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Police shoot, kill man in Discovery Bay Few

by Kyle Szymanski Staff Writer

DISCOVERY BAY Contra Costa County Sheriff deputies and Oakley police shot and killed a man in Discovery Bay this week after police say he walked toward officers with a weapon raised and pointed in their direction during a suspected domestic violence incident.

Contra Costa County Sheriff Office officials say 51-yearold Robert Jones approached officers with a Umarex AirJavelin Archery Rifle – that propels arrows up to 300 feet per second -- as they attempted to speak with him at a residence on the 8000 block of Westport Circle at about 9 p.m.

Police opened fire on Jones after attempting to deescalate the situation by giving him numerous commands to put his weapon down, officials said.

Emergency crews began lifesaving measures, and Jones was

A call for a domestic dispute on Westport Circle in Discovery Bay turned deadly when law enforcement officials shot a man suspected of wielding a weapon, late Tuesday, March 22.

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transported to a hospital, where he was pronounced dead, officials said.

Police were initially dispatched to the home on reports of a domestic disturbance, offi-

cials said.

Prior to the fatal encounter, a deputy first attempted to talk to Jones through a screen door but he allegedly took out a knife and raised it over his

head, prompting authorities to command him to drop the knife.

Jones then allegedly brandished what appeared to be a rifle at the see Shooting page 15A

New options for recreation, commuting

by Melissa van Ruiten Staff Writer

BRENTWOOD Officials broke ground on the Trail Bicycle and Pedestrian Overcrossing in Brentwood on March 18.

The overcrossing, located between the Sand Creek and Lone Tree exits in Brentwood, will reconnect the portions of

the Mokelumne Trail that were bisected by the Highway 4 expansion. Construction will begin this month and is expected to be completed as soon as early 2023.

The cost to design and build the bridge is about $13 million, with funding provided through Measure J taxpayer dollars, the State Route 4 Bypass Authority and bridge toll funds.

“This new bicycle and pedestrian overcrossing will improve the community’s connections to nature, jobs, housing, and transit opportunities – and serves as an example of what see Bridge page 15A

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ANTIOCH The California Highway Patrol has not released any further information about Antioch Mayor Lamar Thorpe’s arrest on suspicion of DUI early last Sunday morning.

Thorpe was pulled over by the CHP at 1:15 a.m. as he drove northbound on I-680 near Monument Boulevard in Concord after Thorpe said he had dinner with a friend that evening.

The CHP has not said why it pulled over Thorpe’s vehicle, what his blood-alcohol level was, or if they conducted a field sobriety test on the Antioch mayor.

Thorpe addressed the incident in a recorded statement on his Facebook page Saturday morning.

“I wanted to come before you today because I wanted to share some personal news,” Thorpe said. “Last night, after having dinner with a friend, I was pulled over by the California Highway Patrol and cited for driving under the influence. For that, I take full responsibility.

Under the advice of counsel, I am limited in what I can share with you, but I felt it was important to be open and direct with you. Although I never felt inhibited by the drink I had with my dinner, I am deeply sorry by my lapse of judgment and I hope you can forgive me. Being your see Thorpe’s DUI page 15A

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A Contra Costa County jury convicted Antioch resident Mitchell Lynn Bacom of the 1980 murder of 14-year-old Suzanne Bombardier – the oldest open homicide on record in Antioch – the Contra Costa County District Attorney’s Office announced in a news release.

Having been convicted of first-degree murder, along with special circumstances for commission of the murder during the course

of burglary, kidnapping, and rape, Bacom will be sentenced to life in prison without the possibility of parole, according to the release.

Bacom, 27 years old at the time, was an early suspect in the initial murder investigation. The case went cold until 2017 when Bacom was identified as the perpetrator through a biological sample matched to his DNA profile.

“Justice did not come swiftly for the Bombardier family,” said District Attorney Diana Becton. “With the perseverance of Antioch detectives and scientific advancement, the successful prosecution of Mitchell Bacom brings closure to this 37-year mystery.”

Bombardier disappeared from her sister’s apartment in June of 1980, where she was babysitting her younger cousins. A week later, her body was recovered from the San Joaquin River. Along with evidence of a sexual assault, the cause of death was determined to be a single stab wound to the chest, according to the release.

Bacom had previously been convicted in 1974 of rape and other felony offenses, and was on parole for those offenses at the time of Bombardier’s murder.

In 1981, Bacom was convicted of a subsequent sexual assault and related felonies for which he was sentenced to 24 years in state prison.

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Oakley police arrest Pittsburg man in road rage shooting

by Jake Menez Staff Writer

OAKLEY police arrested Sergio CruzSilva of Pittsburg on March 12 following an incident in which Cruz-Silva allegedly shot at another motorist in a road rage incident.

Oakley police said on March 17 that officers were called to the area of Main Street and Malicoat Avenue after reports of a driver firing a gun at another driver.

The victim was not struck by the gunfire.

After officers arrived at the scene, the victim provided them with a description of “a very distinctive vehicle,” according to the police statement. Police stopped the described vehicle on Highway 160 near the Main Street exit where an investigation of the vehicle resulted in the discovery of a gun concealed in an ice chest. This and unspecified other evidence, as well as statements, led to the arrest of Cruz-Silva, 32.

Following his arrest, the District Attorney’s Office filed three felony

charges against Cruz-Silva: shooting at an occupied vehicle, shooting from a motor vehicle and possession of a firearm without being the registered owner.

According to the California penal code section 246, a felony conviction for shooting a firearm at an oc-

cupied vehicle can result in “imprisonment in the state prison for three, five, or seven years, or by imprisonment in the county jail for a term of not less than six months and not exceeding one year.”

The other charges filed against Cruz-Silva carry similar or lesser penalties.

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4 hospitalized in Byron Highway crash Melissa van Ruiten Staff Writer

Five people were injured — four of them hospitalized — in a three-vehicle crash on Byron Highway just south of Camino Diablo late Friday night March 18.

Shortly before 11 p.m., rescue crews found three vehicles — a black Hyundai Sonata, a black Honda Accord, and a silver Acura — all heavily damaged, with one woman unable to free herself from her vehicle, said East Contra Costa Fire Protection District Captain Ryan Pesonen. He said rescue personnel had to use more sophisticated tactics to free her from the vehicle. It took fire crews around 25 minutes to remove the driver who was trapped in her

vehicle. She was then airlifted to John Muir Medical Center in Walnut Creek with critical injuries.

One additional patient was also airlifted with severe injuries, while two other patients were transported by ambulance. All went to John Muir Medical Center in Walnut Creek. The fifth patient was released at the scene, against medical advice, after declining to be taken to a hospital.

California Highway Patrol officers were on scene to investigate. Police said they believe speed and an attempt to cross the dotted line to pass were factors in what caused the crash.

Byron Highway was shut down in both directions for roughly two hours.

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A collision involving three vehicles on Byron Highway in Byron resulted in four people being transported to John Muir Medical Center - Walnut Creek late Friday night, March 18. California Highway Patrol officers on scene say speed was a factor.

New fire station to be built with $1.5 million for six fire stations, the ECCFPD operates only three while serving a population of more than 128,000 in the cities of Brentwood and Oakley, and unincorporated communities of Discovery Bay, Bethel Island, Knightsen, Byron, Marsh Creek, and Morgan Territory.

Construction on the district’s fourth station, which sits at the corner of East Cypress and Bethel Island Roads in Oakley, was completed in 2019. However, there has been no money to staff the station and make it operational. Now with the ECCFPD’s annexation by Contra Costa Fire Protection District (ConFire) is official, that could change as soon as July 1 when the annexation is complete. Funds from Measure X, approved by county voters in 2020, will cover the station’s staffing costs.

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REGIONAL The East Contra Costa Fire Protection District (ECCFPD) will receive $1.5 million in federal funding to construct a new station on Empire Avenue between Grant Street and Amber Lane in Brentwood.

Officials haven’t announced when the station, the district’s fifth, will open.

“I appreciate the efforts of Congressman McNerney and Senator Padilla to ensure that we have necessary facilities needed to provide adequate levels of fire and emergency medical services to the community,” said Brian J. Oftedal, president of the fire district’s board, in a press release.

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Four firefighters connected to umbilicus breathing systems and subterranean communications ultimately made entry into the storm water infrastructure, located the victim, cleared considerable debris blocking his exit, and brought him to the surface, according to the release.

“As an all-risk fire agency, we train for rare rescues such as this,” said Contra Costa County Fire Protection District Fire Chief Lewis Broschard. “Still, this was a complex and highrisk rescue effort that required Photo courtesy of the Contra Costa County FIre Protection District extensive specialized resources A man was rescued from an underground pipe in a three-and-a-half-hour rescue in Antioch and the skill and experience of on March 20. The rescued man appeared to be uninjured. many professionals from across the district to successfully complete.”

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At least 50 personnel from the Contra Costa County Fire Protection District, the East Contra Costa Fire Protection District, the Antioch Police Department, and the City Of Antioch Public Works Department worked to free the man from the pipe, 16 feet underground in the area of 3160 Buchanan Road, according to the Contra Costa County Fire Protection District.

The unidentified man, in his mid-30s, was extricated at approximately 9 p.m. and appeared uninjured, although he was transported to a hospital for evaluation, according to the fire district.

Crews did not say how the man had become stuck in the pipe, but speculated that he may have been trapped there for up to two days, according to a news release.

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The incident commander ordered two simultaneous rescue attempts from opposite ends of the drainage pipe, according to a news release. The first, which eventually proved successful, sent rescue firefighters into a nearby underground vault to approach and free the victim. The second attempt directed City of Antioch public works crews to dig down to the underground pipe on the oppo-

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Changes in Oakley Job training programs accepting applications city hierarchy Town hires new assistant to the city manager and public information officer OAKLEY Leaders recently announced they have hired a new assistant to the city manager and public information officer.

Felicia Escover comes to Oakley with 10 years of experience in local government, having most recently been assistant to the city manager for Vallejo.

She began her career as an intern with the Redwood City Fire Department and since has advanced through three public sector organizations and six departments having worked in human services, organizational development, utilities, and city administration in a variety of roles. In her new role as assistant to the city manager in Oakley, she’ll work on special projects and lead efforts related to public information and community engagement.

“I am pleased to have Felicia join Team Oakley,” said City Manager Joshua McMurray. “She brings a unique skill set and experience that spans multiple areas of local government.”

Escover said she’s excited for the future.

“I’m honored to have been selected for this role and have the opportunity to work with our City Council and community during an exciting time in the city’s story,” Escover said. “I look forward to working with the incredible team at the City of Oakley and supporting the city however I can.”

ESCOVER In addition to her role with the city, she is on the executive board for the Municipal Management Association of Northern California, a member of Women Leading Government, and on the California League of Cities Public Safety Policy Committee. She holds an MS in Human Resource Management from the University of Southern California and a BS in Business Administration from Cal State East Bay. Escover’s selection is the result of a recruitment process that began in December 2021, when the city announced the opening of the position.

Escover was selected from 70 applications.

Escover can be reached at escover@ci.oakley.ca.us or 925-625-7162.

Nonprofit organization Opportunity Junction is accepting applications for its workforce development programs – the Administrative Careers Training (ACT) and the Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) programs – which both begin in May. Administrative Careers Training At no cost to the student, the ACT offers 12 weeks of full-time training in office computer applications, academic enhancement, and life skills for eligible Contra Costa County job seekers. Following training, students enter a paid internship for up to four months.

Case managers offer support, ensuring links to child care, health care, food, transportation and other essential services. Meanwhile, a licensed clinician provides therapy to address trauma and other issues that may hinder employment. Interns also engage in comprehensive career-building activities, including skills assessment, job search, resume and cover letter preparation, and interview practice. Alumni services include ongoing career counseling and case management, helping alumni maintain employment, obtain a raise or promotion, and, if needed, search for new employment.

ACT alumna Diana Aleman had previously worked in retail before graduating and going on to work at Heluna Health.

“If it weren’t for Opportunity Junction and the amazing staff, I would not be where I am today,” Aleman said. “I wouldn’t have been able to keep up.”

The ACT course begins May 31 and is conducted online during the COVID-19 pandemic until further notice.

Certified Nursing Assistant The Opportunity Junction Healthcare Career Pathway CNA program also combines skills training at no cost to the participant with wraparound services and a professional skills

curriculum for those on the healthcare track.

Students can attend courses at the Opportunity Junction office in Antioch or at Mt. Diablo Adult Education, located in Concord. Much like the ACT program, additional services include one-on-one case management, food and transportation support, job placement assistance, and professional skills development.

After immigrating to the U.S. from Kenya, CNA alumna Doreen Katiba soon found success working as a CNA at Willow Pass Healthcare Center.

“Before this training, working in a hospital setting was a dream that has now become my reality,” Katiba said. “I am a new me. I am working with the alumni career counselor to take steps to work in a hospital one day. I see myself as valuable in this field. OJ made a healthcare worker out of me!”

The CNA course begins May 9 in Antioch, and May 16 in Concord.

Opportunity Junction was launched in 2000 by a diverse founding board representing the private sector, government, and educators who envisioned training low-income job seekers for employment that would lead to selfsufficiency while meeting the growing need for technologically skilled administrative workers.

The agency has grown from a start-up nonprofit running a single job training and placement program into a regional hub for economic security programs.

The program is paid for by ‘earned income’ (2 percent), events and donations (15 percent), government contracts (36 percent) and grants (47 percent), according to its website.

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Rotary clubs sponsor poster competition Corresondent

The Rotary Clubs of Brentwood and Oakley are inviting student artists to submit their work for an upcoming competition.

The competition is open to all public and private middle and high school students in Brentwood, Oakley, Discovery Bay, Knightsen, Bethel Island and Byron.

“The contest concept is open, and we welcome the children to express themselves about whichever topic they choose,” said Dan Torres, the president-elect of the Brentwood Rotary Club. “However, in the past we have seen messages expressed about topics that have included climate change, immigration, women’s rights, firearm regulation, and discrimination, among others.”

Entrants can register for the competition by submitting their art to the Delta Art Gallery or Starry Nite Studios, both located at The Streets of Brentwood, by Friday, May 6, to have their art considered.

The three finalists in middle and high school divisions will win $300, $200 and $100, respectively.

“We are hoping to support and inspire the kids to take an interest in art or to take

their art to the next level,” said Torres. “Furthermore, we want to provide a platform for them to share what’s on their mind and what is important to them.”

Cianna Price, the 2021 high school winner, said the competition provides a valuable experience for entrants.

“The Brentwood Rotary Club’s poster contest proved a job well done in bringing out some of the creative talent that East Contra Costa County has to offer, and has further inspired me to confidently share my artwork and my message with the world,” she said.

Posters must be on or mounted on poster board between the dimensions of 16 inches by 20 inches, and 20 inches by 24 inches.

Posters may be executed in any two-dimensional medium (oil, acrylic, markers, pastel, collages, photography or canvas mounted on poster board). Posters may be created or enhanced digitally but must begin as an entirely original work of art by the student and printed to the required size for submission, according to the contest rules.

Entrants must first register to reserve a spot and then turn in an entry form with their artwork when it is ready by the deadline.

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Teen performers sought Brentwood Teen Theater is seeking dancers, singers and actors ages 12-18 for its upcoming productions of “Newsies Jr.” Attendees have the opportunity to receive training in the areas of acting, singing and dancing, stage blocking notation, script analysis /scene study, audition skills, character building, Improvisation, team concepts and other stagecraft skills in a nurturing environment.

All participants will be cast in the show and receive specialized theater arts training.

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INTEREST RATE UPDATE Last week the Federal Reserve raised the Federal Funds Rate by .25%. This is the first rise in over 3 years. The Fed had been drastically slashing rates in response to the COVID pandemic in an effort to stimulate the economy. They have been warning for a while now that they will be raising rates “soon” as the economy recovers so it’s finally happening. Rising inflation is what probably finally forced their hand. If inflation stays high, the Fed plans to keep raising rates.

They have predicted several more increases through this year, probably another .25% at each of their next several meetings.

Mortgage rates have been climbing the last several months in expectation of this rise. Some people think that mortgage rates have already “priced in” some of the future Fed actions, as well. So it’s possible that we may not see mortgage rates continue to rise in lock-step as the Fed raises. On top of that, higher energy prices could lead to reduced consumer spending on other items.

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Many home buyers were already pretty “maxed out” before rates went up. That means that some buyers will need to look at lower-priced homes than before. However, it sure looks like that still leaves plenty of buyers. Inventory is still VERY low across the board. If rates go significantly higher, that could put a damper on real estate prices.

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A case of brandishing was reported on Baldry Court when an individual went into a business and pointed a gun at someone.

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The following is a selection of recent law enforcement activities:

ANTIOCH March 17, 2:45 a.m. A case of a verbal dispute that resulted in a traffic accident with no injury was reported on the 2700 block of Hillcrest Avenue.

March 17, 9:17 a.m. A case of an auto being stored was reported on the 5400 block of Alvar Loop.

March 17, 11:05 a.m. A traffic stop that resulted in a warrant arrest was reported at E. 18th Street.

March 17, 11:34 a.m. A case of grand theft was reported on the 5700 block of Lone Tree Way. March 17, 12:44 p.m. A case of robbery was reported on the 2400 block of Mahogany Way. March 17, 1:09 p.m. A case of robbery that resulted in aggravated assault was reported on the 700 block of W. 18th Street.

March 17, 2:39 p.m. A case of embezzlement that resulted in auto theft was reported on the 1500 block of W. 10th Street.

March 17, 4:43 p.m. A case of a traffic stop that resulted in recovery of a stolen auto was reported at Wilbur Avenue and Bridgehead Road.

March 17, 10:45 p.m. A case of armed robbery was reported on the 2900 block of Delta Fair Boulevard.

March 17, 11:04 p.m. A case of arson was reported on the 0 block of Marina Plaza.

March 18, 2:39 a.m. A case of battery that resulted in aggravated assault was reported on the 1900 block of San Jose Drive.

March 18, 4:07 a.m. A case of a restraining/court order violation that resulted in threats against a person was reported on the 3800 block of Osprey Drive.

March 18, 11:39 a.m. A case of a suspicious vehicle stop that resulted in weapons violations was reported on the 900 block of W. 10th Street.

March 18, 4:03 p.m. A traffic stop that resulted in weapons violations was reported at Somersville Road and Highway 4.

March 18, 6:19 p.m. A case of auto theft was reported on the 200 block of Robert Street.

March 18, 7:13 p.m. A case of vandalism was reported on the 1300 block of Aster Drive.

March 18, 8:02 p.m. A case of a hitand-run with no injuries that resulted in a drunk driving misdemeanor was reported on the 1500 block of A Street.

March 18, 11:57 p.m. A case of a fight that resulted in assault was reported on the 0 block of E. 7th Street.

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Authorities arrested a man in Antioch this week on suspicion of intentionally lighting two fires in the city, according to the Contra Costa County Fire Protection DIstrict.

Jason McGee, 27, is facing two charges of arson of a structure or forest land, authorities said.

He was arrested on March 21 at the scene of a brush fire burning along a soundwall near Larkspur Drive and Hillcrest Avenue in Antioch.

He was at the scene of the fire when crews arrived, and was later identified as starting the fire, the agency said.

Investigators say he admitted to setting the fire and a witness further identified him as having been seen lighting another fire on March 18, authorities said.

McGee was subsequently arrested for both fires and transported to the Martinez Detention Facility. He remained in custody as of Wednesday, March 23.

BRENTWOOD March 17, 2:56 a.m. A case of strong arm robbery was reported on Lone Tree Way. March 17, 8:46 a.m. A case of commercial burglary was reported on Second Street.

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March 19, 5:20 a.m. A case of assault was reported on the 0 block of N. Royal Links Circle.

March 19, 9:38 a.m. A case of a traffic stop that resulted in a warrant arrest was reported at Gentrytown Drive and Buchanan Road.

March 19, 10:48 a.m. A case of auto theft was reported on the 300 block of L Street.

March 19, 11:39 a.m. A traffic stop that resulted in weapons violations was reported at Wildflower Drive and Hillcrest Avenue.

March 19, 1:44 p.m. A case of reckless driving was reported on the 400 block of Limewood Drive.

March 19, 4:57 p.m. A case of battery that resulted in assault and auto theft was reported on the 2500 block of Somersville Road.

March 19, 7:39 p.m. A case of a hitand-run with no injuries that resulted in recovery of a stolen auto was reported on the 4400 block of Lone Tree Way.

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March 17, 8:59 a.m. A case of identity theft was reported on Balfour Road.

March 17, 11:50 p.m. A case of petty theft was reported on Lone Tree Way. March 17, 4:02 p.m. A case of forgery/ fraud was reported on Carey Lane.

March 17, 5:41 a.m. A case of reckless driving was reported on Balfour Road.

March 17, 9:58 a.m. A case of a missing adult was reported on Pebble Court.

March 17, 10:46 a.m. A case of petty theft was reported on Balfour Road.

March 18, 9:52 a.m. A case of brandishing was reported at Balfour Road and Highway 4.

March 18, 10:34 a.m. A case of a missing adult was reported on Flowering Plum Plaza.

March 18, 1:35 p.m. A case of identity theft was reported on Spigold Way. March 18, 1:56 p.m. A case of a restraining/court order violation was reported on Buckeye Plaza.

March 18, 2:17 p.m. A case of a hitand-run with no injuries was reported on Lone Tree Way. March 18, 3:16 p.m. A case of a miscellaneous outside assist was reported on Baird Court.

March 19, 1:13 a.m. A case of disturbing the peace was reported on Oak Street.

March 19, 3:44 a.m. A suspicious circumstance was reported on Lone Tree Way. March 19, 12:19 p.m. A case of a hitand-run with no injuries was reported on Cerritos Road.

March 19, 9:06 p.m. A traffic accident with no injuries was reported at Shiles Loop and Mills Drive.

March 20, 1:59 a.m. A case of vandalism was reported on Lone Tree Way when an individual had their tires slashed while they were working.

March 20, 3:03 a.m. A case of identity theft was reported on Hawthorne Plaza.

March 20, 9:33 a.m. A case of a physical fight was reported on Havasu Court.

March 20, 4:37 p.m. A case of brandishing was reported on Baldry Court when an individual went into a business and pointed a gun at someone.

March 20, 6:13 p.m. A case of disturbing the peace was reported at Marsh Creek Apartment Complex.

March 20, 8:19 p.m. A case of a hitand-run with no injuries was reported at Sand Creek Road and Highway 4.

March 20, 10:48 p.m. A case of a traffic accident with major injuries was reported at Brentwood Boulevard and Sand Creek Road.

March 20, 11:18 p.m. A case of petty theft was reported on Balfour Road.

March 20, 11:20 p.m. A case of vandalism was reported on Myrtle Beach Drive.

March 20, 11:29 p.m. A case of vandalism was reported on Grey Hawke Court.

March 20, 11:59 p.m. A case of a suspicious circumstance was reported at Redwine Terrace and Pippin Drive.

March 21, 2:24 a.m. A case of vehicular theft was reported on Brentwood Boulevard.

March 21, 11:29 a.m. A case of vehicular theft was reported on Heather Plaza.

March 21, 12:00 p.m. A case of vehicular theft was reported on Shady Willow Lane.

March 21, 12:44 p.m. A case of a restraining/court order violation was reported on Brentwood Boulevard.

March 21, 5:13 p.m. A case of vandalism was reported on Brentwood Boulevard.

March 21, 5:26 p.m. A case of petty theft was reported on Lone Tree Way. March 21, 5:31 p.m. A case of a health and safety violation was reported on Balfour Road.

March 21, 5:27 p.m. A case of identity theft was reported on Woodfield Lane.

March 21, 11:25 p.m. A case of vehicular burglary was reported on Sespe Creek Avenue.

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Events Saturday, March 26 Carpenters-inspired music at El Campanil Theatre

Singer and actress Laurie Roldan will be performing in upcoming shows at El Campanil Theatre in Antioch that will include stories and memories woven through well-known Carpenters songs. ”Laurie Sings A Song For You:” A Cabaret Concert Inspired by the Music of Karen Carpenter and featuring guest vocalists and musicians, will be performed March 26 and 27 at 2 p.m. each day. Adult tickets are $35; seniors $30 and youth $20.

The El Campanil Theatre is at 602 West 2nd St. in Antioch. Tickets can be purchased at https://bit.ly/3t7gBqi.

Wednesday, March 30 Knightsen Wetland Restoration Project panel discussion

The Wetlands Restoration Project staff will be hosting a panel discussion on March 30 from 6:30 to 8 p.m. on Zoom for Knightsen residents and anyone else interested in the project. The panel discussion will cover the roles and responsibilities of the regional agencies that are coordinating with the Wetlands Project. The project supervisor, as well as representatives from the agencies, will be at the meeting to listen to input and answer questions. For more details and Zoom meeting link, go to http://www.tinyurl.com/ Wetland-Knightsen.

Thursday, March 31 Meet the candidates

California gubernatorial candidate Anthony Trimino and Secretary of State candidate Rachel Hamm will hold a meet-and-greet event on March 31 from 5:30 to 8 p.m. at Campos Family Vineyards, 3501 Byer Road, in Byron. The election is scheduled for Tuesday, Nov. 8. Attendees should register and RSVP at www.camposfamilyvineyards.com/events.

Upcoming classes at the Liberty Adult Education Center

The Liberty Adult Education Center (929 Second St. in Brentwood) is offering the following classes: Bookkeeping/Accounting – This course covers terms, concepts, and applications of a doubleentry accounting system for a service business.

Students learn to deal effectively with the chart of accounts, assets, liabilities and equity accounts, as well as to apply basic rules of generally accepted accounting principles. This is the first class of a 3-part series. Each class builds on the previous class. The second and third classes include payroll, depreciation, inventory, and other more advanced accounting procedures. The cost is $140, plus textbook. Classes are Thursdays from 6 to 9 p.m., starting March 31 through May 26.

QuickBooks Online – Level 1 & 2: Level 1 is an instructor-led class, and in Level 2, you will work independently with instructor support. In Level 1, you will learn how to customize the company settings, set up customers and vendors, record bank deposits, and reconcile bank and credit card accounts. In Level 2, you will learn more advanced functions such as managing inventory, working with balance sheet accounts and budgets, creating reports using class and locations tracking, and payroll. The cost is $105, plus textbook.

Classes are Tuesdays from 6 to 8:30 p.m., starting April 5 through May 24. College credits can be earned for completing Level 1 & 2. To sign up, visit www.libertyadulted.org.

Friday, April 1 Friday Night Bites in Oakley

The CIty of Oakley is hosting Friday Night Bites, a monthly celebration of community, music and curbside cuisine, at Civic Center Plaza (3231 Main St. ) from 5 to 9 p.m. This free event will include five to eight gourmet food trucks, including desserts and a possible beer truck or beer garden in the future. Also, when COVID-19 restrictions have eased, other family-friendly activities will be added, like free face-painting for kids and jumbo size games like Connect 4, Giant Jenga and Cornhole.

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Look at the many local events on www.thepress.net /calendar Sunday, April 3 Brentwood Literary Stroll

The community will get the chance to meet fiction and nonfiction authors in downtown Brentwood during the Brentwood Literary Stroll.

Ten fiction and nonfiction authors will meet with participants at different restaurants and businesses throughout downtown Brentwood from 1 to 4 p.m. Children 12 and under can attend for free. Tickets are $5 per person and are available at brentwoodlibrary.brownpapertickets.com.

Saturday, April 9 Egg-Stravaganza at the Antioch Water Park

A park-wide egg hunt with eggs hidden both in and out of the water will be held at the Antioch Water Park (4701 Lone Tree Way) from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Pre-registration tickets are $8 or $12 at the door. Entrants are encouraged to bring their bathing suits. A bag will be provided to collect the eggs. For tickets, visit https://bit.ly/3udAP0Z.

Tuesday, April 12 Intermediate Genealogy Class

The Liberty Adult Education Center (929 Second St. in Brentwood) is hosting an intermediate genealogy class on Tuesdays, from 3:30 to 5:30 p.m., until May 10. Have you already been bitten by the genealogy bug? Are you in need of a healthy dose of tools, techniques, and strategies to take you to the next level in your research, or to break through those brick walls? In intermediate genealogy, the class will dig deeper into a variety of records, some that you have never heard about, and where they may be accessed.

You will also examine options for using DNA testing to supplement research, and review concepts and techniques for genetic genealogy.

Materials list will be provided the first day of class.

Attendees must either have taken the beginning genealogy class offered through Liberty Adult Education or have prior experience in genealogy.

Contact Liberty Adult Education for registration information at 925-634-2565.

Friday, April 15 Oakley Entrepreneurial Workshop

This workshop from noon to 1:30 p.m. on Zoom will provide information to help small business owners understand and meet their federal tax obligations. The workshop will cover basic IRS tax requirements. You will learn about business income and deductions, Schedule C for the sole proprietor, Form 1065 for the general partnership and Form 1120 for the corporation. Guidance provided on how to file and pay federal business taxes, what to do when in arrears, and much more. For more information, visit https://bit.ly/3JtU1xW.

Saturday, April 16 Miles for Mayo 5K

The Miles For Mayo 5K is a timed, family-friendly, community 3.1-mile run/walk focused on commemorating the life of Matías “Mayo” Rogers and helping others find inspiration through running.

Registration fees are $15 to $40. All proceeds support local high schools and the Delta Limitless youth running program. The race begins at Veterans Park (3841 Balfour Road in Brentwood) on Matías’ birthday, Saturday, April 16, at 9 a.m.

Participants receive a 2022 commemorative T-shirt and medal. To register, visit http://www. milesformayo.org.

Saturday April 30 Discovery Bay Yacht Club Spring Boutique

The Discovery Bay Yacht Club will host a spring boutique at the Discovery Bay Marina, 5871 Marina Road, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. The event will feature over 40 vendors, food trucks with drinks to purchase, raffles throughout the day, and music. For more information, visit https://www. dbyc.com.

Ongoing Events Brentwood Community Chorus Rehearsals

The Brentwood Community Chorus is seeking members. The group meets on Tuesdays at 7 p.m. at the Brentwood United Methodist Church at 809 Second St. In Brentwood. No audition is required and all ages are welcome, but participants must be fully vaccinated and wear a mask at all rehearsals. The registration fee is $50, and you must purchase your own music.

Performances are scheduled for June 5 and 12. Additional information on the Brentwood Community Chorus is at www.brentwoodcommunitychorus.com.

American Legion Post 202 Monthly Meeting

The American Legion Post 202 monthly meeting (on the second Wednesday of the month) is held at 6:30 p.m. at 757 First St. in Brentwood. The meeting is open to all U.S. Armed Services veterans. The organization encourages all veterans in East County to come and see what is available to them. For more information, visit https://www. aml202.org/

Applications accepted for Administrative Careers Training

The nonprofit Opportunity Junction is accepting applications for its administrative careers training program. Classes are taught via Zoom. The intensive training is 12 weeks, followed by up to four months of paid internship. Participants will learn life and business skills, and can earn their Microsoft Office Skills certificate. For more information, visit https://www.opportunityjunction. org/program-application.

Widow and Widower Grief Support Group

A widow and widower grief support group from Immaculate Heart of Mary Church meets every Thursday from 5 to 6:15 p.m. at the church library at 500 Fairview Ave. in Brentwood. The group focuses on finding a new normal as attendees walk the grief trail with others experiencing the same loss. For more information, contact Mary Ann Smith at 925-240-1706 or Sandy Heinisch at 925-513-3412.

Friday Night Al-Anon Meeting

Al-Anon meetings, which offer a supportive place for friends and families of alcoholics, are held every Friday from 8 to 9:15 p.m. at the Brentwood United Methodist Church at 809 Second St. in Brentwood. There is no need to register. For details, call Trisha at 510-910-1389.

Coffee with Carolyn

Kaleidoscope Cancer Connection’s Coffee with Carolyn is a cancer support group for women, hosted by Carolyn George and financially supported by the Kaleidoscope Cancer Connection of Byron. The group meets on the first Tuesday of every month from 10 a.m. to noon and on the third Thursday of every month from 6 to 8 p.m.

The location is a private home in Discovery Bay. For more information, contact Carolyn George at 925-577-3325.

Marine Corps League, Delta Diablo Detachment 1155, Monthly Meeting

The Marine Corps League, Delta Diablo Detachment 1155, hosts its monthly meeting on the third Thursday of each month at 6:30 p.m. at the Brentwood Veterans Memorial Building, 757 First St., in Brentwood. The group is open to all active or retired U.S. Marines. Attendees are encouraged to bring a veteran friend, and spouses are always welcome. The meetings feature camaraderie, food, drink, conversation and updates on upcoming events. For more information, call 925-338-1775, email MCL1155@outlook. com or visit https://www.mcl1155.org/.

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The Liberty High baseball team this season has a combination of youth and experience that the coach hopes will serve the Lions well.

They have eight seniors. But of the 13 juniors on the roster, five played on the varsity team last year as sophomores.

“The team is looking good,” coach Andrew Lonsdale said. “We brought back a lot of returners. We had a young team and are still young in pitching.”

The opening part of the season has generally been positive for Liberty. The Lions opened with a pair of close losses, falling 4-3 to Cal High and 4-1 to Redwood. That was followed up with a fourgame winning streak, in which the young pitching staff recorded two shutouts.

Liberty fell 3-1 to Bear Creek and 7-3 to Acalanes but bounced back with a 14-4 win over Soledad on March 12.

Lonsdale was left encouraged by the 5-4 start. He said that the losses generally came against good teams and were games that Liberty had a chance to win.

Conversely, he said he didn’t feel especially lucky to have any of the five wins.

The game against Soledad was the last for the Lions until their Bay Valley Athletic League opener, which was played at Deer Valley on Tuesday, March 22. But two days before the game with the Wolverines, Lonsdale was encouraged.

“With league starting up next week, I’m looking forward to us getting into a groove,” he said. With some consistency, I think we’ve got a good chance to make some noise in the league.”

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The Lions are 6-4 and 1-0 in league play this season. less what happened. Liberty got off to a strong start, scoring twice in the top of the first inning, once more in the third inning and three times in the fifth to open up a 6-0 lead. The Wolverines responded, scoring twice in the fifth and once more in the sixth to cut the deficit to 6-3. But the game would get no closer. The Lions moved to 1-0 in league play and 6-4 overall.

Lonsdale has been encouraged by the pitching of sophomore Cole Ehrhorn and junior David Roberts. Lonsdale called junior infielder and catcher Nick Goff (who also closes for the Lions), the team’s most

consistent early-season hitter. He also lauded the performances of junior outfielder Evan Matienzo and sophomore third baseman Michael Baker, who both also pitch.

“We have a really good group of kids -- and great parents and families,” Lonsdale said. “They’ve been putting in the work all season. In the weight room all fall and winter. I’m trying to do my best to give them the best opportunity to fulfill their goals and dreams this season.”

One of the goals of the team is to win the BVAL. As Lonsdale put it, “We’re not

lacing it up to go .500.”

But he also knows that a record just above .500 could prove to be the winning total.

“It’s the most balanced league this year,” Lonsdale said. “There’s no easy walkover and I don’t know if there’s a runaway team. I could see 7-3 or 6-4 win league. We should be right there in the mix to challenge everyone in the league every day that we’re out there.”

One of the things that’s helped the Lions is getting to play a normal nonleague schedule. Lonsdale’s first season was 2020, which was canceled shortly after it began. The 2021 season was better, but featured nothing but league games.

Also, since all sports were played during the spring, it led to some double-booking.

“It’s been great,” the coach said.

“Our first couple non-league games were the first time some of these guys had the chance to play a non-BVAL opponent since freshman or sophomore seasons.

Kids this age don’t even remember what that’s like, especially if it wasn’t varsity.

It’s been great to see other NCS teams outside of the league. Plus last year, kids were doing two sports at the same time.”

Beyond winning league and making the North Coast Section playoffs, Lonsdale hopes to help the kids in the program better situate themselves for what happens after high school -- regardless of whether those plans include baseball.

“Obviously, we want to make sure every kid graduates and make sure they’re academically set,” he said. “On the field, we want to help them get better; hopefully, get them to play at the next level if that’s what they want or get them prepared for the next step.”

Patriots volleyball goes 3-1 in Stockton Classic

By Michael Dixon Staff Writer

After the Heritage High boys volleyball team started its season at 2-0, coach Janet Hannigan was encouraged.

But she also knew that since the first two games weren’t against the strongest of opponents, the young team still had a lot of questions surrounding it.

The Stockton Classic, held on Saturday, March 19, answered those questions in a generally positive way.

The Patriots started slow, dropping the first set of their tournament-opening match against Sierra 25-27.

Things got better from there. They evened the match with a 25-21 victory in the second set and, with a 15-8 third-set victory, clinched a win in the first match of the tournament. Heritage then had 2-0 wins against Mountain House (25-12, 25-20) and Fresno Christian (29-27, 25-21).

In their final match of the tournament, the Patriots were matched up with an undefeated Ripon Christian team. The Patriots opened with a 25-22 win. Ripon Christian bounced back 25-23 in the second set and 15-8

in the third and final set to win the match. But the loss in the first set was the only one the Knights have had in an otherwise dominant season.

Heritage’s top player of the tournament was senior Jake Palmer. And it was a social media post from his mother afterward that struck Hannigan.

“Jake’s mom posted that it was a great team win,” Hannigan said. “Even though her son was outstanding, it was truly a team win. They had a positive attitude.

Nobody was hanging their heads, as I’ve seen in the past when they’d be down on themselves if things weren’t going how they wanted. It started that way but we were able to keep it calm and talk them through it. I reminded them to stay calm and focused.”

One impressive aspect in particular of the final match wasn’t just winning the opening set, but how little rest the Patriots had. Four matches in a day will always be tiresome. But since last year’s season included no tournament play, most of the players have not had to deal with it in more than two years.

Additionally, some Patriots barely got any rest, missing no more than a handful of points.

“I knew they were already tired during the Fresno Christian match and they expended a lot,” Hannigan said. Then they had to turn around and start the final match three minutes later. They were exhausted when it was over. Some kids just didn’t come off of the court.

Everyone played -- but some people got more than others.

My setter came off for like 10 points the whole day.”

While Palmer was Heritage’s top player of the tournament, the Patriots got strong performances from other players. Hannigan, in particular, cited the strong play of sophomore Demetrios Basa and junior AJ Ray. She also praised the play of senior Marcello Santoleri, who came through with some critical kills for Heritage and, during a tight part of the match with Fresno Christian, had three consecutive aces to give the Patriots the momentum.

Hannigan also came away impressed with the team’s passing and setting, particularly from sophomore setter Christian Basa.

“The setting improved,” Hannigan said. “And our setter was feeling more confident in himself.” see Classic page 13A

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Delta Breeze go 3-5 last weekend Lacrosse games graced the fields of Freedom High School for the first time ever last weekend.

In total nine games were played by the Delta Breeze boys and girls teams. On Saturday, against Skyline, the Breeze results were: The boys 8U team lost 13-7, the girls 10U team lost 26-5, the boys 10U won 8-6, the boys 12U team won 12-2 and the boys 14U team lost 13-1. On Sunday, against Lamorinda, the boys 10U team lost 6-5, the boys 12U squad won 11-5 and the boys 14U team lost 8-7.

The boys 8U players this weekend included: Wyatt Caraway, Caleb Geiser, Jax Johnson, Declan Salazar and Callahan Veach. Boys 10U players included: Jack Geis, Jax Apodaca, Asher and Eden Bosco, Logan and Wyatt Caraway, Joshua Dorsey, Nigel Green, Ryder Mayorga, and Callahan Veach. Boys 12U players included: Bassar Allah-Selvin, Jax

Apodaca, Jared Cabico, Logan Caraway, Joshua Dorsey, Keegan Falgot, Clayton Geiser, Nigel Green, Shane Hamilton, Kyle Caden, Ethan Lind, Devan Pryor, Noah Shappet, Preston Sprague, Vincent Stephenson, and London Webb-Allender.

Boys 14U players included: Basir AllahSelvin, Mason Beck, Luke Brown, Jared Cabico, Logan Caraway, Luke Geis, Clayton Geiser, Nigel Green, Hamilton Shane, Harrison Johns, Kyle Caden, Ethan Lind, Evan Lopez, Garner Plumplee, Nolan Pryor, Jaxon Salaar, Noah Shappet, Preston Sprague, Vincent Stephenson, and London Webb-Allender.

The Girls 10U team had success with goals from Mariah Saldana and defensive moves from Sophia Pistello. New player Julianna Kellogg dominated Saturday’s game with multiple goals against Oakland Skyline. Although the 10U team suffered two losses over the week-

Classic from page 12A “If you were to draw from comments parents were making -- seeing individual players grow -- there was talk of that,” she added. “A sophomore parent, Titan Smallwood’s dad, said ‘I’ve coached him for years. I can’t believe how much you’ve gotten out of him already.’ It’s different. They’re playing at a higher level and have a lofty

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goal. There’s a lot of individual growth.”

Heritage Athletic Director Nate Smith could not be at the tournament in Stockton but was receiving updates from Hannigan after every match so he could update the school’s social media accounts.

When Hannigan told Smith about the Patriots winning the first match, both agreed that the slow start to

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deputies, who retreated to a safe distance away from the residence to set up a perimeter, officials said.

A short while later, as other deputies and Oakley police officers arrived at the scene, the man came out of the residence with the weapon, leading to the fatal encounter, authorities said.

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can be accomplished through collaboration,” said Contra Costa Transportation Authority Board Chair Chris Kelley.

“But just as important, this bridge is designed with the future in mind, and could accommodate potential future autonomous shuttles as well as bicycles and pedestrians to help local residents get where they need to go.”

Once completed, the bridge will span 850 feet. With a width of 16 feet, it will be able to accommodate cyclists and pedestrians, along with the future possibility of autonomous shuttles. The structure will also comply with Americans with Disabilities Act standards to make sure all residents can use it, officials said.

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tice was contacted and declined to participate in the investigation because Jones’ weapon is considered a deadly weapon, officials said.

Anyone with information on this incident is asked to contact the Sheriff’s Office Investigation Division at 925-3132600 or through Sheriff’s Office dispatch at 925-646-2441. For any tips, email: tips@so.cccounty.us or call (866) 8463592 to leave an anonymous voice message.

To view a slideshow, visit www.thepress. net/multimedia/slideshows other point of access to the proposed Innovation Center and a planned Brentwood Transit Center.

The proposed Innovation Center encompasses more than 200 undeveloped acres along the Highway 4 Bypass between Old Sand Creek Road and Lone Tree Way, intended for future job-oriented development.

“Brentwood is a phenomenal location in proximity to Bay Area economic centers and gems of outdoor recreation,” said Brentwood Mayor Joel Bryant. “This overcrossing represents the first stage in a vision for Brentwood centered around easy access to the greater Bay Area. Creating options for residents and visitors to travel to and around Brentwood is central to that vision.”

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Sixth-grader Vishvak Gurran bested his grade level, reciting 380 digits .Any student who was able to recite 20 digits of pi received a slice of pie, courtesy of Oakley’s Black Bear Diner.

part of the larger Mokelumne Coast to Crest Trail that will, when completed, connect six counties across California from the East Bay to the Sierra Nevada.

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mayor is one of the greatest honors of my life and I am sorry if I have embarrassed you in any way. You have my full commitment that I will grow and learn from this moment and continue to work diligently on behalf of the residents of Antioch. Thank you for listening, and have a wonderful day.”

Thorpe’s video statement can be viewed at https://bit.ly/3CYgXDi. Since his arrest, Antioch city councilwoman Lori Ogorchock reportedly released a statement calling for his resignation while other councilmembers reportedly have supported Thorpe.

Also, some Antioch residents reportedly have renewed their efforts in recalling the mayor that started last December.

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Art of Realization: a personal reflection Editor’s note: This is a personal reflection piece written by Brentwood resident Danielle Redmond.

Redmond’s brother Matthew was accused of killing Marta Redmond, mother to both Danielle and Matthew, in 2018. Matthew was committed to the Department of State Hospitals for a term of 15 years to life in 2020 after accepting a deal in which he pleaded guilty to seconddegree murder by reason of insanity.

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It seemed there was always some sort of chaos that would mass the family, it was challenging because Lucas had prader willi syndrome which in turn led him to needing 24/7 care. Unfortunately for him, that care wasn’t enough because in October 2021 the family experienced his heart attack only inches away from where their mother was found deceased. Now there were only two active members of the Redmond household and only one showed true emotions while

the other seemed to mask his pain as much as he could as some fathers do. While Danielle began having extreme repressed memories of her childhood and from the timing her mother was taken from this world she was pleading for someone to listen and it became apparent everyone was trying to help her and her twin brother all along.

Inspired to continue to live she found gratitude and a sense of healing through art and music which in turn showed her how powerful life could be. Noticing that the people around her were in all actuality concerned of her safety she found creative ways which made people listen since she wanted to give her mother the justice that was deserved. It seemed to have a full circle effect and proved that having a strong community with great law enforcement, incredibly caring neighbors, church, and friends that it is always possible to continue living life in even the worst, unimaginable situations.

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Manage your return-to-office stress with these 5 tips As COVID-19 pandemic restrictions ease, many workers are heading back into the office after working remotely.

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FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-2022-0001096 The name of the business(es): Beauty Marks Located at: 3850 Balfour Road Suite L106 In: Brentwood, CA 94513, is hereby registered by the following owner(s): Rocci Russo. 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: Rocci Russo, Owner. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: February 23, 2022 by Deputy Clerk Expires 02/22/2027 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 Publish Dates: March 4, 11, 18, 25, 2022

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-2022-0001427 The name of the business: Gas n Save Located at: 1541 E. Cypress Road In: Oakley, CA 94561, is hereby registered by the following owner(s): Thind Brothers of Oakley, Inc. This business is conducted by: a Corporation, State of Incorporation: CA. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on 03/01/2022.

Signature of registrant: Tarlok Singh Thind, President. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: 03/08/2022

by Deputy Clerk Expires 03/07/2027 Oakley Press No. 03-0477 Publish Dates: March 18, 25, April 1, 8, 2022

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-2022-0001144 The name of the business(es): Peak Performance Systems Located at: 4905 Chism Way In: Antioch, CA 94531, is hereby registered by the following owner(s): Austin Horgan. 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: Austin Horgan, Individual.

This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: February 24, 2022 by Deputy Clerk Expires 2/23/2027 Antioch Press No. 06-1617 87746 Publish dates: March 18, 25, April 1, 8, 2022.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-2022-0000991 The name of the business(es): Himalayan Tax Service Located at: 985 36th Street In: Richmond, CA 94805, is hereby registered by the following owner(s): Marley Dong. 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: Marley Dong, Individual. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: February 17, 2022 by Deputy Clerk Expires 2/16/2027 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273.

Publish Dates: March 4, 11, 18, 25, 2022

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-2022-0000914 The name of the business(es): Skin Botanica Located at: 3600 Mosswood Drive In: Oakley, CA 94561, is hereby registered by the following owner(s): Botanica Services, LLC. This business is conducted by: a Limited Liability Company, State of Organization: CA. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on N/A . Signature of registrant: Brianna Clabourne, President.

This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: 02/14/2022 by Deputy Clerk Expires 02/13/2027 Oakley Press No. 03-0477 Publish Dates: March 11, 18, 25, April 1, 2022

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-2022-0001368 The name of the business(es): Chu Chu Comics Located at: 43 Arbor Spg. Lane In: Pacheco CA 94553, is hereby registered by the following owner(s): Eric Yuen Chu. This business is conducted by: an Individual. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on 01/01/2021. Signature of registrant: Eric Chu, Owner.

This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: 03/04/2022 by Deputy Clerk Expires 03/03/2027 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 Publish Dates: March 18, 25, April 1, 8, 2022

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-2022-0001008 The name of the business(es): Red Cactus Barn Located at: 3681 Holmes Road In: Oakley, CA 94561, is hereby registered by the following owner(s): 1. Amelita T. Toleyos, 2. Joyselito A. Toleyos. This business is conducted by: a Married Couple. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on N/A. Signature of registrant: Amelita T. Toleyos. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: 02/17/2022 by Deputy Clerk Expires 2/16/2027 Oakley Press No. 03-0477 Publish Dates: March 18, 25, April 1, 8, 2022

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): APRIL F. MCKAY, NOT STATED Recorded: 8/10/2006 as Instrument No. 2006-0254021-00 of Official Records in the office of the Recorder of CONTRA COSTA County, California; Date of Sale: 4/12/2022 at 9:00 AM Place of Sale: At the Pleasant Hill Community Center, located at 320 Civic Drive, Pleasant Hill, CA 94523.

In the Auction.com Room Amount of unpaid balance and other charges: $966,115.90 The purported property address is: 4103 MOUNT ISABEL ROAD, ANTIOCH, CA 94531 Assessor’s Parcel No.: 055-650-009 NOTICE TO POTENTIAL BIDDERS: If you are considering bidding on this property lien, you should understand that there are risks involved in bidding at a trustee auction. You will be bidding on a lien, not on the property itself. Placing the highest bid at a trustee auction does not automatically entitle you to free and clear ownership of the property. You should also be aware that the lien being auctioned off may be a junior lien. If you are the highest bidder at the auction, you are or may be responsible for paying off all liens senior to the lien being auctioned off, before you can receive clear title to the property. You are encouraged to investigate the existence, priority, and size of outstanding liens that may exist on this property by contacting the county recorder’s office or a title insurance company, either of which may charge you a fee for this information. If you consult either of these resources, you should be aware that the same lender may hold more than one mortgage or deed of trust on the property.

NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER: The sale date shown on this notice of sale may be postponed one or more times by the mortgagee, beneficiary, trustee, or a court, pursuant to Section 2924g of the California Civil Code. The law requires that information about trustee sale postponements be made available to you and to the public, as a courtesy to those not present at the sale. If you wish to learn whether your sale date has been postponed, and, if applicable, the rescheduled time and date for the sale of this property, you may call 800-280-2832 for information regarding the trustee’s sale or visit this internet website http://www.qualityloan.com, using the file number assigned to this foreclosure by the Trustee: CA19-866377-AB. Information about postponements that are very short in duration or that occur close in time to the scheduled sale may not immediately be reflected in the telephone information or on the internet website. The best way to verify postponement information is to attend the scheduled sale. NOTICE TO TENANT: You may have a right to purchase this property after the trustee auction pursuant to Section 2924m of the California Civil Code.

If you are an “eligible tenant buyer,” you can purchase the property if you match the last and highest bid placed at the trustee auction. If you are an “eligible bidder,” you may be able to purchase the property if you exceed the last and highest bid placed at the trustee auction. There are three steps to exercising this right of purchase. First, 48 hours af-

ter the date of the trustee sale, you can call 800-280-2832, or visit this internet website http://www.qualityloan.com, using the file number assigned to this foreclosure by the Trustee: CA-19-866377-AB to find the date on which the trustee’s sale was held, the amount of the last and highest bid, and the address of the trustee. Second, you must send a written notice of intent to place a bid so that the trustee receives it no more than 15 days after the trustee’s sale. Third, you must submit a bid so that the trustee receives it no more than 45 days after the trustee’s sale. If you think you may qualify as an “eligible tenant buyer” or “eligible bidder,” you should consider contacting an attorney or appropriate real estate professional immediately for advice regarding this potential right to purchase. 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, directions to the location of the property may be obtained by sending a written request to the beneficiary within 10 days of the date of first publication of this Notice of Sale. If the sale is set aside for any reason, including if the Trustee is unable to convey title, the Purchaser at the sale shall be entitled only to a return of the monies paid to the Trustee. This shall be the Purchaser’s sole and exclusive remedy. The purchaser shall have no further recourse against the Trustor, the Trustee, the Beneficiary, the Beneficiary’s Agent, or the Beneficiary’s Attorney. 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 holders right’s against the real property only. Date: Quality Loan Service Corporation 2763 Camino Del Rio S San Diego, CA 92108 619-645-7711 For NON SALE information only Sale Line: 800-280-2832 Or Login to: http://www.qualityloan.com Reinstatement Line: (866) 645-7711 Ext 5318 Quality Loan Service Corp.

TS No.: CA-19-866377-AB IDSPub #0177031 3/18/2022 3/25/2022 4/1/2022. Antioch Press No. 061617 87678 Publish Dates: March 18, 25, April 1, 2022.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-2022-0000713 The name of the business(es): KAFT Coaching Located at: 50 Clearbrook Rd Antioch, CA 94509 In: Antioch, CA 94509, is hereby registered by the following owner(s): Karen Adriana Flores Tinajero. This business is conducted by: an Individual. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on 04/01/2021. Signature of registrant: Karen A Flores Tinajero-Owner. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: 02/04/2022 by Deputy Clerk Expires 02/03/2027 Antioch Press No. 06-1617 Publish Dates: March 4, 11, 18, 25, 2022

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-2022-0001067 The name of the business(es): Luster Up Promotional Products Located at: 2424 Imperial Court In: Discovery Bay, CA 94505, is hereby registered by the following owner(s): Grow Profits Marketing LLC This business is conducted by: a A Limited Liability Company, State of Organization: CA. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on N/A. Signature of registrant: Deborah Bondoc, Managing Member. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: 02/22/2022 by Deputy FICTITIOUS BUSINESS Clerk Expires 02/21/2027 Brentwood NAME STATEMENT Press No. 02-1273 File No. F-2022-0001136 The name of Publish Dates: March 11, 18, 25, the business(es): GANABA Located April 1, 2022 at: 5100 Vista Grande In: Antioch, CA 94531, is hereby registered by the FICTITIOUS BUSINESS following owner(s): Wilhemina A. NAME STATEMENT Nkwocha. This business is conducted File No. F-2022-0000851 The name by: An Individual. The registrant of the business(es): THE FACTORY commenced to transact business Located at: 961 Garcia Ave #G In: Pittsunder the fictitious business name burg, CA 94565, is hereby registered by or names listed above on 1/31/2022. the following owner(s): Shaun Smith.

Signature of registrant: Wilhemina This business is conducted by: an IndiArthur Nkwocha. This statement was vidual. The registrant commenced to filed with the County Clerk of Contra transact business under the fictitious Costa County on: January 31, 2022 business name or names listed above

by Deputy Clerk Expires 1/30/2027 on N/A. Signature of registrant: Shaun Antioch Press No. 06-1617 Publish Smith, Owner. This statement was filed Dates: March 11, 18, 25, April 1, with the County Clerk of Contra Costa 2022.

County on: 02/10/2022 by Deputy Publish Dates: March 11, 18, 25, Clerk Expires 02/09/2027 Brentwood April 1, 2022 Press No. 02-1273 Publish Dates: March 4, 11, 18, 25, FICTITIOUS BUSINESS 2022 NAME STATEMENT File No. F-2022-0000938 The name FICTITIOUS BUSINESS of the business(es): Crystalita LLC NAME STATEMENT Located at: 2145 Bridgeport Loop File No. F-2022-0001236 The name In: Discovery Bay, CA 94505, is of the business(es): Nationwide hereby registered by the following Land Hub Located at: 136 Sheridan owner(s): Crystalita. This business Ln In: Martinez, CA 94553, is hereby is conducted by: a Limited Liability registered by the following owner(s): Company, State of Organization: Cal- A Fruitful Biz, Inc. This business is ifornia. The registrant commenced conducted by: a Corporation, State to transact business under the ficti- of Incorporation: CA. The registrant tious business name or names listed commenced to transact business unabove on N/A. Signature of regis- der the fictitious business name or trant: Crystal Bobadilla, Manager. names listed above on 02/01/2022.

This statement was filed with the Signature of registrant: Lori Balogh, County Clerk of Contra Costa County President. This statement was filed on: 02/15/2022 by Deputy Clerk Ex- with the County Clerk of Contra Costa pires 02/14/2027 Brentwood Press County on: 02/28/2022 by Deputy No. 02-1273 Clerk Expires 02/27/2027 Brentwood Publish Dates: March 4, 11, 18, 25, Press No. 02-1273 2022 Publish Dates: March 11, 18, 25, April 1, 2022 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FICTITIOUS BUSINESS File No. F-2022-0001673 The name NAME STATEMENT of the business(es): M. Mayfield File No. F-2002-0000876 The name Signing Services Located at: 10 of the business(es): Changes FitAmbrosia Way In: Bay Point, CA ness Lab Located at: 2200 John 94565, is hereby registered by the Muir Parkway #242 In: Hercules, CA following owner(s): Melissa Dale 94547, is hereby registered by the Mayfield. This business is conducted following owner(s): Rachel Stinar. by: An Individual. The registrant This business is conducted by: an Incommenced to transact business un- dividual. The registrant commenced der the fictitious business name or to transact business under the fictinames listed above on 03/21/2022. tious business name or names listed Signature of registrant: Melissa D. above on N/A. Signature of regisMayfield, Owner. This statement trant: Rachel Stinar. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: 03/21/2022 Contra Costa County on: 02/11/2022

by Deputy Clerk Expires 03/21/2027 by Deputy Clerk Expires 02/10/2027 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 Publish Dates: March 25, April 1, 8, Publish Dates: March 4, 11, 18, 25, 15, 2022 2022

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-2022-0000908 The name of the business(es): Carrie Dina Quilting Located at: 577 Eileen Street In: Brentwood, CA 94513, is hereby registered by the following owner(s): Carrie Dina Howe. 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: CARRIE DINA HOWE, Owner. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: 02/14/2022 by Deputy Clerk Expires 02/13/2027 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 Publish Dates: March 4, 11, 18, 25, 2022 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-2022-0000899 The name of the business(es): Hani The Realtor Located at: 2603 Camino Ramon, Suite 200 In: San Ramon, CA 94583, is hereby registered by the following owner(s): Hani Jazayrli. This business is conducted by: an Individual. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on 01/01/2022.

Signature of registrant: Hani Jazayrli. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: 02/14/2022 by Deputy Clerk Expires 02/13/2027 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 Publish Dates: March 4, 11, 18, 25, 2022

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-2022-0001027 The name of the business(es): La Gloria Located at: 2213 Ventnor Ln In: Oakley, CA 94561, is hereby registered by the following owner(s): Jazmin Garcia, Veronica Garcia Ortiz, Valentin Garcia, Zoraya Garcia, Francisco Garcia.

This business is conducted by: a Joint Venture. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on N/A. Signature of registrant: Jazmin Garcia, Owner. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: 02/18/2022

by Deputy Clerk Expires 02/17/2027 Oakley Press No. 03-0477 Publish Dates: March 4, 11, 18, 25, 2022

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-2022-0001496 The name of the business: E3 Realty Located at: 2157 Country Hills Drive, Suite 206 In: Antioch, CA 94509, is hereby registered by the following owner(s): E3 Realty Inc. This business is conducted by: A Corporation, State of Incorporation: California.

The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on N/A. Signature of registrant: Ryan Evanson, CFO. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: March 10, 2022 by Deputy Clerk Expires 3/9/2027 Antioch Press No. 06-1617 87755 Publish dates: March 18, 25, April 1, 8, 2022.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-2022-0001497 The name of the business(es): 1. E3 Realty & Loans 2. E3 Loans 3. E3 Home Loans 4. E3 Financial Services Located at: 2157 Country Hills Drive, Suite 206 In: Antioch, CA 94509, is hereby registered by the following owner(s): CRMS Realty And Loans, Inc. This business is conducted by: A Corporation, State of Incorporation: California. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on 5/9/2018.

Signature of registrant: Ryan Evanson, CFO. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: March 10, 2022

by Deputy Clerk Expires 3/9/2027 Antioch Press No. 06-1617 87756 Publish dates: March 18, 25, April 1, 8, 2022.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-2022-0001503 The name of the business: G.Q. Motors LLC Located at: 2307 Mandarin Way In: Antioch, CA 94509, is hereby registered by the following owner(s): G.Q. Motors LLC. This business is conducted by: A Limited Liability Company, State of Organization: CA. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on N/A. Signature of registrant: Adan Granados, CEO. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: March 11, 2022

by Deputy Clerk Expires 3/10/2027 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS Antioch Press No. 06-1617 87784 NAME STATEMENT Publish dates: March 25, April 1, 8, File No. F-2022-0001034 The name 15, 2022. of the business(es): Maximus Martial Arts Academy Located at: NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE 4389 Hillcrest Ave In: Antioch, CA TS No. CA-19-866377-AB Order 94531, is hereby registered by the No.: 191055921 YOU ARE IN DEfollowing owner(s): Guila’s Hawn. FAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST Kaju-Kickboxing, Inc. This business is DATED 8/8/2006. UNLESS YOU TAKE conducted by: A Corporation, State ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPof Incorporation: California. The ERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC registrant commenced to transact SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION business under the fictitious busi- OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDness name or names listed above on ING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD N/A. Signature of registrant: Dennis CONTACT A LAWYER. A public aucGuila, President. This statement was tion sale to the highest bidder for filed with the County Clerk of Contra cash, cashier’s check drawn on a Costa County on: February 18, 2022 state or national bank, check drawn

by Deputy Clerk Expires 2/17/2027 by state or federal credit union, or Antioch Press No. 06-1617 87680 a check drawn by a state or fedPublish dates: March 4, 11, 18, 25, eral savings and loan association, 2022. or savings association, or savings

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-2022-0001136 The name of the business: Hands 4 Hire Virtual Assistant Located at: 909 Legacy Street In: Brentwood, CA 94513, is hereby registered by the following owner: Mary Smith. This business is conducted by: An Individual. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on 1/1/2022. Signature of registrant: Mary Smith. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: February 24, 2022 by Deputy Clerk Expires 2/23/2027 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 87714 Publish dates: March 11, 18, 25, April 1, 2022.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-2022-0001166 The name of the business(es): 1. East County Revolution Football Club 2. EC Revolution FC Located at: 415 Beatrice Court - Suite D In: Brentwood, CA 94513, is hereby registered by the following owner(s): East Diablo Youth Soccer League. This business is conducted by: A Corporation, State of Incorporation: California. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on N/A. Signature of registrant: Nicole J Farrar, Manager. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: February 24, 2022 by Deputy Clerk Expires 2/3/2027 Brentwood Press No. 021273 87683 Publish dates: March 4, 11, 18, 25, 2022.

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FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-2022-0001193 The name of the business(es): Saadhuu Truck & Auto Repair Road Service Located at: 251 Cloverbrook Circle In: Pittsburg, CA 94565, is hereby registered by the following owner(s): Harpal Singh Mahal. This business is conducted by: An Individual. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on 1/1/2022. Signature of registrant: Harpal Singh Mahal. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: February 25, 2022 by Deputy Clerk Expires 2/24/2027 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 87687 Publish dates: March 4, 11, 18, 25, 2022.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-2022-0001295 The name of the business(es): D’s Kustoms Auto Repair Located at: 2250 Freed Way #NC In: Pittsburg, CA 94565, is hereby registered by the following owner(s): Emelyn Gildo. This business is conducted by: An Individual. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on March 14, 2019. Signature of registrant: Emelyn Gildo. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: March 1, 2022

by Deputy Clerk Expires 2/28/2027 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 87767 Publish dates: March 25, April 1, 8, 15, 2022.

LIEN SALE NOTICE Notice is hereby given pursuant to Section 3071 of the Civil Code of the State of California, the undersigned, Oliver’s Tow, Inc., 2800 Radiant Ave., Richmond, CA, 94801, will conduct a public sale on April 8, 2022, at 10:00 a.m. on the following vehicle: 2015 Ford, VIN #: 3FA6P0H99FR144587, CA License Plate: 7JHP789. Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 87781 Publish Dates: March 25, 2022.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-2022-0001518 The name of the business(es): Julians Tree Service Located at: 120 William Wy In: Pittsburg, CA 94565, is hereby registered by the following owner(s): Julian Felix Medina. This business is conducted by: An Individual. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on 5/13/2019. Signature of registrant: Julian Felix Medina.

This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: March 11, 2022 by Deputy Clerk Expires 3/10/2027 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 87747 Publish dates: March 18, 25, April 1, 8, 2022.

on any settlement or arbitration award of $10,000 or more in a civil case. The court’s lien must be paid before the court will dismiss the case. ¡AVISO! Lo han demandado.

Si no responde dentro de 30 días, la corte puede decidir en su contra sin escuchar su versión. Lea la información a continuación. Tiene 30 DÍAS DE CALENDARIO después de que le entreguen esta citación y papeles legales para presentar una respuesta por escrito en esta corte y hacer que se entregue una copia al demandante. Una carta o una llamada telefónica no lo protegen.

Su respuesta por escrito tiene que estar en formato legal correcto si desea que procesen su caso en la corte. Es posible que haya un formulario que usted pueda usar para su respuesta. Puede encontrar estos formularios de la corte y más información en el Centro de Ayuda de las Cortes de California (www.sucorte. ca.gov), en la biblioteca de leyes de su condado o en la corte que le quede más cerca. Si no puede pagar la cuota de presentación, pida al secretario de la corte que le dé un formulario de exención de pago de cuotas. Si no presenta su respuesta a tiempo, puede perder el caso por incumplimiento y la corte le podrá quitar su sueldo, dinero y bienes sin más advertencia. Hay otros requisitos legales. Es recomendable que llame a un abogado inmediatamente. Si no conoce a un abogado, puede llamar a un servicio de remisión a abogados. Si no puede pagar a un abogado, es posible que cumpla con los requisitos para obtener servicios legales gratuitos de un programa de servicios legales sin fines de lucro. Puede encontrar estos grupos sin fines de lucro en el sitio web de California Legal Services, (www.lawhelpcalifornia. org), en el Centro de Ayuda de las Cortes de California, (www.sucorte. ca.gov) o poniéndose en contacto con la corte o el colegio de abogados locales. AVISO: Por ley, la corte tiene derecho a reclamar las cuotas y los costos exentos por imponer un gravamen sobre cualquier recuperación de $10,000 ó más de valor recibida mediante un acuerdo o una concesión de arbitraje en un caso de derecho civil. Tiene que pagar el gravamen de la corte antes de que la corte pueda desechar el caso. The name and address of the court is: (El nombre y dirección de la corte es): SANTRA BARBARA COUNTY SUPERIOR COURT, 1100 ANACAPA STREET, SANTA BARBARA, CA 93101.

The name, address, and telephone number of plaintiff’s attorney, or plaintiff without an attorney, is: (El nombre, la dirección y el número de teléfono del abogado del demandante, o del demandante que no tiene abogado, es): MICHAEL GILSON, 2409 CALLE LINARES, SANTA BARBARA, CA 93101.

DATE (Fecha): 9/1/2021 Clerk, by (Secretario): Elizabeth Spann, Deputy (Adjunto) NOTICE TO THE PERSON SERVED: You are served - Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 87713 Publish Dates: March 11, 18, 25, April 1, 2022.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-2022-0001309 The name of the business(es): Shark Tank Fitness & Athletics Located at: 4581 Teakwood Ct In: Oakley, CA 94561, is hereby registered by the following owner(s): Alexis Zaffino. 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: Alexis Zaffino. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: March 2, 2022 by Deputy Clerk Expires 03/01/2027 Oakley Press No. 03-0477 87722 Publish dates: March 18, 25, April 1, 8, 2022.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-2022-0001197 The name of the business(es): CAFE CADDIE Located at: 3000 DANVILLE BLVD. #F In: ALAMO, CA 94507, is hereby registered by the following owner(s): HIDDEN TREASURES BY KDW INC. This business is conducted by: A Corporation, State of Incorporation: CA. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on N/A. Signature of registrant: STEVEN WEINER, PRESIDENT. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: February 25, 2022 by Deputy Clerk Expires 2/24/2027 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 87674 Publish dates: March 4,11,18, 25, 2022.

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. Any person objecting to the name changes described above must file a written objection that includes the reasons for the objection at least two court days before the matter is scheduled to be heard and must appear at the hearing to show cause why the petition should not be granted. If no written objection is timely filed, the court may grant the petition without a hearing. NOTICE OF HEARING a.

Date: 05/02/2022 Time: 9:00 a.m.

Dept.: 30 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: 2/23/2022 Judge of the Superior Court Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 87710 Publish Dates: March 11, 18, 25, April 1, 2022.

NOTICE OF LIEN SALE Live Oak Storage,1315 Main Street Oakley, CA 94561, has possessory lien on all of the goods stored in the prospective units below. #1004 and #2025 Robert Gomez, #3038, #3039, #3047, #114, and #3027 Michael Brown, #65 Richard Rangel, #375, #911, and #927 Melinda Lowry, #429 Michael & Chandra Williams, #723 Zachary Beiswanger, #903 Jay Hines, and #942 Andrew Simpson.

The goods are described as furniture, tools and miscellaneous personal property items being sold pursuant to the assertion of the lien on April 7th, 2022 at 10:30am. In order to collect the amounts due from you. The sale will take place at 1315 Main Street, Oakley, CA 94561 County of Contra Costa state of California.

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Sale is subject to prior cancellation, in the event of settlement between owner and obligated party. Oakley Press No. 03-0477 87778 Publish Dates: March 25, April 1, 2022.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-2022-0001224 The name of the business(es): Jason H Consultant Located at: 11 Cindy Pl. In: Brentwood, CA 94513, is hereby registered by the following owner(s): Chuntao Hsieh. This business is conducted by: An Individual. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on 2/1/2022. Signature of registrant: Chuntao Hsieh, Owner.

This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: February 28, 2022 by Deputy Clerk Expires 2/27/2027 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 87686 Publish dates: March 4, 11, 18, 25, 2022.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-2022-0001229 The name of the business(es): DETAILED PEST CONTOL, LLC Located at: 1140 SARANAP AVE In: WALNUT CREEK, CA 94595, is hereby registered by the following owner(s): DETAILED PEST CONTROL, LLC. This business is conducted by: A Limited Liability Company, State of Organization: CA. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on 5/13/2013. Signature of registrant: DARREN SANT, CEO. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: February 28, 2022. by Deputy Clerk Expires 2/27/2027 Brentwood Press No. 021273 87700 Publish dates: March 11, 18, 25 April 1, 2022.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-2022-0001268 The name of the business(es): Golden Eagle Transport Located at: 251 Cloverbrook Circle In: Pittsburg, CA 94565, is hereby registered by the following owner(s): HARPAL SINGH MAHAL. This business is conducted by: An Individual. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on 05/23/18.

Signature of registrant: HARPAL SINGH MAHAL. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: March 1, 2022

by Deputy Clerk Expires 2/28/2027 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 87759 Publish dates: March 25, April 1, 8, 15, 2022.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-2022-0001576 The name of the business(es): Lalita Customs Located at: 1351 Barbara Street In: Brentwood, CA 94513, is hereby registered by the following owner: Rigoberto Melara. 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: Rigoberto Melara, Individual.

This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: March 16, 2022 by Deputy Clerk Expires 3/15/2027 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 87787 Publish dates: March 25, April 1, 8, 15, 2022.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-2022-001401 The name of the business(es): EMERALD POINT MARINA Located at: 4234 WINDSWEEP RD In: BETHEL ISLAND, CA. 94511, is hereby registered by the following owner(s): ROCK CREEK AQUACULTURE INC. This business is conducted by: A Corporation, State of Incorporation: CA. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on N/A. Signature of registrant: WILLIAM HUEI LIANG CHANG, PRESIDENT. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: March 8, 2022 by Deputy Clerk Expires 3/7/2027 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 87766 Publish dates: March 25, April 1, 8, 15, 2022.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-2022-001437 The name of the business(es): Canciamilla Ranch Located at: 401 Eureka Ave. In: Brentwood, CA 94513, is hereby registered by the following owner(s): Canciamilla Ranch LLC. This business is conducted by: A Limited Liability Company, State of Incorporation: CA. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on 1/26/2021. Signature of registrant: Leonard Canciamilla, Manager.

This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: March 8, 2022 by Deputy Clerk Expires 3/7/2027 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 87760 Publish dates: March 25, April 1, 8, 15, 2022.

NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER ESTATE OF: Ludwig Letioa Leota, deceased CASE NUMBER P2200243 To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the will or estate, or both, of: Ludwig Letioa Leota, deceased. A Petition for Probate has been filed by: Gabriel Leota in the Superior Court of California, County of: CONTRA COSTA. The Petition for Probate requests that: Gabriel Leota be appointed as personal representative to administer the estate of the decedent. The petition requests authority to administer the estate under the Independent Administration of Estates Act. (This authority will allow the personal representative to take many actions without obtaining court approval.

Before taking certain very important actions, however, the personal representative will be required to give notice to interested persons unless they have waived notice or consented to the proposed action.)

The independent administration authority will be granted unless an interested person files an objection to the petition and shows good cause why the court should not grant the authority. A hearing on the petition will be held in this court as follows: a. Date: July 14, 2022 Time: 9:00 a.m. Dept: 30. b.

Address of court: 725 Court Street, Martinez, CA 94553. If you object to the granting of the petition, you should appear at the hearing and state your objections or file written objections with the court before the hearing. Your appearance may be in person or by your attorney. If you are a creditor or a contingent creditor of the decedent, you must file your claim with the court and mail a copy to the personal representative appointed by the court within the later of either (1) four months from the date of first issuance of letters a general personal representative as defined in section 58(b) of the California Probate Code, or (2) 60 days from the date of mailing or personal delivery to you of a notice under section 9052 of the California Probate Code. Other California statutes and legal authority may affect your rights as a creditor. You may want to consult with an attorney knowledgeable in California law. You may examine the file kept by the court. If you are a person interested in the estate, you may file with the court a Request for Special Notice (form DE-154) of the filing of an inventory and appraisal of estate assets or of any petition or account as provided in Probate Code section 1250. A Request for Special Notice form is available from the court clerk. Attorney for Petitioner: Christina Weed. 1990 N. California Blvd., Suite 1020, Walnut Creek, CA 94596.

925-390-3222. Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 87691 Publish Dates: March 11, 18, 25, 2022.\cs2 ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME PETITIONER OR ATTORNEY: Traci Ann Parent SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA, COUNTY OF CONTRA COSTA, 725 Court Street Martinez, CA 94553 PETITION OF: Traci Ann Parent CASE NUMBER: N22-0375 TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS: 1. Petitioner Traci Ann Parent filed a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows: Present Name: a. Traci Ann Parent to Proposed Name: Traci Ann Gibbons. 2. THE

STATEMENT OF ABANDONMENT OF USE OF FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME The following person(s) has abandoned the use of the fictitious business name E3 Realty at 3125 Clayton Road, Concord, CA 94519. The fictitious business name referred to above was filed in Contra Costa County on 7/10/2018 under File No. F-2018-0004235 (*1) CRMS Realty And Loans, Inc. 3125 Clayton Road, Concord, CA 94519 (**) This business was conducted by: A Corporation, State of Incorporation: California. Signature: Ryan Evanson, CFO. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: March 10, 2022 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 87745 Publish dates: March 18, 25, April 1, 8, 2022.

SUMMONS (CITACION JUDICIAL) CASE NUMBER (Número del Caso): 21CV03517 NOTICE TO DEFENDANT (AVISO AL DEMANDADO): Jensen McKean, Hugo Gutierrez, Albert Ineira-Angel, and DOES 1 to 10 YOU ARE BEING SUED BY PLAINTIFF (LO ESTÁ DEMANDANDO EL DEMANDANTE): Michael Gilson NOTICE! You have been sued. The court may decide against you without your being heard unless you respond within 30 days. Read the information below.

You have 30 CALENDAR DAYS after this summons and legal papers are served on you to file a written response at this court and have a copy served on the plaintiff. A letter or phone call will not protect you. Your written response must be in proper legal form if you want the court to hear your case. There may be a court form that you can use for your response. You can find these court forms and more information at the California Courts Online Self-Help Center (www.courtinfo. ca.gov/selfhelp), your county law library, or the courthouse nearest you. If you cannot pay the filing fee, ask the court clerk for a fee waiver form. If you do not file your response on time, you may lose the case by default, and your wages, money, and property may be taken without further warning from the court. There are other legal requirements. You may want to call an attorney right away. If you do not know an attorney, you may want to call an attorney referral service. If you cannot afford an attorney, you may be eligible for free legal services from a nonprofit legal services program. You can locate these nonprofit groups at the California Legal Services Web site (www.lawhelpcalifornia.org), the California Courts Online Self-Help Center (www.courtinfo.ca.gov/ selfhelp), or by contacting your local court or county bar association. NOTE: The court has a statutory lien for waived fees and costs

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-2022-0001060 The name of the business(es): 1. Bubbles Tea And Desserts 2. Bubbles Tea & Desserts 3. The Bubbles Tea And Dessert Located at: 846 Darigold Way In: Oakley, CA 94561, is hereby registered by the following owner(s): WMA Enterprise LLC. This business is conducted by: A Limited Liability Company, State of Organization: CA. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on N/A. Signature of registrant: Wilfredo Arillo, Managing Member. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: February 22, 2022 by Deputy Clerk Expires 2/21/2027 Oakley Press No. 03-0477 87750 Publish dates: March 18, 25, April, 1, 8, 2022.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-2022-0001536 The name of the business(es): Eric’s Chimney Sweep & Service Located at: 4202 Sequoia Dr. In: Oakley, CA 94561, is hereby registered by the following owner(s): ERIC WATKINS. 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: ERIC WATKINS. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: March 14, 2022 by Deputy Clerk Expires 3/13/2027 Oakley Press No. 03-0477 87768 Publish dates: March 25, April 1, 8, 15, 2022.

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As part of the storage lease, the facility offers 24-hour surveillance, a water dump station, a power wash station, power charging, propane, free ice and more.

Hayworth said the three most important values of the company are: “Customer satisfaction, delivering value and contributing exponentially to our customers’ experience of fun and enjoyment.”

The positive impact on the company’s customers and surrounding community is rippling outward as it creates a standard of sustainable growth and connection.

About the expected growth of the company over the next few years, Hayworth said: “When you are lucky enough to design, develop and deliver a business that offers exceptional customer satisfaction, growth comes to your door. “With the opening of Phase 3, our physical expansion is complete for now. Our growth for the future will be coming from our vision and focus, which is to continue improving our customers’ experience and delivering enjoyment and satisfaction.”

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Starting a search with online reviews can give you an idea if a mechanic’s customers have rolled away happy or not.

“In California, you need a license to cut nails and cut hair, but you don’t need a license to work on cars,” said Ted Curran, owner of Monkey Wrenches in Brentwood.

“So there are a lot of people out there working on cars who maybe shouldn’t be. You want to make sure they are trained and have experience and will be around for a while to back up their warranty. Do your research before you go in.”

Once you’ve found someone, it’s best to stick to the recommended maintenance schedule from your manufacturer. This can include a myriad services from tire pressure and fluid checks to oil changes.

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said Brian Cornelius, manager of Quick Lane of Brentwood. “You don’t change the oil, but you still have tire rotation, you still have filters, you do still have coolant to keep your batteries cool and running properly. So there is maintenance, but a traditional gas engine definitely has more.”

Tire pressure can be affected when temperatures warm during the spring, and East County’s bumpy country lanes can easily throw tires out of alignment. So experts recommend having those checked regularly.

The old warning that oil should be changed every 3,000 miles no longer applies. Curran said with the newer synthetic oils and synthetic blend oils, most cars can go 5,000 to 7,500 between changes.

One more tip as spring begins: make sure your coolant is ready for the hot weather.

“I would definitely have your coolant checked,” Cornelius said. “It’s called antifreeze, but it also prevents your car from overheating.”

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Recreational vehicles, or RVs, provide a taste of home away from home for millions of people every year. RV travel is a great way to experience the open road. RVs allow people to visit even the most remote locations without having to worry about finding food or lodging.

As welcoming as the interior of an RV can be, it’s also easy for first-time RV drivers to feel a little intimidated. RVs are the largest vehicles many people will ever operate, and even long-time drivers will likely need some time to adjust. That adjustment period can go smoothly if drivers take steps to grow more comfortable behind the wheel before embarking on their trips.

give a second thought to driving in reverse or navigating their way around parking lots. But such situations require some forethought, and even a little help, when driving an RV for the first time. A traveling companion can direct drivers into and out of parking spots until they grow more acclimated to operating an RV. ♦ Use leveling blocks. RV leveling blocks help RVs stay level when parked on sloped surfaces. The RV experts at TheRVGeeks. com note that RVs need to be level in order for equipment to work properly. That’s problematic if you park at a campsite with uneven ground. Even if equipment is functional when parked on marginally sloped surfaces, navigating your way through an RV parked on such ground is inconvenient if not annoying. Leveling blocks also can keep jacks from sinking into soft ground, making them an inexpensive, yet useful accessory, for any RV trip. ♦ Practice dumping your tanks. Drivers whose RVs have toilets will eventually need to dump their waste. Drivers should practice this in advance of their first trip so they are practiced when the time comes to do it on the road. Tutorials on YouTube can teach drivers how to dump their tanks. Drivers also can invest in a highly rated, thick sewer hose to avoid being sprayed with waste while out on the road.

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Auto insurance is something that most drivers have, but very few, if any, hope to use.

The Insurance Information Institute says auto insurance provides property, liability and medical coverage. Property coverage covers damage or replacement of the vehicle. Liability coverage

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Medical coverage pays for the cost of treating injuries, rehabilitation and sometimes even funeral expenses or lost wages. ♦ Compulsory vs. mandatory coverage Depending on where a policy holder lives, there are certain coverages that are compulsory, or mandatory coverages that are the minimum amounts required by law.

Optional coverages also can be purchased to suit one’s needs. Compulsory coverage may vary based on location, a driver’s age, type of vehicle, and type of financing on that vehicle.

It is best to discuss coverages with an automotive insurance agent to figure out which types of coverage will be needed and to get a price quote. The six basic kinds of coverage include: • bodily injury liability • personal injury protection • property damage liability

REMEMBER as a consumer, you have the right to take your vehicle to any shop, don’t let your insurance dictate where you take it.

• collision • comprehensive • uninsured and underinsured motorist coverage ♦ Premiums vary Insurance typically is sold with deductibles, according to the Insurance Information Institute. Policy holders may opt for higher deductibles so they can lower their premium costs. Additional factors that will affect the cost of coverage include a driver’s age, driving record and location where the vehicle is housed or used. Credit score and gender also may affect premiums. Defensive driving courses and protecting the vehicle with anti-theft devices may help lower premiums.

Auto insurance costs vary by a significant amount, so it is a good idea to shop around and compare quotes. Bundling of auto insurance with other policies, such as homeowners insurance or umbrella policies, may help reduce rates. ♦ Getting insurance To obtain an insurance policy, the agent will need the year, make and model of the vehicle being insured. For the most accurate price quote, the VIN number will be needed.

To buy auto insurance, one needs to be the registered owner of the car. Some states allow dependent and independent drivers to own a car in their own names at age 16 or 17. Some parents combine insurance coverage for their teenagers because the premiums may be cheaper. Teenagers tend to be riskier in the eyes of insurance companies due to their lack of experience and perceived recklessness. Those factors are reflected in premium costs.

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Studies conducted in the 1980s showed that higher gas prices increased the demand for smaller, more fuel-efficient vehicles. The same is holding true today, but instead of just fuel efficiency, many consumers are looking for hybrid or electric vehicles.

“Any time you get fuel prices like we have, people are after more efficient cars,” said Rob Brandt of Bill Brandt Ford in Brentwood. “The hybrids, electric and fuel-efficient cars are in full demand.

Unfortunately, with the chip shortage they are in low supply, especially new cars.”

Even used cars are scarce, selling for

higher prices with low inventory all over the state. Brandt said the last 18 months have changed the shape of the car buying landscape, especially since gas prices began climbing last month.

“Hybrid and electric vehicles have been in demand, both new and used,” Brandt said. “Fuel- efficient vehicles are more sought after when fuel prices rise but we have never seen such an increase in my day.”

He said his dealership has done its part to be fair and competitive, selling at the manufacturer’s suggested retail price rather than spiking above sticker price. He said now is a good time to make sure the vehicles people already own are running as efficiently as possible, with regular services to ensure fuel efficiency.

Bill Brandt Ford is located at 8100 Brentwood Blvd. in Brentwood. For more information, call 925-276-5697 or visit www.billbrandtford.com.

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