory, Skylar Mendes, Tyler Moseley, Tyler Musser, Kaya Napachoti, Makena Nelson, Megan Nelson, Nicholas Nelson, Noel Niccum, Jenna Noriega, Zackery O’Neal, Israel Ortiz, Cole Park, Jessica Peralta, Isabella Pereyra, Luis Perez, Abagail Redding, Mateo Regalado, Gabriela Rivera, Rebeka Rivera, Victoria Rivera, Brooke Romeo, Hunter Romeo, Jakob Romeo, Jacob Sabin, Luis Sanchez, Lacey Lynn

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Santos, Summer-Lynne Scheib, Jason Scruggs, Shivani Sharon, Austin Silva, Daisy Sneath, Dylan Snyder, Justin Snyder, Tyler Soliven, Madelyn Souza, Braedon Steele, Justin Storey, Jared Troxell, Abel Vaid, Alexander Vizcay, Colby Wall, Shane Watkins, Dante Weber, Sydney West, Jason Williams, Gilberto Yerena, Sandra Yerena, Cody Young and Jesse Young. Congratulations to the following Discovery Bay Elementary students for receiving Honorable Mention attendance (one absence and/or up to five excused tardies) for the school’s first trimester: Tyler Aguilera, Emily Bacon, Sydney Baker, Emily Barton, Margaret Baty, Anamaria Becerra, Megan Bechtold, Madison Boberg, Caitlin Branson, Nathanael Burns, Jose Campos, Dylan Leonis, Kirsten d’Almada-Remedios, Kaden DeWitt, Nicholas Doran, Ashlynn Ertz, Allison Fernane, Hayley Finetti, Yuliana Flores, Joseph Frakes, Abigail Freeman, Haley Fuller, Tristan Gianni, Isaac Gonzales, Megan Guffey, Kasey Gunderson, Fernanda Guzman, Brooke Harris, Parker Holzschuch, Adam Hultz, Alejandro Jimenez, Alexis King, Jenna Kirk, Marilyn Knight, Valerie Knight, Madison Krassow, Deven Krause, Jayden Krause, Rachel Landro, Diego Leon, Jayce Leonis Cox, Cristian Lewis, Mikayla Little, Taylor Little, Anthony Lucido, Fernando Madrigal, Paloma Madrigal, Chase Melanson, Kaitlynn Miller, Giselle Nava, Valisidy Nelson, Hannah Neri, Nathan Nguyen, Luciana Nunez, Samantha Ocampo, Genaro Ochoa, Maria Palomares-Esquivel, Kayley Park, Jonathan Peralta, Lukas Philpott, Alyssa Proft, Rebecca Rangel, Morgan Reyes, Tyson Reyes, Andrew Robinson, Skyler Ryan, Jared Sabin, Daniel Sandoval, Grace Schenck, Scott Scruggs, Serena Simpson, Madilynn Sims Galfert, Harley Snipes, Haylie Souza, Alexis Steele, Imhotep Sweet, Samantha Taylor, Tabitha Thomas and Ian Vizcay.

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Hotel Brentwood, built by the Balfour Guthrie Company in 1913, was the venue for many social gatherings and special events in Brentwood. The building’s architecture served as inspiration for the design of the Brentwood Civic Center, which is currently under construction.

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of Brentwood’s American Legion Post 202, founded in 1919 following the end of World War I. Leighton said LeMoine’s uniform will be added to the historical museum’s military display. The historical society also recently received nine boxes of items belonging to Edna Hill, the renowned teacher whose legacy was immortalized when the Brentwood school that she taught at was named after her in 1953. She was still teaching eighth grade at the school at the time of its renaming. “We received boxes of handwritten notes by Edna Hill,” Leighton said. “She’d probably roll over in her grave if she knew her former students were reading her notes, but they’re exciting to have. She was going to write a book about East County, so she wrote notes on the back of envelopes and napkins – whatever she had handy when someone told her a story. There are notes from a 1950 interview with Judge Robert Wallace (Brentwood’s elected Justice of the Peace) talking about what life was like in 1908. You can’t put a price on that.” Leighton said all the notes and photos will be digitally scanned and filed in the archives. Hill has become a historical figure in her own right. The Knightsen native and Liberty High School graduate began teaching in Knightsen in 1912. She later served as Brentwood school district superintendent from 1930-1937 before returning to the classroom. Hill retired from full-time teaching in 1964 but continued to work at Edna Hill Middle School as a substitute teacher. The East Contra Costa Business and Professional Women’s Club named her Woman of the Year in 1959. She was also one of the founding members of the ECCHS, an owner of the Brentwood News, and a member of the Native Daughters of the Golden West. She died in 1975 at the age of 84. Another helpful addition to the ECCHS archives came from Brentwood resident Barbara Guise, who recently donated dozens of articles about Brentwood published in the late 20th century. “Barbara has always been very involved with what’s going on in Brentwood,” Leighton said. “She was mayor in the early ’80s and has been active in the community for many years, and over time she’s been collecting article clippings about things happening in town going back to the ’60s. She’s a lot like me, collecting all these things, saying that she’ll do something with them later and file them away, so when she found that box of old articles, she decided to give it to us.” Leightson said these original sources are valuable to the archives and would also be preserved digitally. The articles might also provide new dates that could be added to the 2011 edition of the ECCHS calendar, which Leighton is already compiling. The 2010 calendar is available at the Brentwood Press office, 248 Oak St., and the Brentwood Chamber of Commerce office, 8440 Brentwood Blvd., Suite C. The ECCHS Museum will reopen on March 28, 2010. For more information about the historical society, visit www.theschoolbell.com/history. For more information about the calendars or the ECCHS, call Leighton at 925-634-0917. To comment, visit www.thepress.net.

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East County clinics offer free flu shots

It’s a Matter of Law By Barbara A. Frantz

HAPPY NEW YEARS – CHEERS TO NEW ALLIANCES Based on my recent activities it looks as though the economy is improving. Well, maybe not the economy, but certain business enterprises. As I have always maintained, this was not a recession, this is a new economy. The old ways of conducting business are now producing results in some cases but not in most. So, my recommendations throughout the year involved giving my readers new ways of doing business. And I decided that it was important to take my own advice, so I have joined forces with Amy Alvis, of Living Trusts by Amy. Amy has been an attorney for 12 years, and has been a local resident for 8 years. We will now be able to provide legal representation in broader areas (estate planning and business advice), and there will now be additional support to insure your matters are handled timely, efficiently and with the integrity you have come to expect from my office. Combining estate planning with business representation allows us to provide legal services for both individuals and businesses, and to provide for both simple and more complex representation in these areas. I will still be reviewing your contracts, leases, and assisting in the purchase

and sales of your businesses, but now this office can also review your personal issues and provide you the friendly down to earth touch that differentiates our office from typical legal offices. We’ll be at the same location for now, and you can still count on Kathy answering your calls in her helpful manner. Our new name will be Alvis, Frantz and Associates, a Professional Law Corporation. We’ll be having an open house on Tuesday, January 26, 2009 at 5:30 pm at our offices at 9030 Brentwood Blvd., Suite B, Brentwood, California. We’ll be serving fun foods and beverages. We look forward to meeting with you sharing our celebration. If you have any questions, please call Barbara at 925-516-1617 or Amy 925301-7195. The information above is not a substitute for seeking legal advice. Barbara Frantz, local resident for 16 years, has 32 years of legal experience, offering proven solutions for business owners to increase revenues and achieve their long range goals, and now also providing solutions to protect what you have worked so hard for. For a free special report on “Who to contact when a loved one passes”, please call the office at 925-516-1617 or email Barbara at barbara@ bfrantz.com. Law Offices of Barbara A. Frantz, All Rights Reserved. – Advertisement

Contra Costa Health Services will hold its fourth community flu clinic on Sunday, Dec. 6 at the Pittsburg Health Center, 2311 Loveridge Road. The walk-up clinic, offering both H1N1 and seasonal flu shots to priority groups as supplies last, will be open from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. The shots are free. Medical and non-medical volunteers are urgently needed to assist at the clinic. People interested in volunteering should contact Mike McMillan at mmcmillan@ hsd.cccounty.us or 925-313-6859. The clinics are intended for people living in Contra Costa County. Only people in the following priority groups will receive vaccine.

H1N1 vaccine: • Pregnant women. • Children 6 months through 4 years of age. • Children between 5 and 18 who suffer from chronic medical conditions such as asthma, diabetes and heart disease. • Those living with or providing care to infants under 6 months of age.

Seasonal ﬂu vaccine: • Those 60 and older. • Pregnant women. • Those 4 and older who suffer from chronic medical conditions. Information is subject to change based on vaccine availability. Before visiting the flu clinic, check www.cchealth.org or call 888959-9911 for recorded updates.

Garamendi to host town hall meeting in Antioch U.S. Rep. John Garamendi will hold a town hall meeting Saturday, Dec. 5 from 1 to 3 p.m. in the Antioch City Council Chambers, Third and H streets in downtown Antioch. The event will focus on economic development and job creation, and constituents will have an opportunity to ask the congressman a question.

Garemendi was elected Nov. 3 to serve the remaining year of the 10th Congressional District term of Ellen Tauscher, who resigned to take a job in the U.S. State Department. Since taking office he has voted for the House health care reform bill and been appointed to the House Transportation Committee.

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Though our last three winters have brought subpar rainfall, East County skies have the potential to soak us with the enthusiasm of a victorious Super Bowl team dousing its coach with Gatorade.

Earth was a sphere of molten rock, a victim of countless high-speed collisions of asteroids, planetoids and comets. Its oceans were red, not blue. The collisions tapered off and Earth, like a pastry whisked out of the oven, cooled and its magma ocean formed a crust. Then it happened: the invisible gas we call water vapor escaped from the crust and condensed in Earth’s primitive atmosphere. The first clouds were born. Those primordial clouds lashed our planet with rains that cooled the surface further and flooded its hollows to form the first seas. Then, about three billion years ago, another miracle took place: the seas gave birth to single-celled organisms. Life on Earth was off and running. Speaking of miracles, a cloud is not what it seems. To our eyes a cloud appears airy but tangible, like cotton candy. In fact, a cloud

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is nearly an optical illusion. When warm air rich in water vapor rises it expands, cools and condenses onto the tiny particles of dust that inhabit our atmosphere, forming miniscule droplets around the particles. It takes only a few billion of these droplets to accumulate before voilà! A visible cloud takes shape. Direct sunlight, containing all the colors of the spectrum (which added together equal white) reflects off those billions of floating droplets in perfect balance, showing no shift toward any color of the spectrum. That’s why clouds, in their unblemished state, are white. It’s December, time for the canvas of our lives to be embellished with light and music and cheer; time for the canvas of the sky to be brushed with mare’s tails and piled high with anvil heads, stained with crimson and magenta. Things are looking up. And so should we. To comment, visit www.thepress.net.

REI, located in the Streets of Brentwood Lifestyle Center, 2475 Sand Creek Road, is offering an array of classes to help outdoors enthusiasts enjoy their recreational pursuits: Bicycle repair: basic wheel truing Tuesday, Dec. 8, 6 p.m. Learn how to straighten a bent bike wheel for a smoother and safer ride. REI certified bike tech Andy Phelps demonstrates techniques for properly re-tensioning and straightening your wheels. You’re welcome to bring in one of your own wheels for practice on a professional truing stand. Snow camping 101 Thursday, Dec. 10, 7 p.m. Imagine the fun of a day spent backcountry skiing or snowshoeing; it doesn’t need to end as the sun gets low. An REI snow-camping specialist will show you how enjoyable snow camping can be – when you have the right gear and know-how. Learn about tents, snow shelters and sleeping bags/ pads. Find out how to select and set up camp, layer your clothing for maximum warmth, cook nutritious meals and stay properly hydrated. An experienced leader from the Sierra Club’s Snow Camping Section will share information about the section’s popular field training series, now in its 41st year.

Outdoor survival tips for kids and parents Saturday, Dec. 12, 1-4 p.m. Search and rescue professional Leah Waarvik knows from firsthand experience how important it is for families to be prepared when they head out camping and hiking in wilderness areas. As a member of Alameda County Sheriff’s Office Search and Rescue unit and California Rescue Dog Association, she works with her rescue dog Emma to help find people who need to be rescued in the backcountry. Join Waarvik and Emma as Waarvik shares her adventures and autographs her children’s book, “I Sit and Stay: A Survival Guide for Kids” (and parents, too). Tuning/waxing your skis/snowboards Saturday, Dec. 12, 3 p.m. Easy turns, better grip, smooth glide – these are just a few of the benefits you’ll experience when your skis/snowboard are properly tuned and waxed. Join REI snow-sports tech Andy Phelps for a demonstration of the steps in the tuning process: prepping and repairing bases, filing edges and applying wax. Learn how to tune your skis/board for optimal performance in different snow conditions. Find out what tools you’ll need to set up a simple shop at home.

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Don’t jump the gun on police oversight board Editor: After reading about the efforts to create a new Antioch police oversight board, I believe it’s unnecessary. With all due respect to my friend Angel Luevano, he’s jumping to conclusions, assuming the lawsuit against the APD and city by the Section 8 AfricanAmerican women is valid, which is his basis for creating a new police oversight board. We all should wait pending the outcome of that case. Councilmembers Moore and Rocha, who are supposed to represent all the residents of Antioch, need to be neutral and not take sides prior to the ruling by a judge and/or jury. In this country, you’re assumed innocent until proven guilty. They should do the same. But this is a civil case, not criminal, anyway. Another board is unnecessary. We already have a Police-Crime Prevention Commission that, if the council wanted, could be given additional oversight responsibilities in reviewing complaints against the police. However, for now, the council fills that role, as complaints against police employees are either legal and/or personnel matters and are handled in closed session. Any resident has the right to file a complaint against any city employee, any time. Moore’s request is an over-reach of his authority. Only the mayor, in an elected-mayor city, has the power to nominate people to committees and commissions, with approval of the council. As for wanting this proposed board to have input on hiring a police chief, in a general-law, council-manager city such as Antioch, it’s the city manager’s job to hire all the department heads. The council only hires the city manager and the city attorney. As for rehiring Chief

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I owe my success to you Editor: What a privilege it is for me to have my education paid for by a scholarship as I play softball for one of the best universities in the West. U.S. News & World Report ranked Cal Poly as the #1 Public Master’s University in the Western United States for the 15th consecutive year, so as you can see, this is where I want and need to be. I hope that someday you will be watching me on TV, for my desire is to be a sideline news sportscaster. I owe so much to my very first fastpitch softball coach, Michele Moore, who sought me out and took me away from playing Little League baseball when I was 7 years old. Coach Moore said I had speed, so she switched me from a righty to batting left and I soon learned that fast-pitch softball was not a “piece of cake” sport. I then spent eight years developing my skills and made a full circle to end up coming back and playing for Head Coach Moore at Freedom High School my freshman year. I also have had the privilege to finish my high school career playing for Head Coach Jeff Jonas and for four years under Athletic Director Steve Amaro. I also played varsity volleyball and basketball for Freedom. There are many “coaches” I’d like to thank for believing in me and pushing me to be the very best I can be over the past 11 years: Coach Michele Moore and Jeff Jonas, Coach Mike Wiley, Coach Steve Williams, Coach Laura Norwood, Sarah and Tim, Coach Guido Bindi, Coach Paul Buccellato and Allan and Scott, Coach Clark Tourville and Rich, Coach Bill Sparrey, Phil and Kim, Coach Wayne Aweau and Harry, and Coach Pete Aguayo. Last but not least, my fielding and hitting coaches: Buddy Thomas, Dennis Gomes, Debbie Nelsona and Scott Sarginson. On the academic side, I want to say it was an honor for me to be a part of Freedom High School! I especially want to thank my teachers and my school counselor, Tracy Carroll, for all their support while I played sports these past four years. Ms. Carroll knew of the demands sports placed on my schedule, and helped by arranging my classes so that I could meet the honor standards

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accepted at the state and universities I desired to explore. Although Mr. Volta has moved on to be assistant superintendent of personnel at the district, he was a principal that believed in me – and also played a mean game of wiffleball in the quad with us at lunch! My parents and family have been there, they have sacrificed so much for me. It was the love they had for me that allowed me to have the passion and love for the game. Kim Westlund Oakley

Keep treating the troops Editor: Antioch Military Families & Friends (AMFF) would like to thank the VFW Women’s Auxiliary and the VFW Post 6435 on Fulton Shipyard in Antioch for their very generous donations. AMFF supports our troops, military families and veterans. We send care packages every month and have been doing so for the past five years. The donations from the VFW Women’s Auxiliary and Post will help us continue providing support to our troops. I encourage our communities to do their part in helping by supporting our events, collecting donations for our troops and collecting letters or cards of encouragement, and we will gladly send them to our deployed. Thank you to the Eastside Church of Antioch, which just delivered over 300 signed Christmas cards. We need these donations to continue all year, not just the holidays. Our Troops don’t take a break and I won’t, either. You are invited to join us this Saturday, Dec. 5 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. for our Holiday for the TROOPS Craft Fair Fundraiser at Community Presbyterian Church 200 E. Leland Road in Pittsburg, featuring 40 vendors and crafters, raffle prizes and baked goodies benefiting A Piece of Home care-package drive. Please visit our Web site, www. antiochmilitary.com, for all the details and information on where to send your tax-deductible donations. Or e-mail me at josiemonaghan@aol.com. Thank you so very much for your continued support! Jeff and Josie Monaghan Antioch

Thanks for spooktacular fest Editor: The Marsh Creek Parents Club would like to thank everyone who made our annual Halloween Fest on Oct. 30 our very best ever!

Dozens of children had a spooky, fun evening playing games put together by the amazing Marchetti family. They had a great time being scared in the haunted house put on by Boy Scout Troop 90 and listening to DJ Bryan Ferreira. The Parents Club is grateful to all the families and teachers who helped put together 13 beautiful gift baskets for the silent auction and who donated candy and treats for the terrifying treat walk. Many helping hands went into creating our Halloween fest and we appreciate them all! We would especially like to thank the Marchetti family, Boy Scout Troop 90, Bryan Ferreira, Sticky Chicken and Ribs, Cold Stone Creamery, Cheryl Varga, CentroMart, Food Maxx, Katie Neiman Photography, Lollipops, Supercuts, The Blind Stitch, Southwest Airlines, Disneyland Resorts, Best Buy, Blockbuster, Melo’s Pizza and Pasta, the high school student volunteers from the Liberty Union High School District, and all the teachers and staff who volunteered their time. Winnie Kubik President, Marsh Creek Parents Club

A cause for Thanksgiving Editor: On Thanksgiving Day, Golden Hills Community Church held its annual free Thanksgiving Dinner at Veterans Hall in Brentwood. This year we served nearly 1,200 meals between those served at the hall and delivered to homes, gave away nearly 200 bags of groceries, 2,000 pounds of potatoes, and also a great deal of clothing. We couldn’t have done it without a lot of help from the community. There were hundreds of people who helped in many different ways from inside and outside the church body. I couldn’t possibly thank them all by name, but there are some who deserve special recognition for their generous donation of their time, supplies, and/or money. In no particular order, they are the American Legion Post 202, Brentwood Ace Hardware and Jerry Thorpe, Ralph’s Catering and Ralph and Charlene Skelton, Joe Champlain, Dave and Linda Crippin, Sue Harris, Dale and Erin Dameral, Kim Jones, Al and Nellie Garcia, Drew Hanson, Gail Lescher, Nancy McDaniel, Betty Walker, Dainty Center, Celebration Christian School, Golden Hills Christian School, the Brentwood Press, the Contra Costa Times, Brentwood Men’s Club, Food Maxx, Got-A-Party, Trader Joe’s, Raley’s, and Bart Schneider and his group of Edna Hill students. Brian Sharp Chairman

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A sampling of recent law enforcement activity reported by East County police departments. BRENTWOOD Nov. 26, 3:50 a.m. An unidentified person broke through the front window of a business on Balfour Road and stole money from the cash register. Nov. 26, 8:23 a.m. An unidentified person shattered the window of a vehicle parked on Lexington Court. Nov. 26, 10:36 a.m. A subject drove past a vehicle on Anderson Lane in violation of a restraining order. Nov. 26, 12:20 p.m. On Lone Tree Way at Fairview Avenue, a subject stopped for a vehicle code violation was found to be driving on a license suspended for DUI. Nov. 26, 3:21 p.m. On Balfour Road at Minnesota Avenue, a subject stopped for vehicle code violations was found in possession of false registration tabs. Nov. 26, 4:23 p.m. A subject was assaulted by an unidentified person during an argument on Antica Drive. Nov. 26, 4:53 p.m. A subject entered a residence on Tropicana Lane and stole personal property. When he attempted to enter a second residence, he became involved in a fight with the homeowner. He was arrested and found to be in possession of suspected methamphetamine and on felony probation. Nov. 26, 5:32 p.m. On Brentwood Boulevard at Applewood Court, a subject was found to be under the influence of a central nervous system stimulant and in possession of suspected marijuana. He was arrested and taken to the Martinez Detention Facility. Nov. 26, 5:46 p.m. On Amberleaf Way, a subject contacted during a family dispute was found to be too intoxicated to care for her own safety while in a public place. She was arrested and taken to the Martinez Detention Facility. Nov. 26, 10:32 p.m. On Balfour Road at the Highway 4 Bypass, a subject stopped for vehicle code violations was found to be driving on a suspended license. Nov. 27, 8:45 p.m. An unidentified person stole a Christmas decoration from the front of a residence on Holsapple Way. Nov. 27, 9:46 p.m. On Lone Tree Way at Til-

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On Sofia Way, a subject was caught engaged in an exhibition of speed. Nov. 27, 11:02 p.m. in Brentwood collision should call Officer Rick Martin at 925-779-6900, ext. 3343. Nov. 29, 5:49 a.m. Officers of the Antioch Police Department responded to the report of a disturbance in the area of West Fourth and L streets. Upon arrival, officers stopped a vehicle leaving the scene and discovered four subjects in the vehicle, including an 18-year-old Antioch resident suffering from a gunshot wound to the head. The victim was transferred by air to a hospital for treatment and is currently in critical condition. The occupants of the vehicle cooperated with officers and voluntarily came to the Antioch Police Department to provide statements. The investigation into the gunshot wound is ongoing. Those with information regarding this incident should contact Detective Castillo at 925-779-6933. Nov. 30, 7:11 a.m. Officers responded to the report of a stabbing at 1209 Rockspring Way and found a victim suffering from multiple stab wounds to her upper body and head. She was taken to a local hospital and treated for non-life-threatening injuries. Information was obtained from witnesses at the scene that the assailant, 24-year-old Antioch resident Malcolm Williams (the father of the victim’s children), had possibly fled toward the BART Station in Bay Point. A Contra Costa County deputy working in that area spotted Williams and took him into custody. Williams was arrested and taken to Martinez Detention Facility. The investigation is ongoing. For information on law enforcement in Antioch, visit www.ci.antioch.ca.us/citygov/police. OAKLEY Nov. 11 – Burglaries were reported on the 4600 block of Lariat Lane and the 3500 block of Main Street. Nov. 12 – On Francisco Villa Drive at Norcross Lane, a subject was charged with possession of dangerous drugs. Nov. 12 – A vehicle accident with property damage occurred on Bridgehead Road at Main Street. Nov. 12 – An access card was stolen on the 5300 block of Delta Ranch Drive. Nov. 12 – A subject made malicious phone calls to a resident of the 1000 block of Neroly Road. Nov. 13 – A stolen vehicle was recovered on the 4800 block of Bayside Way.

Nov. 13 – Assault with a deadly weapon was reported on the 100 block of Edmeades Court. Nov. 13 – A petty theft of vehicle parts occurred on the 900 block of Forbes Court. Nov. 13 – Incidents of vandalism occurred on the 1400 block of Walnut Meadows Drive and the 200 block of Tudor Court. Nov. 15 – A subject was found under the influence of drugs on East Bolton Road at Main Street. Nov. 16 – A marijuana grow was discovered on the 100 block of Escher Circle. Nov. 16 – A subject presented false identification to a police officer on West Cypress Road at O’Hara Avenue. Nov. 16 – On the 1300 block of Bynum Way, a subject was charged with reckless driving. Nov. 16 – Subjects were arrested for public intoxication on the 100 block of Galleron Court and the 4100 block of Richard Way. Nov. 16 – On Empire Avenue and Neroly Road, a subject was arrested for obstructing an officer. Nov. 17 – Arrest warrants were issued on Live Oak Avenue at Quail Glen Drive and at Main Street and Malicoat Avenue. Nov. 17 – A subject was found littering on Laurel Road at Rose Avenue. Nov. 17 – Residential burglaries were reported on the 400 block of Quail Glen Drive and the 100 block of Loren Lane. Nov. 18 – On the 900 block of Almond Drive, a subject was charged with violation of probation. Nov. 18 – A case of child abuse occurred on the 1200 block of Walnut Meadows Drive. Nov. 18 – Incidents of petty theft were reported on the 300 block of Tate Lane and the 200 block of Chaps Court. Nov. 18 – A case of fraud was reported on the 3800 block of Brown Road. Nov. 20 –Subjects were arrested for driving under the influence of alcohol on Main Street at Rose Avenue; on Applegate Lane at Hill Avenue; and on Main Street at Teakwood Drive. Nov. 20 – A subject brought a weapon onto school grounds on the 100 block of Simoni Ranch Road. Nov. 22 – A subject was found in possession of burglary tools on West Cypress Road at O’Hara Avenue.

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Parade from page 1A see,” said Parade Captain Rick Pierce. “We expect to have a great turnout this year, despite the economy. “So far, we’re right on pace with the number of entries from last year, so it’s going well. It’s a great family event.” This season’s parade will take a different route than last season’s and will necessitate several street closures. The parade will begin at the Discovery Bay Marina, continue right on Marina Road, left on Willow Lake Road and right on Riverlake Road, cross Discovery Bay Boulevard, turn left on Sandpoint Road, left on Discovery Bay Boulevard, and end at the Discovery Bay Shopping Center. Parking is limited and spectators are encouraged to arrive early. For more information, call Rick Pierce at 925-437-9538 or Amanda Dove at 925-4088332.

Landscaping from page 1A hind this.” The proposed project begins at the intersection of Willow Lake Road and Discovery Bay Boulevard and extends along the south side of Willow Lake Road toward Discovery Bay Elementary School. Phase One included the addition of approximately 500 feet of new sidewalk, a park bench, a trellis for shade protection and assorted planter boxes. Phase Two involved the remainder of the property at the corner of Willow Lake Road and Discovery Bay Boulevard and consisted primarily of a wide expanse of new lawn with designations for the Discovery Bay Garden Club (DBGC) to use as demonstration areas. Rebecca Ferguson, a member of the DBGC, said her group would be pleased to serve in an advisory and supportive capacity for the project: “We would love to be consultants. But with water being a problem, why are

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we putting in grass instead of taking it out?” Tetreault wondered the same thing and questioned the location of the project, noting that there appeared to be other sites in town with greater landscaping needs. “The board decided on this location,” said Koehne in a recent phone interview, “because one of the issues we have at the moment is that because of existing levees, the Army Corps of Engineers and FEMA (Federal Emergency Management Agency) are in the process of deciding if trees or shrubs can be planted on levees. So until that is decided we (the town) are left with fewer choices.” At the CSD board meeting, Piepho requested that Koehne find out if the bid bonds have an expiration date that might affect the board’s future decisions regarding the project. Bid bonds are bidders’ deposits intended to keep non-serious bidders out of the process. Koehne said that he reviewed the

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The California Rays 13U baseball players and coaches, front row from left, are Joey O’Neal, Cole Santos, Junior Romero and RJ Prince; middle row: Cameron Pham, Zack Negrete, Ryan Vasquez and Matt Stahli; back row: Coach Darrell O’Neal, Talon Majewski, Jacob Pruitt, Manager Tim Santos and Dustin Dibble.

Glory days for Rays The California Rays 13U baseball club recently won its third championship in six fall tournaments, taking the title at Rainbow Fields. In the course of the fivegame effort, Rays’ batters scored 31 runs while Rays’ pitchers and fielders gave up only five. The Rays won the tournament’s first game against the Modesto Stars by a score of 10-0. They then played the Nor Cal Grizzlies in back-to-back matchups, losing 2-1 and winning 3-1. In the semi-

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final game, the Rays posted another 10-0 blowout, this time against the Next Level Giants. The Rays knew they had their work cut out for them early on in the championship game against Eastlake when Titan batters unleashed the long ball – only to walk away empty when Rays outfielders proved they had wheels and gloves to track down those missiles at the fence. Final score: Rays 7, Titans 2. – Contributed by Dawn Santos

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Deer Valley from page 1B ball to Pittsburg territory. However, after moving the ball to the 15-yard line, the drive stalled, ending with an interception on fourth and 26 that actually could have been a positive for the Wolverines, as the Pittsburg defender made the pick on the 1-yard line and was tackled immediately. Knocking the ball down would have given Pittsburg the ball at the 40. But Pittsburg running back Tracy Clark broke off a 40-yard run that got the Pirates good field position. While they were ultimately forced to punt, they put the Wolverines in a position where all that they could do was run out the remainder of the first half. After the “pick six” by Jiles, the Pirates put the game away with two more fourthquarter touchdowns, both by Mozee, from one and eight yards out. The only question remaining was whether they would preserve the shutout, which they did. Looking back at a great season, Woods said, “No one is going to sneeze at 11-1. The sad thing is that when you are undefeated like that, you are always happy, and we just didn’t play our best game. We played probably one of our not-so-good games. We played a very good football team tonight, and that’s just kind of what happened. We’re in the heat of the section playoffs with an opportunity to go to the semifinals and we just didn’t play that well.” To comment, visit www.thepress.net.

Heritage from page 1B open and put it right past the Warrior goalkeeper. Just 20 minutes later Heritage scored again when Janelle Triplett kicked in a rebound shot from Katie Wiley. That 2-0 score held until Ygnacio Valley finally got on the board on a kick by Maria Escobedo. The Patriots shut down the Warriors from there for the win. “The girls really fought hard throughout the entire game,” said Heritage Coach Randy James. “We were able to get a couple of goals in the first half, and it helped us to succeed.” James took over as varsity girls coach this year after coaching the JV boys team last year. He’s hoping to improve on last year’s girls varsity record of 4-11-4 overall and 2-7-3 in league play. “I don’t know so much about them last year because I was on the boys side,” he said. “I just know that the girls right now are getting better each time we come out. Our challenge right now is to continue to develop and get better.” James added that he’s impressed by “their team spirit. They fight and battle all across the field. That’s something they are continuing to develop and get better at as well.” He’s looking for good things this year from junior midfielder Ari Gordon and the return of junior midfielder/forward Mikayla Griggs after she finishes club play. Heritage hosted Amador Valley Tuesday and travels to American High Saturday before beginning league play at Pittsburg Tuesday, Dec. 8 at 6 p.m. To comment, visit www.thepress.net.

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Raiders honor local martial master Oakland Raiders fans numbering more than 34,000 were recently treated to a halftime celebration honoring the legendary Bruce Lee. In recognition of Lee’s Asian heritage, the Raiders invited nine of the Bay Area’s most prominent martial arts schools to conduct a simultaneous multi-style martial arts halftime demonstration. An action-packed video and slideshow presented on the Jumbotron augmented the demonstration. Among the chosen schools’ masters and grandmasters honored with the Bay Area Fight Arts Hall of Fame & Recognition Award was Sensei Roger B. Hamilton of Hamilton Martial Arts Academy (HMA), located in Brentwood. Presenting the award was none other than Linda Lee, wife of Bruce Lee and active martial arts dignitary. “This is a lot of fun,” said Hamilton as he left the field to prepare his students for their demonstration. “After 40 years of wrestling, boxing and karate training, I still get excited about this stuff. Mine is a blessed life.” Among Hamilton’s many achievements are membership in the USA Martial Arts Hall of Fame, the Action Martial Arts Magazine Hall of Fame and the American Martial Arts Alliance Hall of Fame. His academy teaches traditional Shotokan karate, power kickboxing, wrestling and box-

ing. HMA is home to some of the most disciplined children, teenagers and adult students from the East Contra Costa County community. The demonstration team was comprised of Axel Brugere, Sophie Brugere, Kelly Brugere, Estelle Brugere, Noemi Botor, Vincent Luckett, Trina Robinson, Eli Ragasa, Nyla Lampkin, Paolo Mirano, Ethan Tadlock, Necole Cayanan, Nealsen Cayanan, Aaron Anderson, Ali Hamilton and team captain Omar Hamilton. Hamilton may be reached by phone at 925-884-3800 or by e-mail at info@hamiltonkarate.com. The academy’s Web site is www.hamiltonkarate.com.

Roger B. Hamilton, owner of Hamilton Martial Arts Academy in Brentwood, was presented with the Bay Area Fight Arts Hall of Fame & Recognition Award at a recent Oakland Raiders game.

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Merry Christmas crafts Handmade holiday items bring a unique and personal touch to the season, making the giver and receiver feel special. This year, millions of families will be spending more time together creating low or no-cost crafts such as gifts, cards and decorations. In fact, the Craft & Hobby Association (CHA) estimates that almost 43 million U.S. households will create handcrafted holiday gifts and decorations this year. “Crafting provides an opportunity to spend time with friends and family while creating unique, one-of-a-kind gifts that don’t need to cost a lot of money,” said CHA President and CEO Steve Berger. To inspire you, here’s an idea to get you crafting this holiday season:

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el using an even pressure on the bottle. Squeeze thin lines of gold in assorted sizes of swirls on place mat. Immediately and carefully place scratch paper over paint and lightly rub over paper. Remove paper and tape. Let dry. Continue with remainder of placemats and napkins. Add a gold metallic line around edge of pattern and across the diagonal on the napkin. Let dry. Squeeze a thin line of gold glitter to all swirls and dry. Squeeze a thin line of Fabric Fusion next to edge on the top of placemat. Press bulky yarn into glue. When dry, flip placemats over, apply a bead of glue to edge and press in eyelash yarn, twisting yarn so fibers show around edge. Let dry. Napkin Rings: Measure and cut a strip of cardstock 2x7 inches. Apply Fast Grab to one end of strip overlap and hold with tape until dry. Continue with desired amount of napkin rings. Cut strips of gold fabric 4x7½ inches. Apply a thin even coating Fast Grab to the ring; press on fabric and smooth with fingers. Apply glue to the fabric edges and fold to the inside and press to secure. Let dry. Cut a 12-inch piece of both yarns and wrap together. Tie around napkin ring and knot on top. Add a dot of glue to the back of the knot to hold in place. Trim ends. Cut the shank from the back of button; add glue and press in place over the knot. For votive and place card instructions, visit www.ilovetocraft.com. – Courtesy of Family Features

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Wilhite to host signing uthor Phillip Wilhite will be at Barnes & Noble Booksellers, 5709 Lone Tree Way in Antioch, on Thursday, Dec. 10 at 5:30 p.m. to sign copies of “Surviving Chadwick.” The book signing is also being held in support of the Antioch High School Band Backers. The story traces the struggle of Isaiah, a 15-year-old from innercity Oakland, to ﬁnd his way in a world far different from his own. In 1973 Isaiah was awarded a scholarship to attend one of California’s elite boarding schools – and found that as an African-American, he didn’t have much in common with most of the other students and teachers at Chadwick. Wilhite lives in Oakland and has written prep sports articles for the Oakland Tribune. He also freelances stories for the Philadelphia Inquirer, and writes book reviews for the Philadelphia Tribune.

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NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE T.S. No. GM-189799-C Loan No. 7439187865 YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 4/11/2005. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. A public auction sale to the highest bidder for cash, cashier’s check drawn on a state or national bank, check drawn by a state or federal credit union, or a check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association, or savings association, or savings bank specified in Section 5102 of the Financial Code and authorized to do business in this state, will be held by the duly appointed trustee. The sale will be made, but without covenant or warranty, expressed or implied, regarding title, possession, or encumbrances, to satisfy the obligation secured by said Deed of Trust. The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the property address or other common designation, if any, shown herein. TRUSTOR: Tamim Naemi, a married man, as his sole and separate property Recorded 4/18/2005 as Instrument No. 2005-0134812-00 in Book , page of Official Records in the office of the Recorder of Contra Costa County, California, Date of Sale: 12/18/2009 at 10:00 AM Place of Sale: At the Court Street entrance to the County Courthouse, 725 Court Street (corner of Main and Court Street), Martinez, California Property Address is purported to be: 2308 WINDY SPRINGS LANE BRENTWOOD, CA 94513 APN #: 019-060-066 The total amount secured by said instrument as of the time of initial publication of this notice is $533,914.00, which includes the total amount of the unpaid balance (including accrued and unpaid interest) and reasonable estimated costs, expenses, and advances at the time of initial publication of this notice. Pursuant to California Civil Code 2923.54 the undersigned, on behalf of the beneficiary, loan servicer or authorized agent, declares as follows: [ 1 ] The mortgage loan servicer has obtained from the commissioner a final or temporary order of exemption pursuant to Section 2923.53 that is current and valid on the date the notice of sale is filed; [ 2 ] The timeframe for giving notice of sale specified in subdivision (a) of Section 2923.52 does not apply pursuant to Section 2923.52 or 2923.55. Date: 11/20/2009 ETS Services, LLC 2255 North Ontario Street, Suite 400 Burbank, California 91504- 3120 Sale Line: 714-730-2727 Omar Solorzano, TRUSTEE SALE OFFICER ASAP# 3340787 11/- 27/2009, 12/04/2009, 12/11/2009 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 Publish Dates: November 27, December 4, 11, 2009 STATEMENT OF ABANDONMENT OF USE OF FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME File No. #F-0009265-00 The name of the business (es): Yogurt Island Located at: 3100 Main Street, Suite 282 In: Oakley, CA 94561 Is hereby registered by the following owner(s): William D. Dixon and Darlene L. Dixon, 93 Ottawa Street, Oakley, CA 94561. This business is conducted by: Individuals (Husband and Wife) The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on: December 30, 2008. Signature of registrant: William D. Dixon, Jr. This statement was filed with Stephen L Weir, County Clerk Of Contra Costa County on: November 4, 2009 By: C. Garcia, Deputy Expires: November 4, 2014 Oakley Press No. 03-0477 Publish: November 13, 20, 27, December 4, 2009 NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE T.S. No. GM-210157-C Loan No. 7655554178 YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 9/13/2006. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. A public auction sale to the highest bidder for cash, cashier’s check drawn on a state or national bank, check drawn by a state or federal credit union, or a check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association, or savings association, or savings bank specified in Section 5102 of the Financial Code and authorized to do business in this state, will be held by the duly appointed trustee. The sale will be made, but without covenant or warranty, expressed or implied, regarding title, possession, or encumbrances, to satisfy the obligation secured by said Deed of Trust. The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the property address or other common designation, if any, shown herein. TRUSTOR: ROSA V POCASANGRE, AN UNMARRIED WOMAN AS HER SOLE AND SEPARATE Recorded 9/18/2006 as Instrument No. 2006-0293330-00 in Book, page of Official Records in the office of the Recorder of Contra Costa County, California, Date of Sale:12/28/2009 at 10:00 AM Place of Sale: At the Court Street entrance to the County Courthouse, 725 Court Street (corner of Main and Court Street), Martinez, California Property Address is purported to be: 2833 LINCOLN LN ANTIOCH, CA 94509 APN #: 068-164-018 The total amount secured by said instrument as of the time of initial publication of this notice is $405,535.00, which includes the total amount of the unpaid balance (including accrued and unpaid interest) and reasonable estimated costs, expenses, and advances at the time of initial publication of this notice. Pursuant to California Civil Code

2923.54 the undersigned, on behalf of the beneficiary, loan servicer or authorized agent, declares as follows: [ 1 ] The mortgage loan servicer has obtained from the commissioner a final or temporary order of exemption pursuant to Section 2923.53 that is current and valid on the date the notice of sale is filed; [ 2 ] The timeframe for giving notice of sale specified in subdivision (a) of Section 2923.52 does not apply pursuant to Section 2923.52 or 2923.55. ETS Services, LLC Date: 11/26/2009 2255 North Ontario Street, Suite 400 Burbank, California 91504- 3120 Sale Line: 714-730-2727 Omar Solorzano, TRUSTEE SALE OFFICER ASAP# 3342150 12/- 04/2009, 12/11/2009, 12/18/2009 Antioch Press No. 06-1617 Publish Dates: December 4, 11, 18, 2009 NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE Trustee Sale No.: 20090015000166 Title Order No.: 932813 FHA/VA/PMI No.: - YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST, DATED 05/31/- 2006. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. NDEX WEST, LLC, as duly appointed Trustee under and pursuant to Deed of Trust Recorded on 06/06/- 2006 as Instrument No. 2006- 0177229-00 of official records in the office of the County Recorder of CONTRA COSTA County, State of CALIFORNIA. EXECUTED BY: GUILLERMO MONTOYA AND RAQUEL MONTOYA, WILL SELL AT PUBLIC AUCTION TO HIGHEST BIDDER FOR CASH, CASHIER’S CHECK/CASH EQUIVALENT or other form of payment authorized by 2924h(b), (payable at time of sale in lawful money of the United States). DATE OF SALE: 01/07/2010 TIME OF SALE: 10:00 AM PLACE OF SALE: AT THE COURT STREET ENTRANCE TO THE COUNTY COURTHOUSE, 725 COURT STREET (CORNER OF MAIN AND COURT STREET), MARTINEZ, CA. STREET ADDRESS and other common designation, if any, of the real property described above is purported to be: 171 COYOTE CT, BRENTWOOD, CALIFORNIA 94513 APN#: 018-350-001-6 The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address and other common designation, if any , shown herein. Said sale will be made, but without covenant or warranty, expressed or implied, regarding title, possession, or encumbrances, to pay the remaining principal sum of the note(s) secured by said Deed of Trust, with interest thereon, as provided in said note(s), advances, under the terms of said Deed of Trust, fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee and of the trusts created by said Deed of Trust. The total amount of the unpaid balance of the obligation secured by the property to be sold and reasonable estimated costs, expenses and advances at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale is $302,760.56. The beneficiary under said Deed of Trust heretofore executed and delivered to the undersigned a written Declaration of Default and Demand for Sale, and a written Notice of Default and Election to Sell. The undersigned caused said Notice of Default and Election to Sell to be recorded in the county where the real property is located. FOR TRUSTEE SALE INFORMATION PLEASE CALL: AGENCY SALES & POSTING 3210 EL CAMINO REAL, SUITE 200 IRVINE, CA 92602 714-730- 2727 www.lpsasap.com NDEx West, L.L.C. as Authorized Agent Dated: 12/04/2009 NDEx West, L. L.C. MAY BE ACTING AS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. ASAP# 3355998 12/04/2009, 12/11/2009, 12/18/2009 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 Publish Dates: December 4, 11, 18, 2009 NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE Trustee Sale No. 74-34386-3 Title Order No.090481068 APN 073-261-077 The mortgage loan servicer has obtained a final order of exemption pursuant to CA CIV. CODE 2923.53 that is current and valid as of the date that the Notice of Trustee’s Sale was filed or given. YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 08/21/2006. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDINGS AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. On 12/10/- 2009 at 10:00AM, HOUSEKEY FINANCIAL CORPORATION as the duly appointed Trustee under and pursuant to Deed of Trust Recorded on 08/24/2006, as Instrument # 20060268960-00 of official records in the Office of the Recorder of CONTRA COSTA County, California, executed by: GLORIA PALMER, SINGLE, as Trustor, BENEFICIAL CALIFORNIA INC (Original Lender) and HSBC MORTGAGE SERVICES INC., as current Servicer/Lender, WILL SELL AT PUBLIC AUCTION TO THE HIGHEST BIDDER FOR CASH (payable at time of sale in lawful money of the United States, by cash, a cashier’s check drawn by a state or national bank, a check drawn by a state or federal credit union, or a check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association, savings association, or savings bank specified in section 5102 of the Financial Code and authorized to do business in this state). At: THE COURT STREET ENTRANCE TO THE COUNTY COURTHOUSE, 725 COURT STREET (CORNER OF MAIN AND COURT STREET), MARTINEZ, CA, all right, title and interest conveyed to and now held by it under said

Deed of Trust in the property situated in said County, California describing the land therein: AS MORE FULLY DESCRIBED IN THE ABOVE MENTIONED DEED OF TRUST. The property heretofore described is being sold “as is”. The street address and other common designation, if any, of the real property described above is purported to be: 1968 PLYMOUTH DR, PITTSBURG, CA 94565. The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address and other common designation, if any, shown herein. Said sale will be made, but without covenant or warranty, expressed or implied, regarding title, possession, or encumbrances, to pay the remaining principal sum of the note(s) secured by said Deed of Trust, with interest thereon, as provided in said note(s), advances, if any, under the terms of the Deed of Trust, estimated fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee and of the trusts created by said Deed of Trust, to-wit: $298398.29 (Estimated). Accrued interest and additional advances, if any, will increase this figure prior to sale. CONDITION OF SALE: The successful bidder will be required to pay county documentary transfer tax, any city tax, and any other applicable taxes or fees (including, but not limited to, the fee for recording Preliminary Change of Ownership report) to the auctioneer at the time of sale. If the Trustee is unable to convey title for any reason, the successful bidder’s sole and exclusive remedy shall be the return of monies paid to the Trustee and the successful bidder shall have no further recourse. The beneficiary under said Deed of Trust heretofore executed and delivered to the undersigned a written Declaration of Default and Demand for Sale, and a written Notice of Default and Election to Sell. The undersigned caused said Notice of Default and Election to Sell to be recorded in the county where the real property is located and more than three months have elapsed since such recordation. DATE: 11/13/09 HOUSEKEY FINANCIAL CORPORATION P.O. BOX 60145 CITY OF INDUSTRY, CA 91716 For Sale Information: (714)7302727, www.fidelityasap.com or www. priorityposting.com TO NOTIFY TRUSTEE OF BANKRUPTCY FILINGS, PLEASE FAX FACE PAGE OF BANKRUPTCY PETITION TO (909) 397-3914 Betty Schwab , Trustee Sales Officer HOUSEKEY FINANCIAL CORPORATION MAY BE ACTING AS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED MAY BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. ASAP# 3345282 11/20/2009, 11/- 27/2009, 12/04/2009 Brentwood Press No, 02-1273 Publish Dates: November 20, 27, December 4, 2009

follows: The mortgagee, beneficiary or authorized agent has tried with due diligence to contact the borrower to discuss the borrower’s financial situation and to explore options for the borrower to avoid foreclosure as required by Cal. Civ. Code Section 2923.5. Thirty days or more have elapsed since these due diligence efforts were completed. Date: 10/16/08 [ 1 ] The mortgage loan servicer has obtained from the commissioner a final or temporary order of exemption pursuant to Section 2923.53 that is current and valid on the date the notice of sale is filed; [ 2 ] The timeframe for giving notice of sale specified in subdivision (a) of Section 2923.52 does not apply pursuant to Section 2923.52 . If the Trustee is unable to convey title for any reason, the successful bidder’s sole and exclusive remedy shall be the return of monies paid to the Trustee, and the successful bidder shall have no further recourse. If the sale is set aside for any reason, the Purchaser at the sale shall be entitled only to a return of the deposit paid. The Purchaser shall have no further recourse against the Mortgagor, the Mortgagee, or the Mortgagee’s Attorney. Date: 11/17/2009 Quality Loan Service Corp. 2141 5th Avenue San Diego, CA 92101 619-645-7711 For NON SALE information only Sale Line: 714- 730-2727 or Login to: www. fidelityasap.com Reinstatement Line: (877) 908- 4357 Quality Loan Service, Corp. If you have previously been discharged through bankruptcy, you may have been released of personal liability for this loan in which case this letter is intended to exercise the note holder’s rights against the real property only. THIS NOTICE IS SENT FOR THE PURPOSE OF COLLECTING A DEBT. THIS FIRM IS ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT ON BEHALF OF THE HOLDER AND OWNER OF THE NOTE. ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED BY OR PROVIDED TO THIS FIRM OR THE CREDITOR WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. As required by law, you are hereby notified that a negative credit report reflecting on your credit record may be submitted to a credit report agency if you fail to fulfill the terms of your credit obligations. ASAP# 3343862 11/27/2009, 12/04/- 2009, 12/11/2009 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 Publish Dates: November 27, December 4, 11, 2009

successful bidder shall have no further recourse. If the sale is set aside for any reason, the Purchaser at the sale shall be entitled only to a return of the deposit paid. The Purchaser shall have no further recourse against the Mortgagor, the Mortgagee, or the Mortgagee’s Attorney. Date: 11/16/2009 Quality Loan Service Corp. 2141 5th Avenue San Diego, CA 92101 619-645-7711 For NON SALE information only Sale Line: 714-730-2727 or Login to: www. fidelityasap.com Reinstatement Line: 619-645-7711 Quality Loan Service, Corp. If you have previously been discharged through bankruptcy, you may have been released of personal liability for this loan in which case this letter is intended to exercise the note holder’s rights against the real property only. THIS NOTICE IS SENT FOR THE PURPOSE OF COLLECTING A DEBT. THIS FIRM IS ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT ON BEHALF OF THE HOLDER AND OWNER OF THE NOTE. ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED BY OR PROVIDED TO THIS FIRM OR THE CREDITOR WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. As required by law, you are hereby notified that a negative credit report reflecting on your credit record may be submitted to a credit report agency if you fail to fulfill the terms of your credit obligations. ASAP# 3345627 11/- 27/2009, 12/04/2009, 12/11/2009 Brentwood Press No. 021273 Publish Dates: November 27, December 4, 11, 2009 NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE Trustee Sale No. 7091775 Loan No. 9517031091 YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST, DATED 4/3/2007. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. On 12/17/2009 at 10:00 AM, Max Default Services Corporation, as duly appointed Trustee under and pursuant to Deed of Trust recorded 4/10/2007, as Instrument No. 2007-0103430-00, in book -, page -, of Official Records in the office of the County Recorder of Contra Costa County, State of California, executed by Dennis Benitez and Cynthia Benitez, Husband and Wife, WILL SELL AT PUBLIC AUCTION TO HIGHEST BIDDER FOR CASH, CASHIER’S CHECK/CASH EQUIVALENT or other form of payment authorized by 2924h(b), (payable at time of sale in lawful money of the United States), At the Court Street entrance to the County Courthouse, 725 Court Street (corner of Main and Court Street), Martinez, CA. All right, title and interest conveyed to and now held by it under said Deed of Trust in the property situated in said County and State, described as: FULLY DESCRIBED IN THE ABOVE DEED OF TRUST. APN # 010-320-073 The street address and other common designation, if any, of the real property described above is purported to be: 372 Chaucer Drive, Brentwood, CA 94513 The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address and other common designation, if any, shown herein. Said sale will be made, but without covenant or warranty, expressed or implied, regarding title, possession, or encumbrances, to pay the remaining principal sum of the note(s) secured by said Deed of Trust, with interest thereon, as provided in said note(s), advances, if any, under the terms of said Deed of Trust, fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee and of the trusts created by said Deed of Trust. The total amount of the unpaid balance of the obligation secured by the property to be sold and reasonable estimated costs, expenses and advances at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale is: $416,594.54 The beneficiary under said Deed of Trust heretofore executed and delivered to the undersigned a written Declaration of Default and Demand for Sale. The undersigned caused a Notice of Default and Election to Sell to be recorded in the county where the real property is located. Pursuant to California Civil Code Section 2923.54, Lender or Servicer has declared it has obtained a final or temporary order of exemption pursuant to Section 2923.53 from the Commissioner that is current and valid as of the date of this Notice of Trustee’s Sale and the requirements of Section 2923.52(a) does not apply to this Notice of Trustee’s Sale. Dated: 11/20/2009 MAX DEFAULT SERVICES CORPORATION 43180 Business Park Drive, Ste 100 Temecula, CA 92590 Ryan Remington/Authorized Signature FOR TRUSTEE’S SALE INFORMATION PLEASE CALL 714-259-7850 Max Default Services Corp. is attempting to collect a debt. Any information obtained will be used for that purpose. ASAP# 3353218 11/27/2009, 12/04/2009, 12/11/2009 Brentwood Press No. 021273 Publish Dates: November 27, December 4, 11, 2009 NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE TS No. 09-0070478 Title Order No. 09-8-204943 Investor/Insurer No. 133893497 APN No. 016-290- 092-2 YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST, DATED 03/31/2006. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER.” Notice is hereby given that RECONTRUST COMPANY, N.A., as duly appointed trustee pursuant to the Deed of Trust executed by: FERNANDO MARTINEZ, AND CLAUDIA MARTINEZ, dated 03/31/2006 and recorded 04/11/06, as Instrument No. 2006-0111043-00, in Book -, Page -), of Official Records in the office of the County Recorder of Contra Costa County, State of

California, will sell on 12/- 10/2009 at 10:00AM, At the Court Street entrance to the County Courthouse (corner of Main and Court Street), 725 Court Street Martinez, CA 94553 at public auction, to the highest bidder for cash or check as described below, payable in full at time of sale, all right, title, and interest conveyed to and now held by it under said Deed of Trust, in the property situated in said County and State and as more fully described in the above referenced Deed of Trust. The street address and other common designation, if any, of the real property described above is purported to be: 161 TRENT PLACE, BRENTWOOD, CA, 94513. The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address and other common designation, if any, shown herein. The total amount of the unpaid balance with interest thereon of the obligation secured by the property to be sold plus reasonable estimated costs, expenses and advances at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale is $474,924.18. It is possible that at the time of sale the opening bid may be less than the total indebtedness due. In addition to cash, the Trustee will accept cashier’s checks drawn on a state or national bank, a check drawn by a state or federal credit union, or a check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association, savings association, or savings bank specified in Section 5102 of the Financial Code and authorized to do business in this state. Said sale will be made, in an ‘’AS IS’’ condition, but without covenant or warranty, express or implied, regarding title, possession or encumbrances, to satisfy the indebtedness secured by said Deed of Trust, advances thereunder, with interest as provided, and the unpaid principal of the Note secured by said Deed of Trust with interest thereon as provided in said Note, plus fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee and of the trusts created by said Deed of Trust. If required by the provisions of section 2923.5 of the California Civil Code, the declaration from the mortgagee, beneficiary or authorized agent is attached to the duly recorded with the appropriate County Recorder’s Office. DATED: 08/28/2009 RECONTRUST COMPANY, N.A. 1800 Tapo Canyon Rd., CA6-914- 01-94 SIMI VALLEY, CA 93063 Phone: (800) 281 8219, Sale Information (626) 927-4399 By: - Trustee’s Sale Officer RECONTRUST COMPANY, N.A. is a debt collector attempting to collect a debt. Any information obtained will be used for that purpose. ASAP# 3336074 11/20/- 2009, 11/27/2009, 12/04/2009 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 Publish Dates: November 20, 27, December 4, 2009

the trusts created by said Deed of Trust, to-wit: $507,557.92 (Estimated). Accrued interest and additional advances, if any, will increase this figure prior to sale. CONDITION OF SALE: The successful bidder will be required to pay county documentary transfer tax, any city tax, and any other applicable taxes or fees (including, but not limited to, the fee for recording Preliminary Change of Ownership report) to the auctioneer at the time of sale. If the Trustee is unable to convey title for any reason, the successful bidder’s sole and exclusive remedy shall be the return of monies paid to the Trustee and the successful bidder shall have no further recourse. The beneficiary under said Deed of Trust heretofore executed and delivered to the undersigned a written Declaration of Default and Demand for Sale, and a written Notice of Default and Election to Sell. The undersigned caused said Notice of Default and Election to Sell to be recorded in the county where the real property is located and more than three months have elapsed since such recordation. DATE: 11/17/09 HOUSEKEY FINANCIAL CORPORATION P.O. BOX 60145 CITY OF INDUSTRY, CA 91716 For Sale Information: (714)730-2727, www.fidelityasap. com or www.priorityposting.com TO NOTIFY TRUSTEE OF BANKRUPTCY FILINGS, PLEASE FAX FACE PAGE OF BANKRUPTCY PETITION TO (909) 397-3914 Betty Schwab, Trustee Sales Officer ASAP# 3349074 11/20/2009, 11/27/2009, 12/04/2009 Antioch Press No. 06-1617 Publish Dates: November 20, 27, December 4, 2009 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File #F-0007546-00 The name of the business (es): Aim To Please Janitorial Services Located at: 11 Eagle Peak Place In: Clayton, CA 94517 Is hereby registered by the following owner(s): Mark R. Hutfliess. This business is conducted by: an Individual The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on: N/A. Signature of registrant: Mark R. Hutfliess This statement was filed with Stephen L Weir, County Clerk Of Contra Costa County on: October 23, 2009 By: J. Odegaard, Deputy Expires: October 23, 2014 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 Publish: November 20, 27, December 4, 11, 2009 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File #F-0008254-00 The name of the business (es): aBloom Located at: 2417 Spyglass Drive In: Brentwood, CA 94513 Is hereby registered by the following owner(s): Chun Hee Kim, 2417 Spyglass Drive, Brentwood, CA 94513. This business is conducted by: an Individual The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on: N/A. Signature of registrant: Chun Hee Kim This statement was filed with Stephen L Weir, County Clerk Of Contra Costa County on: November 17, 2009 By: Lisset Barajas, Deputy Expires: November 17, 2014 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 Publish: November 27, December 4, 11, 18, 2009

NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE TS # CA-08-181951-TC Order # E836528 YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 11/1/2005. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. A public auction sale to the highest bidder for cash, cashier’s check drawn on a state or national bank, check drawn by state or federal credit union, or a check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association, or savings association, or savings bank specified in Section 5102 to the Financial code and authorized to do business in this state, will be held by duly appointed trustee. The sale will be made, but without covenant or warranty, expressed or implied, regarding title, possession, or encumbrances, to pay the remaining principal sum of the note(s) secured by the Deed of Trust, with interest and late charges thereon, as provided in the note(s), advances, under the terms of the Deed of Trust, interest thereon, fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee for the total amount (at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale) reasonably estimated to be set forth below. The amount may be greater on the day of sale. BENEFICIARY MAY ELECT TO BID LESS THAN THE TOTAL AMOUNT DUE. Trustor(s): THOMAS A MAZZA, JR., A MARRIED MAN, AS HIS SOLE AND SEPARATE PROPERTY Recorded: 11/8/2005 as Instrument No. 2005-0432775-00 in book - , page - of Official Records in the office of the Recorder of CONTRA COSTA County, California; Date of Sale: 12/17/2009 at 10:00 AM Place of Sale: At the Court Street entrance to the County Courthouse (corner of Main and Court Street), 725 Court Street Martinez, CA 94553 Amount of unpaid balance and other charges: $512,922.10 The purported property address is: 214 CARTER PL BRENTWOOD, CA 94513 Assessors Parcel No. 016-290-046 The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the property address or other common designation, if any, shown herein. If no street address or other common designation is shown, please refer to the referenced legal description for property location. In the event no common address or common designation of the property is provided herein directions to the location of the property may be obtained within 10 days of the date of first publication of this Notice of Sale by sending a written request to OneWest Bank, FSB 2900 Esperanza Crossing Austin TX 78758. Pursuant to California Civil Code 2923.5 ( c), the beneficiary or authorized agent declares as follows: DECLARATION PURSUANT TO CAL. CIV. CODE SECTION 2923.5(b): The undersigned mortgagee, beneficiary or authorized agent hereby declares under penalty of perjury, under the laws of the State of California, as

NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE TS # CA-09-259437-PJ Order # 090179671-CA-GTI YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 2/10/2006. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. A public auction sale to the highest bidder for cash, cashier’s check drawn on a state or national bank, check drawn by state or federal credit union, or a check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association, or savings association, or savings bank specified in Section 5102 to the Financial code and authorized to do business in this state, will be held by duly appointed trustee. The sale will be made, but without covenant or warranty, expressed or implied, regarding title, possession, or encumbrances, to pay the remaining principal sum of the note(s) secured by the Deed of Trust, with interest and late charges thereon, as provided in the note(s), advances, under the terms of the Deed of Trust, interest thereon, fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee for the total amount (at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale) reasonably estimated to be set forth below. The amount may be greater on the day of sale. BENEFICIARY MAY ELECT TO BID LESS THAN THE TOTAL AMOUNT DUE. Trustor(s): NATHAN BEHRMANN AND RENAY BEHRMANN, HUSBAND AND WIFE Recorded: 2/16/2006 as Instrument No. 2006-0049825-00 in book - , page - of Official Records in the office of the Recorder of CONTRA COSTA County, California; Date of Sale: 12/17/2009 at 10:00 AM Place of Sale: At the Court Street entrance to the County Courthouse (corner of Main and Court Street), 725 Court Street Martinez, CA 94553 Amount of unpaid balance and other charges: $444,370.18 The purported property address is: 122 PANORAMA WAY BRENTWOOD, CA 94513 Assessors Parcel No. 010-470011 The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the property address or other common designation, if any, shown herein. If no street address or other common designation is shown, please refer to the referenced legal description for property location. In the event no common address or common designation of the property is provided herein directions to the location of the property may be obtained within 10 days of the date of first publication of this Notice of Sale by sending a written request to Washington Mutual Bank, FA 7301 Baymeadows Way Jacksonville FL 32256. Pursuant to California Civil Code 2923.54 the undersigned, on behalf of the beneficiary, loan servicer or authorized agent, declares as follows: [ 1 ] The mortgage loan servicer has not obtained from the commissioner a final or temporary order of exemption pursuant to Section 2923.53 that is current and valid on the date the notice of sale is filed; [ 2 ] The timeframe for giving notice of sale specified in subdivision (a) of Section 2923.52 does apply to this notice of sale. If the Trustee is unable to convey title for any reason, the successful bidder’s sole and exclusive remedy shall be the return of monies paid to the Trustee, and the

NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE Trustee Sale No. 74-34149-2 Title Order No.090450281 APN 071-041-014 The mortgage loan servicer has obtained a final order of exemption pursuant to CA CIV. CODE 2923.53 that is current and valid as of the date that the Notice of Trustee’s Sale was filed or given. YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 02/02/2007. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDINGS AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. On 12/10/2009 at 10:00AM, HOUSEKEY FINANCIAL CORPORATION as the duly appointed Trustee under and pursuant to Deed of Trust Recorded on 02/23/2007, as Instrument 2007-0055538-00 of official records in the Office of the Recorder of CONTRA COSTA County, California, executed by: TRACY M. LORY AND KEVIN D. LORY, WIFE AND HUSBAND, AS JOINT TENANTS, as Trustor, MERS as Beneficiary and CAPITAL ONE HOME LOANS, LLC. as Lender (Original Lender) and HSBC MORTGAGE SERVICES INC., as current Servicer/Lender, WILL SELL AT PUBLIC AUCTION TO THE HIGHEST BIDDER FOR CASH (payable at time of sale in lawful money of the United States, by cash, a cashier’s check drawn by a state or national bank, a check drawn by a state or federal credit union, or a check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association, savings association, or savings bank specified in section 5102 of the Financial Code and authorized to do business in this state). At: THE COURT STREET ENTRANCE TO THE COUNTY COURTHOUSE, 725 COURT STREET (CORNER OF MAIN AND COURT STREET), MARTINEZ, CA, all right, title and interest conveyed to and now held by it under said Deed of Trust in the property situated in said County, California describing the land therein: AS MORE FULLY DESCRIBED IN THE ABOVE MENTIONED DEED OF TRUST. The property heretofore described is being sold “as is”. The street address and other common designation, if any, of the real property described above is purported to be: 2757 ALCALA STREET, ANTIOCH, CA 94509. The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address and other common designation, if any, shown herein. Said sale will be made, but without covenant or warranty, expressed or implied, regarding title, possession, or encumbrances, to pay the remaining principal sum of the note(s) secured by said Deed of Trust, with interest thereon, as provided in said note(s), advances, if any, under the terms of the Deed of Trust, estimated fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee and of

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File #F-0008195-00 The name of the business (es): Precious Journey Hospice Located at: 90 Alpine Court In: Brentwood, CA 94513 Is hereby registered by the following owner(s): Kimberli Williams, 90 Alpine Court, Brentwood, CA 94513; Naenia Griffin, 4315 Rilea Way, #1, Oakland, CA 94605; Yolanda Marshall, 1967 Sugar Loaf Mtn. Court, Antioch, CA 94531 This business is conducted by: a General Partnership The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on: N/A. Signature of registrant: Kimberli Williams; Yolanda Marshall; Naenia GriffinThis statement was filed with Stephen L Weir, County Clerk Of Contra Costa County on: November 16, 2009 By: C. Garcia, Deputy Expires: November 16, 2014 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 Publish: November 27, December 4, 11, 18, 2009 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File #F-0008010-00 The name of the business (es): Special Touch Cleaning Service Located at: 13 Birmingham Court In: Oakley, CA 94561 Is hereby registered by the following owner(s): Connie Bluebaugh, 13 Birminghma Court, Oakley, CA 94561. This business is conducted by: an Individual The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on: N/A. Signature of registrant: Connie Bluebaugh This statement was filed with Stephen L Weir, County Clerk Of Contra Costa County on: November 9, 2009 By: J. Odegaard, Deputy Expires: November 9, 2014 Oakley Press No. 03-0477 Publish: November 27, December 4, 11, 18, 2009 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File #F-0008054-00 The name of the business (es): Western States Field Inspections Located at: 201 Dennis Court In: Oakley, CA 94561 Is hereby registered by the following owner(s): Lynette Diaz and Jesus Diaz, 201 Dennis Court, Oakley, CA 94561. This business is conducted by: Husband and Wife The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on: N/A. Signature of registrant: Lynette Diaz This statement was filed with Stephen L Weir, County Clerk Of Contra Costa County on: November 10, 2009 By: P. Cornelius, Deputy Expires: November 10, 2014 Oakley Press No. 03-0477 Publish: November 20, 27, December 3, 11, 2009

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NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE TS No. 09-0076085 Title Order No. 09-8-223257 Investor/Insurer No. 109655022 APN No. 019-820- 002-4-01 YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST, DATED 07/07/2005. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER.” Notice is hereby given that RECONTRUST COMPANY, N. A., as duly appointed trustee pursuant to the Deed of Trust executed by: BALHAR SINGH GARCHA AND SUKHWINDER KAUR GARCHA, HUSBAND AND WIFE AS JOINT TENANTS, dated 07/07/2005 and recorded 07/13/05, as Instrument No. 2005- 0256771-00, in Book , Page ), of Official Records in the office of the County Recorder of Contra Costa County, State of California, will sell on 12/24/2009 at 10:00AM, At the Court Street entrance to the County Courthouse (corner of Main and Court Street), 725 Court Street Martinez, CA 94553 at public auction, to the highest bidder for cash or check as described below, payable in full at time of sale, all right, title, and interest conveyed to and now held by it under said Deed of Trust, in the property situated in said County and State and as more fully described in the above referenced Deed of Trust. The street address and other common designation, if any, of the real property described above is purported to be: 1944 WATER ST, BRENTWOOD, CA, 945136570. The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address and other common designation, if any, shown herein. The total amount of the unpaid balance with interest thereon of the obligation secured by the property to be sold plus reasonable estimated costs, expenses and advances at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale is $635,713.14. It is possible that at the time of sale the opening bid may be less than the total indebtedness due. In addition to cash, the Trustee will accept cashier’s checks drawn on a state or national bank, a check drawn by a state or federal credit union, or a check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association, savings association, or savings bank specified in Section 5102 of the Financial Code and authorized to do business in this state. Said sale will be made, in an ‘’AS IS’’ condition, but without covenant or warranty, express or implied, regarding title, possession or encumbrances, to satisfy the indebtedness secured by said Deed of Trust, advances thereunder, with interest as provided, and the unpaid principal of the Note secured by said Deed of Trust with interest thereon as provided in said Note, plus fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee and of the trusts created by said Deed of Trust. DATED: 09/- 09/2009 RECONTRUST COMPANY, N.A. 1800 Tapo Canyon Rd., CA6-91401-94 SIMI VALLEY, CA 93063 Phone: (800) 281 8219, Sale Information (626) 927-4399 By: - Trustee’s Sale Officer RECONTRUST COMPANY, N.A. is a debt collector attempting to collect a debt. Any information obtained will be used for that purpose. ASAP# 3351947 12/04/2009, 12/11/2009, 12/18/2009 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 Publish Dates: December 4, 11, 18, 2009

designation, if any, shown herein. Said sale will be made, but without covenant or warranty, expressed or implied, regarding title, possession, or encumbrances, to pay the remaining principal sum of the note(s) secured by said Deed of Trust, with interest thereon, as provided in said note(s), advances, if any, under the terms of the Deed of Trust, estimated fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee and of the trusts created by said Deed of Trust, to-wit: $504,734.52 (Estimated). Accrued interest and additional advances, if any, will increase this figure prior to sale. CONDITION OF SALE: The successful bidder will be required to pay county documentary transfer tax, any city tax, and any other applicable taxes or fees (including, but not limited to, the fee for recording Preliminary Change of Ownership report) to the auctioneer at the time of sale. If the Trustee is unable to convey title for any reason, the successful bidder’s sole and exclusive remedy shall be the return of monies paid to the Trustee and the successful bidder shall have no further recourse. The beneficiary under said Deed of Trust heretofore executed and delivered to the undersigned a written Declaration of Default and Demand for Sale, and a written Notice of Default and Election to Sell. The undersigned caused said Notice of Default and Election to Sell to be recorded in the county where the real property is located and more than three months have elapsed since such recordation. DATE: 11/23/2009 HOUSEKEY FINANCIAL CORPORATION P.O. BOX 60145 CITY OF INDUSTRY, CA 91716 For Sale Information: (714)7302727, www.fidelityasap.com or www. priorityposting.com TO NOTIFY TRUSTEE OF BANKRUPTCY FILINGS, PLEASE FAX FACE PAGE OF BANKRUPTCY PETITION TO (909) 397-3914 Betty Schwab , Trustee Sales Officer HOUSEKEY FINANCIAL CORPORATION MAY BE ACTING AS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED MAY BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. ASAP# 3356333 11/27/2009, 12/- 04/2009, 12/11/2009 Antioch Press No. 06-1617 Publish Dates: November 27, December 4, 11, 2009 NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’ S SALE Trustee Sale No.: 20090028701762 Title Order No.: 090604141 FHA/VA/PMI No.: You are in Default under a Deed of Trust, dated 08/08/2006. Unless you take action to protect your property, it may be sold at a public sale. If you need an explanation of the nature of the proceeding against you, you should contact a lawyer. NDEx West, LLC, as duly appointed Trustee under and pursuant to Deed of Trust Recorded on 08/16/2006 as Instrument No. 2006-0259419-00 of official records in the office of the County Recorder of Contra Costa County, State of California. Executed By: Sophie Reisiyannejad, Will sell at public auction to highest bidder for cash, cashier’ s check/cash equivalent or other form of payment authorized by 2924h(b), (payable at time of sale in lawful money of the United States). Date of Sale: 12/17/2009 Time of Sale: 1:30 PM Place of Sale: At the Court Street entrance to the County Courthouse, 725 Court Street, (corner of Main & Court Streets), Martinez, CA. Street Address and other common designation, if any, of the real property described above is purported to be: 1341 Carlisle Drive, Brentwood, California 94513 APN#: 017-620-050 The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address and other common designation, if any, shown herein. Said sale will be made, but without covenant or warranty, expressed or implied, regarding title, possession, or encumbrances, to pay the remaining principal sum of the note(s) secured by said Deed of Trust, with interest thereon, as provided in said note(s), advances, under the terms of said Deed of Trust, fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee and of the trusts created by said Deed of Trust. The total amount of the unpaid balance of the obligation secured by the property to be sold and reasonable estimated costs, expenses and advances at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale is $546,129.62. The beneficiary under said Deed of Trust heretofore executed and delivered to the undersigned a written Declaration of Default and Demand for Sale, and a written Notice of Default and Election to Sell. The undersigned caused said Notice of Default and Election to Sell to be recorded in the county where the real property is located. NDEx West, L.L.C. may be acting as a debt collector attempting to collect a debt. Any information obtained will be used for that purpose. For Trustee Sale Information Please Call: Residential Services Validated Publications, 2600 Stanwell Drive, Suite 200, Concord, CA 94520 925603-7342 www.rsvpforeclosures. com NDEx West, L.L.C., as Authorized Agent Dated: 11/25/2009 (RSVP# 178428) (11/27/09, 12/04/09, 12/- 11/09) Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 Publish Dates: November 27, December 4, 11, 2009 NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE TS No. 09-0126469 Title Order No. 09-8-373025 Investor/Insurer No. 0428116096703 APN No. 018- 460-057-5 YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST, DATED 09/11/2008. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER.” Notice is hereby given that RECONTRUST COMPANY, N. A., as duly appointed trustee pursuant to the Deed of Trust executed by:

RYAN D. SKAGGS, AN UNMARRIED MAN AND DEANNA KNOWLES, AN UNMARRIED WOMAN, dated 09/- 11/2008 and recorded 09/19/08, as Instrument No. 2008-0208667- 00, in Book , Page ), of Official Records in the office of the County Recorder of Contra Costa County, State of California, will sell on 12/- 28/2009 at 10:00AM, At the Court Street entrance to the County Courthouse (corner of Main and Court Street), 725 Court Street Martinez, CA 94553 at public auction, to the highest bidder for cash or check as described below, payable in full at time of sale, all right, title, and interest conveyed to and now held by it under said Deed of Trust, in the property situated in said County and State and as more fully described in the above referenced Deed of Trust. The street address and other common designation, if any, of the real property described above is purported to be: 1270 PICADILLY LANE, BRENTWOOD, CA, 94513. The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address and other common designation, if any, shown herein. The total amount of the unpaid balance with interest thereon of the obligation secured by the property to be sold plus reasonable estimated costs, expenses and advances at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale is $347,805.79. It is possible that at the time of sale the opening bid may be less than the total indebtedness due. In addition to cash, the Trustee will accept cashier’s checks drawn on a state or national bank, a check drawn by a state or federal credit union, or a check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association, savings association, or savings bank specified in Section 5102 of the Financial Code and authorized to do business in this state. Said sale will be made, in an ‘’AS IS’’ condition, but without covenant or warranty, express or implied, regarding title, possession or encumbrances, to satisfy the indebtedness secured by said Deed of Trust, advances thereunder, with interest as provided, and the unpaid principal of the Note secured by said Deed of Trust with interest thereon as provided in said Note, plus fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee and of the trusts created by said Deed of Trust. DATED: 11/- 28/2009 RECONTRUST COMPANY, N.A. 1800 Tapo Canyon Rd., CA6-91401-94 SIMI VALLEY, CA 93063 Phone: (800) 281 8219, Sale Information (626) 927-4399 By: - Trustee’s Sale Officer RECONTRUST COMPANY, N.A. is a debt collector attempting to collect a debt. Any information obtained will be used for that purpose. ASAP# 3344658 12/04/2009, 12/11/2009, 12/18/2009 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 Publish Dates: December 4, 11, 18, 2009

of sale, the “ mortgage loan servicer” as defined in California Civil Code ‘a7 2923.53(k)(3), declares that it has obtained from the Commissioner a final or temporary order of exemption pursuant to California Civil Code section 2923.53 and that the exemption is current and valid on the date this notice of sale is recorded. The timeframe for giving a Notice of Sale specified in Subdivision (a) of Section 2923.52 does not apply to this Notice of Sale pursuant to California Civil Code Sections 2923.52 or 2923.55. Date: 11/12/09 For: DSL Service Company, as Trustee By: FCI Lender Services, Inc., as Agent 8180 East Kaiser Blvd., Anaheim Hills, CA 92808 U.S. Bank National Association, Customer Service Department (949) 798-6002 For Trustee Sale Information log on to: www. rsvpforeclosures.com or call: 925-6037342. Vivian Prieto, Vice President, FCI Lender Services, Inc. is a debt collector attempting to collect a debt. Any information obtained will be used for that purpose. (RSVP# 178081)(11/20/- 09, 11/27/09, 12/04/09) Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 Publish Dates: November 20, 27, December 4, 2009 NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE Trustee’s Sale # 08-4299-CA Loan No. 504452-4 Title Order # 3875915 APN Number: 087-393- 011-9 YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 09-13-2006. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDINGS AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. On 12-18- 2009 at 10:00 A.M., ROBERT E. WEISS INCORPORATED as the duly appointed trustee under and pursuant to deed of trust recorded 09-26-2006, book , page , instrument 2006-030377000 of official records in the office of the recorder of CONTRA COSTA county, California, executed by: DENNIS KHUTTAN AND HARINDER KHUTTAN HUSBAND AND WIFE AS JOINT TENANTS, as Trustor, BANKUNITED, FSB, as Beneficiary, WILL SELL AT PUBLIC AUCTION SALE TO THE HIGHEST BIDDER FOR CASH, cashier’s check drawn by a state or national bank, a cashier’s check drawn by a state or federal credit union, or a cashier’s check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association, savings association, or savings bank specified in section 5102 of the Financial Code and authorized to do business in this state. Place of sale: AT THE COURT STREET ENTRANCE TO THE COUNTY COURTHOUSE, 725 COURT STREET (CORNER OF MAIN AND COURT STREET), MARTINEZ, CA all right, title and interest conveyed to and now held by it under said deed of trust in the property situated in said county, California describing the land therein: AS MORE FULLY DESCRIBED ON SAID DEED OF TRUST The property heretofore described is being sold “as is”. The street address and other common designation, if any, of the real property described above is purported to be: 3775 CHATWORTH STREET PITTSBURG, CA 94565 The undersigned trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address and other common designation, if any, shown herein. Said sale will be will be made, but without covenant or warranty, expressed or implied, regarding title, possession, or encumbrances, to pay the remaining principal sum of the note(s) secured by the Deed of Trust, with interest thereon, as provided in said not(s), advances, if any, under the terms of the Deed of Trust, estimated fees, charges and expenses of the trustee and of the trusts created by said deed of trust, to wit: Amount of unpaid balance and other charges: $503,619.93 (estimated) Accrued interest and additional advances, if any, will increase this figure prior to sale The beneficiary under said Deed of Trust heretofore executed and delivered to the undersigned a written Declaration of Default and Demand for Sale, and a Written Notice of Default and Election to Sell. The undersigned caused said notice of default and election to sell to be recorded in the county where the real property is located and more than three months have elapsed since such recordation. DATE: November 18, 2009 ROBERT E. WEISS INCORPORATED, As Trustee ATTN: FORECLOSURE DEPARTMENT 920 VILLAGE OAKS DRIVE COVINA CA 91724 (626)967-4302 FOR SALE INFORMATION: www. lpsasap.com or (714) 730- 2727 CRIS A KLINGERMAN, ESQ. WE ARE ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT, AND ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. ASAP# 3351035 11/27/2009, 12/- 04/2009, 12/11/2009 Antioch Press No. 06-1617 Publish Dates: November 27, December 4, 11, 2009 NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE TS No. 09-0070502 Title Order No. 09-8204964 Investor/Insurer No. 143744576 APN No. 011-010- 016-1 YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST, DATED 07/14/2006. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER.” Notice is hereby given that RECONTRUST COMPANY, N. A., as duly appointed trustee pursuant to the Deed of Trust executed by: JOSE L GOMEZ, A MARRIED MAN, AS HIS SOLE AND SEPARATE PROPERTY., dated 07/14/2006 and recorded 07/20/06, as Instrument No. 2006- 0228764-00, in Book -, Page -), of Official Records in the office of the County Recorder of Contra Costa County, State of California, will sell on 12/10/2009 at 10:00AM,

At the Court Street entrance to the County Courthouse (corner of Main and Court Street), 725 Court Street Martinez, CA 94553 at public auction, to the highest bidder for cash or check as described below, payable in full at time of sale, all right, title, and interest conveyed to and now held by it under said Deed of Trust, in the property situated in said County and State and as more fully described in the above referenced Deed of Trust. The street address and other common designation, if any, of the real property described above is purported to be: 6020 BALFOUR ROAD, BRENTWOOD, CA, 94513. The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address and other common designation, if any, shown herein. The total amount of the unpaid balance with interest thereon of the obligation secured by the property to be sold plus reasonable estimated costs, expenses and advances at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale is $996,988.34. It is possible that at the time of sale the opening bid may be less than the total indebtedness due. In addition to cash, the Trustee will accept cashier’s checks drawn on a state or national bank, a check drawn by a state or federal credit union, or a check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association, savings association, or savings bank specified in Section 5102 of the Financial Code and authorized to do business in this state. Said sale will be made, in an ‘’AS IS’’ condition, but without covenant or warranty, express or implied, regarding title, possession or encumbrances, to satisfy the indebtedness secured by said Deed of Trust, advances thereunder, with interest as provided, and the unpaid principal of the Note secured by said Deed of Trust with interest thereon as provided in said Note, plus fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee and of the trusts created by said Deed of Trust. If required by the provisions of section 2923.5 of the California Civil Code, the declaration from the mortgagee, beneficiary or authorized agent is attached to the duly recorded with the appropriate County Recorder’s Office. DATED: 08/28/2009 RECONTRUST COMPANY, N.A. 1800 Tapo Canyon Rd., CA6-914- 01-94 SIMI VALLEY, CA 93063 Phone: (800) 281 8219, Sale Information (626) 927-4399 By: - Trustee’s Sale Officer RECONTRUST COMPANY, N.A. is a debt collector attempting to collect a debt. Any information obtained will be used for that purpose. ASAP# 3336027 11/20/- 2009, 11/27/2009, 12/04/2009 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 Publish Dates: November 20, 27, December 4, 2009 SUMMONS (Family Law) NOTICE TO RESPONDENT: VINCENT QUINTERO YOU ARE BEING SUED Petitioner’s Name is: ISABELL H. STANLEY CASE NUMBER: D 08-00352 You have 30 CALENDAR DAYS after this Summons and Petition are served on you to file a Response (FL-120 or FL-123) at the court and have a copy served on the petitioner. A letter or phone call will not protect you. If you do not file your Response on time, the court may make orders affecting your marriage or domestic partnership, your property, and custody of your children. You may be ordered to pay support and attorney fees and costs. If you cannot pay the filing fee, ask the clerk for a fee waiver form. If you want legal advice, contact a lawyer immediately. You can get information about finding lawyers at the California Courts Online Self-Help Center (www.courtinfo.ca.gov/selfhelp), at the California Legal Services Web site (www.lawhelpcalifornia.org), or by contacting your local county bar association. NOTICE: The restraining orders on Page 2 are effective against both spouses or domestic partners until the petition is dismissed, a judgment is entered, or the court makes further orders. These orders are enforceable anywhere in California by any law enforcement officer who has received or seen a copy of them. CASE NUMBER: D 08-00352 1. The name and address of the court are: SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA-COUNTY OF CONTRA COSTA, 751 PINE STREET, and P.0. BOX 911, MARTINEZ, CA 94553 2. The name, address, and telephone number of petitioner’s attorney, or the petitioner without an attorney, are: ISABELL H. STANLEY 1115 AMEND STREET PINOLE, CA 94564 DATE: January 16, 2008 Clerk, by: C Gray, Deputy NOTICE TO THE PERSON SERVED: You are served a. as an individual Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 Published: November 20, 27, December 4, 11, 2009 ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME PETITIONER OR ATTORNEY: Pearl Kimbrough, P.O. Box 1261, Brentwood, CA 94513 SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA, COUNTY OF CONTRA COSTA, 725 Court St., Martinez, CA 94553 PETITION OF: Pearl Kimbrough FOR CHANGE OF NAME ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME CASE NUMBER: N09-1723 TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS: 1. Petitioner: Pearl Kimbrough filed a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows: Present Name: a. Angel Angelo Cisne-Ramirez to Proposed Name: Angel Gabriel Ramirez Present Name: b. Julian Santana Cisne-Ramirez to Proposed Name: Julian Santana Ramirez 2. THE COURT ORDERS that all persons interested in this matter shall appear before this court at the hearing indicated below to show cause, if any, why the petition for change of name should not be granted. NOTICE OF HEARING a. Date: 12/11/09 Time: 9:00 a.m. Dept. 60

Room 102 b. The address of the court is same as noted above. 3. a. A copy of this Order to Show Cause shall be published at least once each week for four successive weeks prior to the date set for hearing on the petition in the following newspaper of general circulation, printed in this county: BRENTWOOD PRESS b. Petitioner is to have the biological Father personally served. Date: October 19, 2009 Judith A. Sanders, Pro tem Judge of the Superior Court Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 Publish Dates: November 20, 27, December 4, 11, 2009 NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE TS # CA-09-308249-TC Order # 090608914-CA-DCI YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 10/19/2007. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. A public auction sale to the highest bidder for cash, cashier’s check drawn on a state or national bank, check drawn by state or federal credit union, or a check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association, or savings association, or savings bank specified in Section 5102 to the Financial code and authorized to do business in this state, will be held by duly appointed trustee. The sale will be made, but without covenant or warranty, expressed or implied, regarding title, possession, or encumbrances, to pay the remaining principal sum of the note(s) secured by the Deed of Trust, with interest and late charges thereon, as provided in the note(s), advances, under the terms of the Deed of Trust, interest thereon, fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee for the total amount (at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale) reasonably estimated to be set forth below. The amount may be greater on the day of sale. BENEFICIARY MAY ELECT TO BID LESS THAN THE TOTAL AMOUNT DUE. Trustor(s): KERI L WILSON AND LUCAS D WILSON WIFE AND HUSBAND AS JOINT TENANTS Recorded: 10/26/2007 as Instrument No. 2007-0300388-00 in book xxx, page xxx of Official Records in the office of the Recorder of CONTRA COSTA County, California; Date of Sale: 1/4/2010 at 10:00 AM Place of Sale: At the Court Street entrance to the County Courthouse (corner of Main and Court Street), 725 Court Street Martinez, CA 94553 Amount of unpaid balance and other charges: $351,020.15 The purported property address is: 5033 FERNWOOD CT OAKLEY, CA 94561 Assessors Parcel No. 037-211013 The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the property address or other common designation, if any, shown herein. If no street address or other common designation is shown, please refer to the referenced legal description for property location. In the event no common address or common designation of the property is provided herein directions to the location of the property may be obtained within 10 days of the date of first publication of this Notice of Sale by sending a written request to OneWest Bank, FSB 2900 Esperanza Crossing Austin TX 78758 Pursuant to California Civil Code 2923.54 the undersigned, on behalf of the beneficiary, loan servicer or authorized agent, declares as follows: [ 1 ] The mortgage loan servicer has obtained from the commissioner a final or temporary order of exemption pursuant to Section 2923.53 that is current and valid on the date the notice of sale is filed; [ 2 ] The timeframe for giving notice of sale specified in subdivision (a) of Section 2923.52 does not apply pursuant to Section 2923.52 . If the Trustee is unable to convey title for any reason, the successful bidder’s sole and exclusive remedy shall be the return of monies paid to the Trustee, and the successful bidder shall have no further recourse. If the sale is set aside for any reason, the Purchaser at the sale shall be entitled only to a return of the deposit paid. The Purchaser shall have no further recourse against the Mortgagor, the Mortgagee, or the Mortgagee’s Attorney. Date: 11/30/2009 Quality Loan Service Corp. 2141 5th Avenue San Diego, CA 92101 619-645-7711 For NON SALE information only Sale Line: 714- 730-2727 or Login to: www. fidelityasap.com Reinstatement Line: (877) 908- 4357 Quality Loan Service, Corp. If you have previously been discharged through bankruptcy, you may have been released of personal liability for this loan in which case this letter is intended to exercise the note holder’s rights against the real property only. THIS NOTICE IS SENT FOR THE PURPOSE OF COLLECTING A DEBT. THIS FIRM IS ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT ON BEHALF OF THE HOLDER AND OWNER OF THE NOTE. ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED BY OR PROVIDED TO THIS FIRM OR THE CREDITOR WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. As required by law, you are hereby notified that a negative credit report reflecting on your credit record may be submitted to a credit report agency if you fail to fulfill the terms of your credit obligations. ASAP# 3339855 12/04/2009, 12/11/2009, 12/18/2009 Oakley Press No. 03-0477 Publish Dates: December 4, 11, 18, 2009 NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE T.S. No. GM-189010-C Loan No. 0601228552 YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 3/3/2005. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING

AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. A public auction sale to the highest bidder for cash, cashier’s check drawn on a state or national bank, check drawn by a state or federal credit union, or a check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association, or savings association, or savings bank specified in Section 5102 of the Financial Code and authorized to do business in this state, will be held by the duly appointed trustee. The sale will be made, but without covenant or warranty, expressed or implied, regarding title, possession, or encumbrances, to satisfy the obligation secured by said Deed of Trust. The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the property address or other common designation, if any, shown herein. TRUSTOR: JOSHUA J. FEE AND JODI B. FEE, HUSBAND AND WIFE Recorded 3/15/2005 as Instrument No. 2005-0087335-00 in Book , page of Official Records in the office of the Recorder of Contra Costa County, California, Date of Sale:12/11/2009 at 10:00 AM Place of Sale: At the Court Street entrance to the County Courthouse, 725 Court Street (corner of Main and Court Street), Martinez, California Property Address is purported to be: 3957 HARVEST CIRCLE OAKLEY, CA 94561 APN #: 034-270-065 The total amount secured by said instrument as of the time of initial publication of this notice is $305,794.00, which includes the total amount of the unpaid balance (including accrued and unpaid interest) and reasonable estimated costs, expenses, and advances at the time of initial publication of this notice. Pursuant to California Civil Code 2923.54 the undersigned, on behalf of the beneficiary, loan servicer or authorized agent, declares as follows: [ 1 ] The mortgage loan servicer has obtained from the commissioner a final or temporary order of exemption pursuant to Section 2923.53 that is current and valid on the date the notice of sale is filed; [ 2 ] The timeframe for giving notice of sale specified in subdivision (a) of Section 2923.52 does not apply pursuant to Section 2923.52 or 2923.55. Date: 11/12/2009 ETS Services, LLC 2255 North Ontario Street, Suite 400 Burbank, California 91504- 3120 Sale Line: 714-730-2727 Sunil Jayasinha, TRUSTEE SALE OFFICER ASAP# 3316848 11/- 20/2009, 11/27/2009, 12/04/2009 Oakley Press No. 03-0477 Publish Dates: November 20, 27, December 4, 2009

NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE Trustee Sale No. 74-34585-2 Title Order No.090527357 APN 088-482-017 The mortgage loan servicer has obtained a final order of exemption pursuant to CA CIV. CODE 2923.53 that is current and valid as of the date that the Notice of Trustee’s Sale was filed or given. YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 03/12/2008. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDINGS AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. On 12/17/2009 at 10:00AM, HOUSEKEY FINANCIAL CORPORATION as the duly appointed Trustee under and pursuant to Deed of Trust Recorded on 03/14/2008, as Instrument # 20080055530-00 of official records in the Office of the Recorder of CONTRA COSTA County, California, executed by: GREGORIO DELROSARIO, JR AND HILDA E. DELROSARIO, HUSBAND AND WIFE, as Trustor, BENEFICIAL CALIFORNIA INC. (Original Lender) and HSBC MORTGAGE SERVICES INC., as current Servicer/Lender, WILL SELL AT PUBLIC AUCTION TO THE HIGHEST BIDDER FOR CASH (payable at time of sale in lawful money of the United States, by cash, a cashier’s check drawn by a state or national bank, a check drawn by a state or federal credit union, or a check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association, savings association, or savings bank specified in section 5102 of the Financial Code and authorized to do business in this state). At: THE COURT STREET ENTRANCE TO THE COUNTY COURTHOUSE, 725 COURT STREET (CORNER OF MAIN AND COURT STREET), MARTINEZ, CA, all right, title and interest conveyed to and now held by it under said Deed of Trust in the property situated in said County, California describing the land therein: AS MORE FULLY DESCRIBED IN THE ABOVE MENTIONED DEED OF TRUST. The property heretofore described is being sold “as is”. The street address and other common designation, if any, of the real property described above is purported to be: 2213 LYNBROOK DR, PITTSBURG, CA 94565. The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address and other common

NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’ S SALE Title Order No.: 5800732 Trustee Sale No.: 66182 Loan No.: 9041898099/001 APN: 041-250- 017 You are in Default under a Deed of Trust dated 09/07/2005. Unless you take action to protect your property, it may be sold at a public sale. If you need an explanation of the nature of the proceedings against you, you should contact a lawyer. On 12/- 10/2009 at 01:30PM, DSL Service Company as the duly appointed Trustee under and pursuant to Deed of Trust Recorded 9/16/2005 Instrument # 2005-0353170-00 of official records in the Office of the Recorder of Contra Costa County, California, executed by: Ronald Brown and Olga Brown Husband and Wife, as Trustor Downey Savings and Loan Association, F.A., as Beneficiary WILL SELL AT PUBLIC AUCTION TO THE HIGHEST BIDDER FOR CASH (payable at time of sale in lawful money of the United States, by cash, a cashier’s check drawn by a state or national bank, a check drawn by a state or federal credit union, or a check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association, savings association, or savings bank specified in section 5102 of the Financial Code and authorized to do business in this state). At the Court Street entrance to the County Courthouse, 725 Court Street (corner of Main & Court Streets), Martinez, CA, all right, title and interest conveyed to and now held by it under said Deed of Trust in the property situated in said County, California describing the land therein: As more fully described in said Deed of Trust. The property heretofore described is being sold “as is”. The street address and other common designation, if any, of the real property described above is purported to be: 4625 La Casa Drive, Oakley CA 94561. The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address and other common designation, if any, shown herein. Said sale will be made, but without covenant or warranty, expressed or implied, regarding title, possession, or encumbrances, to pay the remaining principal sum of the note(s) secured by said Deed of Trust, with interest thereon, as provided in said note(s), advances, if any, under the terms of the Deed of Trust, estimated fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee and of the trusts created by said Deed of Trust, to-wit: $435,565.28 (Estimated) Accrued interest and additional advances, if any, will increase this figure prior to sale. The beneficiary under said Deed of Trust heretofore executed and delivered to the undersigned a written Declaration of Default and Demand for Sale, and a written Notice of Default and Election to Sell. The undersigned caused said Notice of Default and Election to Sell to be recorded in the county where the real property is located and more than three months have elapsed since such recordation. Regarding the property that is the subject of this notice

NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE TS No. 08-0093668 Title Order No. 08-8344565 Investor/Insurer No. 111655758 APN No. 075-570- 037-4 YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST, DATED 08/19/2005. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER.” Notice is hereby given that RECONTRUST COMPANY , as duly appointed trustee pursuant to the Deed of Trust executed by: LISA-MARIE CUSPARD AND PATRIC J CUSPARD, dated 08/19/2005 and recorded 08/26/2005, as Instrument No. 2005-0323848-00, in Book , Page ), of Official Records in the office of the County Recorder of Contra Costa County, State of California, will sell on 01/- 06/2010 at 10:00AM, At the Court Street entrance to the County Courthouse (corner of Main and Court Street), 725 Court Street Martinez, CA 94553 at public auction, to the highest bidder for cash or check as described below, payable in full at time of sale, all right, title, and interest conveyed to and now held by it under said Deed of Trust, in the property situated in said County and State and as more fully described in the above referenced Deed of Trust. The street address and other common designation, if any, of the real property described above is purported to be: 5136 JUDSONVILLE DRIVE, ANTIOCH, CA, 94531. The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address and other common designation, if any, shown herein. The total amount of the unpaid balance with interest thereon of the obligation secured by the property to be sold plus reasonable estimated costs, expenses and advances at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale is $965,845.92. It is possible that at the time of sale the opening bid may be less than the total indebtedness due. In addition to cash, the Trustee will accept cashier’s checks drawn on a state or national bank, a check drawn by a state or federal credit union, or a check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association, savings association, or savings bank specified in Section 5102 of the Financial Code and authorized to do business in this state. Said sale will be made, in an ‘’AS IS’’ condition, but without covenant or warranty, express or implied, regarding title, possession or encumbrances, to satisfy the indebtedness secured by said Deed of Trust, advances thereunder, with interest as provided, and the unpaid principal of the Note secured by said Deed of Trust with interest thereon as provided in said Note, plus fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee and of the trusts created by said Deed of Trust. DATED: 12/- 05/2008 RECONTRUST COMPANY 1800 Tapo Canyon Rd., SV2-202 SIMI VALLEY , CA 93063 Phone: (800) 281 8219, Sale Information (626) 927-4399 By: - Trustee’s Sale Officer RECONTRUST COMPANY is a debt collector attempting to collect a debt. Any information obtained will be used for that purpose. ASAP# 3361366 12/04/2009, 12/- 11/2009, 12/18/2009 Antioch Press No. 06-1617 Publish Dates: December 4, 11, 18, 2009

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NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE TS # CA-09-308648-CL Order # 090612823-CA-LPO YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 12/27/2004. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. A public auction sale to the highest bidder for cash, cashier’s check drawn on a state or national bank, check drawn by state or federal credit union, or a check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association, or savings association, or savings bank specified in Section 5102 to the Financial code and authorized to do business in this state, will be held by duly appointed trustee. The sale will be made, but without covenant or warranty, expressed or implied, regarding title, possession, or encumbrances, to pay the remaining principal sum of the note(s) secured by the Deed of Trust, with interest and late charges thereon, as provided in the note(s), advances, under the terms of the Deed of Trust, interest thereon, fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee for the total amount (at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale) reasonably estimated to be set forth below. The amount may be greater on the day of sale. BENEFICIARY MAY ELECT TO BID LESS THAN THE TOTAL AMOUNT DUE. Trustor(s): HORACIO PRADO AND MARIBEL PRADO- RODRIGUEZ , HUSBAND AND WIFE AS JOINT TENANTS Recorded: 1/5/2005 as Instrument No. 2005-0004817-00 in book -, page - of Official Records in the office of the Recorder of CONTRA COSTA County, California; Date of Sale: 12/18/2009 at 10:00 AM Place of Sale: At the Court Street entrance to the County Courthouse (corner of Main and Court Street), 725 Court Street Martinez, CA 94553 Amount of unpaid balance and other charges: $328,947.09 The purported property address is: 1597 ASHWOOD DR OAKLEY, CA 94561 Assessors Parcel No. 035-452-004-1 The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the property address or other common designation, if any, shown herein. If no street address or other common designation is shown, please refer to the referenced legal description for property location. In the event no common address or common designation of the property is provided herein directions to the location of the property may be obtained within 10 days of the date of first publication of this Notice of Sale by sending a written request to Aurora Loan Services 10350 Park Meadows Dr. Littleton CO 80124. Pursuant to California Civil Code 2923.54 the undersigned, on behalf of the beneficiary, loan servicer or authorized agent, declares as follows: [ 1 ] The mortgage loan servicer has not obtained from the commissioner a final or temporary order of exemption pursuant to Section 2923.53 that is current and valid on the date the notice of sale is filed; [ 2 ] The timeframe for giving notice of sale specified in subdivision (a) of Section 2923.52 does not apply pursuant to Section 2923.52 or 2923.55 . If the Trustee is unable to convey title for any reason, the successful bidder’s sole and exclusive remedy shall be the return of monies paid to the Trustee, and the successful bidder shall have no further recourse. If the sale is set aside for any reason, the Purchaser at the sale shall be entitled only to a return of the deposit paid. The Purchaser shall have no further recourse against the Mortgagor, the Mortgagee, or the Mortgagee’s Attorney. Date: 11/23/2009 Quality Loan Service Corp. 2141 5th Avenue San Diego, CA 92101 619-645-7711 For NON SALE information only Sale Line: 714-730-2727 or Login to: www. fidelityasap.com Reinstatement Line: 619-645-7711 Quality Loan Service, Corp. If you have previously been discharged through bankruptcy, you may have been released of personal liability for this loan in which case this letter is intended to exercise the note holder’s rights against the real property only. THIS NOTICE IS SENT FOR THE PURPOSE OF COLLECTING A DEBT. THIS FIRM IS ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT ON BEHALF OF THE HOLDER AND OWNER OF THE NOTE. ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED BY OR PROVIDED TO THIS FIRM OR THE CREDITOR WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. As required by law, you are hereby notified that a negative credit report reflecting on your credit record may be submitted to a credit report agency if you fail to fulfill the terms of your credit obligations. ASAP# 3332565 11/- 27/2009, 12/04/2009, 12/11/2009 Oakley Press No. 030477 Publish Dates: November 27, December 4, 11, 2009

EQUIVALENT or other form of payment authorized by 2924h(b), (payable at time of sale in lawful money of the United States), At the Court Street entrance to the County Courthouse, 725 Court Street (corner of Main and Court Street), Martinez, CA. All right, title and interest conveyed to and now held by it under said Deed of Trust in the property situated in said County and State, described as: FULLY DESCRIBED IN THE ABOVE DEED OF TRUST. APN # 085-380-056-3 The street address and other common designation, if any, of the real property described above is purported to be: 709 Cutter St, Pittsburg, CA 94565 The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address and other common designation, if any, shown herein. Said sale will be made, but without covenant or warranty, expressed or implied, regarding title, possession, or encumbrances, to pay the remaining principal sum of the note(s) secured by said Deed of Trust, with interest thereon, as provided in said note(s), advances, if any, under the terms of said Deed of Trust, fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee and of the trusts created by said Deed of Trust. The total amount of the unpaid balance of the obligation secured by the property to be sold and reasonable estimated costs, expenses and advances at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale is: $364,584.47 The beneﬁciary under said Deed of Trust heretofore executed and delivered to the undersigned a written Declaration of Default and Demand for Sale. The undersigned caused a Notice of Default and Election to Sell to be recorded in the county where the real property is located. Pursuant to California Civil Code Section 2923.54, Lender or Servicer has declared it has obtained a ﬁnal or temporary order of exemption pursuant to Section 2923.53 from the Commissioner that is current and valid as of the date of this Notice of Trustee’s Sale and the requirements of Section 2923.52(a) does not apply to this Notice of Trustee’s Sale. Dated: 11/19/2009 MAX DEFAULT SERVICES CORPORATION Ryan Remington/Authorized Signature FOR TRUSTEE’S SALE INFORMATION PLEASE CALL 714-259-7850Max Default Services Corp. is attempting to collect a debt. Any information obtained will be used for that purpose. ASAP# 3353054 11/27/- 2009, 12/04/2009, 12/11/2009 Antioch Press No. 061617 Publish Dates: November 27, December 4, 11, 2009

this notice of sale is recorded. the time frame for giving a notice of sale specified in civil code section 2923.52 subdivision (a) does not apply to this notice of sale pursuant to civil code sections 2923.52. For sales information: MonFri 9:00am to 4:00pm (619) 590-1221. Cal- Western Reconveyance Corporation, 525 East Main Street, P.O. Box 22004, El Cajon, CA 92022-9004 Dated: November 14, 2009. (R-269214 11/20/09, 11/27/09, 12/04/09) Oakley Press No. 03-0477 Publish Dates: November 20, 27, December 4, 2009 NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE T.S No. 1221295-02 APN: 033- 430-042 TRA: 19029 LOAN NO: Xxxxxx4589 REF: Nguyen, Anna IMPORTANT NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER: YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST, DATED December 21, 2005. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. On December 28, 2009, at 1:30pm, CalWestern Reconveyance Corporation, as duly appointed trustee under and pursuant to Deed of Trust recorded December 30, 2005, as Inst. No. 2005- 0499509-00 in book XX, page XX of Official Records in the office of the County Recorder of Contra Costa County, State of California, executed by: Anna Nguyen, a Single Woman, will sell at public auction to highest bidder for cash, cashier’ s check drawn on a state or national bank, a check drawn by a state or federal credit union, or a check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association, savings association, or savings bank At the court street entrance to the county courthouse, 725 Court Street Martinez, California, all right, title and interest conveyed to and now held by it under said Deed of Trust in the property situated in said County and State described as: Completely described in said deed of trust The street address and other common designation, if any, of the real property described above is purported to be: 35 Vitruvius Court Oakley CA 94561 The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address and other common designation, if any, shown herein. Said sale will be held, but without covenant or warranty, express or implied, regarding title, possession, condition or encumbrances, including fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee and of the trusts created by said Deed of Trust, to pay the remaining principal sums of the note(s) secured by said Deed of Trust. The total amount of the unpaid balance of the obligation secured by the property to be sold and reasonable estimated costs, expenses and advances at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale is: $536,072.49. If the Trustee is unable to convey title for any reason, the successful bidder’s sole and exclusive remedy shall be the return of monies paid to the Trustee, and the successful bidder shall have no further recourse. The beneficiary under said Deed of Trust heretofore executed and delivered to the undersigned a written declaration of Default and Demand for Sale, and a written Notice of Default and Election to Sell. The undersigned caused said Notice of Default and Election to Sell to be recorded in the county where the real property is located. Regarding the property that is the subject of this notice of sale, the “mortgage loan servicer” as defined in civil code ‘a7 2923.53(k)(3), declares that it has obtained from the commissioner a final or temporary order of exemption pursuant to civil code section 2923.53 and that the exemption is current and valid on the date this notice of sale is recorded. the time frame for giving a notice of sale specified in civil code section 2923.52 subdivision (a) does not apply to this notice of sale pursuant to civil code sections 2923.52. DECLARATION PURSUANT TO CALIFORNIA CIVIL CODE SECTION 2923.54 Pursuant to California Civil Code Section 2923.54, the undersigned loan servicer declares as follows: 1. It has obtained from the commissioner a final or temporary order of exemption pursuant to Section 2923.53 that is current and valid on the date the notice of sale is filed; and 2. The timeframe for giving notice of sale specified in subdivision (a) of Section 2923.52 does not apply pursuant to Section 2923.52 or Section 2923.55. Chase Home Finance LLC Name: Ann Thorn Title: First Vice President For sales information: Mon-Fri 9:00am to 4:00pm (619) 590-1221. Cal- Western Reconveyance Corporation, 525 East Main Street, P.O. Box 22004, El Cajon, CA 92022-9004 Dated: November 23, 2009. (R-271921 12/04/09, 12/11/09, 12/18/09) Oakley Press No. 03-0477 Publish Dates: December 4, 11, 18, 2009 NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE TS No. 09-0053457 Title Order No. 09-8166572 Investor/Insurer No. 468253874 APN No. 095-120- 019-5 YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST, DATED 05/29/2007. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER.” Notice is hereby given that RECONTRUST COMPANY, N.A., as duly appointed trustee pursuant to the Deed of Trust executed by: ADOLFO VALENCIA AND MARIA VALENCIA, HUSBAND AND WIFE, AS JOINT TENANTS, dated 05/29/2007 and recorded 06/05/07, as Instrument No. 2007- 0163122-00, in Book , Page ), of Official Records in the office of the County Recorder of Contra Costa County, State of California,

will sell on 12/10/2009 at 10:00AM, At the Court Street entrance to the County Courthouse (corner of Main and Court Street), 725 Court Street Martinez, CA 94553 at public auction, to the highest bidder for cash or check as described below, payable in full at time of sale, all right, title, and interest conveyed to and now held by it under said Deed of Trust, in the property situated in said County and State and as more fully described in the above referenced Deed of Trust. The street address and other common designation, if any, of the real property described above is purported to be: 118 LOFTUS RD, BAY POINT, CA, 94565. The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address and other common designation, if any, shown herein. The total amount of the unpaid balance with interest thereon of the obligation secured by the property to be sold plus reasonable estimated costs, expenses and advances at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale is $359,479.99. It is possible that at the time of sale the opening bid may be less than the total indebtedness due. In addition to cash, the Trustee will accept cashier’s checks drawn on a state or national bank, a check drawn by a state or federal credit union, or a check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association, savings association, or savings bank speciﬁed in Section 5102 of the Financial Code and authorized to do business in this state. Said sale will be made, in an ‘’AS IS’’ condition, but without covenant or warranty, express or implied, regarding title, possession or encumbrances, to satisfy the indebtedness secured by said Deed of Trust, advances thereunder, with interest as provided, and the unpaid principal of the Note secured by said Deed of Trust with interest thereon as provided in said Note, plus fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee and of the trusts created by said Deed of Trust. DATED: 08/- 05/2009 RECONTRUST COMPANY, N.A. 1800 Tapo Canyon Rd., CA6-91401-94 SIMI VALLEY, CA 93063 Phone: (800) 281 8219, Sale Information (626) 927-4399 By: - Trustee’s Sale Ofﬁcer RECONTRUST COMPANY, N.A. is a debt collector attempting to collect a debt. Any information obtained will be used for that purpose. ASAP# 3346716 11/20/2009, 11/27/2009, 12/04/2009 Antioch Press No. 06-1617 Publish Dates: November 20, 27, December 4, 2009

clusive remedy shall be the return of monies paid to the Trustee, and the successful bidder shall have no further recourse. If the sale is set aside for any reason, the Purchaser at the sale shall be entitled only to a return of the deposit paid. The Purchaser shall have no further recourse against the Mortgagor, the Mortgagee, or the Mortgagee’s Attorney. Date: 12/2/2009 Quality Loan Service Corp. 2141 5th Avenue San Diego, CA 92101 619645-7711 For NON SALE information only Sale Line: 714- 730-2727 or Login to: www.fidelityasap.com Reinstatement Line: 619-645-7711 If you have previously been discharged through bankruptcy, you may have been released of personal liability for this loan in which case this letter is intended to exercise the note holder’s rights against the real property only. THIS NOTICE IS SENT FOR THE PURPOSE OF COLLECTING A DEBT. THIS FIRM IS ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT ON BEHALF OF THE HOLDER AND OWNER OF THE NOTE. ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED BY OR PROVIDED TO THIS FIRM OR THE CREDITOR WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. As required by law, you are hereby notified that a negative credit report reflecting on your credit record may be submitted to a credit report agency if you fail to fulfill the terms of your credit obligations. ASAP# 3345507 12/04/2009, 12/11/2009, 12/18/2009 Oakley Press No. 03-0477 Publish Dates: December 4, 11, 18, 2009 NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE T.S. No. GM-189012-F Loan No. 0602088830 YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 7/3/2008. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. A public auction sale to the highest bidder for cash, cashier’s check drawn on a state or national bank, check drawn by a state or federal credit union, or a check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association, or savings association, or savings bank specified in Section 5102 of the Financial Code and authorized to do business in this state, will be held by the duly appointed trustee. The sale will be made, but without covenant or warranty, expressed or implied, regarding title, possession, or encumbrances, to satisfy the obligation secured by said Deed of Trust. The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the property address or other common designation, if any, shown herein. TRUSTOR: VALENTIN RODRIGUEZ , A SINGLE MAN AND RAUL SANDOVAL-CARBAJAL , A SINGLE MAN. Recorded 7/16/- 2008 as Instrument No. 2008- 0157795-00 in Book , page of Official Records in the office of the Recorder of Contra Costa County, California, Date of Sale:12/11/- 2009 at 10:00 AM Place of Sale: At the Court Street entrance to the County Courthouse, 725 Court Street (corner of Main and Court Street), Martinez, California Property Address is purported to be: 1308 YOSEMITE CIRCLE OAKLEY, CA 94561 APN #: 033- 360011 The total amount secured by said instrument as of the time of initial publication of this notice is $344,069.00, which includes the total amount of the unpaid balance (including accrued and unpaid interest) and reasonable estimated costs, expenses, and advances at the time of initial publication of this notice. Pursuant to California Civil Code 2923.54 the undersigned, on behalf of the beneficiary, loan servicer or authorized agent, declares as follows: [ 1 ] The mortgage loan servicer has obtained from the commissioner a final or temporary order of exemption pursuant to Section 2923.53 that is current and valid on the date the notice of sale is filed; [ 2 ] The timeframe for giving notice of sale specified in subdivision (a) of Section 2923.52 does not apply pursuant to Section 2923.52 or 2923.55. ETS Services, LLC Date: 11/16/2009 2255 North Ontario Street, Suite 400 Burbank, California 91504- 3120 Sale Line: 714-730-2727 Sunil Jayasinha, TRUSTEE SALE OFFICER ASAP# 3333059 11/- 20/2009, 11/27/2009, 12/04/2009 Oakley Press No. 03-0477 Publish Dates: November 20, 27, December 4, 2009 NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE TS No. 08-0090605 Title Order No. 08-8-332707 Investor/Insurer No. 141750743 APN No. 072-222- 005 YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST, DATED 07/19/2006. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER.” Notice is hereby given that RECONTRUST COMPANY, as duly appointed trustee pursuant to the Deed of Trust executed by: MERRICK S QUALLS AND THEA LENETTE QUALLS, HUSBAND AND WIFE AS JOINT TENANTS, dated 07/- 19/2006 and recorded 08/01/06, as Instrument No. 2006-0243171- 00, in Book , Page ), of Official Records in the office of the County Recorder of Contra Costa County, State of California, will sell on 12/- 10/2009 at 10:00AM, At the Court Street entrance to the County Courthouse (corner of Main and Court Street), 725 Court Street Martinez, CA 94553 at public auction, to the highest bidder for cash or check as described below, payable in full at time of sale, all right, title, and interest conveyed to and now held by it under said Deed of Trust, in the property situated in said County and State and as more fully described in the above ref-

erenced Deed of Trust. The street address and other common designation, if any, of the real property described above is purported to be: 4037 ROCKFORD DRIVE, ANTIOCH, CA, 94509. The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address and other common designation, if any, shown herein. The total amount of the unpaid balance with interest thereon of the obligation secured by the property to be sold plus reasonable estimated costs, expenses and advances at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale is $506,670.19. It is possible that at the time of sale the opening bid may be less than the total indebtedness due. In addition to cash, the Trustee will accept cashier’s checks drawn on a state or national bank, a check drawn by a state or federal credit union, or a check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association, savings association, or savings bank specified in Section 5102 of the Financial Code and authorized to do business in this state. Said sale will be made, in an ‘’AS IS’’ condition, but without covenant or warranty, express or implied, regarding title, possession or encumbrances, to satisfy the indebtedness secured by said Deed of Trust, advances thereunder, with interest as provided, and the unpaid principal of the Note secured by said Deed of Trust with interest thereon as provided in said Note, plus fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee and of the trusts created by said Deed of Trust. DATED: 11/- 22/2008 RECONTRUST COMPANY 1800 Tapo Canyon Rd., SV2-202 SIMI VALLEY, CA 93063 Phone: (800) 281 8219, Sale Information (626) 9274399 By: - Trustee’s Sale Officer RECONTRUST COMPANY is a debt collector attempting to collect a debt. Any information obtained will be used for that purpose. ASAP# 3348805 11/20/2009, 11/- 27/2009, 12/04/2009 Antioch Press No. 06-1617 Publish Dates: November 20, 27, December 4, 2009 NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE T.S. No. GM-210153-C Loan No. 7426438461 YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 11/17/2005. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. A public auction sale to the highest bidder for cash, cashier’s check drawn on a state or national bank, check drawn by a state or federal credit union, or a check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association, or savings association, or savings bank specified in Section 5102 of the Financial Code and authorized to do business in this state, will be held by the duly appointed trustee. The sale will be made, but without covenant or warranty, expressed or implied, regarding title, possession, or encumbrances, to satisfy the obligation secured by said Deed of Trust. The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the property address or other common designation, if any, shown herein. TRUSTOR: SALVADOR MEJIA, AN UNMARRIED MAN Recorded 11/- 30/2005 as Instrument No. 2005- 0460950-00 in Book , page of Official Records in the office of the Recorder of Contra Costa County, California, Date of Sale:12/28/- 2009 at 10:00 AM Place of Sale: At the Court Street entrance to the County Courthouse, 725 Court Street (corner of Main and Court Street), Martinez, California Property Address is purported to be: 220 ROBINWOOD AVENUE OAKLEY, CA 94561 APN #: 033- 271-034-2 The total amount secured by said instrument as of the time of initial publication of this notice is $378,216.00, which includes the total amount of the unpaid balance (including accrued and unpaid interest) and reasonable estimated costs, expenses, and advances at the time of initial publication of this notice. Pursuant to California Civil Code 2923.54 the undersigned, on behalf of the beneficiary, loan servicer or authorized agent, declares as follows: [ 1 ] The mortgage loan servicer has obtained from the commissioner a final or temporary order of exemption pursuant to Section 2923.53 that is current and valid on the date the notice of sale is filed; [ 2 ] The timeframe for giving notice of sale specified in subdivision (a) of Section 2923.52 does not apply pursuant to Section 2923.52 or 2923.55. ETS Services, LLC Date: 11/26/2009 2255 North Ontario Street, Suite 400 Burbank, California 91504- 3120 Sale Line: 714-730-2727 Omar Solorzano, TRUSTEE SALE OFFICER ASAP# 3342143 12/- 04/2009, 12/11/2009, 12/18/2009 Oakley Press No. 03-0477 Publish Dates: December 4, 11, 18, 2009 NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE T.S. No. GM-210154-C Loan No. 7439703901 YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 6/2/2005. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. A public auction sale to the highest bidder for cash, cashier’s check drawn on a state or national bank, check drawn by a state or federal credit union, or a check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association, or savings association, or savings bank specified in Section 5102 of the Financial Code and authorized to do business in this state, will be held by the duly appointed trustee. The sale will be made, but without covenant or warranty, expressed or implied, regarding title, possession, or encumbrances,

to satisfy the obligation secured by said Deed of Trust. The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the property address or other common designation, if any, shown herein. TRUSTOR: VICTOR GARCIA, A MARRIED MAN, AS HIS SOLE AND SEPARATE PROPERTY Recorded 6/14/2005 as Instrument No. 20050213152-00 in Book , page of Official Records in the office of the Recorder of Contra Costa County, California, Date of Sale:12/28/2009 at 10:00 AM Place of Sale: At the Court Street entrance to the County Courthouse, 725 Court Street (corner of Main and Court Street), Martinez, California Property Address is purported to be: 3575 SHARON COURT BAY POINT, CA 94565 APN #: 098-382-025 The total amount secured by said instrument as of the time of initial publication of this notice is $433,224.00, which includes the total amount of the unpaid balance (including accrued and unpaid interest) and reasonable estimated costs, expenses, and advances at the time of initial publication of this notice. Pursuant to California Civil Code 2923.54 the undersigned, on behalf of the beneficiary, loan servicer or authorized agent, declares as follows: [ 1 ] The mortgage loan servicer has obtained from the commissioner a final or temporary order of exemption pursuant to Section 2923.53 that is current and valid on the date the notice of sale is filed; [ 2 ] The timeframe for giving notice of sale specified in subdivision (a) of Section 2923.52 does not apply pursuant to Section 2923.52 or 2923.55. ETS Services, LLC Date: 11/26/2009 2255 North Ontario Street, Suite 400 Burbank, California 91504- 3120 Sale Line: 714-730-2727 Omar Solorzano, TRUSTEE SALE OFFICER ASAP# 3342141 12/- 04/2009, 12/11/2009, 12/18/2009 Oakley Press No. 03-0477 Publish Dates: December 4, 11, 18, 2009 NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE Trustee Sale No. : 20090159908114 Title Order No.: 090450409 FHA/VA/PMI No.: - YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST, DATED 06/21/- 2007. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. NDEX WEST, LLC, as duly appointed Trustee under and pursuant to Deed of Trust Recorded on 07/03/- 2007 as Instrument No. 2007- 0191849-00 of official records in the office of the County Recorder of CONTRA COSTA County, State of CALIFORNIA. EXECUTED BY: FERMIN RODRIGUEZ AND ZENAIDA RODRIGUEZ, WILL SELL AT PUBLIC AUCTION TO HIGHEST BIDDER FOR CASH, CASHIER’SCHECK/CASH EQUIVALENT or other form of payment authorized by 2924h(b), (payable at time of sale in lawful money of the United States). DATE OF SALE: 12/10/2009 TIME OF SALE: 10:00 AM PLACE OF SALE: AT THE COURT STREET ENTRANCE TO THE COUNTY COURTHOUSE, 725 COURT STREET (CORNER OF MAIN AND COURT STREET), MARTINEZ, CA. STREET ADDRESS and other common designation, if any, of the real property described above is purported to be: 219 EAST 16TH STREET, PITTSBURG, CALIFORNIA 94565 APN#: 086- 172-015 The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address and other common designation, if any , shown herein. Said sale will be made, but without covenant or warranty, expressed or implied, regarding title, possession, or encumbrances, to pay the remaining principal sum of the note(s) secured by said Deed of Trust, with interest thereon, as provided in said note(s), advances, under the terms of said Deed of Trust, fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee and of the trusts created by said Deed of Trust. The total amount of the unpaid balance of the obligation secured by the property to be sold and reasonable estimated costs, expenses and advances at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale is $309,899.52. The beneficiary under said Deed of Trust heretofore executed and delivered to the undersigned a written Declaration of Default and Demand for Sale, and a written Notice of Default and Election to Sell. The undersigned caused said Notice of Default and Election to Sell to be recorded in the county where the real property is located. FOR TRUSTEE SALE INFORMATION PLEASE CALL: AGENCY SALES & POSTING 3210 EL CAMINO REAL, SUITE 200 IRVINE, CA 92602 714-730- 2727 www.lpsasap. com NDEx West, L.L.C. MAY BE ACTING AS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. ASAP# 3343316 11/20/2009, 11/27/2009, 12/04/2009 Antioch Press No. 06-1617 Publish Dates: November 20, 27, December 3, 2009 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File #F-0008243-00 The name of the business (es): Nails By Jimmy Located at: 5887 Lone Tree Way In: Antioch, CA 94531 Is hereby registered by the following owner(s): Muol H. Thach, 4330 El Dorado Street, Oakley, CA 94561. This business is conducted by: an Individual The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on: 1/10/05. Signature of registrant: Muol H. Thach This statement was filed with Stephen L Weir, County Clerk Of Contra Costa County on: November 17, 2009 By: Jose Gonzalez, Deputy Expires: November 17, 2014 Antioch Press No. 06-1617 Publish Dates: November 27, December 4, 11, 18, 2009

NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE Trustee Sale No. 7091675 Loan No. 0214110013 YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST, DATED 11/5/2004. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. On 12/17/2009 at 10:00 AM, Max Default Services Corporation, as duly appointed Trustee under and pursuant to Deed of Trust recorded 11/16/- 2004, as Instrument No. 2004- 0437717-00, in book xx, page xx, of Ofﬁcial Records in the ofﬁce of the County Recorder of Contra Costa County, State of California, executed by: Stephen Rosby and Rasha Rosby, Husband and Wife, WILL SELL AT PUBLIC AUCTION TO HIGHEST BIDDER FOR CASH, CASHIER’S CHECK/- CASH

NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE T.S No. 1232893-14 APN: 018- 321-006 TRA: 58002 LOAN NO: Xxxxxx7512 REF: Atoigue, Steve IMPORTANT NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER: YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST, DATED August 08, 2007. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. On December 10, 2009, at 1:30pm, Cal-Western Reconveyance Corporation, as duly appointed trustee under and pursuant to Deed of Trust recorded August 17, 2007, as Inst. No. 2007-0236473-00 in book XX, page XX of Official Records in the office of the County Recorder of Contra Costa County, State of California, executed by: Steve Atoigue and Mary Atoigue, Husband And Wife As Joint Tenants, will sell at public auction to highest bidder for cash, cashier’ s check drawn on a state or national bank, a check drawn by a state or federal credit union, or a check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association, savings association, or savings bank At the court street entrance to the county courthouse, 725 Court Street Martinez, California, all right, title and interest conveyed to and now held by it under said Deed of Trust in the property situated in said County and State described as: Completely described in said deed of trust The street address and other common designation, if any, of the real property described above is purported to be: 400 Almond Drive Brentwood CA 94513 The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address and other common designation, if any, shown herein. Said sale will be held, but without covenant or warranty, express or implied, regarding title, possession, condition or encumbrances, including fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee and of the trusts created by said Deed of Trust, to pay the remaining principal sums of the note(s) secured by said Deed of Trust. The total amount of the unpaid balance of the obligation secured by the property to be sold and reasonable estimated costs, expenses and advances at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale is: $536,149.60. If the Trustee is unable to convey title for any reason, the successful bidder’s sole and exclusive remedy shall be the return of monies paid to the Trustee, and the successful bidder shall have no further recourse. The beneficiary under said Deed of Trust heretofore executed and delivered to the undersigned a written declaration of Default and Demand for Sale, and a written Notice of Default and Election to Sell. The undersigned caused said Notice of Default and Election to Sell to be recorded in the county where the real property is located. Regarding the property that is the subject of this notice of sale, the “mortgage loan servicer” as defined in civil code ‘a7 2923.53(k)(3), declares that it has obtained from the commissioner a final or temporary order of exemption pursuant to civil code section 2923.53 and that the exemption is current and valid on the date

NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE TS # CA-09-310633-CL Order # 090630206-CA-LPO YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 3/18/2005. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. A public auction sale to the highest bidder for cash, cashier’s check drawn on a state or national bank, check drawn by state or federal credit union, or a check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association, or savings association, or savings bank specified in Section 5102 to the Financial code and authorized to do business in this state, will be held by duly appointed trustee. The sale will be made, but without covenant or warranty, expressed or implied, regarding title, possession, or encumbrances, to pay the remaining principal sum of the note(s) secured by the Deed of Trust, with interest and late charges thereon, as provided in the note(s), advances, under the terms of the Deed of Trust, interest thereon, fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee for the total amount (at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale) reasonably estimated to be set forth below. The amount may be greater on the day of sale. BENEFICIARY MAY ELECT TO BID LESS THAN THE TOTAL AMOUNT DUE. Trustor(s): SUSAN PACINI , AN UNMARRIED WOMAN Recorded: 3/23/2005 as Instrument No. 2005-0098927-00 in book -, page xxx and re-recorded on 2/6/2006 as Instrument Number 2006- 0039146-00, in Book xxx, Page xxx of Official Records in the office of the Recorder of CONTRA COSTA County, California; Date of Sale: 12/24/2009 at 10:00 AM Place of Sale: At the Court Street entrance to the County Courthouse (corner of Main and Court Street), 725 Court Street Martinez, CA 94553 Amount of unpaid balance and other charges: $320,669.94 The purported property address is: 534 LANDIS AVE OAKLEY, CA 94561 Assessors Parcel No. 035- 116-007 The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the property address or other common designation, if any, shown herein. If no street address or other common designation is shown, please refer to the referenced legal description for property location. In the event no common address or common designation of the property is provided herein directions to the location of the property may be obtained within 10 days of the date of first publication of this Notice of Sale by sending a written request to Aurora Loan Services 10350 Park Meadows Dr. Littleton CO 80124 Pursuant to California Civil Code 2923.54 the undersigned, on behalf of the beneficiary, loan servicer or authorized agent, declares as follows: [ 1 ] The mortgage loan servicer has obtained from the commissioner a final or temporary order of exemption pursuant to Section 2923.53 that is current and valid on the date the notice of sale is filed; [ 2 ] The timeframe for giving notice of sale specified in subdivision (a) of Section 2923.52 does not apply pursuant to Section 2923.52 . If the Trustee is unable to convey title for any reason, the successful bidder’s sole and ex-

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NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE T.S. No. WC-171794-C Loan No. 0043091024 YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 6/12/2006. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. A public auction sale to the highest bidder for cash, cashier’s check drawn on a state or national bank, check drawn by a state or federal credit union, or a check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association, or savings association, or savings bank specified in Section 5102 of the Financial Code and authorized to do business in this state, will be held by the duly appointed trustee. The sale will be made, but without covenant or warranty, expressed or implied, regarding title, possession, or encumbrances, to satisfy the obligation secured by said Deed of Trust. The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the property address or other common designation, if any, shown herein. TRUSTOR: TONY N. NGUYEN, A MARRIED MAN Recorded 6/16/2006 as Instrument No. 2006-0192076-00 in Book -, page - of Official Records in the office of the Recorder of Contra Costa County, California, Date of Sale: 1/8/2010 at 10:00 AM Place of Sale: At the Court Street entrance to the County Courthouse, 725 Court Street (corner of Main and Court Street), Martinez, California Property Address is purported to be: 1074 VINEYARD DR OAKLEY, California 94561 APN #: 034-370- 026 The total amount secured by said instrument as of the time of initial publication of this notice is $822,319.00, which includes the total amount of the unpaid balance (including accrued and unpaid interest) and reasonable estimated costs, expenses, and advances at the time of initial publication of this notice. Pursuant to California Civil Code 2923.54 the undersigned, on behalf of the beneficiary, loan servicer or authorized agent, declares as follows: [ 1 ] The mortgage loan servicer has obtained from the commissioner a final or temporary order of exemption pursuant to Section 2923.53 that is current and valid on the date the notice of sale is filed; [ 2 ] The timeframe for giving notice of sale specified in subdivision (a) of Section 2923.52 does not apply pursuant to Section 2923.52 or 2923.55. ETS Services, LLC Date: 11/18/2009 2255 North Ontario Street, Suite 400 Burbank, California 91504- 3120 Sale Line: 714-730-2727 Omar Solorzano, TRUSTEE SALE OFFICER ASAP# 3350815 11/- 27/2009, 12/04/2009, 12/11/2009 Oakley Press No. 03-0477 Publish Dates: November 27, December 4, 11, 2009

has obtained from the commissioner a ﬁnal or temporary order of exemption pursuant to Section 2923.53 that is current and valid on the date the notice of sale is ﬁled. DATE: November 16, 2009 Yolanda Gardner Assistant Secreta|y & Assistant vice President Aztec Foreclosure Corporation c/o 4665 MacArthur Court, Suite 250 Newport Beach, CA 92660 Phone: (800) 731-0850 or (602) 222-5711 Fax: (847)627- 8803 For Trustee’s Sale Information Call 714-730-2727 http://www. lpsasap.com www.aztectrustee. com ASAP# 3331971 11/20/2009, 11/27/2009, 12/04/2009 Oakley Press No. 03-0477 Publish Dates: November 20, 27, December 4, 2009

of the real property: 39 FULLER CT OAKLEY, CA 94561 APN Number: 033-070113 The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address and other common designation, if any, shown herein. The property heretofore described is being sold “as is”. In compliance with California Civil Code 2923.5(c) the mortgagee, trustee, beneficiary, or authorized agent declares: that it has contacted the borrower(s) to assess their financial situation and to explore options to avoid foreclosure; or that it has made efforts to contact the borrower(s) to assess their financial situation and to explore options to avoid foreclosure by one of the following methods: by telephone; by United States mail; either 1st class or certified; by overnight delivery; by personal delivery; by email; by face to face meeting. DATE: 11-23-2009 DECLARATION PURSUANT TO CALIFORNIA CIVIL CODE SECTION 2923.54 Pursuant to California Civil Code Section 2923.54, the undersigned loan servicer declares as follows: 1. It has obtained from the commissioner a final or temporary order of exemption pursuant to Section 2923.54 that is current and valid on the date the notice of sale is filed; and 2. The timeframe for giving notice of sale specified in subdivision (a) of Section 2923.52 does not apply pursuant to Section 2923.52 or Section 2923.55. CALIFORNIA RECONVEYANCE COMPANY, as Trustee (714) 259-7850 or www. fidelityasap.com (714) 573- 1965 or www.priorityposting.com CALIFORNIA RECONVEYANCE COMPANY IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. DEBORAH BRIGNAC, VICE PRESIDENT 9200 OAKDALE AVE MAILSTOP N110612 CHATSWORTH, CA 91311 ASAP# 3335090 11/27/2009, 12/- 04/2009, 12/11/2009 Oakley Press No. 03-0477 Publish Dates: November 27, December 4, 11, 2009 NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE Trustee Sale No. : 20090159909067 Title Order No.: 090569408 FHA/VA/PMI No.: - YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST, DATED 12/- 14/2005. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. NDEX WEST, LLC, as duly appointed Trustee under and pursuant to Deed of Trust Recorded on 12/22/- 2005 as Instrument No. 2005- 0489552-00 of official records in the office of the County Recorder of CONTRA COSTA County, State of CALIFORNIA. EXECUTED BY: NEDHER GARCIA, WILL SELL AT PUBLIC AUCTION TO HIGHEST BIDDER FOR CASH, CASHIER’S CHECK/CASH EQUIVALENT or other form of payment authorized by 2924h(b), (payable at time of sale in lawful money of the United States). DATE OF SALE: 12/10/2009 TIME OF SALE: 10:00 AM PLACE OF SALE: AT THE COURT STREET ENTRANCE TO THE COUNTY COURTHOUSE, 725 COURT STREET (CORNER OF MAIN AND COURT STREET), MARTINEZ, CA. STREET ADDRESS and other common designation, if any, of the real property described above is purported to be: 4608 BAYSIDE WAY, OAKLEY, CALIFORNIA 94561 APN#: 035-730-048 The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address and other common designation, if any , shown herein. Said sale will be made, but without covenant or warranty, expressed or implied, regarding title, possession, or encumbrances, to pay the remaining principal sum of the note(s) secured by said Deed of Trust, with interest thereon, as provided in said note(s), advances, under the terms of said Deed of Trust, fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee and of the trusts created by said Deed of Trust. The total amount of the unpaid balance of the obligation secured by the property to be sold and reasonable estimated costs, expenses and advances at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale is $371,481.00. The beneficiary under said Deed of Trust heretofore executed and delivered to the undersigned a written Declaration of Default and Demand for Sale, and a written Notice of Default and Election to Sell. The undersigned caused said Notice of Default and Election to Sell to be recorded in the county where the real property is located. FOR TRUSTEE SALE INFORMATION PLEASE CALL: AGENCY SALES & POSTING 3210 EL CAMINO REAL, SUITE 200 IRVINE, CA 92602 714-730- 2727 www.lpsasap.com NDEx West, L.L.C. MAY BE ACTING AS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. ASAP# 3341408 11/20/2009, 11/27/2009, 12/04/2009 Oakley Press No. 03-0477 Publish Dates: November 20, 27, December 4, 2009

County, State of California, executed by: Anthony Le, A Married Man as His Sole and Separate Property, WILL SELL AT PUBLIC AUCTION TO HIGHEST BIDDER FOR CASH, CASHIER’S CHECK/- CASH EQUIVALENT or other form of payment authorized by 2924h(b), (payable at time of sale in lawful money of the United States), At the Court Street entrance to the County Courthouse, 725 Court Street (corner of Main and Court Street), Martinez, CA. All right, title and interest conveyed to and now held by it under said Deed of Trust in the property situated in said County and State, described as: FULLY DESCRIBED IN THE ABOVE DEED OF TRUST. APN # 033-390-010-8-01 The street address and other common designation, if any, of the real property described above is purported to be: 4776 Mammouth Lane, Oakley, CA 94561 The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address and other common designation, if any, shown herein. Said sale will be made, but without covenant or warranty, expressed or implied, regarding title, possession, or encumbrances, to pay the remaining principal sum of the note(s) secured by said Deed of Trust, with interest thereon, as provided in said note(s), advances, if any, under the terms of said Deed of Trust, fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee and of the trusts created by said Deed of Trust. The total amount of the unpaid balance of the obligation secured by the property to be sold and reasonable estimated costs, expenses and advances at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale is: $419,764.77 The beneﬁciary under said Deed of Trust heretofore executed and delivered to the undersigned a written Declaration of Default and Demand for Sale. The undersigned caused a Notice of Default and Election to Sell to be recorded in the county where the real property is located. Pursuant to California Civil Code Section 2923.54, Lender or Servicer has declared it has obtained a ﬁnal or temporary order of exemption pursuant to Section 2923.53 from the Commissioner that is current and valid as of the date of this Notice of Trustee’s Sale and the requirements of Section 2923.52(a) does not apply to this Notice of Trustee’s Sale. Dated: 11/25/2009 MAX DEFAULT SERVICES CORPORATION Ryan Remington/Authorized Signature FOR TRUSTEE’S SALE INFORMATION PLEASE CALL 714-259-7850 Max Default Services Corp. is attempting to collect a debt. Any information obtained will be used for that purpose. ASAP# 3352280 11/27/- 2009, 12/04/2009, 12/11/2009 Oakley Press No. 030477 Publish Dates: November 27, December 4, 11, 2009

to Section 2923.53 that is current and valid on the date the notice of sale is filed; [ 2 ] The timeframe for giving notice of sale specified in subdivision (a) of Section 2923.52 does not apply pursuant to Section 2923.52 . If the Trustee is unable to convey title for any reason, the successful bidder’s sole and exclusive remedy shall be the return of monies paid to the Trustee, and the successful bidder shall have no further recourse. If the sale is set aside for any reason, the Purchaser at the sale shall be entitled only to a return of the deposit paid. The Purchaser shall have no further recourse against the Mortgagor, the Mortgagee, or the Mortgagee’s Attorney. Date: 11/30/2009 Quality Loan Service Corp. 2141 5th Avenue San Diego, CA 92101 619-645-7711 For NON SALE information only Sale Line: 714- 730-2727 or Login to: www. fidelityasap.com Reinstatement Line: 619-645-7711 Quality Loan Service, Corp. If you have previously been discharged through bankruptcy, you may have been released of personal liability for this loan in which case this letter is intended to exercise the note holder’s rights against the real property only. THIS NOTICE IS SENT FOR THE PURPOSE OF COLLECTING A DEBT. THIS FIRM IS ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT ON BEHALF OF THE HOLDER AND OWNER OF THE NOTE. ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED BY OR PROVIDED TO THIS FIRM OR THE CREDITOR WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. As required by law, you are hereby notified that a negative credit report reflecting on your credit record may be submitted to a credit report agency if you fail to fulfill the terms of your credit obligations. ASAP# 3339555 12/- 04/2009, 12/11/2009, 12/18/2009 Oakley Press No. 03-0477 Publish dates: December 4, 11, 18, 2009 NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE TS No. 09-0108241 Title Order No. 09-8311375 Investor/Insurer No. 203246566 APN No. 016-360- 012-5 YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST, DATED 01/17/2007. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER.” Notice is hereby given that RECONTRUST COMPANY, N. A., as duly appointed trustee pursuant to the Deed of Trust executed by: ANGELO M. BALAGTAS AND MILAGROS F. BALAGTAS, HUSBAND AND WIFE, dated 01/17/2007 and recorded 01/24/07, as Instrument No. 2007-0022629-00, in Book , Page ), of Official Records in the office of the County Recorder of Contra Costa County, State of California, will sell on 12/10/2009 at 10:00AM, At the Court Street entrance to the County Courthouse (corner of Main and Court Street), 725 Court Street Martinez, CA 94553 at public auction, to the highest bidder for cash or check as described below, payable in full at time of sale, all right, title, and interest conveyed to and now held by it under said Deed of Trust, in the property situated in said County and State and as more fully described in the above referenced Deed of Trust. The street address and other common designation, if any, of the real property described above is purported to be: 1940 PARSLEY DRIVE, BRENTWOOD, CA, 94513. The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address and other common designation, if any, shown herein. The total amount of the unpaid balance with interest thereon of the obligation secured by the property to be sold plus reasonable estimated costs, expenses and advances at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale is $470,350.46. It is possible that at the time of sale the opening bid may be less than the total indebtedness due. In addition to cash, the Trustee will accept cashier’s checks drawn on a state or national bank, a check drawn by a state or federal credit union, or a check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association, savings association, or savings bank specified in Section 5102 of the Financial Code and authorized to do business in this state. Said sale will be made, in an ‘’AS IS’’ condition, but without covenant or warranty, express or implied, regarding title, possession or encumbrances, to satisfy the indebtedness secured by said Deed of Trust, advances thereunder, with interest as provided, and the unpaid principal of the Note secured by said Deed of Trust with interest thereon as provided in said Note, plus fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee and of the trusts created by said Deed of Trust. DATED: 10/- 30/2009 RECONTRUST COMPANY, N.A. 1800 Tapo Canyon Rd., CA6-91401-94 SIMI VALLEY, CA 93063 Phone: (800) 281 8219, Sale Information (626) 927-4399 By:-- Trustee’s Sale Officer RECONTRUST COMPANY, N.A. is a debt collector attempting to collect a debt. Any information obtained will be used for that purpose. ASAP# 3343411 11/20/2009, 11/27/2009, 12/04/2009 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 Publish Dates: November 20, 27, December 4, 2009 NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE Trustee Sale No. : 20090015000620 Title Order No.: 090421767 FHA/VA/PMI No.: - YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST, DATED 09/- 20/2006. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. NDEX WEST, LLC, as duly appointed Trustee under and pursuant to Deed of Trust Recorded

on 09/26/- 2006 as Instrument No. 2006- 030823-00 of official records in the office of the County Recorder of CONTRA COSTA County, State of CALIFORNIA. EXECUTED BY: ROYCE T BAILEY, WILL SELL AT PUBLIC AUCTION TO HIGHEST BIDDER FOR CASH, CASHIER’S CHECK/CASH EQUIVALENT or other form of payment authorized by 2924h(b), (payable at time of sale in lawful money of the United States). DATE OF SALE: 12/10/2009 TIME OF SALE: 10:00 AM PLACE OF SALE: AT THE COURT STREET ENTRANCE TO THE COUNTY COURTHOUSE, 725 COURT STREET (CORNER OF MAIN AND COURT STREET), MARTINEZ, CA. STREET ADDRESS and other common designation, if any, of the real property described above is purported to be: 1323 PORTSMOUTH ST, OAKLEY, CALIFORNIA 94561 APN#: 034- 380-041 The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address and other common designation, if any , shown herein. Said sale will be made, but without covenant or warranty, expressed or implied, regarding title, possession, or encumbrances, to pay the remaining principal sum of the note(s) secured by said Deed of Trust, with interest thereon, as provided in said note(s), advances, under the terms of said Deed of Trust, fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee and of the trusts created by said Deed of Trust. The total amount of the unpaid balance of the obligation secured by the property to be sold and reasonable estimated costs, expenses and advances at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale is $512,647.61. The beneficiary under said Deed of Trust heretofore executed and delivered to the undersigned a written Declaration of Default and Demand for Sale, and a written Notice of Default and Election to Sell. The undersigned caused said Notice of Default and Election to Sell to be recorded in the county where the real property is located. FOR TRUSTEE SALE INFORMATION PLEASE CALL: AGENCY SALES & POSTING 3210 EL CAMINO REAL, SUITE 200 IRVINE, CA 92602 714-730- 2727 www.lpsasap.com NDEx West, L.L.C. MAY BE ACTING AS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. ASAP# 3343300 11/20/2009, 11/27/2009, 12/04/2009 Oakley Press No. 03-0477 Publish Dates: November 20, 27, December 4, 2009 ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE ATTORNEY OR PARTY WITHOUT ATTORNEY: Denise L. Reposa, Prepared by: DENISE FAMILY LAW AND DIVORCE DOCUMENT ASSISTANCE, 1215 PINE STREET, MARTINEZ, CA 94553 (925) 229-5460 for: JOSELITO SOLIVEN, 3709 HERITAGE DRIVE, ANTIOCH, CA 94509 ATTORNEY FOR: JOSELITO SOLIVEN SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA, COUNTY OF CONTRA COSTA, 751 PINE STREET, MARTINEZ, CA 94553 PETITIONER/ - PLAINTIFF: JOSELITO SOLIVEN RESPONDENT/- DEFENDANT: YOMARY ORTIZ ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE: Child Custody, MODIFICATION, Visitation Other: Father may obtain passport and remove child from State without Mother’s consent. CASE NUMBER: D99-03415 1. TO: YOMARY ORTIZ 2. YOU ARE ORDERED TO APPEAR IN THIS COURT AS FOLLOWS TO GIVE ANY LEGAL REASON WHY THE RELIEF SOUGHT IN THE ATTACHED APPLICATION SHOULD NOT BE GRANTED. If child custody or visitation is an issue in this proceeding, Family Code section 3170 requires mediation before or concurrently with the hearing listed below. a. Date: 1/7/10 Time: 8:30 a.m. Dept: 50 b. The address of the court is: same as noted above. c. The parties are ordered to attend custody mediation services as follows: PRIOR TO HEARING Date: November 3, 2009 Jeffrey D,. Huffaker, Judicial Officer NOTICE: If you have children from this relationship, the court is required to order payment of child support based on the incomes of both parents. The amount of child support can be large. It normally continues until the child is 18. You should supply the court with information about your finances. Otherwise, the child support order will be based on the information supplied by the other parent. You do not have to pay any fee to file declarations in response to this order to show cause (including a completed income and Expense Declaration (form FL-150) or Financial Statement (Simplified) (form FL-155) that will show your finances. In the absence of an order shortening, the original of the responsive declaration must be filed with the court and a copy served on the other party at least nine court days before the hearing date. Add five calendar days if you serve by mail within California. (See Code of Civil Procedure 1005 for other situations.) To determine court and calendar days, go to: www.courtinfo.ca.gov/selfhelp/ - courtcalendars/. Antioch Press No. 06-1617 Publish Dates: November 27, December 4, 11, 18, 2009 NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE TS No. 09-0082731 Title Order No. 09-8235566 Investor/Insurer No. 088051198 APN No. 011-500- 003-6 YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST, DATED 10/10/2005. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER.” Notice is hereby given that RECONTRUST COMPANY, N.A., as duly appointed trustee pursuant to the Deed of Trust executed by: JASON W LEHRER, A MARRIED MAN, dated

10/10/2005 and recorded 10/13/05, as Instrument No. 2005- 0392096-00, in Book , Page ), of Official Records in the office of the County Recorder of Contra Costa County, State of California, will sell on 01/05/2010 at 10:00AM, At the Court Street entrance to the County Courthouse (corner of Main and Court Street), 725 Court Street Martinez, CA 94553 at public auction, to the highest bidder for cash or check as described below, payable in full at time of sale, all right, title, and interest conveyed to and now held by it under said Deed of Trust, in the property situated in said County and State and as more fully described in the above referenced Deed of Trust. The street address and other common designation, if any, of the real property described above is purported to be: 5171 FERN RIDGE CIRCLE, DISCOVERY BAY, CA, 94514. The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address and other common designation, if any, shown herein. The total amount of the unpaid balance with interest thereon of the obligation secured by the property to be sold plus reasonable estimated costs, expenses and advances at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale is $563,276.68. It is possible that at the time of sale the opening bid may be less than the total indebtedness due. In addition to cash, the Trustee will accept cashier’s checks drawn on a state or national bank, a check drawn by a state or federal credit union, or a check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association, savings association, or savings bank specified in Section 5102 of the Financial Code and authorized to do business in this state. Said sale will be made, in an ‘’AS IS’’ condition, but without covenant or warranty, express or implied, regarding title, possession or encumbrances, to satisfy the indebtedness secured by said Deed of Trust, advances thereunder, with interest as provided, and the unpaid principal of the Note secured by said Deed of Trust with interest thereon as provided in said Note, plus fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee and of the trusts created by said Deed of Trust. DATED: 09/- 12/2009 RECONTRUST COMPANY, N.A. 1800 Tapo Canyon Rd., CA6-91401-94 SIMI VALLEY, CA 93063 Phone: (800) 281 8219, Sale Information (626) 927-4399 By: Trustee’s Sale Officer RECONTRUST COMPANY, N.A. is a debt collector attempting to collect a debt. Any information obtained will be used for that purpose. ASAP# 3358541 12/04/2009, 12/11/2009, 12/18/2009 Antioch Press No. 06-1617 Publish Dates: December 4, 11, 18, 2009 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File #F-0008087-00 The name of the business (es): C.W. Construction Located at: 2291 Tamarisk Court In: Discovery Bay, CA 94505 Is hereby registered by the following owner(s):LaurenceMahlon Coombs, 4308 San Martin Drive, Salida, CA 95368; Clifton Cardell Walker, 2291 Tamarisk Court, Discovery Bay, CA 94505. This business is conducted by: a General Partnership The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on: N/A. Signature of registrant: Clifton Walker This statement was filed with Stephen L Weir, County Clerk Of Contra Costa County on: November 12, 2009 By: J. Odegaard, Deputy Expires: November 12, 2014 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 Publish: November 20, 27, December 4, 11, 2009 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File #F-0007845-00 The name of the business (es): Yogurt Island Located at: 3100 Main Street, Suite 282 In: Oakley, CA 94561 Is hereby registered by the following owner(s): Victor Benitez and Jacqueline Benitez, 1647 Somerset Place, Antioch, CA 94509; Irene Magana and Derek Dammeyer, 526 Vivian Street, Brentwood, CA 94513. This business is conducted by: a General Partnership The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on: 11/2/09. Signature of registrant: Irene Magana This statement was filed with Stephen L Weir, County Clerk Of Contra Costa County on: November 2, 2009 By: H. Franklin, Deputy Expires: November 2, 2014 Oakley Press No. 03-0477 Publish: November 27, December 4, 11, 18, 2009 LEGAL NOTICE PUBLIC NOTICE THAT THE BYRON UNION SCHOOL DISTRICT BOARD OF EDUCATION HAS MADE A PROVISIONAL APPOINTMENT TO FILL A SCHOOL BOARD VACANCY On October 22, 2009, member Lisa Hultz of the Byron Union School District Governing Board, filed a deferred resignation, resigning her position on the Byron Union School District Board, effective October 22, 2009. On November 19, 2009, the Byron Union School District Board provisionally appointed Elaine Landro to fill the vacant seat on the Byron Union School Board from November 19, 2009 to December 1, 2010. Unless a petition calling for a special election containing a sufficient number of signatures is filed in the office of the Contra Costa County Superintendent of Schools, 77 Santa Barbara Road, Pleasant Hill, California 94523, within thirty (30) days of the date of the provisional appointment, the appointment shall become final. In accordance with Education Code section 5092, this notice will be posted in three (3) public places throughout the Byron Union School District. This notice will also be published one time in the Discovery Bay Press, a newspaper of general circulation. Date: November 24, 2009 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 Publish Date: December 4, 2009

NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE Trustee Sale No. 09-510611 INC Title Order No. 090586265- CA-DCI APN 037500-042 YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 10/09/- 06. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDINGS AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. On 12/10/- 09 at 10:00 a.m.. Aztec Foreclosure Corporation as the duly appointed Trustee under and pursuant to Deed of Trust Recorded on 10/12/06 in Instrument No. 2006-0323219-00 of official records in the Office of the Recorder of CONTRA COSTA County, California, executed by: Alfredo Ramirez, a Single Man, as Trustor, Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., solely as Nominee for OneWest Bank FSB, as Beneficiary, WILL SELL AT PUBLIC AUCTION TO THE HIGHEST BIDDER FOR CASH (payable at time of sale in lawful money of the United States, by cash, a cashier’s check drawn by a state or national bank, a check drawn by a state or federal credit union, or a check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association, savings association, or savings bank specified in section 5102 of the Financial Code and authorized to do business in this state), at the Court Street entrance to the County Courthouse (corner of Main & Court Streets), 725 Court Street, Martinez, CA, all right, title and interest conveyed to and now held by it under said Deed of Trust in the property situated in said County, California described as: 1012 WARHOL WAY, OAKLEY, CA 94561 The property heretofore described is being sold “as is”. The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address and other common designation, if any, shown herein. Said sale will be made, but without covenant or warranty, expressed or implied, regarding title, possession, or encumbrances, to pay the remaining principal sum of the note(s) secured by said Deed of Trust, with interest thereon, as provided in said note(s), advances, if any, under the terms of the Deed of Trust, estimated fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee and of the trusts created by said Deed of Trust, to-wit: $362,531.64 (Estimated) Accrued interest and additional advances, if any, will increase this figure prior to sale. The beneficiary under said Deed of Trust heretofore executed and delivered to the undersigned a written Declaration of Default and Demand for Sale, and a written Notice of Default and Election to Sell. The undersigned caused said Notice of Default and Election to Sell to be recorded in the county where the real property is located and more than three months have elapsed since such recordation. Requirements of SB1137 have been met pursuant to the Notice of Sale Declaration of record. The mortgage loan servicer

NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE Trustee Sale No. 238239CA Loan No. 3010836942 Title Order No. 190106 YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 08/31/2006. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDINGS AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. On 12/17/- 2009 at 10:00 AM, CALIFORNIA RECONVEYANCE COMPANY as the duly appointed Trustee under and pursuant to Deed of Trust Recorded 09/12/2006, Book , Page , Instrument 2006-0287606- 00, of official records in the Office of the Recorder of CONTRA COSTA County, California, executed by: ELIZABETH APANDE, A MARRIED WOMAN, as Trustor, WASHINGTON MUTUAL BANK, FA, as Beneficiary, will sell at public auction sale to the highest bidder for cash, cashier’s check drawn by a state or national bank, a cashier’s check drawn by a state or federal credit union, or a cashier’s check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association, savings association, or savings bank specified in section 5102 of the Financial Code and authorized to do business in this state. Sale will be held by the duly appointed trustee as shown below, of all right, title, and interest conveyed to and now held by the trustee in the hereinafter described property under and pursuant to the Deed of Trust. The sale will be made, but without covenant or warranty, expressed or implied, regarding title, possession, or encumbrances, to pay the remaining principal sum of the note(s) secured by the Deed of Trust, interest thereon, estimated fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee for the total amount (at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale) reasonably estimated to be set forth below. The amount may be greater on the day of sale. Place of Sale: THE COURT ST. ENTRANCE TO THE COUNTY COURTHOUSE, 725 COURT STREET(CORNER OF MAIN & COURT STREETS) , MARTINEZ, CA Legal Description: LOT 22, AS SHOWN ON THE MAP OF SUBDIVISION 8648, FILED JULY 12, 2002, MAP BOOK 444, PAGE 32, CONTRA COSTAS COUNTY RECORDS. EXCEPTING THEREFROM: ALL OIL, GAS, CASINGHEAD GAS, ASPHALTUM AND OTHER HYDROCARBON, AND ALL CHEMICAL GAS, NOW OR HEREAFTER FOUND, SITUATED OR LOCATED IN ALL OR ANY PART OR PORTION OF THE LANDS HEREIN DESCRIBED LYING MORE THAN FIVE HUNDRED FEET (500’’) BELOW THE SURFACE THEREOF, TOGETHER WITH THE RIGHT TO SLANT DRILL FOR AND REMOVE ALL OR ANY OF SAID OIL, GAS, CASINGHEAD GAS, ASPHALTUM AND OTHER HYDROCARBON AND CHEMICAL GAS, LYING BELOW A DEPTH OF MORE THAN FIVE HUNDRED FEET BELOW THE SURFACE THEREOF; BUT WITHOUT ANY RIGHTS WHATSOEVER TO ENTER UPON THE SURFACE OF SAID LAND OR UPON ANY PART OF SAID LAND WITHIN FIVE HUNDRED FEET (500) VERTICAL DISTANCE BELOW THE SURFACE THEREOF, AS RESERVED IN THE DEED FROM CLIFTON R. LANLOIS, ET UX, RECORDED AUGUST 9, 1978 IN BOOK 8959, PAGE 273, OFFICIARL RECORDS, AND RE- RECORDED SEPTEMBER 12, 1978, BOOK 9005, PAGE 836, OFFICIARL RECORDS. RESERVING THEREFROM: 1. ANY REMAINING OIL, GAS, GEOTHERMAL STEAM, CASINGHEAD GAS, ASPHALTUM AND OTHER HYDROCARBONS AND CHEMICAL GAS NOW OR HEREAFTER FOUND, SITUATED OR LOCATED IN ALL OR ANY PORTION OF THE LANDS DESCRIBED HEREIN LYING MORE THAN FIVE HUNDRED FEET (500) BELOW THE SURFACE THEREOF, TOGETHER WITH THE RIGHT TO SLANT DRILL FOR AND REMOVE ALL OR ANY OF SAID GAS, OIL, CASINGHEAD GAS, ASPHALTUM AND OTHER HYDROCARBONS OR CHEMICAL GAS LYING BELOW A DEPTH OF MORE THAN FIVE HUNDRED FEET (500- ) BELOW THE SURFACE THEREOF INCLUDING THE RIGHT TO GRANT LEASES FOR ALL OR ANY OF SAID PURPOSES, BUT WITHOUT ANY RIGHT WHATSOEVER TO ENTER UPON THE SURFACE OF SAID LANDS OR ANY PORTION THEREOF WITHIN FIVE- HUNDRED FEET (500- ) VERTICAL DISTANCE BELOW THE SURFACE THEREOF. 2. ALL OVERLYING AND OTHER WATER RIGHTS, INCLUDING, WITHOUT LIMITATIONS, THE RIGHT TO APPROPRIATE WATER AND DISTRIBUTE IT TO OTHER PROPERTIES WITHOUT ANY RIGHT TO THE USE OR RIGHTS IN/ OR TO ANY PORTION OF THE SURFACE OF SAID LAND. THE OWNER OF THE RESERVED WATER RIGHTS, HOWEVER, COVENANTS THAT IT WILL NOT EXERCISE THE RIGHTS RESERVED EXCEPT BELOW 100 FEET FROM THE SURFACE OF SAID LAND. Amount of unpaid balance and other charges: $455,349.13 (estimated) Street address and other common designation

NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE Trustee Sale No. 7091819 Loan No. 1917050084YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST, DATED 6/6/2007. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. On 12/17/2009 at 10:00 AM, Max Default Services Corporation, as duly appointed Trustee under and pursuant to Deed of Trust recorded 6/21/2007, as Instrument No. 2007-0180401- 00, in book xx, page xx, of Ofﬁcial Records in the ofﬁce of the County Recorder of Contra Costa

NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE TS # CA-09-309597-AL Order # 196232 YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 2/26/2007. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. A public auction sale to the highest bidder for cash, cashier’s check drawn on a state or national bank, check drawn by state or federal credit union, or a check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association, or savings association, or savings bank specified in Section 5102 to the Financial code and authorized to do business in this state, will be held by duly appointed trustee. The sale will be made, but without covenant or warranty, expressed or implied, regarding title, possession, or encumbrances, to pay the remaining principal sum of the note(s) secured by the Deed of Trust, with interest and late charges thereon, as provided in the note(s), advances, under the terms of the Deed of Trust, interest thereon, fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee for the total amount (at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale) reasonably estimated to be set forth below. The amount may be greater on the day of sale. BENEFICIARY MAY ELECT TO BID LESS THAN THE TOTAL AMOUNT DUE. Trustor(s): KARI L. GEE AND, TIMOTHY J. GEE, WIFE AND HUSBAND, AS JOINT TENANTS. Recorded: 3/6/- 2007 as Instrument No. 2007- 0065470-00 in book XXX, page XXX of Official Records in the office of the Recorder of CONTRA COSTA County, California; Date of Sale: 1/4/2010 at 10:00 AM Place of Sale: At the Court Street entrance to the County Courthouse (corner of Main and Court Street), 725 Court Street Martinez, CA 94553 Amount of unpaid balance and other charges: $344,785.32 The purported property address is: 1269 WALNUT MEADOWS DRIVE OAKLEY, CA 94561 Assessors Parcel No. 037-382020 The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the property address or other common designation, if any, shown herein. If no street address or other common designation is shown, please refer to the referenced legal description for property location. In the event no common address or common designation of the property is provided herein directions to the location of the property may be obtained within 10 days of the date of first publication of this Notice of Sale by sending a written request to Washington Mutual Bank, FA 7255 Baymeadows Way Jacksonville FL 32256 Pursuant to California Civil Code 2923.54 the undersigned, on behalf of the beneficiary, loan servicer or authorized agent, declares as follows: [ 1 ] The mortgage loan servicer has obtained from the commissioner a final or temporary order of exemption pursuant

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NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE TS No. 09-0072351 Title Order No. 09-8-209002 Investor/Insurer No. 147647733 APN No. 034-320- 008-5 YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST, DATED 11/07/2006. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER.” Notice is hereby given that RECONTRUST COMPANY, N.A., as duly appointed trustee pursuant to the Deed of Trust executed by: JESUS FERNANDEZ VILLEGAS, AN UNMARRIED MAN, dated 11/07/- 2006 and recorded 11/29/06, as Instrument No. 2006-0380614-00, in Book -, Page -), of Official Records in the office of the County Recorder of Contra Costa County, State of California, will sell on 12/- 17/2009 at 10:00AM, At the Court Street entrance to the County Courthouse (corner of Main and Court Street), 725 Court Street Martinez, CA 94553 at public auction, to the highest bidder for cash or check as described below, payable in full at time of sale, all right, title, and interest conveyed to and now held by it under said Deed of Trust, in the property situated in said County and State and as more fully described in the above referenced Deed of Trust. The street address and other common designation, if any, of the real property described above is purported to be: 5000 WINCHESTER DRIVE, OAKLEY, CA, 94561. The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address and other common designation, if any, shown herein. The total amount of the unpaid balance with interest thereon of the obligation secured by the property to be sold plus reasonable estimated costs, expenses and advances at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale is $478,602.59. It is possible that at the time of sale the opening bid may be less than the total indebtedness due. In addition to cash, the Trustee will accept cashier’s checks drawn on a state or national bank, a check drawn by a state or federal credit union, or a check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association, savings association, or savings bank specified in Section 5102 of the Financial Code and authorized to do business in this state. Said sale will be made, in an ‘’AS IS’’ condition, but without covenant or warranty, express or implied, regarding title, possession or encumbrances, to satisfy the indebtedness secured by said Deed of Trust, advances thereunder, with interest as provided, and the unpaid principal of the Note secured by said Deed of Trust with interest thereon as provided in said Note, plus fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee and of the trusts created by said Deed of Trust. DATED: 08/- 30/2009 RECONTRUST COMPANY, N.A. 1800 Tapo Canyon Rd., CA6-91401-94 SIMI VALLEY, CA 93063 Phone: (800) 281 8219, Sale Information (626) 927-4399 By: - Trustee’s Sale Officer RECONTRUST COMPANY, N.A. is a debt collector attempting to collect a debt. Any information obtained will be used for that purpose. ASAP# 3346637 11/27/2009, 12/04/2009, 12/11/2009 Oakley Press No. 03-0477 Publish Dates: November 27, December 4, 11, 2009

without covenant or warranty, express or implied, regarding title, possession or encumbrances, to satisfy the indebtedness secured by said Deed of Trust, advances thereunder, with interest as provided, and the unpaid principal of the Note secured by said Deed of Trust with interest thereon as provided in said Note, plus fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee and of the trusts created by said Deed of Trust. DATED: 11/- 07/2009 RECONTRUST COMPANY, N.A. 1800 Tapo Canyon Rd., CA6-91401-94 SIMI VALLEY, CA 93063 Phone: (800) 281 8219, Sale Information (626) 927-4399 By:-- Trustee’s Sale Officer RECONTRUST COMPANY, N.A. is a debt collector attempting to collect a debt. Any information obtained will be used for that purpose. ASAP# 3340824 11/20/2009, 11/27/2009, 12/04/2009 Oakley Press No. 03-0477 Publish Dates: November 20, 27, December 4, 2009 NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE TS No. 08-0085862 Title Order No. 08-8-316614 APN No. 037- 480-048-0 YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST, DATED 08/03/2006. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. Notice is hereby given that RECONTRUST COMPANY, as duly appointed trustee pursuant to the Deed of Trust executed by: MANRAJ KAUR, A MARRIED WOMAN, dated 08/03/- 2006 and recorded 08/11/2006, as Instrument No. 2006-0255098-00, in Book , Page of Official Records in the office of the County Recorder of CONTRA COSTA County, State of California, will sell on 01/05/2010 at 10:00 AM, At the Court Street entrance to the County Courthouse (corner of Main and Court Street), 725 Court Street Martinez, CA 94553 at public auction, to the highest bidder for cash or check as described below, payable in full at time of sale, all right, title, and interest conveyed to and now held by it under said Deed of Trust, in the property situated in said County and State and as more fully described in the above referenced Deed of Trust. The street address and other common designation, if any, of the real property described above is purported to be: 51 PUFFIN CIRCLE, OAKLEY, CA 94561. The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address and other common designation, if any, shown herein. The total amount of the unpaid balance with interest thereon of the obligation secured by the property to be sold plus reasonable estimated costs, expenses and advances at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale is $464,540.09. It is possible that at the time of sale the opening bid may be less than the total indebtedness due. In addition to cash, the Trustee will accept cashier’s checks drawn on a state or national bank, a check drawn by a state or federal credit union, or a check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association, savings association, or savings bank specified in Section 5102 of the Financial Code and authorized to do business in this state. Said sale will be made, in an ‘’AS IS’’ condition, but without covenant or warranty, express or implied, regarding title, possession or encumbrances, to satisfy the indebtedness secured by said Deed of Trust, advances thereunder, with interest as provided, and the unpaid principal of the Note secured by said Deed of Trust with interest thereon as provided in said Note, plus fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee and of the trusts created by said Deed of Trust. If required by the provisions of Section 2923.5 of the California Civil Code, the declaration from the mortgagee, beneficiary or authorized agent is attached to the Notice of Trustee’s Sale duly recorded with the appropriate County Recorder’s office. RECONTRUST COMPANY 1800 Tapo Canyon Rd., CA6-914-0194 Bldg D RGV-D7-450 SIMI VALLEY, CA 93063 Phone/Sale Information: (800) 281-8219 By: Lorrie Matheson, Team Member RECONTRUST COMPANY, N.A. is a debt collector attempting to collect a debt. Any information obtained will be used for that purpose. ASAP# 3353345 12/04/- 2009, 12/11/2009, 12/18/2009 Oakley Press No. 030477 Publish Dates: December 4, 11, 18, 2009 NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE TS No. 09-0016331 Title Order No. 09-8-056074 APN No. 037- 280-079-7 YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST, DATED 08/29/2005. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. Notice is hereby given that RECONTRUST COMPANY, N. A., as duly appointed trustee pursuant to the Deed of Trust executed by: JOHN L TROWBRIDGE AND CHRISTINE H TROWBRIDGE, HUSBAND AND WIFE AS JOINT TENANTS., dated 08/29/2005 and recorded 09/02/2005, as Instrument No. 2005-0335137-00, in Book , Page of Official Records in the office of the County Recorder of CONTRA COSTA County, State of California, will sell on 12/24/2009 at 10:00 AM, At the Court Street entrance to the County Courthouse (corner of Main and Court Street), 725 Court Street Martinez, CA 94553 at public auction, to the highest bidder for cash or check as described below, payable in full at time of sale, all right, title, and interest conveyed to and now held by it under said Deed of Trust, in the property situated in said County and State and as more fully described in the above referenced

Deed of Trust. The street address and other common designation, if any, of the real property described above is purported to be: 5328 SUNRISE MEADOWS LN., OAKLEY, CA 94561. The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address and other common designation, if any, shown herein. The total amount of the unpaid balance with interest thereon of the obligation secured by the property to be sold plus reasonable estimated costs, expenses and advances at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale is $285,052.17. It is possible that at the time of sale the opening bid may be less than the total indebtedness due. In addition to cash, the Trustee will accept cashier’s checks drawn on a state or national bank, a check drawn by a state or federal credit union, or a check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association, savings association, or savings bank specified in Section 5102 of the Financial Code and authorized to do business in this state. Said sale will be made, in an ‘’AS IS’’ condition, but without covenant or warranty, express or implied, regarding title, possession or encumbrances, to satisfy the indebtedness secured by said Deed of Trust, advances thereunder, with interest as provided, and the unpaid principal of the Note secured by said Deed of Trust with interest thereon as provided in said Note, plus fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee and of the trusts created by said Deed of Trust. If required by the provisions of Section 2923.5 of the California Civil Code, the declaration from the mortgagee, beneficiary or authorized agent is attached to the Notice of Trustee’s Sale duly recorded with the appropriate County Recorder’s office. RECONTRUST COMPANY 1757 TAPO CANYON ROAD, SVW88 Bldg D RGV-D7-450 SIMI VALLEY, CA 93063 Phone/Sale Information: (800) 281-8219 By: Lorrie Matheson, Team Member RECONTRUST COMPANY, N.A. is a debt collector attempting to collect a debt. Any information obtained will be used ASAP# 3357767 12/04/2009, 12/11/2009, 12/18/2009 Oakley Press No. 03-0477 Publish Dates: December 4, 11, 18, 2009

TUM AND OTHER HYDROCARBONS, TO A DEPTH OF 500 FEET IN AND UNDER THE LANDS DESCRIBED IN EXHIBIT A ATTACHED HERETO AND INCORPORATED HEREIN BY REFERENCE, EXPRESSLY RESERVING TO THE GRANTORS HEREIN ALL MINERALS, INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO, GAS, OIL, ASPHALTUM, AND OTHER HYDROCARBONS, IN AND UNDER SAID LANDS BELOW A DEPTH OF 500 FEET.’’ ALSO EXCEPTING THEREFROM: AN UNDIVIDED 1/4 INTEREST IN AND TO ALL OIL, GAS, CASINGHEAD GAS, ASPHALTUM AND OTHER HYDROCARBONS AND CHEMICAL GAS, NOW OR HEREAFTER FOUND, SITUATED IN ALL OR ANY PORTION OF THE LANDS DESCRIBED HEREIN, LYING MORE THAN FIVE HUNDRED (500’) FEET BELOW THE SURFACE THEREOF, TOGETHER WITH THE RIGHT TO SLANT DRILL FOR AND REMOVE ALL OR ANY OF SAID GAS, OIL, CASINGHEAD GAS, ASPHALTUM AND OTHER HYDROCARBONS OR CHEMICAL GAS LYING BELOW A DEPTH OF MORE THAN FIVE HUNDRED (500’) FEET BELOW THE SURFACE THEREOF, INCLUDING THE RIGHT TO GRANT LEASES FOR ALL OR ANY OF SAID PURPOSES, BUT WITHOUT ANY RIGHT WHATSOEVER TO ENTER UPON THE SURFACE OF SAID LAND OR ANY PORTIONS THEREOF WITHIN FIVE HUNDRED (500) FEET VERTICAL DISTANCE BELOW THE SURFACE THEREOF, AS RESERVED IN THE DEED FROM EDWARD A. PREWETT, ET UX, RECORDED DECEMBER 22, 1986, IN BOOK 13335, PAGE 895, OFFICIAL RECORDS. Amount of unpaid balance and other charges: $529,491.28 (estimated) Street address and other common designation of the real property: 2321 HUNTSMAN WAY ANTIOCH, CA 94531 APN Number: 055-110-049 The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address and other common designation, if any, shown herein. The property heretofore described is being sold “as is”. In compliance with California Civil Code 2923.5(c) the mortgagee, trustee, beneficiary, or authorized agent declares: that it has contacted the borrower(s) to assess their financial situation and to explore options to avoid foreclosure; or that it has made efforts to contact the borrower(s) to assess their financial situation and to explore options to avoid foreclosure by one of the following methods: by telephone; by United States mail; either 1st class or certified; by overnight delivery; by personal delivery; by email; by face to face meeting. DATE: 12- 03-2009 DECLARATION PURSUANT TO CALIFORNIA CIVIL CODE SECTION 2923.54 Pursuant to California Civil Code Section 2923.54, the undersigned loan servicer declares as follows: 1. It has obtained from the commissioner a final or temporary order of exemption pursuant to Section 2923.54 that is current and valid on the date the notice of sale is filed; and 2. The timeframe for giving notice of sale specified in subdivision (a) of Section 2923.52 does not apply pursuant to Section 2923.52 or Section 2923.55. CALIFORNIA RECONVEYANCE COMPANY, as Trustee (714) 259-7850 or www. fidelityasap.com (714) 573- 1965 or www.priorityposting.com CALIFORNIA RECONVEYANCE COMPANY IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. DEBORAH BRIGNAC, VICE PRESIDENT 9200 OAKDALE AVE MAILSTOP N110612 CHATSWORTH, CA 91311 ASAP# 3358707 12/04/2009, 12/- 11/2009, 12/18/2009 Antioch Press No. #06-1617 Publish Dates: December 4, 11, 18, 2009

opening bid may be less than the total indebtedness due. In addition to cash, the Trustee will accept cashier’s checks drawn on a state or national bank, a check drawn by a state or federal credit union, or a check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association, savings association, or savings bank specified in Section 5102 of the Financial Code and authorized to do business in this state. Said sale will be made, in an ‘’AS IS’’ condition, but without covenant or warranty, express or implied, regarding title, possession or encumbrances, to satisfy the indebtedness secured by said Deed of Trust, advances thereunder, with interest as provided, and the unpaid principal of the Note secured by said Deed of Trust with interest thereon as provided in said Note, plus fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee and of the trusts created by said Deed of Trust. If required by the provisions of section 2923.5 of the California Civil Code, the declaration from the mortgagee, beneficiary or authorized agent is attached to the duly recorded with the appropriate County Recorder’s Office. DATED: 08/09/2009 RECONTRUST COMPANY, N.A. 1800 Tapo Canyon Rd., CA6-914- 01-94 SIMI VALLEY, CA 93063 Phone: (800) 281 8219, Sale Information (626) 927-4399 By: - Trustee’s Sale Officer RECONTRUST COMPANY, N.A. is a debt collector attempting to collect a debt. Any information obtained will be used for that purpose. ASAP# 3336190 11/20/- 2009, 11/27/2009, 12/04/2009 Oakley Press No. 030477 Publish Dates: November 20, 27, December 4, 2009 NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE T.S. No. GM-225210-C Loan No. 0307678519 YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 4/7/2006. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. A public auction sale to the highest bidder for cash, cashier’s check drawn on a state or national bank, check drawn by a state or federal credit union, or a check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association, or savings association, or savings bank specified in Section 5102 of the Financial Code and authorized to do business in this state, will be held by the duly appointed trustee. The sale will be made, but without covenant or warranty, expressed or implied, regarding title, possession, or encumbrances, to satisfy the obligation secured by said Deed of Trust. The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the property address or other common designation, if any, shown herein. TRUSTOR: MANOLO C. MARIANO, AN UNMARRIED MAN Recorded 4/- 19/2006 as Instrument No. 2006- 0121585-00 in Book , page of Official Records in the office of the Recorder of Contra Costa County, California, Date of Sale: 12/18/- 2009 at 10:00 AM Place of Sale: At the Court Street entrance to the County Courthouse, 725 Court Street (corner of Main and Court Street), Martinez, California Property Address is purported to be: 4334 SAN MIGUEL CIR PITTSBURG, CA 94565 APN #: 089-203-025 The total amount secured by said instrument as of the time of initial publication of this notice is $446,878.00, which includes the total amount of the unpaid balance (including accrued and unpaid interest) and reasonable estimated costs, expenses, and advances at the time of initial publication of this notice. Pursuant to California Civil Code 2923.54 the undersigned, on behalf of the beneficiary, loan servicer or authorized agent, declares as follows: [ 1 ] The mortgage loan servicer has obtained from the commissioner a final or temporary order of exemption pursuant to Section 2923.53 that is current and valid on the date the notice of sale is filed; [ 2 ] The timeframe for giving notice of sale specified in subdivision (a) of Section 2923.52 does not apply pursuant to Section 2923.52 or 2923.55. Date: 11/18/2009 ETS Services, LLC 2255 North Ontario Street, Suite 400 Burbank, California 91504- 3120 Sale Line: 714-730-2727 Omar Solorzano, TRUSTEE SALE OFFICER ASAP# 3334772 11/- 27/2009, 12/04/2009, 12/11/2009 Oakley Press No. 03-0477 Publish dates: November 27, December 4, 11, 2009 NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE TS No. 09-0070523 Title Order No. 09-8204984 Investor/Insurer No. 147659230 APN No. 041-210- 061-2 YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST, DATED 12/20/2006. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER.” Notice is hereby given that RECONTRUST COMPANY, N. A., as duly appointed trustee pursuant to the Deed of Trust executed by: TROY D HAMMOND, A MARRIED MAN, dated 12/20/2006 and recorded 12/28/06, as Instrument No. 2006- 0413258-00, in Book -, Page -), of Official Records in the office of the County Recorder of Contra Costa County, State of California, will sell on 12/10/2009 at 10:00AM, At the Court Street entrance to the County Courthouse (corner of Main and Court Street), 725 Court Street Martinez, CA 94553 at public auction, to the highest bidder for cash or check as described below, payable in full at time of sale, all right, title, and interest conveyed to and now held by it under said Deed of Trust, in the property situated in said County and State and as more fully described in the above referenced

Deed of Trust. The street address and other common designation, if any, of the real property described above is purported to be: 2312 EL MONTE DRIVE, OAKLEY, CA, 94561. The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address and other common designation, if any, shown herein. The total amount of the unpaid balance with interest thereon of the obligation secured by the property to be sold plus reasonable estimated costs, expenses and advances at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale is $300,040.58. It is possible that at the time of sale the opening bid may be less than the total indebtedness due. In addition to cash, the Trustee will accept cashier’s checks drawn on a state or national bank, a check drawn by a state or federal credit union, or a check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association, savings association, or savings bank specified in Section 5102 of the Financial Code and authorized to do business in this state. Said sale will be made, in an ‘’AS IS’’ condition, but without covenant or warranty, express or implied, regarding title, possession or encumbrances, to satisfy the indebtedness secured by said Deed of Trust, advances thereunder, with interest as provided, and the unpaid principal of the Note secured by said Deed of Trust with interest thereon as provided in said Note, plus fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee and of the trusts created by said Deed of Trust. If required by the provisions of section 2923.5 of the California Civil Code, the declaration from the mortgagee, beneficiary or authorized agent is attached to the duly recorded with the appropriate County Recorder’s Office. DATED: 08/28/2009 RECONTRUST COMPANY, N.A. 1800 Tapo Canyon Rd., CA6-914- 01-94 SIMI VALLEY, CA 93063 Phone: (800) 281 8219, Sale Information (626) 927-4399 By: - Trustee’s Sale Officer RECONTRUST COMPANY, N.A. is a debt collector attempting to collect a debt. Any information obtained will be used for that purpose. ASAP# 3336051 11/20/- 2009, 11/27/2009, 12/04/2009 Oakley Press No. 030477 Publish Dates: November 20, 27, December 4, 2009

NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE TS No. 09-0017488 Title Order No. 09-8059437 Investor/Insurer No. 104609514 APN No. 018-230- 022-8 YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST, DATED 08/24/2005. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER.” Notice is hereby given that RECONTRUST COMPANY, N. A., as duly appointed trustee pursuant to the Deed of Trust executed by: J. PILAR NAVARRO, A MARRIED MAN, AS HIS SOLE AND SEPARATE PROPERTY, dated 08/24/2005 and recorded 09/01/05, as Instrument No. 2005-0333069-00, in Book , Page ), of Official Records in the office of the County Recorder of Contra Costa County, State of California, will sell on 12/- 17/2009 at 10:00AM, At the Court Street entrance to the County Courthouse (corner of Main and Court Street), 725 Court Street Martinez, CA 94553 at public auction, to the highest bidder for cash or check as described below, payable in full at time of sale, all right, title, and interest conveyed to and now held by it under said Deed of Trust, in the property situated in said County and State and as more fully described in the above referenced Deed of Trust. The street address and other common designation, if any, of the real property described above is purported to be: 101 HANSON LANE, BRENTWOOD, CA, 94513. The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address and other common designation, if any, shown herein. The total amount of the unpaid balance with interest thereon of the obligation secured by the property to be sold plus reasonable estimated costs, expenses and advances at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale is $587,354.56. It is possible that at the time of sale the opening bid may be less than the total indebtedness due. In addition to cash, the Trustee will accept cashier’s checks drawn on a state or national bank, a check drawn by a state or federal credit union, or a check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association, savings association, or savings bank specified in Section 5102 of the Financial Code and authorized to do business in this state. Said sale will be made, in an ‘’AS IS’’ condition, but without covenant or warranty, express or implied, regarding title, possession or encumbrances, to satisfy the indebtedness secured by said Deed of Trust, advances thereunder, with interest as provided, and the unpaid principal of the Note secured by said Deed of Trust with interest thereon as provided in said Note, plus fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee and of the trusts created by said Deed of Trust. DATED: 05/- 24/2009 RECONTRUST COMPANY, N.A. 1800 Tapo Canyon Rd., CA6-91401-94 SIMI VALLEY, CA 93063 Phone: (800) 281 8219, Sale Information (626) 927-4399 By: - Trustee’s Sale Officer RECONTRUST COMPANY, N.A. is a debt collector attempting to collect a debt. Any information obtained will be used for that purpose. ASAP# 3347978 11/27/2009, 12/04/2009, 12/11/2009 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 Publish Dates: November 27, December 4, 11, 2009 ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME PETITIONER OR ATTORNEY: Hardip Singh; Sarbjit Kaur, 3403 Clearfield Avenue, Richmond, CA 94803 SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA, COUNTY OF CONTRA COSTA, 725 Court St., Martinez, CA 94553 PETITION OF: Hardip Singh ; Sarbjit Kaur FOR CHANGE OF NAME ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME CASE NUMBER: N09-1889 TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS: 1. Petitioner: Hardip Singh; Sarbjit Kaur filed a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows: Present Name: a. HARDIP SINGH to Proposed Name: HARDIP MAHAL Present Name b. SARBJIT KAUR to Proposed Name: SARBJIT MAHAL 2. THE COURT ORDERS that all persons interested in this matter shall appear before this court at the hearing indicated below to show cause, if any, why the petition for change of name should not be granted. NOTICE OF HEARING a. Date: 1/12/10 Time: 9:00 a.m. Dept. 60 Room 102 b. The address of the court is same as noted above. 3. a. A copy of this Order to Show Cause shall be published at least once each week for four successive weeks prior to the date set for hearing on the petition in the following newspaper of general circulation, printed in this county: BRENTWOOD PRESS Date: November 17, 2009 Judith A. Sanders, Pro tem Judge of the Superior Court Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 Publish Dates: November 27, December 4, 11, 18, 2009

NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE TS No. 09-0114969 Title Order No. 09-8334409 Investor/Insurer No. 1103621954 APN No. 037- 480-081-1 YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST, DATED 09/15/2006. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER.” Notice is hereby given that RECONTRUST COMPANY, N.A., as duly appointed trustee pursuant to the Deed of Trust executed by: HELIODORO HERNANDEZ, A MARRIED MAN, AS HIS SOLE AND SEPARATE PROPERTY, dated 09/15/2006 and recorded 09/22/- 06, as Instrument No. 2006- 0300791-00, in Book , Page ), of Official Records in the office of the County Recorder of Contra Costa County, State of California, will sell on 12/10/2009 at 10:00AM, At the Court Street entrance to the County Courthouse (corner of Main and Court Street), 725 Court Street Martinez, CA 94553 at public auction, to the highest bidder for cash or check as described below, payable in full at time of sale, all right, title, and interest conveyed to and now held by it under said Deed of Trust, in the property situated in said County and State and as more fully described in the above referenced Deed of Trust. The street address and other common designation, if any, of the real property described above is purported to be: 21 DOWITCHER COURT, OAKLEY, CA, 94561. The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address and other common designation, if any, shown herein. The total amount of the unpaid balance with interest thereon of the obligation secured by the property to be sold plus reasonable estimated costs, expenses and advances at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale is $456,462.18. It is possible that at the time of sale the opening bid may be less than the total indebtedness due. In addition to cash, the Trustee will accept cashier’s checks drawn on a state or national bank, a check drawn by a state or federal credit union, or a check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association, savings association, or savings bank specified in Section 5102 of the Financial Code and authorized to do business in this state. Said sale will be made, in an ‘’AS IS’’ condition, but

NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE Trustee Sale No. 238474CA Loan No. 0696663392 Title Order No. 197992 YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 10/07/2005. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDINGS AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. On 12/24/- 2009 at 10:00 AM, CALIFORNIA RECONVEYANCE COMPANY as the duly appointed Trustee under and pursuant to Deed of Trust Recorded 10/20/2005, Book, Page, Instrument 2005-0405910- 00, of official records in the Office of the Recorder of CONTRA COSTA County, California, executed by: SEGUNDO A CRISTOBAL AND ROWENA A NAVARRO, HUSBAND AND WIFE AS JOINT TENANTS, as Trustor, LONG BEACH MORTGAGE COMPANY, as Beneficiary, will sell at public auction sale to the highest bidder for cash, cashier’s check drawn by a state or national bank, a cashier’s check drawn by a state or federal credit union, or a cashier’s check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association, savings association, or savings bank specified in section 5102 of the Financial Code and authorized to do business in this state. Sale will be held by the duly appointed trustee as shown below, of all right, title, and interest conveyed to and now held by the trustee in the hereinafter described property under and pursuant to the Deed of Trust. The sale will be made, but without covenant or warranty, expressed or implied, regarding title, possession, or encumbrances, to pay the remaining principal sum of the note(s) secured by the Deed of Trust, interest thereon, estimated fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee for the total amount (at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale) reasonably estimated to be set forth below. The amount may be greater on the day of sale. Place of Sale: THE COURT ST. ENTRANCE TO THE COUNTY COURTHOUSE, 725 COURT STREET (CORNER OF MAIN & COURT STREETS) , MARTINEZ, CA Legal Description: LOT 480, AS SHOWN ON THE MAP OF SUBDIVISION 7848, FILED MARCH 24, 1994, MAP BOOK 371, PAGE 16, CONTRA COSTA COUNTY RECORDS. EXCEPTING THEREFROM: AN UNDIVIDED 3/4 INTEREST IN AND TO ALL GAS, OIL, ASPHALUTUM OR OTHER HYDROCARBONS AND MINERALS IN AND UNDER THE LAND HEREINABOVE DESCRIBED WITH THE RIGHT OF INGRESS AND EGRESS THERETO AND THEREFROM, FOR THE PURPOSE OF EXTRACTION THEREOF, WITH THE RIGHT TO INSTALL, MAINTAIN AND OPERATE PIPE LINES AND OTHER IMPROVEMENTS FOR THE PURPOSES OF EXTRACTING SAID SUBSTANCES OR ANY OF THEM, SAID SUBSTANCES AND RIGHTS HAVING BEEN HERETOFORE CONVEYED BY DEEDS RECORDED AUGUST 6, 1963, IN BOOK 4423, PAGES 154, 159 AND 163, OFFICIAL RECORDS. BY DEED EXECUTED BY MARY GRACER BERTSON, ET AL, TO EDWARD A. PREWETT, ET AL, RECORDED APRIL 17, 1974, IN BOOK 7203, PAGE 665, OFFICIAL RECORDS; THE FOLLOWING DESCRIBED PORTION OF THE ABOVE EXCEPTING TO PARCEL ONE HAS BEEN TERMINATED OF RECORD: ‘’ALL OF GRANTOR’S RIGHT, TITLE AND INTEREST IN ALL MINERALS, INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO, GAS, OIL, ASPHAL-

NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE TS No. 09-0059772 Title Order No. 09-8178103 Investor/Insurer No. 412422107 APN No. 035-563- 011-2 YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST, DATED 01/17/2007. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER.” Notice is hereby given that RECONTRUST COMPANY, N. A., as duly appointed trustee pursuant to the Deed of Trust executed by: BARNEY J SANFORD, AND DOROTHY A SANFORD, HUSBAND AND WIFE AS JOINT TENANTS, dated 01/17/2007 and recorded 01/24/07, as Instrument No. 2007-0022607- 00, in Book -, Page -), of Ofﬁcial Records in the ofﬁce of the County Recorder of Contra Costa County, State of California, will sell on 12/- 15/2009 at 10:00AM, At the Court Street entrance to the County Courthouse (corner of Main and Court Street), 725 Court Street Martinez, CA 94553 at public auction, to the highest bidder for cash or check as described below, payable in full at time of sale, all right, title, and interest conveyed to and now held by it under said Deed of Trust, in the property situated in said County and State and as more fully described in the above referenced Deed of Trust. The street address and other common designation, if any, of the real property described above is purported to be: 4543 ALDER DRIVE, OAKLEY, CA, 94561. The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address and other common designation, if any, shown herein. The total amount of the unpaid balance with interest thereon of the obligation secured by the property to be sold plus reasonable estimated costs, expenses and advances at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale is $330,609.95. It is possible that at the time of sale the

NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE Trustee Sale No. 7091956 Loan No. 0217050092 YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST, DATED 6/15/2007. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. On 12/17/2009 at 10:00 AM, Max Default Services Corporation, as duly appointed Trustee under and pursuant to Deed of Trust recorded 6/29/2007, as Instrument No. 2007-0189035- 00, in book - , page - , of Official Records in the office of the County Recorder of Contra Costa County, State of California, executed by: John Alexander and Shari Alexander, Husband and Wife, WILL SELL AT PUBLIC AUCTION TO HIGHEST BIDDER FOR CASH, CASHIER’S CHECK/- CASH EQUIVALENT or other form of payment authorized by 2924h(b), (payable at time of sale in lawful money of the United States), At the Court Street entrance to the County Courthouse, 725 Court Street (corner of Main and Court Street), Martinez, CA. All right, title and interest conveyed to and now held by it under said Deed of Trust in the property situated in said County and State, described as: FULLY DESCRIBED IN THE ABOVE DEED OF TRUST. APN # 095-272-007-6 The street address and other common designation, if any, of the real property described above is purported to be: 120 Northstar Drive, Pittsburg, CA 94565 The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address and other common designation, if any, shown herein. Said sale will be made, but without covenant or warranty, expressed or implied, regarding title, possession, or encumbrances, to pay the remaining principal sum of the note(s) secured by said Deed of Trust, with interest thereon, as provided in said note(s), advances, if any, under the terms of said Deed of Trust, fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee and of the trusts created by said Deed of Trust. The total amount of the unpaid balance of the obligation secured by the property to be sold and reasonable estimated costs, expenses and advances at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale is: $386,025.02 The beneficiary under said Deed of Trust heretofore executed and delivered to the undersigned a written Declaration of Default and Demand for Sale. The undersigned caused a Notice of Default and Election to Sell to be recorded in the county where the real property is located. Pursuant to California Civil Code Section 2923.54, Lender or Servicer has declared it has obtained a final or temporary order of exemption pursuant to Section 2923.53 from the Commissioner that is current and valid as of the date of this Notice of Trustee’s Sale and the requirements of Section 2923.52(a) does not apply to this Notice of Trustee’s Sale. Dated: 11/25/2009 MAX DEFAULT SERVICES CORPORATION Ryan Remington/Authorized Signature FOR TRUSTEE’S SALE INFORMATION PLEASE CALL 714-259-7850 Max Default Services Corp. is attempting to collect a debt. Any information obtained will be used for that purpose. ASAP# 3355529 11/27/- 2009, 12/04/2009, 12/11/2009 Antioch Press No. 061617 Publish Dates: November 27, December 4, 11, 2009

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File #F-0008270-00 The name of the business (es): MARCELO SIDRIAN-WOOD PRO HOME IMPROVEMENTS Located at: 5008 TEIXEIRA WAY In: OAKLEY, CA 94561 Mailing: P.O. BOX 1331, OAKLEY, CA 94561 Is hereby registered by the following owner(s): MARCELO SIDRIAN, 5008 TEIXEIRA WAY, OAKLEY, CA 94561. This business is conducted by: an Individual The registrant commenced to transact business under the ﬁctitious business name or names listed above on: N/A. Signature of registrant: Marcelo Sidrian This statement was ﬁled with Stephen L Weir, County Clerk Of Contra Costa County on: November 18, 2009 By: M. Oliver, Deputy Expires: November 18, 2014 Oakley Press No. 03-0477 Publish: November 27, December 4, 11, 18, 2009

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NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE Trustee Sale No. 09-01962-3 CA Loan No. 0031541618 Title Order No. 090293263-CA-MSI APN 086-093-019 YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED January 4, 2007. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDINGS AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. On December 10, 2009, at 10:00 AM, at the Court Street entrance to the County Courthouse, 725 Court Street (corner of Main and Court Street), Martinez, CA,Power Default Services, Inc., as the duly appointed Trustee, under and pursuant to the power of sale contained in that certain Deed of Trust Recorded on January 18, 2007, as Instrument No. 2007- 0016041-00 Book N/A Page N/A of Official Records in the office of the Recorder of Contra Costa County, CA , executed by: OFELIA SILVA AND RUBEN T. SILVA, WIFE AND HUSBAND AS JOINT TENANTS, as Trustor, in favor of MORTGAGE ELECTRONIC REGISTRATION SYSTEMS, INC as Beneficiary, WILL SELL AT PUBLIC AUCTION TO THE HIGHEST BIDDER, in lawful money of the United States, all payable at the time of sale, that certain property situated in said County, California describing the land therein as: AS MORE FULLY DESCRIBED IN SAID DEED OF TRUST The property heretofore described is being sold “as is”. The street address and other common designation, if any, of the real property described above is purported to be: 346 JIMNO AVE, PITTSBURG, CA 94565 The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address and other common designation, if any, shown herein. Said sale will be made without covenant or warranty, express or implied, regarding title, possession, or encumbrances, to pay the remaining unpaid balance of the obligations secured by and pursuant to the power of sale contained in that certain Deed of Trust (together with any modifications thereto). The total amount of the unpaid balance of the obligations secured by the property to be sold and reasonable estimated costs, expenses and advances at the time of the initial publication of this Notice of Trustee- s Sale is estimated to be $449,988.08 (Estimated), provided, however, prepayment premiums, accrued interest and advances will increase this figure prior to sale. Beneficiary- s bid at said sale may include all or part of said amount. In addition to cash, the Trustee will accept a cashier- s check drawn on a state or national bank, a check drawn by a state or federal credit union or a check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association, savings association or savings bank specified in Section 5102 of the California Financial Code and authorized to do business in California, or other such funds as may be acceptable to the trustee. In the event tender other than cash is accepted, the Trustee may withhold the issuance of the Trustee- s Deed Upon Sale until funds become available to the payee or endorsee as a matter of right. The property offered for sale excludes all funds held on account by the property receiver, if applicable. DATE: November 20, 2009 POWER DEFAULT SERVICES, INC., Trustee By: Fidelity National Title Company, its agent 135 Main St. Ste. 1900, San Francisco , CA 94105, 415-247- 2450 By Stephanie Alonzo Authorized Signature The undersigned mortgagee, beneficiary or authorized agent for the mortgagee or beneficiary pursuant to California Civil Code 2923.52(c) declares that the mortgagee, beneficiary or the mortgagee’s or beneficiary’s authorized agent has obtained an exemption from the state regulator that is current and valid and the additional 90 day period does not apply. This loan servicer has implemented a comprehensive loan modification program that meets the requirements of civil code section California Civil Code 2923.53. Regarding the property that is the subject of this notice of sale, the “mortgage loan servicer” as defined in Civil Code 2923.53(k)(3) declares that it has obtained from the Commissioner a final or temporary order of exemption pursuant to Civil Code section 2923.53 that is current and valid on the date this notice of sale is recorded. The time frame for giving a notice of sale specified in Civil Code Section 2923.52 subdivision (a) does not apply to this notice of sale pursuant to Civil Code Sections 2923.52. Fidelity National Title Company, as Agent for the mortgage loan servicer as defined under California Civil Code section 2923.53 (k)(3) By: Stephanie Alonzo Authorized Signature SALE INFORMATION CAN BE OBTAINED ON LINE AT www.fidelityasap.com AUTOMATED SALES INFORMATION PLEASE CALL ASAP# 3347111 11/20/2009, 11/- 27/2009, 12/04/2009 Antioch Press No. 06-1617 Publish Dates: November 20, 27, December 4, 2009

in the Office of the Recorder of CONTRA COSTA County, California, executed by: EDAR SERRANO, A SINGLE MAN, as Trustor, WASHINGTON MUTUAL BANK, FA, as Beneficiary, will sell at public auction sale to the highest bidder for cash, cashier’s check drawn by a state or national bank, a cashier’s check drawn by a state or federal credit union, or a cashier’s check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association, savings association, or savings bank specified in section 5102 of the Financial Code and authorized to do business in this state. Sale will be held by the duly appointed trustee as shown below, of all right, title, and interest conveyed to and now held by the trustee in the hereinafter described property under and pursuant to the Deed of Trust. The sale will be made, but without covenant or warranty, expressed or implied, regarding title, possession, or encumbrances, to pay the remaining principal sum of the note(s) secured by the Deed of Trust, interest thereon, estimated fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee for the total amount (at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale) reasonably estimated to be set forth below. The amount may be greater on the day of sale. Place of Sale: THE COURT ST. ENTRANCE TO THE COUNTY COURTHOUSE, 725 COURT STREET(CORNER OF MAIN & COURT STREETS) , MARTINEZ, CA Legal Description: LOT 524, MAP OF SUBDIVISION 7460, FILED JUNE 16, 1994, MAP BOOK 373, PAGE 17, CONTRA COSTA COUNTY. EXCEPTING THEREFROM: ALL OIL, GAS, CASINGHEAD GAS, ASPHALTUM, AND OTHER HYDROCARBONS AND CHEMICAL GAS NOW OR HEREAFTER FOUND, SITUATED OR LOCATED IN ALL OR ANY PORTION OF THE LANDS DESCRIBED HEREIN LYING MORE THAN FIVE HUNDRED (500’) BELOW THE SURFACE THEREOF, TOGETHER WITH THE RIGHT TO SLANT THE RIGHT TO SLANT DRILL FOR AND REMOVE ALL OR ANY OF SAID GAS, OIL, CASINGHEAD GAS, ASPHALTUM AND OTHER HYDROCARBONS OR CHEMICAL GAS LYING BELOW A DEPTH OF MORE THAN FIVE HUNDRED FEET (500’’) BELOW THE SURFACE THEREOF, INCLUDING THE RIGHT TO GRANT LEASES FOR ALL OR ANY OF SAID PURPOSES , BUT WITHOUT ANY RIGHT WHATSOEVER TO ENTER UPON THE SURFACE OF SAID LANDS OR ANY PORTION THEREOF WITHIN FIVE HUNDRED FEET (500’’) VERTICAL DISTANCE BELOW THE SURFACE THEREOF, AS RESERVED IN THE DEEDS RECORDED MARCH 01, 1968, BOOK 14197, PAGES 861, 867, 870, 873 AND 876, OFFICIAL RECORDS. Amount of unpaid balance and other charges: $487,182.58 (estimated) Street address and other common designation of the real property: 4967 KUSHNER WAY ANTIOCH, CA 94531 APN Number: 053-480- 050 The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address and other common designation, if any, shown herein. The property heretofore described is being sold “as is”. In compliance with California Civil Code 2923.5(c) the mortgagee, trustee, beneficiary, or authorized agent declares: that it has contacted the borrower(s) to assess their financial situation and to explore options to avoid foreclosure; or that it has made efforts to contact the borrower(s) to assess their financial situation and to explore options to avoid foreclosure by one of the following methods: by telephone; by United States mail; either 1st class or certified; by overnight delivery; by personal delivery; by email; by face to face meeting. DATE: 12-01-2009 DECLARATION PURSUANT TO CALIFORNIA CIVIL CODE SECTION 2923.54 Pursuant to California Civil Code Section 2923.54, the undersigned loan servicer declares as follows: 1. It has obtained from the commissioner a final or temporary order of exemption pursuant to Section 2923.54 that is current and valid on the date the notice of sale is filed; and 2. The timeframe for giving notice of sale specified in subdivision (a) of Section 2923.52 does not apply pursuant to Section 2923.52 or Section 2923.55. CALIFORNIA RECONVEYANCE COMPANY, as Trustee (714) 259-7850 or www. fidelityasap.com (714) 573- 1965 or www.priorityposting.com CALIFORNIA RECONVEYANCE COMPANY IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. DEBORAH BRIGNAC, VICE PRESIDENT 9200 OAKDALE AVE MAILSTOP N110612 CHATSWORTH, CA 91311 ASAP# 3361716 12/04/2009, 12/- 11/2009, 12/18/2009 Antioch Press No. 06-1617 Publish Dates: December 4, 11, 18, 2009

by said Deed of Trust. The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the property address or other common designation, if any, shown herein. TRUSTOR: STEVEN SHIPP AND AUTUM SHIPP, AS JOINT TENANTS Recorded 9/22/2005 as Instrument No. 2005-0361709-00 in Book , page of Official Records in the office of the Recorder of Contra Costa County, California, Date of Sale:12/28/2009 at 10:00 AM Place of Sale: At the Court Street entrance to the County Courthouse, 725 Court Street (corner of Main and Court Street), Martinez, California Property Address is purported to be: 2025 MOUNT HAMILTON DRIVE ANTIOCH, CA 94531 APN #: 055- 020-016 The total amount secured by said instrument as of the time of initial publication of this notice is $472,362.00, which includes the total amount of the unpaid balance (including accrued and unpaid interest) and reasonable estimated costs, expenses, and advances at the time of initial publication of this notice. Pursuant to California Civil Code 2923.54 the undersigned, on behalf of the beneficiary, loan servicer or authorized agent, declares as follows: [ 1 ] The mortgage loan servicer has obtained from the commissioner a final or temporary order of exemption pursuant to Section 2923.53 that is current and valid on the date the notice of sale is filed; [ 2 ] The timeframe for giving notice of sale specified in subdivision (a) of Section 2923.52 does not apply pursuant to Section 2923.52 or 2923.55. Date: 11/26/2009 ETS Services, LLC 2255 North Ontario Street, Suite 400 Burbank, California 91504- 3120 Sale Line: 714-730-2727 Omar Solorzano, TRUSTEE SALE OFFICER ASAP# 3342759 12/- 04/2009, 12/11/2009, 12/18/2009 Antioch Press No. 03-0477 Publish Dates: December 4, 11, 18, 2009

AND MINERALS, WHETHER METALLIC OR NON- METALLIC, NOW ORE AT ANY TIME HEREAFTER LYING AND/ - OR BEING WITHIN OR UNDER THE PREMISES’’, RESERVED IN THE DEED FOR FRANK J. HOLLENDER, ET UX, RECORDED JANUARY 15, 1953, IN BOOK 2056, AT PAGE 437, OFFICIAL RECORDS. SAID RIGHTS WERE LIMITED TO THAT PORTION OF THE PREMISES LYING BELOW 500 FEET BELOW THE SURFACE THEREOF BY INSTRUMENTS RECORDED SEPTEMBER 23, 1971, IN BOOK 6483, AT PAGE 283. OFFICIAL RECORDS AND RECORDED JANUARY 6, 1972 IN BOOK 6558, AT PAGE 47, OFFICIAL RECORDS. PARCEL TWO: AN EASEMENT (NOT BE EXCLUSIVE) AS AN APPURTENANCE TO THE PARCEL OF LAND CONVEYED IN THE DEED TO ROYALTY MORTGAGE INCOME FUND IV, A CALIFORNIA LIMITED PARTNERSHIP. RECORDED ON JUNE 16, 1992, IN BOOK 17593, AT PAGE 236, OFFICIAL RECORDS, FOR INGRESS, EGRESS OVER AND ACROSS A STRIP OF LAND 15 FEET IN WIDTH THE EASTERLY LINE OF SAID STRIP BEING DESCRIBED AS FOLLOWS: BEGINNING AT THE NORTHEAST CORNER OF THE PARCEL OF LAND CONVEYED IN THE DEED TO ROYALTY MORTGAGE INCOME FUND II, A CALIFORNIA LIMITED PARTNERSHIP, RECORDED JUNE 16, 1992, IN BOOK 17593, AT PAGE 238’’ OFFICIAL RECORDS; THENCE SOUTH 13’c2’b0 16- 00’’ EAST, ALONG THE EASTERLY LINE OF SAID ROYALTY MORTGAGE INCOME FUND II, PARCEL (BOOK 17593 OR 237) 200.00 FEET, MORE OR LESS, TO THE NORTH LINE OF GATEWAY ROAD. THE NORTHERLY TERMINUS OF SAID STRIP IS THE NORTHERLY LINE OF SAID ROYALTY MORTGAGE INCOME FUND II, PARCEL (17593 OR 238), THE SOUTHERLY TERMINUS IS THE NORTH LINE OF GATEWAY ROAD. Amount of unpaid balance and other charges: $319,388.2 8(estimated) Street address and other common designation of the real property: 4395 GATEWAY BLVD BETHEL ISLAND, CA 94511 APN Number: 030120-031 The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address and other common designation, if any, shown herein. The property heretofore described is being sold “as is”. DATE: 1117- 2009 DECLARATION PURSUANT TO CALIFORNIA CIVIL CODE SECTION 2923.54 Pursuant to California Civil Code Section 2923.54, the undersigned loan servicer declares as follows: 1. It has obtained from the commissioner a final or temporary order of exemption pursuant to Section 2923.54 that is current and valid on the date the notice of sale is filed; and 2. The timeframe for giving notice of sale specified in subdivision (a) of Section 2923.52 does not apply pursuant to Section 2923.52 or Section 2923.55. CALIFORNIA RECONVEYANCE COMPANY, as Trustee (714) 730-2727 or www.fidelityasap.com (714) 573- 1965 or www.priorityposting. com Deborah Brignac CALIFORNIA RECONVEYANCE COMPANY IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. DEBORAH BRIGNAC, VICE PRESIDENT 9200 OAKDALE AVE MAILSTOP N110612 CHATSWORTH, CA 91311 ASAP# 3346934 11/20/- 2009, 11/27/2009, 12/04/2009 Antioch Press No. 06-1617 Publish Dates: November 20, 27, December 4, 2009

18, 1969 IN BOOK 126 OF MAPS, PAGES 44 TO 46, INCLUSIVE, AS SHOWN ON EXHIBIT ‘’A’’, ATTACHED TO THE AMENDMENT OF DECLARATION OF RESTRICTIONS AND AMENDMENT OF DECLARATION OF ANNEXATION (CONDOMINIUM PLAN) DATED SEPTEMBER 9, 1969 RECORDED SEPTEMBER 10, 1969, IN BOOK 5958 OF OFFICIAL RECORDS, PAGE 37. (B) AN UNDIVIDED 1/4 INTEREST IN COMMON AREA ‘’A’’ OF LOT NO. 63, AS SHOWN ON EXHIBIT ‘’A’’ ATTACHED TO THE AMENDMENT OF DECLARATION OF RESTRICTIONS AND AMENDMENT OF DECLARATION OF ANNEXATION DATED SEPTEMBER 9, 1969, RECORDED SEPTEMBER 10, 1969 IN BOOK 5958 OF OFFICIAL RECORDS, PAGE 37, AND DEFINED IN THE DECLARATION OF RESTRICTIONS DATED MAY 14, 1969, RECORDED MAY 16, 1969 IN BOOK 5876 OF OFFICIAL RECORDS, PAGE 89. Amount of unpaid balance and other charges: $131,105.44 (estimated) Street address and other common designation of the real property: 1200 LEMONTREE WAY #3 ANTIOCH, CA 94509 APN Number: 074-352-023 The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address and other common designation, if any, shown herein. The property heretofore described is being sold “as is”. In compliance with California Civil Code 2923.5(c) the mortgagee, trustee, beneficiary, or authorized agent declares: that it has contacted the borrower(s) to assess their financial situation and to explore options to avoid foreclosure; or that it has made efforts to contact the borrower(s) to assess their financial situation and to explore options to avoid foreclosure by one of the following methods: by telephone; by United States mail; either 1st class or certified; by overnight delivery; by personal delivery; by e-mail; by face to face meeting. DATE: 12-01- 2009 DECLARATION PURSUANT TO CALIFORNIA CIVIL CODE SECTION 2923.54 Pursuant to California Civil Code Section 2923.54, the undersigned loan servicer declares as follows: 1. It has obtained from the commissioner a final or temporary order of exemption pursuant to Section 2923.54 that is current and valid on the date the notice of sale is filed; and 2. The timeframe for giving notice of sale specified in subdivision (a) of Section 2923.52 does not apply pursuant to Section 2923.52 or Section 2923.55. CALIFORNIA RECONVEYANCE COMPANY, as Trustee (714) 259-7850 or www. fidelityasap.com (714) 573- 1965 or www.priorityposting.com CALIFORNIA RECONVEYANCE COMPANY IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. DEBORAH BRIGNAC, VICE PRESIDENT 9200 OAKDALE AVE MAILSTOP N110612 CHATSWORTH, CA 91311 ASAP# 3359523 12/04/2009, 12/- 11/2009, 12/18/2009 Antioch Press No. 06-1617 Publish Dates: December 4, 11, 18, 2009

CEMBER 12, 1972. FURTHER EXCEPTING THEREFROM: ALL OIL, GAS, PETROLEUM, NAPHTHA, OTHER HYDROCARBON SUBSTANCES AND MINERALS THEREIN AND THEREUNDER, BELOW THE DEPTH OF 500 FEET, WITHOUT THE RIGHT OF ENTRY UNTO THE SURFACE OF SAID LAND AS RESERVED IN THE DEED FROM LEADERSHIP HOUSING SYSTEMS, INC., RECORDED JULY 29,1974, IN BOOK 7284, PAGE 456, CONTRA COSTA COUNTY RECORDS. EXCEPTING THEREFROM: RIGHTS AS RESERVED IN THE DEED FROM HARRY L. CROSBY TO LEADERSHIP HOUSING SYSTEMS, INC., RECORDED FEBRUARY 15, 1972, IN BOOK 6822 OF OFFICIAL RECORDS, PAGE 346, AN RE-RECORDED FEBRUARY 2, 1973, IN BOOK 6856 OF OFFICIAL RECORDS, PAGE 818. Amount of unpaid balance and other charges: $473,344.34 (estimated) Street address and other common designation of the real property: 1107 SHADDICK DRIVE ANTIOCH, CA 94509 APN Number: 068-371-013 The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address and other common designation, if any, shown herein. The property heretofore described is being sold “as is”. In compliance with California Civil Code 2923.5(c) the mortgagee, trustee, beneficiary, or authorized agent declares: that it has contacted the borrower(s) to assess their financial situation and to explore options to avoid foreclosure; or that it has made efforts to contact the borrower(s) to assess their financial situation and to explore options to avoid foreclosure by one of the following methods: by telephone; by United States mail; either 1st class or certified; by overnight delivery; by personal delivery; by email; by face to face meeting. DATE: 12- 03-2009 DECLARATION PURSUANT TO CALIFORNIA CIVIL CODE SECTION 2923.54 Pursuant to California Civil Code Section 2923.54, the undersigned loan servicer declares as follows: 1. It has obtained from the commissioner a final or temporary order of exemption pursuant to Section 2923.54 that is current and valid on the date the notice of sale is filed; and 2. The timeframe for giving notice of sale specified in subdivision (a) of Section 2923.52 does not apply pursuant to Section 2923.52 or Section 2923.55. CALIFORNIA RECONVEYANCE COMPANY, as Trustee (714) 259-7850 or www. fidelityasap.com (714) 573- 1965 or www.priorityposting.com CALIFORNIA RECONVEYANCE COMPANY IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. DEBORAH BRIGNAC, VICE PRESIDENT 9200 OAKDALE AVE MAILSTOP N110612 CHATSWORTH, CA 91311 ASAP# 3358584 12/04/2009, 12/- 11/2009, 12/18/2009 Antioch Press No. 06-1617 Publish Dates: December 4, 11, 18, 2009

NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE Trustee Sale No. 233133CA Loan No. 0707463618 Title Order No. 602124737 YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 11/18/2005. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDINGS AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. On 12/24/- 2009 at 10:00 AM, CALIFORNIA RECONVEYANCE COMPANY as the duly appointed Trustee under and pursuant to Deed of Trust Recorded 11/30/2005, Book , Page , Instrument 2005-0460318- 00, of ofﬁcial records

NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE T.S. No. GM-210155-C Loan No. 7440140077 YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 9/16/2005. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. A public auction sale to the highest bidder for cash, cashier’s check drawn on a state or national bank, check drawn by a state or federal credit union, or a check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association, or savings association, or savings bank speciﬁed in Section 5102 of the Financial Code and authorized to do business in this state, will be held by the duly appointed trustee. The sale will be made, but without covenant or warranty, expressed or implied, regarding title, possession, or encumbrances, to satisfy the obligation secured

NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE Trustee Sale No. 237730CA Loan No. 000000010534918 Title Order No. 181162 YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 07/12/2007. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDINGS AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. On 12/10/- 2009 at 10:00 AM, CALIFORNIA RECONVEYANCE COMPANY as the duly appointed Trustee under and pursuant to Deed of Trust Recorded 08/02/2007, Book , Page , Instrument 2007-0223226- 00 of official records in the Office of the Recorder of CONTRA COSTA County, California, executed by: JULISSA B VINALS, as Trustor, Washington Mutual Bank, FA, as Beneficiary, will sell at public auction sale to the highest bidder for cash, cashier’s check drawn by a state or national bank, a cashier’s check drawn by a state or federal credit union, or a cashier’s check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association, savings association, or savings bank specified in section 5102 of the Financial Code and authorized to do business in this state. Sale will be held by the duly appointed trustee as shown below, of all right, title, and interest conveyed to and now held by the trustee in the hereinafter described property under and pursuant to the Deed of Trust. The sale will be made, but without covenant or warranty, expressed or implied, regarding title, possession, or encumbrances, to pay the remaining principal sum of the note(s) secured by the Deed of Trust, interest thereon, estimated fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee for the total amount (at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale) reasonably estimated to be set forth below. The amount may be greater on the day of sale. Place of Sale: THE COURT ST. ENTRANCE TO THE COUNTY COURTHOUSE, 725 COURT STREET(CORNER OF MAIN & COURT STREETS) , MARTINEZ, CA Legal Description: PARCEL ONE: PORTION OF THE NORTHWEST ‘bc OF SECTION 14, TOWNSHIP 2 NORTH, RANGE 3 EAST MOUNT DIABLO BASE AND MERIDIAN, AS FOLLOWS: BEING A PORTION OF PARCEL ONE AS SAID PARCEL IS DESCRIBED IN THE DEED TO DONALD G. RODGERS, ET UX, RECORDED OCTOBER 11, 1984, IN BOOK 12014, AT PAGE 584, CONTRA COSTA COUNTY RECORDS, MORE PARTICULARLY DESCRIBED AS FOLLOWS: BEGINNING AT THE MOST NORTHEAST CORNER OF SAID PARCEL ONE, SAID POINT BEING THE TRUE POINT OF BEGINNING; THENCE ALONG THE EAST LINE OF SAID PARCEL SOUTH 25’c2’b0 31- 00’’ EAST 1565.71 FEET TO THE NORTH LINE OF THE PARCEL OF LAND DESCRIBED AS PARCEL ONE IN THE DEED TO J. L. CARMICHAEL, ET AL, RECORDED MARCH 5, 1969. BOOK 5825, OFFICIAL RECORDS, PAGE 437; THENCE ALONG THE NORTH LINE OF SAID CARMICHAEL PARCEL AND THE EXTENSION THEREOF SOUTH 76’c2’b0 44- 00’’ WEST 419.01 FEET; THENCE NORTH 9’c2’b0 04- 00’’ WEST 140.00 FEET: THENCE SOUTH 76’c2’b0 44- 00’’ WEST 314.57 FEET TO THE WEST LINE OF PARCEL ONE (12014 OR 584): THENCE NORTHERLY ALONG SAID LINE NORTH 9’c2’b0 04- 00’’ WEST 14373.96 FEET TO THE NORTH LINE OF SAID PARCEL ONE (12014 OR 584); THENCE EAST ALONG SAID LINE NORTH 85’c2’b0 25- 10’’ EAST 289.12 FEET TO THE TRUE POINT OF BEGINNING. EXCEPTING THEREFROM: I. ‘’ALL OILS, GAS, CASINGHEAD GAS, OIL SHALE, COAL. PHOSPHATE, SODIUM, GOLD, SILVER AND ALL OTHER HYDROCARBONS. HYDROCARBON SUBSTANCES, METALS

NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE Trustee Sale No. 237859CA Loan No. 000000010530450 Title Order No. 183282 YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 05/01/2006. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDINGS AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. On 12/24/- 2009 at 10:00 AM, CALIFORNIA RECONVEYANCE COMPANY as the duly appointed Trustee under and pursuant to Deed of Trust Recorded 05/12/2006, Book , Page , Instrument 2006-0151541- 00, of official records in the Office of the Recorder of CONTRA COSTA County, California, executed by: RALPH HAYNES AND RHONDA N HAYNES, as Trustor, WASHINGTON MUTUAL BANK, FA, as Beneficiary, will sell at public auction sale to the highest bidder for cash, cashier’s check drawn by a state or national bank, a cashier’s check drawn by a state or federal credit union, or a cashier’s check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association, savings association, or savings bank specified in section 5102 of the Financial Code and authorized to do business in this state. Sale will be held by the duly appointed trustee as shown below, of all right, title, and interest conveyed to and now held by the trustee in the hereinafter described property under and pursuant to the Deed of Trust. The sale will be made, but without covenant or warranty, expressed or implied, regarding title, possession, or encumbrances, to pay the remaining principal sum of the note(s) secured by the Deed of Trust, interest thereon, estimated fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee for the total amount (at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale) reasonably estimated to be set forth below. The amount may be greater on the day of sale. Place of Sale: THE COURT ST. ENTRANCE TO THE COUNTY COURTHOUSE, 725 COURT STREET(CORNER OF MAIN & COURT STREETS) , MARTINEZ, CA Legal Description: (A) UNIT NO. 3 OF LOT NO. 63 OF SUBDIVISION 3904, ACCORDING TO THE OFFICIAL PLAT THEREOF, FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY RECORDER OF CONTRA COSTA COUNTY, CALIFORNIA, ON JUNE

NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE Trustee Sale No. 238469CA Loan No. 0696262724 Title Order No. 197975 YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 08/16/2005. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDINGS AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. On 12/24/- 2009 at 10:00 AM, CALIFORNIA RECONVEYANCE COMPANY as the duly appointed Trustee under and pursuant to Deed of Trust Recorded 08/26/2005, Book , Page , Instrument 2005-0323829- 00, of official records in the Office of the Recorder of CONTRA COSTA County, California, executed by: JESUS GONZALEZ FLORES, A MARRIED MAN AS HIS SOLE AND SEPARATE PROPERTY, as Trustor, LONG BEACH MORTGAGE COMPANY, as Beneficiary, will sell at public auction sale to the highest bidder for cash, cashier’s check drawn by a state or national bank, a cashier’s check drawn by a state or federal credit union, or a cashier’s check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association, savings association, or savings bank specified in section 5102 of the Financial Code and authorized to do business in this state. Sale will be held by the duly appointed trustee as shown below, of all right, title, and interest conveyed to and now held by the trustee in the hereinafter described property under and pursuant to the Deed of Trust. The sale will be made, but without covenant or warranty, expressed or implied, regarding title, possession, or encumbrances, to pay the remaining principal sum of the note(s) secured by the Deed of Trust, interest thereon, estimated fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee for the total amount (at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale) reasonably estimated to be set forth below. The amount may be greater on the day of sale. Place of Sale: THE COURT ST. ENTRANCE TO THE COUNTY COURTHOUSE, 725 COURT STREET(CORNER OF MAIN & COURT STREETS) , MARTINEZ, CA Legal Description: LOT 22, MAP OF SUBDIVISION 4501, FILED AUGUST 8, 1973 IN MAP BOOK 161, PAGES 1 TO 8, INCLUSIVE, CONTRA COSTA COUNTY RECORDS. EXCEPTING THEREFROM: AN UNDIVIDED 1/2 INTEREST IN AND TO ALL OIL, GAS, PETROLEUM, NAPHTHA, OTHER HYDROCARBON SUBSTANCES AND MINERALS THEREIN AND THEREUNDER, BELOW THE DEPTH OF 500 FEET, WITHOUT THE RIGHT OF ENTRY UNTO THE SURFACE OF SAID LAND FOR A PERIOD OF 20 YEARS, FROM DE-

NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE TS # CA-09-309781-AL Order # 196491 YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 4/18/2006. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. A public auction sale to the highest bidder for cash, cashier’s check drawn on a state or national bank, check drawn by state or federal credit union, or a check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association, or savings association, or savings bank specified in Section 5102 to the Financial code and authorized to do business in this state, will be held by duly appointed trustee. The sale will be made, but without covenant or warranty, expressed or implied, regarding title, possession, or encumbrances, to pay the remaining principal sum of the note(s) secured by the Deed of Trust, with interest and late charges thereon, as provided in the note(s), advances, under the terms of the Deed of Trust, interest thereon, fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee for the total amount (at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale) reasonably estimated to be set forth below. The amount may be greater on the day of sale. BENEFICIARY MAY ELECT TO BID LESS THAN THE TOTAL AMOUNT DUE. Trustor(s): KENDRA MCCASLIN AND, ZACHARIAH MCCASLIN, WIFE AND HUSBAND Recorded: 4/28/- 2006 as Instrument No. 2006- 0133104-00 in book XXX, page XXX of Official Records in the office of the Recorder of CONTRA COSTA County, California; Date of Sale: 1/4/2010 at 10:00 AM Place of Sale: At the Court Street entrance to the County Courthouse (corner of Main and Court Street), 725 Court Street Martinez, CA 94553 Amount of unpaid balance and other charges: $361,248.48 The purported property address is: 1791 GAMAY DR OAKLEY, CA 94561 Assessors Parcel No. 035- 533-008 The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the property address or other common designation, if any, shown herein. If no street address or other common designation is shown, please refer to the referenced legal description for property location. In the event no common address or common designation of the property is provided herein directions to the location of the property may be obtained within 10 days of the date of first publication of this Notice of Sale by sending a written request to Washington Mutual Bank, FA 7255 Baymeadows Way Jacksonville FL 32256 Pursuant to California Civil Code 2923.54 the undersigned, on behalf of

NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE T.S. No. GM-189794-C Loan No. 0359137517 YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 4/5/2005. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. A public auction sale to the highest bidder for cash, cashier’s check drawn on a state or national bank, check drawn by a state or federal credit union, or a check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association, or savings association, or savings bank specified in Section 5102 of the Financial Code and authorized to do business in this state, will be held by the duly appointed trustee. The sale will be made, but without covenant or warranty, expressed or implied, regarding title, possession, or encumbrances, to satisfy the obligation secured by said Deed of Trust. The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the property address or other common designation, if any, shown herein. TRUSTOR: NICHOLAS CHIN AND WANDA CHIN, HUSBAND AND WIFE, AS JOINT TENANTS Recorded 4/8/- 2005 as Instrument No. 2005- 0122001-00 in Book , page of Official Records in the office of the Recorder of Contra Costa County, California, Date of Sale:12/18/- 2009 at 10:00 AM Place of Sale: At the Court Street entrance to the County Courthouse, 725 Court Street (corner of Main and Court Street), Martinez, California Property Address is purported to be: 5020 RODEO CIR ANTIOCH, CA 94531-0000 APN #: 053-321- 009 The total amount secured by said instrument as of the time of initial publication of this notice is $449,189.00, which includes the total amount of the unpaid balance (including accrued and unpaid interest) and reasonable estimated costs, expenses, and advances at the time of initial publication of this notice. Pursuant to California Civil Code 2923.54 the undersigned, on behalf of the beneficiary, loan servicer or authorized agent, declares as follows: [ 1 ] The mortgage loan servicer has obtained from the commissioner a final or temporary order of exemption pursuant to Section 2923.53 that is current and valid on the date the notice of sale is filed; [ 2 ] The timeframe for giving notice of sale specified in subdivision (a) of Section 2923.52 does not apply pursuant to Section 2923.52 or 2923.55. ETS Services, LLC Date: 11/20/2009 2255 North Ontario Street, Suite 400 Burbank, California 91504- 3120 Sale Line: 714-730-2727 Omar Solorzano, TRUSTEE SALE OFFICER ASAP# 3340778 11/- 27/2009, 12/04/2009, 12/11/2009 Antioch press No. 06-1617 Publish Dates: November 27, December 4, 11, 2009 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File #F-0007660-00 The name of the business (es): SHED AUTO CENTER; SHED MOTORS Located at: 1400 West 10th Street In: Antioch, CA 94509 Is hereby registered by the following owner(s): SHED AUTO CENTER LLC, 1400 West 10th Street, Antioch, CA 94509. This business is conducted by: a Limited Liability Company The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on: N/A. Signature of registrant: Sanford J. Heller, Shed Auto Center LLC-Manager This statement was filed with Stephen L Weir, County Clerk Of Contra Costa County on: October 27, 2009 By: C. Garcia, Deputy Expires: October 27, 2014 Antioch Press No. 06-1617 Publish: November 20, 27, December 4, 11, 2009

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NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE TS No. 08-0093722 Title Order No. 08-8-344617 Investor/Insurer No. 121108396 APN No. 086-142- 015-6 YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST, DATED 11/15/2005. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER.” Notice is hereby given that RECONTRUST COMPANY , as duly appointed trustee pursuant to the Deed of Trust executed by: ISRAEL VILLASENOR, dated 11/15/2005 and recorded 11/30/2005, as Instrument No. 2005-0460385-00, in Book , Page ), of Official Records in the office of the County Recorder of Contra Costa County, State of California, will sell on 01/- 06/2010 at 10:00AM, At the Court Street entrance to the County Courthouse (corner of Main and Court Street), 725 Court Street Martinez, CA 94553 at public auction, to the highest bidder for cash or check as described below, payable in full at time of sale, all right, title, and interest conveyed to and now held by it under said Deed of Trust, in the property situated in said County and State and as more fully described in the above referenced Deed of Trust. The street address and other common designation, if any, of the real property described above is purported to be: 408 EAST SANTA FE AVENUE, PITTSBURG, CA, 94565. The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address and other common designation, if any, shown herein. The total amount of the unpaid balance with interest thereon of the obligation secured by the property to be sold plus reasonable estimated costs, expenses and advances at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale is $427,538.79. It is possible that at the time of sale the opening bid may be less than the total indebtedness due. In addition to cash, the Trustee will accept cashier’s checks drawn on a state or national bank, a check drawn by a state or federal credit union, or a check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association, savings association, or savings bank specified in Section 5102 of the Financial Code and authorized to do business in this state. Said sale will be made, in an ‘’AS IS’’ condition, but without covenant or warranty, express or implied, regarding title, possession or encumbrances, to satisfy the indebtedness secured by said Deed of Trust, advances thereunder, with interest as provided, and the unpaid principal of the Note secured by said Deed of Trust with interest thereon as provided in said Note, plus fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee and of the trusts created by said Deed of Trust. DATED: 12/- 04/2008 RECONTRUST COMPANY 1800 Tapo Canyon Rd., SV2-202 NULL NULL SIMI VALLEY , CA 93063 Phone: (800) 281 8219, Sale Information (626) 927-4399 By: - Trustee’s Sale Officer RECONTRUST COMPANY is a debt collector attempting to collect a debt. Any information obtained will be used for that purpose. ASAP# 3361349 12/04/2009, 12/11/2009, 12/18/2009 Antioch Press No. 06-1617 Publish Dates: December 4, 11, 18, 2009

ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME PETITIONER OR ATTORNEY: Cathy Patricia Ann Byrns, P.O. Box 1642, 3147 Willow Road West, Bethel Island, CA 94511 SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA, COUNTY OF CONTRA COSTA, 725 Court St., Martinez, CA 94553 PETITION OF: Patricia Ann Byrns FOR CHANGE OF NAME ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME CASE NUMBER: N09-1851 TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS: 1. Petitioner: Patricia Ann Byrns ﬁled a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows: Present Name: a. Patricia Ann Byrns (AKA) Cathy Ann Byrns (AKA) Cathy Ann Bradley (AKA) Cathy Ann Flynn to Proposed Name: Cathy Patricia Ann Byrns 2. THE COURT ORDERS that all persons interested in this matter shall appear before this court at the hearing indicated below to show cause, if any, why the petition for change of name should not be granted. NOTICE OF HEARING a. Date: 1/4/10 Time: 9:00 a.m. Dept. 60 Room 102 b. The address of the court is same as noted above. 3. a. A copy of this Order to Show Cause shall be published at least once each week for four successive weeks prior to the date set for hearing on the petition in the following newspaper of general circulation, printed in this county: BRENTWOOD PRESS Date: November 9, 2009 Judith A. Sanders, Pro tem Judge of the Superior Court Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 Publish Dates: November 20, 27, December 4, 11, 2009

the property to be sold plus reasonable estimated costs, expenses and advances at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale is $311,562.18. It is possible that at the time of sale the opening bid may be less than the total indebtedness due. In addition to cash, the Trustee will accept cashier’s checks drawn on a state or national bank, a check drawn by a state or federal credit union, or a check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association, savings association, or savings bank specified in Section 5102 of the Financial Code and authorized to do business in this state. Said sale will be made, in an ‘’AS IS’’ condition, but without covenant or warranty, express or implied, regarding title, possession or encumbrances, to satisfy the indebtedness secured by said Deed of Trust, advances thereunder, with interest as provided, and the unpaid principal of the Note secured by said Deed of Trust with interest thereon as provided in said Note, plus fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee and of the trusts created by said Deed of Trust. DATED: 11/- 27/2008 RECONTRUST COMPANY 1800 Tapo Canyon Rd., SV2-202 SIMI VALLEY, CA 93063 Phone: (800) 281 8219, Sale Information (626) 9274399 By: - Trustee’s Sale Officer RECONTRUST COMPANY is a debt collector attempting to collect a debt. Any information obtained will be used for that purpose. ASAP# 3346052 11/27/2009, 12/- 04/2009, 12/11/2009 Oakley Press No. 03-0477 Publish Dates: November 27, December 4, 11, 2009 NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE TS No. 09-0076702 Title Order No. 09-8223622 Investor/Insurer No. 162443290 APN No. 033-440- 003-3 YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST, DATED 05/29/2007. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER.” Notice is hereby given that RECONTRUST COMPANY, N.A., as duly appointed trustee pursuant to the Deed of Trust executed by: MANUEL DOMINGUEZ AND SABRINA DOMINGUEZ, HUSBAND AND WIFE AS JOINT TENANTS, dated 05/29/2007 and recorded 06/05/- 07, as Instrument No. 2007- 0163049-00, in Book , Page ), of Official Records in the office of the County Recorder of Contra Costa County, State of California, will sell on 12/17/2009 at 10:00AM, At the Court Street entrance to the County Courthouse (corner of Main and Court Street), 725 Court Street Martinez, CA 94553 at public auction, to the highest bidder for cash or check as described below, payable in full at time of sale, all right, title, and interest conveyed to and now held by it under said Deed of Trust, in the property situated in said County and State and as more fully described in the above referenced Deed of Trust. The street address and other common designation, if any, of the real property described above is purported to be: 1304 TUOLUMNE WAY, OAKLEY, CA, 94561. The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address and other common designation, if any, shown herein. The total amount of the unpaid balance with interest thereon of the obligation secured by

the property to be sold plus reasonable estimated costs, expenses and advances at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale is $579,140.06. It is possible that at the time of sale the opening bid may be less than the total indebtedness due. In addition to cash, the Trustee will accept cashier’s checks drawn on a state or national bank, a check drawn by a state or federal credit union, or a check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association, savings association, or savings bank speciﬁed in Section 5102 of the Financial Code and authorized to do business in this state. Said sale will be made, in an ‘’AS IS’’ condition, but without covenant or warranty, express or implied, regarding title, possession or encumbrances, to satisfy the indebtedness secured by said Deed of Trust, advances thereunder, with interest as provided, and the unpaid principal of the Note secured by said Deed of Trust with interest thereon as provided in said Note, plus fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee and of the trusts created by said Deed of Trust. DATED: 09/- 09/2009 RECONTRUST COMPANY, N.A. 1800 Tapo Canyon Rd., CA6-91401-94 SIMI VALLEY, CA 93063 Phone: (800) 281 8219, Sale Information (626) 927-4399 By: - Trustee’s Sale Ofﬁcer RECONTRUST COMPANY, N.A. is a debt collector attempting to collect a debt. Any information obtained will be used for that purpose. ASAP# 3350773 11/27/2009, 12/04/2009, 12/11/2009 Oakley Press No. 03-0477 Publish Dates: November 27, December 4, 11, 2009

amount secured by said instrument as of the time of initial publication of this notice is $338,496.00, which includes the total amount of the unpaid balance (including accrued and unpaid interest) and reasonable estimated costs, expenses, and advances at the time of initial publication of this notice. Pursuant to California Civil Code 2923.54 the undersigned, on behalf of the beneficiary, loan servicer or authorized agent, declares as follows: [ 1 ] The mortgage loan servicer has obtained from the commissioner a final or temporary order of exemption pursuant to Section 2923.53 that is current and valid on the date the notice of sale is filed; [ 2 ] The timeframe for giving notice of sale specified in subdivision (a) of Section 2923.52 does not apply pursuant to Section 2923.52 or 2923.55. Date: 11/20/2009 ETS Services, LLC 2255 North Ontario Street, Suite 400 Burbank, California 91504- 3120 Sale Line: 714-730-2727 Omar Solorzano, TRUSTEE SALE OFFICER ASAP# 3340789 11/- 27/2009, 12/04/2009, 12/11/2009 Antioch Press No. 06-1617 Publish Dates: November 27, December 4, 11, 2009

the beneficiary, loan servicer or authorized agent, declares as follows: [ 1 ] The mortgage loan servicer has obtained from the commissioner a final or temporary order of exemption pursuant to Section 2923.53 that is current and valid on the date the notice of sale is filed; [ 2 ] The timeframe for giving notice of sale specified in subdivision (a) of Section 2923.52 does not apply pursuant to Section 2923.52 or 2923.55. ETS Services, LLC Date: 11/18/2009 2255 North Ontario Street, Suite 400 Burbank, California 91504- 3120 Sale Line: 714-730-2727 Omar Solorzano, TRUSTEE SALE OFFICER ASAP# 3334660 11/- 27/2009, 12/04/2009, 12/11/2009 Antioch Press No. 06-1617 Publish Dates: November 27, December 4, 11, 2009 ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME PETITIONER OR ATTORNEY: Susie Caldera, 2400 Shady Willow Lane, #02C, Brentwood, CA 94513 SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA, COUNTY OF CONTRA COSTA, 725 Court St., Martinez, CA 94553 PETITION OF: Susie Caldera FOR CHANGE OF NAME ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME CASE NUMBER: N09-1882 TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS: 1. Petitioner: Susie Caldera filed a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows: Present Name: a. Kevin Rangel to Proposed Name: Kevin Avalos 2. THE COURT ORDERS that all persons interested in this matter shall appear before this court at the hearing indicated below to show cause, if any, why the petition for change of name should not be granted. NOTICE OF HEARING a. Date: 1/14/10 Time: 9:00 a.m. Dept. 60 Room 102 b. The address of the court is same as noted above. 3. a. A copy of this Order to Show Cause shall be published at least once each week for four successive weeks prior to the date set for hearing on the petition in the following newspaper of general circulation, printed in this county: BRENTWOOD PRESS Date: November 17, 2009 Judith A. Sanders, Pro tem Judge of the Superior Court Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 Publish Dates: November 27, December 4, 11, 18, 2009 ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME PETITIONER OR ATTORNEY: Jenna Denise Perez, 507 Lassen Way, Oakley, CA 94561 SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA, COUNTY OF CONTRA COSTA, 725 Court St., Martinez, CA 94553 PETITION OF: Jenna Denise Perez FOR CHANGE OF NAME ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME CASE NUMBER: N09-1819 TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS: 1. Petitioner: Jenna Denise Perez filed a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows: Present Name: a. Jenna Denise Perez to Proposed Name: Jenna Denise Hillard 2. THE COURT ORDERS that all persons interested in this matter shall appear before this court at the hearing indicated below to show cause, if any, why the petition for change of name should not be granted. NOTICE OF HEARING a. Date: 1/8/10 Time: 9:00 a.m. Dept. 60 Room 102 b. The address of the court is same as noted above. 3. a. A copy of this Order to Show Cause shall be published at least once each week for four successive weeks prior to the date set for hearing on the petition in

the following newspaper of general circulation, printed in this county: OAKLEY PRESS Date: November 13, 2009 Judith A. Sanders, Pro tem Judge of the Superior Court Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 Publish Dates: November 20, 27, December 4, 11, 2009 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File #F-0007659-00 The name of the business (es): SH AUTO Located at: 1420 West 10th Street In: Antioch, CA 94509 Is hereby registered by the following owner(s): Sanford J. Heller, 728 Great Highway, #3, San Francisco, CA 94509 . This business is conducted by: an Individual The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on: N/A. Signature of registrant: Sanford J. Heller This statement was filed with Stephen L Weir, County Clerk Of Contra Costa County on: October 27, 2009 By: C. Garcia, Deputy Expires: October 27, 2014 Antioch Press No. 06-1617 Publish: November 20, 27, December 4, 11, 2009 AMENDED ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME PETITIONER OR ATTORNEY: Marvin L. Zanders, Sr., 1520 Thistle Court, Oakley, CA 94561 SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA, COUNTY OF CONTRA COSTA, 725 Court St., Martinez, CA 94553 PETITION OF: Marvin L. Zanders, Sr. FOR CHANGE OF NAME ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME CASE NUMBER: N09-1293 TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS: 1. Petitioner: Marvin Zanders, Sr. filed a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows: Present Name: a. Marquise Lynn Woods (AKA) Marcell Lemor Woods to Proposed Name: Marquise Lynn Zanders 2. THE COURT ORDERS that all persons interested in this matter shall appear before this court at the hearing indicated below to show cause, if any, why the petition for change of name should not be granted. NOTICE OF HEARING a. Date: 1/7/10 Time: 9:00 a.m. Dept. 60 Room 102 b. The address of the court is same as noted above. 3. a. A copy of this Order to Show Cause shall be published at least once each week for four successive weeks prior to the date set for hearing on the petition in the following newspaper of general circulation, printed in this county: BRENTWOOD PRESS b. Both minors appeared in court and agreed to their names being changed. Date: November 12, 2009 Judith A. Sanders, Pro tem Judge of the Superior Court Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 Publish Dates: November 20, 27, December 4, 11, 2009 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File #F-0008168-00 The name of the business (es): A Dress Change Located at: 115 Railroad Avenue, #C In: Danville, CA 94526 Is hereby registered by the following owner(s): Donna Read. This business is conducted by: an Individual The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on: N/A. Signature of registrant: Donna Read This statement was filed with Stephen L Weir, County Clerk Of Contra Costa County on: November 16, 2009 By: M. Oliver, Deputy Expires: November 16, 2014 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 Publish: December 4, 11, 18, 25, 2009

NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE TS No. 08-0090816 Title Order No. 08-8334293 Investor/Insurer No. 359092480 APN No. 032-351- 041-2 YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST, DATED 11/01/2004. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER.” Notice is hereby given that RECONTRUST COMPANY, as duly appointed trustee pursuant to the Deed of Trust executed by: CAROL E HEINZE, AN UNMARRIED WOMAN, dated 11/01/2004 and recorded 11/09/- 04, as Instrument No. 2004- 0429756-00, in Book -, Page -), of Ofﬁcial Records in the ofﬁce of the County Recorder of Contra Costa County, State of California, will sell on 12/17/2009 at 10:00AM, At the Court Street entrance to the County Courthouse (corner of Main and Court Street), 725 Court Street Martinez, CA 94553 at public auction, to the highest bidder for cash or check as described below, payable in full at time of sale, all right, title, and interest conveyed to and now held by it under said Deed of Trust, in the property situated in said County and State and as more fully described in the above referenced Deed of Trust. The street address and other common designation, if any, of the real property described above is purported to be: 3557 WELLS ROAD, OAKLEY, CA, 94561. The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address and other common designation, if any, shown herein. The total amount of the unpaid balance with interest thereon of the obligation secured by

NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE T.S. No. GM-225569-C Loan No. 0359529794 YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 12/21/2005. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. A public auction sale to the highest bidder for cash, cashier’s check drawn on a state or national bank, check drawn by a state or federal credit union, or a check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association, or savings association, or savings bank specified in Section 5102 of the Financial Code and authorized to do business in this state, will be held by the duly appointed trustee. The sale will be made, but without covenant or warranty, expressed or implied, regarding title, possession, or encumbrances, to satisfy the obligation secured by said Deed of Trust. The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the property address or other common designation, if any, shown herein. TRUSTOR: LYLE E HATCH AND SALLY A CAIRNS, HUSBAND AND WIFE Recorded 12/30/2005 as Instrument No. 2005-0499904-00 in Book , page of Official Records in the office of the Recorder of Contra Costa County, California, Date of Sale: 12/18/2009 at 10:00 AM Place of Sale: At the Court Street entrance to the County Courthouse, 725 Court Street (corner of Main and Court Street), Martinez, California Property Address is purported to be: 332 SAN JOAQUIN AVE ANTIOCH, CA 945090000 APN #: 071-043- 015 The total

NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE T.S. No. GM-225501-C Loan No. 0713912725 YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 9/26/2005. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. A public auction sale to the highest bidder for cash, cashier’s check drawn on a state or national bank, check drawn by a state or federal credit union, or a check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association, or savings association, or savings bank specified in Section 5102 of the Financial Code and authorized to do business in this state, will be held by the duly appointed trustee. The sale will be made, but without covenant or warranty, expressed or implied, regarding title, possession, or encumbrances, to satisfy the obligation secured by said Deed of Trust. The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the property address or other common designation, if any, shown herein. TRUSTOR: RAFAEL MEJIA QUEZADA, A MARRIED MAN, AS HIS SOLE AND SEPARATE PROPERTY Recorded 10/4/2005 as Instrument No. 2005-0379596-00 in Book , page of Official Records in the office of the Recorder of Contra Costa County, California, Date of Sale:12/18/2009 at 10:00 AM Place of Sale: At the Court Street entrance to the County Courthouse, 725 Court Street (corner of Main and Court Street), Martinez, California Property Address is purported to be: 1720 SPRINGWOOD WAY ANTIOCH, CA 94509-0000 APN #: 074-424- 020 The total amount secured by said instrument as of the time of initial publication of this notice is $333,608.00, which includes the total amount of the unpaid balance (including accrued and unpaid interest) and reasonable estimated costs, expenses, and advances at the time of initial publication of this notice. Pursuant to California Civil Code 2923.54 the undersigned, on behalf of

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ENTERTAINMENT OUT & ABOUT IN EAST COUNTY

Music Friday, Dec. 4 Delta Jazz Duo The Delta Jazz Duo performs jazz standards, bossas and originals from 6:30-8:30 p.m. at Shutters Brasserie, Sunset Road and Elkins Way in Brentwood, on both Friday and Saturday nights. For more information, call 925-516-4131 or visit www.deltajazztrio.com.

Sunday, Dec.6 Holiday Concert The Young Artist Symphony Orchestra performs a free holiday concert at the Los Medanos College Recital Hall in Pittsburg at 2:30 p.m. Refreshments follow the concert.

Thursday, Dec. 10 Holiday Music at Oakley Library

for “Ceremony of Candles” at 7 p.m. The choir will sing traditional Christmas songs as well as a new composition by Joseph Martin. This is a free event and open to all. For more information, call 925-634-3093.

Events Friday, Dec. 4 The Madrigal Dinner Resurrection Ministries of Brentwood invites you to its Madrigal dinner, an evening of feasting and merriment, at 7 p.m. on Friday and Saturday. Tickets are $35. For reservations or tickets, call Pat at 925-634-5180, ext. 1332.

Saturday, Dec. 5 Holiday De Lites

Celebrate the season with the swinging sounds of The Time Travelers Band from 7:30-8:30 p.m. This is a free event for all ages. For more information, call 925-625-2400.

Start the holidays off with the Holiday De Lites celebration in Antioch’s Rivertown district. The holiday parade begins at 4 p.m. and is followed by a tree-lighting ceremony and lighted boat parade on the river at 6 p.m. For more information, visit www.art4anioch.org or call 925-3259897.

Saturday, Dec. 12 Sing-A-Long ‘Messiah’

Sunday, Dec. 6 Holiday Home Tour

If you’d love to sing – or just sit back and enjoy – Handel’s “Messiah,” a sing-along performance of this inspiring masterpiece begins at 2 p.m. at Antioch’s El Campanil Theatre. Admission is $10 and a vocal score is $8. For more information and to purchase tickets, visit www.elcampaniltheatre.com.

The Discovery Bay Community Presbyterian Church holds its Holiday Home Tour from 1-4 p.m. Arrive at the church at 12:30 p.m. and obtain a map that’ll direct you to six festively decorated homes. Music, refreshments and more follow the tour. Tickets are $20. Call 925634-0184 or 925-634-8470.

Sunday, Dec. 13 Choral Christmas Concert

Holiday Boutique

Join the Brentwood Community United Church

Red Men & Pocahontas Hall in Oakley hosts a holiday boutique featuring Avon, crafts,

To list an event, e-mail information to calendar@brentwoodpress.com one week prior to publication. Post events anytime at www.thepress.net. Stampin’Up, Mary Kay and more from 9 a.m.-3 p.m. All crafters are welcome to this free event. For more information, call Alicia or Irene at 925625-1102 or e-mail ammartinez4280@sbglobal. net.

– is welcome. This is a free event and open to the public. For more information, call 925-634-6655.

Sunday, Dec. 13 Christmas Home Tour

The El Campanil Children’s Theatre presents “The Velveteen Rabbit.” Friday’s performance begins at 7:30 p.m. and Sunday’s at 2 p.m. Tickets are $12 for adults, $10 for seniors and $8 for youth. For more information and to purchase tickets, call 925-757-9500 or visit www. elcampaniltheatretheatre.com.

The Antioch Woman’s Club’s annual Christmas Home Tour (of six houses and two businesses) runs from noon-4 p.m. A reception is held at the Veterans Memorial Hall in Antioch from 2-5 p.m. Admission is $20. Proceeds benefit the club’s scholarship foundation and other charities. For more information, call Connie at 925-522-8663.

Shows Friday, Dec. 4 Miguel Flores The Weber Gallery and MCM Framing present the Art of Miguel Flores through Dec. 18. The gallery is located at 700 Harvest Park Drive in Brentwood. For more information, call 925-6347742 or 925-303-0252.

‘It’s a Wonderful Life,’ the Play Stage Right Conservatory Theatre, Inc. presents “It’s A Wonderful Life” on Dec. 4, 5, 11 and 12 at 7 p.m., and Dec. 6 and 13 at 2 p.m. at the Nick Rodriguez Community Center in Antioch. For ticket information, call 925-216-4613 or visit www.srctgrp.org.

Thursday, Dec. 10 Open Mic Help celebrate the holidays with all forms of written word at an Open Mic at Gabby’s Grind in Brentwood at 6:30 p.m. All short work – poetry, short story, nonfiction or any other creative work

Friday, Dec. 11 ‘The Velveteen Rabbit’

Saturday, Dec. 12 Bethel Island Boat Parade Santa arrives at 4 p.m. and the Boat Parade launches at 5 p.m. from the San Joaquin Yacht Club, 550 Riverview Place. Dress up your boat and turn up your music! For more information and/or enter your boat, call George at 925-6843407 or Mike at 916-929-7433.

Friday, Dec. 18 ‘The Nutcracker’ in Pittsburg The Peninsula Ballet Theatre performs “The Nutcracker” at the Creative Arts Building in Pittsburg. Show times are Friday and Saturday 7:30 p.m.; Sunday 2 p.m. Tickets are available in advance for $10 and $20; at the door for $15 and $20. For more information and to purchase tickets, visit www.cabconcert.org.

Saturday, Dec. 19 ‘The Nutcracker’ in Antioch The Brentwood Children’s Ballet Theater presents “The Nutcracker” at The El Campanil Theatre in Antioch. Show times are Saturday at 1 and 5 p.m.; Sunday at 3 p.m. Tickets are $12 and $15. For more information, visit www.elcampaniltheatre.com.

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Events

E-mail calendar listings to calendar@brentwoodpress.com one week prior to publication. Post your events anytime at www.thepress.net.

This is a free event and open to all. For more information, call 925-757-9224.

Friday, Dec.4 Christmas Holiday Book Sale

Uncommon Synergy Volleyball Club

Still looking for the perfect stocking stuffer for first-time readers – or experienced bookworms? For $1 or less you can choose from thousands of gently-used new donations at the Friends of the Antioch Library book sale from 11 a.m.-5 p.m.; Saturday, Dec. 5 from noon-5 p.m.

Tryouts for the U14 girls volleyball club are held from 6-8 p.m. at Dallas Ranch Middle School in Antioch. For more information, visit www. usvbclub.com.

Boy Scout Christmas Tree Lot

Learn to focus and relax the mind and body, stimulate the immune system and reduce the impact of stress on the body. The session takes place at Antioch’s Sutter Delta Medical Center from 6-8 p.m. The event is free; reservations are required. For more information, call 925-9330107.

Oakley Boy Scout Troop 152 holds its annual Christmas Tree Lot at 3460 Main St., featuring beautiful Noble and Douglas fir trees, holiday wreaths, ornaments and drawings for yuletide gifts. The lot is open seven days a week through Dec. 20. For further information and hours, call 925-625-5391.

Saturday, Dec. 5 Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony The City of Oakley celebrates the holidays with its annual Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony starting a 5 p.m., featuring local schools leading in Christmas carols, plus games, arts and crafts for children and special-guest Santa. For more information, call 925-625-7041.

Shared Humanity through Humor The Brentwood Library hosts Shared Humanity through Humor, featuring Firoozeh Dumas, at 2 p.m. at the Los Medanos College Brentwood Center. For more information on this free event, call 925-516-5294.

Labyrinth Walk A path of prayer and watering hole for the spirit await you at St. Anne Community Center, 2800 Camino Diablo Road in Byron, where all are welcome to join in a labyrinth walk from 10 a.m.-noon. For more information, call 925-6346625.

Main Street Community Toy Run A motorcycle run starts at K-Mart in Antioch at 10 a.m. and ends at Liberty High School in Brentwood, where lunch, music, arts and crafts are featured. Bring a toy/gift for a child 2-16. Not a rider? Take your toy to Liberty at noon. For more information, call 925-634-2016.

East County Little League Registration for the 2010 spring season team is held from 11 a.m.-2 p.m. at Iron House Elementary in Oakley. For more information and future sign-up dates, visit www. eastcountyll.org or call 925-625-6226.

16U Nor Cal Outlaws Tryouts for the 2010 summer season take place at Freedom High in Oakley on Saturday, Dec. 5 and 12. All players must arrive at 10 a.m.; tryouts run to 1 p.m. Pitchers and catchers must arrive by 9 a.m. For more information, call 925642-1940.

Sunday, Dec. 6 East County Hot Shots Tryouts for the East County Hot Shots FastPitch Softball 2010 spring season are held Sunday, Dec. 6 and Saturday, Dec. 12 at Oakley Elementary, 501 Norcross Lane. Times vary by age. For more information, visit www. eastcountyhotshots.com or call 925-5502227.

Monday, Dec 7 Reminisce with the Delta Wordweavers Come out to the Antioch Library at 7 p.m. as the Delta Wordweavers tell stories from childhood that will touch your mind, heart and soul.

Wednesday, Dec. 9 Stress Reduction

Thursday, Dec. 10 Book Club Chats at Lunchtime Freedom High School students are invited to join the book club at lunch from 11:30 a.m.noon in the library. The club is reading “Grace” by Richard Evans. For more information, call 925-625-2400.

Alzheimer’s Caregivers Support Group This month’s meeting focuses on Deborah Hoffman’s Academy-Award-nominated film “Complaints of a Dutiful Daughter,” depicting the highs and lows of Hoffman’s mother’s journey through Alzheimer’s disease. The meeting is free and no reservations are required. For more information, call 925-513-7710.

Republican Women East Contra Costa Republican Women Federated holds a holiday installation luncheon meeting at 11:30 a.m. at Vic Stewart’s in Brentwood. Unwrapped “toys for tots” (no stuffed toys, please) and items for Shepherd’s Gate will be collected. For menu and reservations, call 925-634-7826.

Storytime Session Storytime is a great way to build early literacy skills, develop kindergarten readiness and learn socialization skills. The Antioch Library is offering a storytime session on Thursday mornings at 10:30 a.m. through Thursday, Jan. 10. No registration is required. For more information, call 925-757-9224.

Sign-ups Annual Pork Chop Dinner Help support the Redmen/Pocahontas National and State Charity, Alzheimer’s. Come to 1403 Main St. in Oakley at 4:30 p.m. on Saturday, Dec. 12 and enjoy those lip-smacking pork chops for $18. Steve Barkhurst provides entertainment and the event features a raffle. For reservations, call Lidia at 925-432-6398 by Dec. 7.

write and spell better? Project Second Chance, the Contra Costa County Library adult literacy program, offers tutor training for volunteer literacy tutors. For more information, visit www. ccclib.org/psc or call 925-927-3250.

Antioch Military Families and Friends Donations are needed for this valuable organization’s care packages for our troops. Supplies are very low. For more information, visit www. antiochmiltary.com.

PONY Lady Blast 10U Several open spots are available for Brentwood’s premier girls fast-pitch organization, which is looking for girls who want to learn at a higher level of training. For information about open tryouts, call John at 925-5164064 or e-mail jdakirk@yahoo.com.

Nor Cal 18U Fast Pitch Softball Nor Cal has won its last four tournaments and is looking to replace a few players who are now too old to play in the league. For more information on tryout dates for the 2010 summer team, call 925-584-5979 or e-mail dan9gom@aol.com.

Brentwood Concert Band Looking for a place to explore your musical talents? The Brentwood Concert Band is looking for new members. The band practices every Monday from 7-9 p.m. in Liberty High School’s band room. For more information, call Sue at 925-634-3411.

Friendly Visitors Volunteers are needed to visit lonely seniors in their homes for one hour per week. These are not medical services – just friendly, compassionate visits. For more information, call 925937-8311 or e-mail dholthaus@mowsosl.org.

Lady Blast U16 Brentwood’s premiere fast-pitch organization is looking for players who want to excel to the next level. For open tryouts and more information, call Larry at 925-642-8670 or e-mail touchdwntbrn@yahoo.com.

Be a Mentor Contra Costa Seniors for Children invites you become a mentor and volunteer one hour per week with one elementary school student in need. Help enrich the lives of our children and save their future as well as ours. For more information, call 925-229-2205.

Guide Dogs for the Blind Want to do something for others and receive lots of love and kisses? Volunteer to raise a Guide Dog for the Blind puppy. Meetings are held in Oakley, where you’ll receive all the training you need. For more information, visit www.guidedogs.com or call Barbara at 925634-9678.

On the Horizon

Delta Children’s Chorus

Toy Swap

Open auditions have begun for students in fourth grade and up for this new children’s choral group. Rehearsals are held Thursday afternoons. For more information, call Alexis at 925-783-4147.

Save some money this holiday and recycle your children’s gently used toys. The YMCA’s Delta First 5 Center will host its second annual toy swap on Friday, Dec. 11 from 5-7 p.m. at 760 First St. in Brentwood. For more information, call 925-692-2300.

Tennis Lessons Every Thursday until Dec. 31, the Discovery Bay Athletic Club offers tennis lessons at 3:30 p.m. for kids 4-18. The cost is $10 per class. For more information and to sign up, call Don at 925759-0983 or e-mail dtpurdy@yahoo.com.

Help an Adult Learn To Read Would you like to help an adult learn to read,

Holiday Gift Workshops Children will make personalized gifts and cards at the holiday gift workshop, held at 204 Second St. in Oakley from 6-8 p.m. on Friday, Dec. 11 (for ages 3-5) and Friday, Dec. 18 (for ages 6-11). Admission is $20 for residents; $25 for non-residents. Registration is required. For more information, call 925-625-7041.

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