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BART officials request feedback on housing

● Transit-oriented development could contribute to housing aﬀordability and neighborhood vitality in Fremont

By Roelle Balan

Those exiting the Fremont BART station on Thursday, Sept. 25, during rush hour may have noticed poster boards and a table full of stickers and Postits. BART officials were out collecting feedback from residents for a potential Transit-Oriented Development (TOD): housing near and around BART.

The Open House event lasted from 4:30pm to 6:30pm inside the station next to the buses. Officials walked up to BART riders and asked for their thoughts on the possibility of housing next to BART. Riders and residents were asked about sustainable communities, ridership, financial stability for both BART and the City of Fremont, preferred method of transportation to the station, neighborhood vitality and of course, housing affordability.

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East Bay native wins NPR contest

● Filipina rapper Ruby Ibarra reﬂects on her NPR music win and tour

By April Ramos

Among over 7,000 entries to NPR Music’s Tiny Desk Contest earlier this year, one East Bay Area native captivated the judges with her “beautifully arranged music, passion and, above all, authenticity.”

Rapper Ruby Ibarra was declared the winner of the Tiny Desk Contest in May, after submitting a trilingual, intergenerational performance of her single, “Bakunawa.”

Ibarra was born in the Phil-

ippines and immigrated to the East Bay with her family at a young age. Much of Ibarra’s music tackles topics of identity, immigration and the “American Dream.” All of which are a reflection of her personal experiences. The Filipino community she found in the Bay Area is what drives her to tell the stories in her music.

“I look at the people in my Filipino-American community and how a lot of them often still don’t have the opportunity to share their stories and high-

light who they are and where they came from,” said Ibarra. “Who is going to tell their story if not me?”

A distinct element Ibarra uses to showcase her culture in her music is her multilingual flow through English, Tagalog and Bisaya. “It only becomes natural that I do a lot of those language switch ups in my lyrics to help illustrate those stories even more,” said Ibarra. “It’s a conscious decision of wanting to highlight these languages on a visible level in hip-hop.”

The Bay Area not only played a part in her finding a Filipino community, but also contrib-

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Baby day

Washington Health holds Special Care Nursery Reunion. 8

Prop 50 Be informed for the special election. 18 OPINION 4

Local Authors Festival

Explore new voices and support local creativity. 19

Skeletons and marigolds

Local artists exhibit at Day of the Dead show. 24

NO PLACE LIKE HOME East Bay rapper Ruby Ibarra performed at Music in the Park in San Jose after returning from her nationwide tour.

Brick by brick Lego store and Chabot College hold family event. 12

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Durban Media, (inside photo bottom) Mikayla Swiper Delson

Earlier this year Ruby Ibarra was announced as NPR Music’s 2025 Tiny Desk Contest winner after submitting her single, ‘Bakunawa.’

3D Mammography Impacts Breast Screening

Local radiologist shares how mammography advancement more accurately detects cancer

An advancement in breast mammography makes it easier to diagnose cancer, minimize false positives, and ease a woman’s anxiety about having more screening.

3D mammography, or tomosynthesis, is an advanced screening tool that promotes early detection of breast cancer, according to Sunil Upender, MD, medical director of Imaging, and chairman of the Department of Radiology at Washington Health.

Breast cancer that is diagnosed early has a better recovery rate, says the American Board of Radiology-certified doctor. Dr. Upender will discuss 3D mammography, along with information about who might get cancer, and how it is treated, during a Wellness Wednesday seminar, Oct. 8 at 5 p.m. The public can watch online in real time at Facebook.com/WashingtonHealth1, or on Youtube.com/@Washington_Health.

The seminar, “Breast Cancer Screening: The Impact of 3D Mammography,” kicks off October’s National Breast Cancer Awareness

Month, which includes a free Think Pink event Oct. 16, 5 to 7 p.m. For the 17th year, Washington Health has hosted this event to help raise awareness for breast cancer screening, along with educating and supporting women. The event takes place in the tent atrium at Washington West, 2500 Mowry Ave., Fremont.

“3D mammograms are the new standard of care, and both patients and doctors really appreciate them,” said Dr. Upender. “Women appreciate them because the images are more enhanced and precise, which reduces the need to be called back to have additional images taken. In some traditional mammograms, radiologists would request additional images if, for example, a women had dense breasts or if something was in question,” he added. Doctors appreciate them because the images are much clearer.

Reduces Need for Additional Images

Dr. Upender explained that 3D mammography reduces the recall rate

by 15%, which helps manage a women’s anxiety. It can be nerve-wracking to get called back for additional images. While most of the time it turns out to be nothing, radiologists are diligent about double-checking.

In addition to fewer callbacks, the 3D screening:

• Improves cancer detection rate.

• Reduces false positives.

• Provides precise lesion localization.

• Decreases patient anxiety.

• Increases positive predictive value. The 3D screening looks and feels the same as the traditional test, with similar positioning and compression, and an equal amount of radiation. Women will notice nothing different. However, the 3D test is much better, providing a more comprehensive view of a woman’s breast in layers, which Dr. Upender describes as assembling a loaf of sliced bread. “With 3D mammography, radiologists are detecting 40% more cancers,” he added, “which is good news, because early detection means a better outcome.”

Dr. Upender is passionate about women having a yearly mammogram for early detection. About 30% of all the images he and his staff review are breast exams. One in eight women will get breast cancer, he said, reminding women that everyone knows someone who has been treated for the disease.

“The risk of breast cancer increases as a woman ages, and will keep rising. But it’s very treatable when caught early.”

Sunil Upender, MD

There are 3.5 million breast cancer survivors in the United States. Each year, 300,000 new cases are diagnosed, making it the most common form of cancer after skin cancer. It’s the secondleading cause of cancer death for women.

Report Helps Women Manage Risk With 3D mammography, a woman is also given a report about the density of her breasts. This information is good to know, as denser breasts are slightly more prone to developing cancer because there is more tissue that can be affected. Dense breast tissue also obscures cancer, making it harder to detect on a mammogram. Women with a high risk of developing cancer can discuss supplemental breast testing with their physician.

“The risk of breast cancer increases as a woman ages, and will keep rising. But it’s very treatable when caught early,” Dr. Upender explained. He recommends yearly mammograms, starting at age 40, or sooner if a woman has a family history or a first-degree relative with breast cancer.

“Breast Cancer Screening: The Impact of 3D Mammography” airs Oct. 8 at 5 p.m. It can be viewed at Facebook.com/WashingtonHealth1, or on YouTube.com/@Washington_Health.

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Washington Health’ s Think Pink Event Promotes Breast Cancer Awareness

Presentations, Info Booths and Fun Activities for the Community

This is the 17th year that Washington Health has sponsored its Think Pink community event to commemorate the American Cancer Society’s National Breast Cancer Awareness Month.

The event brings breast cancer survivors – often wearing pink and smiling broadly -- together for support and camaraderie. “There’s a special kind of energy that fills the air,” says Christine Mikkelsen, BSN, RN, Washington Health Women’s Center clinical coordinator and nurse navigator.

Think Pink, a spirited health fair and educational event takes place on Oct. 16, from 5 to 7 p.m. Women can learn more about their risk of getting breast cancer and the latest advancements in screening and treatment.

Connection, Compassion, Community Mikkelsen elaborates, “There’s a strength born from shared stories, hope, and unwavering support. This isn’t just an event. It’s a gathering of warriors; women from all over the community who come together to lift each other up and remind one another they’re not alone. You can feel the energy the moment you walk in. It’s not just about awareness. It’s about connection, compassion, and community.”

Informational booths will showcase resources from Washington Health, along with the community, and a lineup of speakers will discuss the latest in breast cancer diagnosis and treatment.

Speakers include:

• Kimberly Hartz, Washington Health CEO, offering welcoming remarks.

• William Dugoni, MD, medical director of the Women’s Center, discussing center updates.

• Victor Chen, MD, presenting on radiation therapy.

• Bogdan Eftimie, MD, addressing botanical use during treatment and recovery.

• Victoria Leiphart, MD, returning as the event emcee.

Among other topics of note include 3D mammography, which helps doctors detect cancers early and more easily, along with minimizing the need for women to be called back for additional images.

“The event provides expert information and helpful resources while fostering a supportive, educational environment for the entire community,” notes Dr. Dugoni. “It’s almost like a reunion and a large support system for breast cancer survivors. But it’s also very effective at providing information for women trying to find breast health resources.”

Think Pink takes place in the tent atrium at Washington West, 2500 Mowry Ave., and features craft activities, a photo booth, henna tattoo artists, and a drawing for gift baskets during the first hour. A light vegetarian boxed dinner will also be provided.

Excellent Cancer Care Right in Fremont Women in the area are fortunate to have the Washington Health Women’s Center right in Fremont, which can

diagnose, treat, and provide support and services for breast cancer patients. Mikkelsen explains, “Women don’t have to travel out of the area to get renowned doctors and state-of-the-art care.”

She describes the significance of her role: “A nurse navigator offers support to women even before the actual diagnosis. I help patients from the first abnormal screening mammogram, to coming back for additional imaging, to biopsy and follow-up care. I’m also a resource for people with a strong family history of breast cancer. I can help them get connected to genetic counseling.”

This is the 40th year that National Breast Cancer Awareness Month has been commemorated by health care organizations across the country. In 1985, the American Cancer Society designated October as the month to promote screening and prevention of breast cancer, which affects 2.3 million women worldwide. The Think Pink campaign supports those diagnosed with breast cancer, educates about risk factors, and encourages women to have a yearly screening.

“The Washington Health cancer team isn’t just here to treat. We’re here to walk alongside every patient, every step of the way,” says Mikkelsen. This event is a beautiful reflection of that commitment. Think Pink is more than a celebration. It’s a moment of unity, a place where stories are honored, and where hope is renewed. The most moving part of the event is watching women — many of whom have never met — embrace each other like family. That’s the kind of support that changes lives.”

The Think Pink event is free, but registration is required. For more information and to register, visit washingtonhealth.com/events/ event-details/?event=44393 or call 800.963.7070.

To schedule a mammogram, obtain a physician referral and call 510.818.7410. To learn more about the Washington Health Women’s Center, visit washingtonhealth.com/services/ womens-center.

Informative, Supportive, and Fun – That’s Think Pink!

Día de los Muertos in the Bay

By April Ramos

Academy Award-winning director Guillermo de Toro was once asked how he can be such a joyful, loving person while also being known for his dark, gothic and horror-centric films. His answer: “I’m Mexican. No one loves life more than we do in a way, because we are so conscious about death.”

In Mexican culture, like in many Latin cultures, death isn’t seen as something sinister or frightening. The perfect example is Día de Los Muertos, or Day of the Dead. The holiday, which is primarily observed in Mexico, regards the topic of death with the celebration of the lives of those who have passed.

In households that celebrate Día de los Muertos, altars are decorated with bright, lively colors and flowers which surround photos of loved ones who have passed. The favorite foods of those individuals are set up by their photo. Tra-

ditional Mexican food is often seen on an altar or tombstone, like tamales or pan dulce. Sometimes even an open beer bottle or a shot of tequila is seen on altars. On Nov. 1, some families hire bands to play at the site of burial of loved ones.

Día de los Muertos is not held with sadness or fear of death, but joy and laughter of the memories of those who are no longer with us.

Historians are torn between the holiday’s origin, debating if it is an indigenous tradition of Mexico or brought by the Spanish. Whatever the origin, it’s now celebrated in communities all over the Bay Area.

The Day of the Dead exhibit at the Hayward Area Historical Society Museum will run from Oct. 2 to Nov. 8. Not only does the exhibit have art from 25 local artists, but it will also

be holding activities for kids to create their own marigold, sugar skulls and more.

On Oct. 11, the Hayward Area Historical Society will be holding a Day of the Dead pop-up shop. The pop-up will offer Día

TO THE EDITOR

de los Muertos-themed folk art and jewelry.

For me, Día de los Muertos is the other side of the spooky season where skeletons and death don’t always need to be synonymous with horror and fear.

Morrison Canyon Road signage

Mr. Willis and Mr. Larsen, traffic on Morrison Canyon Road is a public safety concern as many people walk this road every day. However, the large event center at the end of the road combines an increase in road traffic and the unregulated consumption of alcohol. Today [September 19], we noticed that the road barriers on upper Morrison Canyon Road were removed. Later this month, (9/27/25) a wedding celebration will be held at the event center and we assume hundreds of guests will be invited. The problem is that inebriated individuals can bypass road closures, imper-

il themselves and those using the trail.

Fremont deserves better recreational trails and improved park access. There is broad community support for the Morrison Canyon Trail as the attached petitions attest. The over 700 signatures demonstrate the public’s interest in the recreational trail and opposition to the giveaway of 1,000-feet of roadway. In comparison, the event center owner provided less than 25 signatures for their petition and has stated repeatedly in public meetings that safety is their primary concern.

If safety is the primary concern, we recommend a limitation on the number of events held, restrictions on the number of attendees and a policy of no alcohol being served.

On June 16, 2025 a grass fire on the property required first responders to extinguish the blaze. Holding events in a structure that does not have fire sprinklers installed throughout poses a grave threat to guests and first responders.

This morning [September 19], we removed the last debris from the Morrison Canyon wreck that occurred on 9/3/25.

The NextDoor posting shows

why we are concerned about vehicular traffic on the narrow, dangerous and substandard Morrison Canyon Road.

We encourage the city to maintain road closure signage and barriers at the intersection of Morrison Canyon Road and Vargas Road. Allowing drivers to bypass the barriers imperils those walking or riding on lower Morrison Canyon Road. Public safety is a concern we share with the community, EBRPD, the city and county. Thank you.

Carlis Roberts

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Hayward accepts funding for fire station upgrades

● Senator Wahab’s office and county transportation commission contribute funds

By Roelle Balan

Hayward City Council approved two funding items during the meeting on Tuesday, Sept. 23.

The City of Hayward receives $2 million in funding from the state for vital fire station upgrades as California’s fire season continues. The money came from State Senator Aisha Wahab’s office after the Hayward Fire Department said they needed money for Station 9’s aging facilities. The station is located on 24912 2nd St., northeast of the Mission Foothills neighborhood. It’s also about a mile north of the California State University East Bay campus.

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The city council approved the funding on Sept. 23 and yearly reports will be made by staff on how the money is being spent. The funding aligns with the city’s strategic roadmap that involves “enhancing community safety and quality of life” by “strengthening emergency preparedness.”

Pedestrians and cyclists in Downtown Hayward are getting what they want, which is more safety.

The City of Hayward is accepting $750,000 for the Downtown Bike Loop Project. The money is coming from Alameda County Transportation Commission’s Comprehensive Investment Plan, which prioritizes projects that involve bicycle and pedestrian infrastructure.

The Bike Loop Project will improve safety for bicyclists by adding bike lanes on crucial streets, including 2nd Street, C Street and Watkins Street.

The project aims to connect the bike paths to neighborhoods, Hayward BART, schools and housing developments. The city report says the project will create “more connected bicycle infrastructure to improve mobility and safety in an area historically dominated by high-speed, high-volume vehicular traffic that has diminished downtown’s vibrancy.”

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accidentally discharged it. The accidental discharge was determined to be a violation of Fremont Municipal Code.

● Subject called to warn police about factory shooting

Submitted by Fremont Police Department

On 9/10, officers responded to a disturbance on Manitoba Green, in which a victim heard screaming from his neighbor’s residence and saw a subject in the backyard holding a knife. When the victim approached, the subject lunged at him with the knife. The subject then jumped a fence onto Auto Mall Pkwy and later entered an elementary school campus. Officers located the subject on a nearby street and placed him under arrest.

On 9/13, officers responded to a report of a shooting at an apartment complex on Stevenson Blvd. The reporting party heard a gunshot, and a round shattered his sliding door. Another resident told officers he was cleaning his rifle and had

On 9/15, dispatch received a call from a subject who said they were headed to a factory on Fremont Blvd. to commit a shooting. Officers immediately deployed to the factory and coordinated with the facility’s security to secure the location. The reporting party’s phone number texted dispatch to advise that they were with the subject on a bus headed to Fremont. The subject had borrowed the phone to call dispatch and warn of the threat. Officers located the subject on the bus, finding her without a firearm. The subject admitted to hearing voices that told her to commit a shooting at the factory. The subject was placed on a mental health hold.

On 9/13, officers responded to a report of an active residential burglary on Euclid Pl. A subject jumped the backyard fence and was peering into the house through the sliding glass door. When officers arrived, they found her hiding in a bush in a nearby open lot. The subject was placed under arrest.

On 9/21, officers responded to a report of trespassing at a residence on Perkins Ct. The homeowner found the subject inside their home. The subject was placed under arrest.

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STRONG BONES, STRONG MINDS, THANKS NONDAIRY MILK

Plant-based milks come in a variety of textures suitable for many types of cooking

By Daniel O’Donnell

Perhaps this is the easiest time in history to make food choices based not only on taste, but sustainability, environmental concerns, promoting good health and vegan or vegetarian preferences. One of the fastest growing food markets is that of nondairy milks.

No one knows exactly how long plantbased milks have been around, but people have been drinking them for centuries. Chinese references to soy milk date back to the first century. Coconut milk became a popular cooking ingredient in Indian and Southeast Asian recipes around 2,000 years ago. Coconut graters dating back to 3,000 B.C. indicate that people in the island regions of Southeast Asia might have been making coconut milk then.

There are references to almond milk throughout the Middle Ages in Europe and the Middle East. Oat milk is one of the newer non-dairy milks. It was invented in Sweden in the early 1990s. There are just under 20 different types of non-dairy milks readily available, produced from different plant categories. Almond, pistachio, cashew, macadamia, peanut, walnut and hazelnut milks are made from raw nuts. Flax, hemp and sesame milks are created from non-grass plant seeds. Grains are used to produce oat, rice, spelt and barley milks. Soy and pea milks are made from legumes, and coconut milk is produced from fruit. Other non-dairy milks produced around the world include brazil nut milk, chickpea milk, lupin milk, banana milk, potato milk and quinoa milk. These milks

can be more difficult to purchase stateside. However, all of these and the milks listed above can be made at home from online recipes.

Many online non-dairy meal recipes are vegan. However, non-dairy milks can be used as a substitute for milk in many non-vegetarian recipes at a 1:1 ratio as well. The type of non-dairy milk to be used as a substitute should be based on levels of proteins, sugars and fats. These can vary from brand to brand even if they are made from the same plant base. It’s important when cooking or baking with non-dairy milk to read the ingredient label.

Fat content can affect the final dish’s texture and mouthfeel. Fats are high in caloric energy and different fats have different smoke points. These factors need to be considered when substituting non-dairy milk for animal milk. Higher fat content options for non-dairy milks would be: coconut milk, which has the highest; hemp milk, which is high in healthy omega 3s and 6s fats; and cashew milk, which is usually the creamiest of all the non-dairy milks.

Many non-dairy milks have sweetened and unsweetened options. Opting for the unsweetened non-dairy milk is optimal when cooking or baking since most recipes rely on other ingredients for sweetening. However, unsweetened nut milks can bestow a nutty flavor to a dish or baked item so they can be used when this nutty flavor complements the other ingredients in the recipe. Different non-dairy milks have different consistencies. Soy and oat milks are often better for baking since their thickness is close to that of milk. Almond and

WHOLE PICTURE Factors such as protein and fat content, texture and flavor must be considered when substituting non-dairy milk into dishes.

rice milk are waterier, which can make sauces and curries less rich and allow the delicate spices to shine, can make the texture of quiches and frittatas fluffier, and can be used to make lighter versions of dishes such as macaroni and cheese, and other creamy casseroles. The different consistencies can be used to mimic dairy milk options commonly used in coffee, tea and smoothies. Froth is an important component in many specialty coffee and tea drinks. Protein, fat and steam are the three items that come together to create a creamy froth. Whole milk is considered the ideal milk for frothing by many baristas, but there are some worthy non-dairy milk candidates as well. Soy milk is the best non-dairy milk for frothing because of its high protein content and neutral flavor. Some non-dairy milk companies offer special barista blends or editions

STEAMY CONTENT Protein, fat and steam come together to create a creamy froth in coffee drinks. This one uses pistachio milk.

in which extra protein, stabilizers and sometimes vegetable oil are added to their flagship almond or oat milks to make them frothable.

Egg dishes, pancakes, breads, soups, pasta sauces, mashed potatoes, casseroles, ice cream and baked desserts are just a few of the dishes non-dairy milks can be used in. Experimenting with different non-dairy milks in cereal or in coffee or tea can add new flavors to the morning breakfast routine. If non-dairy milks continue to innovate and gain popularity, then someday there might need to be an article explaining what nonplant-based milk is.

Daniel O’Donnell is the co-owner and operator of an organic landscape design/build company in Fremont. Chrysalis-Gardens.com

OAT MEAL Oat milks are good for baking since their thickness is close to that of dairy milk.

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Level II neonatal reunion celebrates communitybased healthcare

● Healthcare workers, parents and babies reunite for fun and memories

By Ava Acharya

For the first time post-Covid, staff, patients and family members formally celebrated the work and dedication behind Washington Health’s level II neonatal intensive care unit (NICU).

The reunion, held Sept. 20, is an opportunity for former NICU patients to meet the staff members who took care of them, as well as for those staff members to meet their patients “all grown up,” said Jessica Alsofrom, the medical director of Washington’s special care nursery.

“It’s amazingly rewarding,” Alsofrom added. “We get to see families again and we get to see their progress. It's a really nice closure for a lot of us.”

Until 2020, Washington Health hosted get togethers like this yearly. This tradition started in 2014, when the hospital’s level II NICU opened in its current form through partnership with the University of California San Francisco.

Alsofrom said that the partnership with UCSF is a big part of what makes their program so special because it offers specialized care in combination with the benefits offered by smaller, community-based hospitals.

“Families have access to world-class care, but it’s local and family centered,” Alsofrom said. “It’s really important to have healthcare providers that you can trust.”

This is something that Alsofrom experienced firsthand when her own son was hospitalized shortly after birth.

“He needed to go to the NICU right away and I felt confident that he was going to be ok because I knew how amazing the care is here,” Alsofrom said.

“I knew that everyone here had the skill and expertise to stabilize him.”

Alsofrom added that she’s thankful to be able to offer parents that kind of reassurance during a very difficult experience. Other staff members felt the same way. Clydne Holte, a former nurse and current hospital volunteer, worked the reunion for that very reason. As soon as she had the opportunity to volunteer with babies, Holte said that she jumped at the chance.

“I don’t know what else I would do,” Holte said. “The babies are special.”

Holte added that her first grandchild had been in the NICU after birth, so she personally understood how much this type of care meant to families.

“It’s really all about the patients,” said Washington Health CEO Kimberly Hartz.

Hartz said that there’s a real need to serve and support the community. Events like this one, as well as the NICU itself, are just one of many ways that Washington Health aims to do so.

IT’S MY PARTY The reunion hasn’t been held since the pandemic, but it’s back on track in 2025.

FAMILY REUNION A family reunites with the nurse who helped their baby.

TEAM BABY Left to Right: Tigist Awel, assistant chief nursing officer; Terri Hunter, VP and chief nursing officer; Jessica Alsofrom, MD, medical director of the Special Care Nursery; Nahid Rostami, MD; Nneka Chukwu, DNP-HCSL, RN, director of Maternal Child Health Department; Kimberly Hartz, CEO and Jessica Ross, RN, clinical nurse specialist.

Photos Courtesy of Kel Kanady

Community member requests to paint curb red

● State law prohibits vehicles from stopping in unsafe areas

By Roelle Balan

Several members of the Fremont City Council and staff held a joint meeting with several Fremont Unified School District board members to discuss how to implement Assembly Bill 413, also known as the “Daylighting Law.”

The law would prohibit people from parking, stopping or leaving their cars in certain areas. Areas include in front of driveways, near sidewalks or crosswalks, and the area between a safety zone and a right-hand curb that can be marked with red paint. The state law took effect on Jan 1, 2025.

During the public comment, Linda, a Fremont resident, said she and other peers have already started devising a plan to implement the state law in schools. She said she has mobilized community members to possibly help paint the curbs red once they get permission from the city. Another ask was for money to help pay for the supplies. She also talked about a possible volunteer program for high school students who need volunteer hours.

School board member and board clerk Sharon Coco, Councilmember Kathy Kimberlin, and board member Vivek Prasad continued the discussion with questions about how they can create a consistent program for all schools to follow.

Councilmember Raymond Liu said, “Once we paint all the curbs and stuff, what’s exactly stopping people from still violating parking illegally?” He suggested police be present during drop-off and pick-up times in schools.

“It’s not necessarily ticketing, which hopefully might come down the road, but the main thing is the red curbs may deter and it may create that safety,” said Kimberlin.

City manager Karena Shackelford said she plans to have conversations with the public works department about painting the curbs and with the police chief about public enforcement.

Both entities have recommended staff to look into AB 413 enforcement and implementation. The topic would then be brought up during a future city council and school board meeting.

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BART Open House gathers community feedback on proposed development

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According to the BART.gov website, the housing will be built on parking lot spaces next to Fremont BART towards Mowry Avenue. The height of the residential building would be at least five stories with a maximum of 12, with some “setbacks.” There may also be spaces for retail stores and community facilities.

Officials have done a study on BART ridership on an average weekday and found that only 26% of the 500 parking spaces are being used at the station so far this year. “I think making it easy for those to get into the [area] around the BART station is great, I don’t care how many parking spots there are, though I drive myself,” Fremont resident Sam Neeman said. “Right now parking is well underutilized as you can see.”

Daniel Karpelevitch, a Sunnyvale resident who grew up and has family in Fremont, said he agrees with all the proposals so far. “If you go to the offices right near the BART station people from all around the area can come in and work

in Fremont as well as live and shop and everything else,” he said.

Feedback was gathered in three ways. One way was to fill out a survey online by scanning a QR code. The second was to review the poster boards displayed at the station. Officials passed out circle dots for people to mark their priorities for housing at BART and Post-its to write down suggestions.

The third way was by filling out the survey with a pen and paper using a clipboard. Those who filled out the survey received an adorable customized sticker of a BART train with a smiley face. Three of the stickers can also be found for sale on railgoods.com.

But people were not skipping the chance to get the cute stickers for free.

Neeman said it took her only a couple of minutes to fill out the survey online. Neeman identified herself as a YIMBY (“Yes in my Backyard”). “We need housing and we need it quick,” she said. Neeman also shared what she expects to see

for the commercial part of the project. “I’d like to see a boutique hotel and a rooftop bar.”

A handful of people were looking at the poster boards and having lengthy conversations with BART officials. During the first hour, three people marked having a project that works financially and can be built as soon as possible as a priority. Three other people preferred helping people get to BART without a car—through other public transportation, walking or biking. Other priorities included having bike and pedestrian access through the TOD and BART, and having at least 20% of the homes be affordable, with a goal of 35%.

Written suggestions included prioritizing all routes for walking and biking, and a concern about not having enough parking for TOD residents. One person wrote they would like to see parks and open space, including tall trees for “sound deadening.” Another person wrote they are concerned about over-

crowding but want safe routes to schools from the station.

Neeman thinks having a busy and full TOD with people walking around outside is a good thing.

“When you concentrate people like that it improves the overall ambiance of the city because the units are typically smaller, so people tend to go out more,” Neeman said.

Karpelevitch said he thinks BART already has it down when it comes to what the public would want. “It seems like they have all the priorities already considered in terms of building it sustainably, building it in a way that is not car dependent,” he said. “Building it in a way that kind of integrates into the community, and not just being kind of a walled garden.”

The community has another chance to conversate with BART officials about TOD housing, and earn a free sticker, during their second open house event on Wednesday, Oct. 8, from 7:30 to 9:30am.

SIGN OF CHANGE Residents had the chance to ask questions of BART officials and express their priorities at the open house.

Roelle Balan

STUCK ON TRANSIT Customized BART stickers were given to people who filled out the survey.

Roelle Balan

Bay Area rapper returns from nationwide tour

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uted to her falling in love with hip-hop. “With there being such a vibrant music scene and culture here, that absolutely cultivated and strengthened my love for [hip-hop], and also helped shape and develop myself as an artist.”

For Ibarra, winning the Tiny Desk Contest wasn’t only a dream come true, but a confirmation of her hard work. “It was a feeling of validation, that we deserved to be there,” said Ibarra. In her performance, she shared that in 2019 she submitted a video for the contest, but wasn’t chosen. However, for the rapper, winning in 2025 felt so much sweeter than it would have then.

“Ultimately, it didn’t even feel like winning a contest, it felt more like a reminder to ourselves that we’ve been building the right path because these last six years the music I created has been authentically me,” said Ibarra. “I’ve never had to challenge or change who I am. Knowing that I didn’t compromise in that entire journey made it a lot more special.”

After her Washington, D.C. perfor-

mance, Ibarra and her band set off on a 10-city tour around the country. From performing in Los Angeles to Philadelphia, Ibarra had a chance to reflect on and appreciate the Bay Area’s diversity after meeting with her fans. After meeting her fans in Tennessee she said, “A lot of them shared that this was their first time seeing a Filipino artist on stage.”

The Tiny Desk winner returned to the Bay Area to perform at Music in the Park in San Jose on Sept. 21 alongside Bay Area artists LaRussell, Souls of Mischief, and Kung Fu Vampire. “To be on the same stage as some of the historical, iconic hip-hop heavyweights from the Bay Area, to me, is an absolute honor.”

The Sunday event brought local food trucks, vendors and music to Plaza de Cesar Chavez where the community gathered for a night of local artists to share the stage in the South Bay Area. “Bringing the music back home to the Bay Area, and us being able to showcase what we’ve been touring across the nation is a very special feeling,” said Ibarra. “There’s no place like home.”

ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT

Hayward holds own Brick Con

● LEGO toys makes mini engineers at Chabot College

By Stephanie Uchida

Toys are not just toys. They can spark a lifelong interest in science, a passion or a career. The first weekend in October introduces the first “Stack City Brick Con” in Hayward, a collaboration between Chabot College and Brick by Brick Toys where kids of all ages can learn engineering concepts handson through LEGO. But the story starts years earlier, when a Hayward teacher started a small business post-pandemic.

Mike Marinakis’ family has lived in Hayward for about a decade. Covid kicked off his interest in Lego, when his son was in kindergarten and Marinakis was teaching high school science over Zoom. “So we were stuck in our little house, trying to do our schools on Zoom and trying to keep ourselves busy. It turned into this thing where we would build and play with Lego after I was done teaching and he was done with his school.”

The hobby turned into reselling, and Marinakis set up an online store. “It got to the point where my garage was stuffed with bins and bins and bins of Lego. My wife [Anika] was a little bit over it.” Marinakis thought of his in-laws who ran a toy resale store in Eugene, Oregon. “The vibe was super cool. I thought, ‘I want to be the guy sitting behind the counter who chills in this store and plays with Lego and talks to people about toys all day.’”

Anika found a small 400-square-foot storefront nearby their Hayward home. Rents were low, and at least it would provide a storage space and a dropoff location. Marinakis was still working as a teacher. He recalls, “After school every day I would go to the store for a couple hours, and hang out and organize and maybe make a couple sales. Then I would be there all day Saturday, and I would take Sunday off, so I saw my kids at least a little bit.”

He also calls Anika the unsung hero of Brick by Brick. A paralegal, she took on the back end of running a business, from HR and payroll, to getting the proper licenses with the city.

After its start in 2022, the shop grew by word of mouth, expanding to a popup at Southland Mall that December, and then two other locations. Like a Lego structure, it kept building on itself. The current store is 3,000 square feet.

Marinakis also has a business partner now, Aya Shirai. A longtime LEGO fan who had previous experience work-

ing at a resale store, she first found Brick by Brick as a customer, and joined as an employee in early 2023, in Marinakis’ words, “with the understanding that if things went well and we got along that she would buy half the store and we’d work as partners.”

Things haven’t always snapped into place. The shop weathered two break-ins Dec. 24, 2024. However, after Marinakis posted on his Instagram, the community showed up to help clean broken glass and board up windows. “And it really showed me the community we built only in a few years, how people appreciated the store.”

Brick by Brick is one of many LEGO resellers. There are some legalities to observe: For example they sell “LEGO products,” not LEGO. Marinakis explains, “Lego only makes a set for maybe a year or two at a time, and they retire it and move onto something else.” Sets move to the third-party market. “They can get hard to find, the values go up and they become collectibles. So I’ve kind of hit on that part of the market. The stuff we have here is not stuff you’re going to find at Target or at the LEGO store.”

A place like Brick by Brick has a different and more low-key vibe compared with somewhere like the LEGO Discovery Center in Great Mall in Milpitas. Marinakis sells individual parts for builders, LEGO minifigures, old and new sets. There’s even an event space for building meetups and birthday par-

ties. “We have a pretty wide customer base. All ages.”

With the shop established, Marinakis turned to another dream: a LEGO convention. Longrunning LEGO builder convention Bricks by the Bay hasn’t met since 2022, and he talked with organizers Baylug, hoping to bring back something similar. The Santa Clara Convention Center, where Bricks by the Bay met, was prohibitive. But closer to home, Chabot College was an option for a family-friendly LEGO weekend.

“Us with Baylug, with Chabot, with the Engineering Club, we’ve spent months now going back and forth coming up with ideas of how this would work,” says Marinakis. With help from Chabot’s engineering club, the day centers hands-on activities to teach concepts like buoyancy, center of mass and structural integrity. Kids can build LEGO boats with motors, time cars on a pinewood derby track, and compete to build the tallest tower and the strongest bridge. There’s also a DUPLO zone for toddlers, mini figure painting and scavenger hunts.

Mustafa Fana from the Engineering Club says that club officers were intrigued by the chance to integrate engineering concepts into a toy they remembered from childhood. “At first, I didn’t think our members would be interested in such an event or project,” he admits. “However, I was quickly proven wrong. I was amazed to see such passion

kindled in [their eyes.] I was bombarded with ideas, designs and questions all centered around how we can make this experience as engaging and educational as possible.”

Because the event is part of the Engineering Club, there was no cost to rent the space, and admission is free. “[That] was our number one goal, we didn’t want there to be anything to prevent somebody from being able to come.”

This year, there isn’t food on site, but the college is close to Southland Mall and places like Black Bear Diner, Eon Coffee and Teaspoon on Hesperian Boulevard.

“I don’t know exactly how it’s going to go,” says Marinakis. “We’ve certainly planned enough and we’re going to have some cool stuff to see and some really fun stuff to do and build. I’m really excited about it.”

Stack City Brick Con bxbtoys.com/stack-city-brickconvention

Saturday, Oct. 4 - Sunday, Oct. 5 10am - 7pm

Chabot College

Student Center, Bldg 2300, Hayward

LEGO LANDS Imaginative cities show the potential of LEGO.

Courtesy of Mike Marinakis

Ohlone Humane Society opens its doors

● Annual Open House kicks off a new chapter for organization

By Padma Balaji

The Ohlone Humane Society (OHS) Wildlife Rehabilitation Center cares for more than 800 sick and injured animals across the Tri-City Area. But unless you’re a trained volunteer or sick animal, its doors are typically closed—with the exception of one day a year. On Oct. 11 from 10am to 2pm, the OHS Wildlife Rehabilitation Center opens its doors for its Annual Open House, a free, community event to showcase the center’s work to the local community.

A unique behind-the-scenes experience, the Open House offers facility tours, led by wildlife care supervisor Mary Gorman, beekeeper talks with OHS’s live beehive and a Happy Hollow Zoo with the facility’s animal ambassadors. The family-friendly event also offers nature crafts, face paintings and kids goodie bags.

“We want people to see our facility because we want them to understand what we actually do with the animals that they bring in,” volunteer coordinator Angela Hartman said. The Wildlife Rehabilitation Center provides specialized care for local wildlife in the Tri-City Area. They help distressed wildlife—including opossums, rabbits, skunks, squirrels and reptiles—recover from injuries or rehabilitate before they’re re-released into the wild.

The Open House offers a unique opportunity for the public to learn more about local wildlife rehabilitation and what they can do to help. The facility tours include education on what people can do if they come across wildlife in need of help. The Wildlife Rehabilitation Center greatly depends on the community, as they rely almost entirely on the public to bring in a distressed animal.

The Open House marks the reopening of the OHS Wildlife Rehabilitation Center after a brief closure when the onsite center manager relocated. During the closure, OHS was able to repair many of its outdoor animal enclosures through grant funding. The Open House is also an opportunity for the center to fundraise and receive donations. OHS encourages attendees to donate bird seed, wet dog food, latex gloves, large potty pads and grocery gift cards to help the center reduce its operational costs. Additionally, attendees can contribute to OHS

through honey purchases and an opportunity drawing.

“There’s so many reasons why wildlife is important in our community,” said Hartman. She’s been with OHS since 2002 and helped the organization launch its very first Open House. This will be Wildlife Rehabilitation Center’s 20th annual Open House. “I really just hope people have a great time and walk away with an understanding of what we do and how they can help.”

Wildlife Rehabilitation Center Open House

Saturday, Oct. 11

10am - 2pm

37175 Hickory St., Newark ohlonehumanesociety.org/ wildlife-rehabilitation

HITTING THE BOTTLE The center serves injured and orphaned wildlife.

Photos Courtesy of OHS

BUNNY ON BOARD Animal ambassadors will tell their stories at the open house.

California Cardiovascular Consultants and Medical Associates

For 30 years, CCCMA has grown continuously as a multi-speciality group and provided continuum of care for our local community.

Cardiology Internal Medicine Family Practice Gastroenterology Endocrinology Women's Health Rheumatology Podiatry Occupational Health Clinic Oncology Laboratory Services Imaging Center Urgent Care

Appointments are made within 24 to 48 hours and in urgent cases, on the same day!

Dr Ashit Jain - Cardiology

Dr Thirupathi Reddy - Cardiology

Dr Adil Irani - Cardiology

Dr Nabil Shaﬁ - Cardiology

Dr Shaista Shah - Internal Medicine

Dr Padmavathi Kudaravailli - Internal Medicine

Dr Simin Siddiq - Internal Medicine

Dr Suvarchalla Kompella - Diabetes Specialist

Dr Seema Rikhy - Occupational Medicine

Dr Sylvia Hoang - Family Practice

Dr Hui Zheng - Family Practice

Dr Rambabu Thallapeneni - Hospitalist

Dr Khalid Baig - Family Pratice

Dr Inocencio Candelaria - Occupational Medicine

Dr Haramrit Hansra - Interventional Radiology

Dr David Soto - Interventional Radiology

Dr Shakir Hyder - Gastroenterology

Dr Saurabh Sethi - Gastroenterology

Dr Sharareh Moraveji - Gastroenterology

Dr Ahmed Sadiq - Oncology

Dr Christine Elias - Rheumatology

Dr Edward Meyer - Endocrinology

New Doctors

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Dr Richa Singh - Endocrinology

Dr Ahmed Hussain - Urology

Dr Padmaja Sharma - OBGYN

Dr Athiya Javid - OBGYN

Dr Anjalika Pattanaik - OBGYN

Lei Jiang - Physician Assistant

Tho Trinh - Nurse Practitioner

Jennifer Ngo - Nurse Practitioner

Dina Maldonado - Nurse Practitioner

Dr Deepesh Yadav - Rheumotology

Dr Yashitha Chirumamilla - Internal Medicine

Dr Hamid Syed - Internal Medicine

Milpitas Oﬃce

Calaveras Ave, #100, Milpitas (408)

Downtown Hayward serves flavor and fall festivities

● Downtown events include Taste of Hayward and Trunk or Treat

By Nick Yoo, Downtown Hayward Improvement Association

Fall has arrived in Downtown Hayward, and the season is packed with ways to celebrate community, culture and fun.

Taste of Hayward

This fall, Downtown Hayward is serving up something brand new: the first-ever Taste of Hayward on Thursday, Oct. 9 from 4 to 8pm! This one-night-only celebration brings the community together to explore the neighborhood’s culinary scene, with local restaurants and eateries offering special tastings.

Sample signature pizzas at the ever-popular Craft Pizzeria and Susie Q’s Pizza or enjoy classic pub fare and brews from Buffalo Bill’s Cerveceria and Rockit Char Grill. Craving bold flavors? Casa Del Toro and Metro Taqueria will be serving up authentic Hispanic bites, while Tang Jip, The Gurkha Kitchen and Mujiri showcase Asian flavors. And don’t miss sips and bites from other local favorites like The Bistro, Snappy’s Café, Once Tea and Erik’s DeliCafé.

With more than a dozen stops to explore, this self-guided adventure lets foodies discover Downtown Hayward

ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT

New orchestra season, guest conductor, director and executive director

● Bay Philharmonic unveils its dynamic 25/26 Season

Submitted by Candy Culver

Bay Philharmonic proudly announces its 25/26 season, bringing key artistic and leadership changes that mark a new chapter for the orchestra.

Bay Philharmonic welcomes 25/26 season guest conductor Alexander Kahn, who will lead performances with fresh vision, experience and artistry. Kahn has worked with professional orchestras across the United States and throughout Europe and is professor of music and director of orchestral activities at Sonoma State University. He is an assistant and cover conductor for both the Santa Rosa and San Francisco Symphonies.

Inspiring the next generation of musicians and returning to the Bay Phil Youth

Orchestra (BPYO) this season is founder and director emeritus Judy Lam. Lam has conducted flute ensembles, chamber groups, choruses and musicals—many featured her original arrangements— and also performed with the Hong Kong Philharmonic Orchestra and Hong Kong Youth Orchestra.

Kahn has worked with professional orchestras across the United States and throughout Europe and is professor of music and director of orchestral activities at Sonoma State University

in a whole new way. Tickets are $35 (plus a service fee) and include tastings at all participating locations. For more information visit tasteofhayward.com.

Halloween and Dia de los Muertos Kick off spooky season at the Halloween Art Show and Popup Market on Saturday, Oct. 11, from 12 to 6pm at Craft Pizzeria and Sector 19. This free, family-friendly event will feature more than 20 local artists, unique vendors and live DJs. After attendees are done shopping, they can make their way upstairs to the Hayward Area Historical Society to check out their Day of the Dead exhibit.

Halloween is almost here! This year’s Trunk or Treat Promise Festival is on Saturday, Oct. 25 from 11am to 3pm at the Heritage Plaza, across from the Downtown Library. Community members can come in costume and trick or treat at cars decorated with festive themes. Trunk or Treat is presented in conjunction with Hayward Promise Neighborhood’s Promise Fest.

For the latest updates on Downtown Hayward Improvement Association visit us at downtownhayward.com.

Candy Culver was promoted as the organization’s executive director after serving as its director of philanthropy and business partnerships. She brings 25+ years of Bay Area nonprofit operations, development and marketing expertise to the role.

Bay Phil’s 25/26 season features a great lineup of performance-packed shows and Bay Area guest artists, starting with The Bay Area’s Best: Sounds of the Season on Dec. 14, new Chamber event Bay Phil Deconstructed: The Orchestra Unpacked on March 15 and a dynamic classical program: America in Rhythm & Rhapsody on June 21. Holiday and classical programs will be held at Chabot College Performing Arts Center in Hayward, with the chamber event at CIEL Creative Space in Berkeley.

Tickets and season packages for the 2025/26 season are now available on bayphil.org.

RE-TREAT This year’s Trunk or Treat will take place on Oct. 25 at Heritage Plaza outside Hayward Downtown Library.

Downtown Hayward Improvement Association

NEW FACE Guest conductor Alexander Kahn will lead the Bay Philharmonic for the 2025/26 season.

Courtesy of Bay Philharmonic

Tri-City History A-Z in Photographs #21, part 2: Towns

By Kelsey Camello, Washington Township Museum of Local History

Town: (noun) a compactly settled area usually larger than a village but smaller than a city.

Today we know them as districts, sections or areas of our larger cities—Fremont, Newark and Union City, but they were once individual towns. Independent of each other in many respects, the towns and the people who inhabited them also came together as one place, known as Washington

Township. Now commonly referred to as the Tri-City Area, the southern portion of the East Bay, and the lowest geographic section of Alameda County, these eight towns still have much history left standing.

Look back to Aug. 26 for the first half of this column.

Let’s explore local history through themes and photographs! Have a topic or idea you’d like us to explore? Email us at info@museumoflocalhistory.org.

Newark, 1956.

Photos Courtesy of Washington Township Museum of Local History

Niles (now part of Fremont), 1946.

Mission San Jose (now part of Fremont), 1950.

Warm Springs (now part of Fremont), 1955.

TRI-CITY STARGAZER

BY GEORGIA NICOLS www.georgianicols.com.

All Signs: Let’s take a look at Jupiter this week. Jupiter represents expansion, good fortune, joy and wisdom. Jupiter stays in one sign for 12 months and rotates through all 12 signs in 12 years. Right now, Jupiter is in Cancer. It entered Cancer on June 9, and will stay there until the end of June in 2026. What this means is that for this particular 12-month window, each of us has a boost of good fortune in a different part of our lives. Read on to be reminded why you can be grateful!

Aries the Ram (March 21-April 20):

Jupiter is traveling across the bottom of your chart, which highlights personal life, home and family. Jupiter will promote inner peace as well as exchanges with family members. In fact, your family life will be happier and family members will be more generous. This benefit extends to physical manifestations: for example buying real estate. Or perhaps, you’ll improve, redecorate or renovate where you currently live? Relations with parents will also improve. You will feel a sense of joy and reassurance by putting down roots and having a sense of belonging to a place.

Taurus the Bull (April 21-May 20):

Jupiter is currently traveling through the part of your chart connected with daily events and communications. Because Jupiter tends to expand and increase, you will have more contact with your immediate surroundings. Your everyday life will be busier. Interactions with neighbors, siblings and relatives will increase, and these contacts will be mutually beneficial. Likewise, because Jupiter rules knowledge, wisdom and universities, you might take up a new study. Your plans for the future will be more optimistic and more expansive.

Gemini the Twins (May 21-June 20):

While you have enjoyed the benefit of Jupiter being in your sign from the middle of 2024 until June of this year, Jupiter is now in your Money House, bringing you opportunities to get richer! You might get a raise or inherit. To put a finer point on it, Jupiter will bring to you whatever you most value. It might be ideas, justice or a

chance to increase a particular dimension of your life. This is an excellent time to invest money, as well as buy something for your enjoyment and pleasure.

Cancer the Crab (June 21-July 21):

Life is good because lucky Jupiter is in your sign, and it will stay there until July of next year, attracting people, resources, gifts, goodies and favors from others to you. In this 12-month window, your self-confidence and poise will grow. And because Jupiter is associated with wisdom, you will also find that you will give up prejudices and attitudes that no longer serve your purpose. This is a powerful time for all kinds of opportunities. It’s the beginning of a new 12-year cycle of growth for you.

Leo the Lion (July 22-August 22):

This is a profound time in your life because right now, Jupiter is traveling through the part of your chart that will increase your capacity to learn more and develop a deeper awareness of the spiritual and religious dimensions of your life. Pretty heady stuff! Almost certainly, by next summer, you will have developed greater wisdom, and a deeper compassion for the world in general. Perhaps the biggest truth that will dawn is that we are all in the same boat, and what helps one person is done for all.

Virgo the Virgin (August 23-September 22):

Your popularity has been increasing while Jupiter has been traveling through your House of Friendships. Not only have you been, and will continue to be, more involved with friends, you will also become more active in organizations, especially ones that benefit society. You will find that friends will be more supportive to you. You will also meet new friends. Of course, this is a twoway street, which means you will be beneficial to others as well. This will make you more idealistic.

Libra the Scales (September 23-October 22):

This is the only time in 12 years that Jupiter sits at the top of your chart. And it’s there for a year! This will bring you recognition for your accomplishments. Expect a promotion at work, public acknowledgment and the respect of your peers. Jupiter might trigger workrelated travel. Jupiter will increase your confidence. Note: This is an excellent opportunity to change your line of work to medicine, the law, higher education and travel. If you do this, the recognition that you might get by staying in your field is unlikely.

Scorpio the Scorpion (October 23-November 21):

The placement of Jupiter in your chart now encourages your desire to travel, and expand your horizons. You want to learn more. You want to meet new, fascinating people. You want to see places you’ve never seen before. Basically, you want

sweeping changes that make your life richer and more rewarding! Because of this, you’ll enjoy travel, going back to school and exploring opportunities in publishing. You might even experience a religious “conversion” or some kind of spiritual regeneration. You will identify with The Seeker.

Sagittarius the Archer (November 22-December 21):

Lucky Jupiter is your ruler; and now it is traveling through one of your Money Houses, which means your assets will increase. You might receive an inheritance. Your partner or someone close to you might earn more, or get a bonus. The next nine months are an excellent time to ask for a loan or seek out a mortgage. The bottom line is you stand to benefit from the shared resources of others. Although you might not see it, sweeping changes that happen now will make your life richer and more rewarding in the future.

Capricorn the Goat (December 22-January 19):

Jupiter sits opposite your sign until next summer, both improving your closest relationships, and allowing your one-toone encounters to show you aspects of yourself and the world around you. This is a tremendous blessing! This applies to all kinds of partnerships—professional, business and marital. You will meet all kinds of people who can help you in various ways. Obviously, this is the perfect time to ask for help from a professional. It’s a marvelous time to marry—and if you do, your partner might be of an age difference and more established.

Aquarius the Water Bearer (January 20-February 18):

Jupiter is sitting in your House of Employment and Health until next summer, meaning this is an excellent time for any kind of work that you do. It also means your health will improve! Basically, you can make progress in the areas that best suit you. You can improve the conditions of your job. You might get a promotion or better working conditions. Or, you might simply get a new job that you like! Furthermore, you will feel satisfaction with your job, and more easily gain the esteem of your superiors.

Pisces the Fish (February 19-March 20):

You are one of the luckier signs when it comes to Jupiter this year because Jupiter is sitting in the most fun part of your chart! This will promote all aspects of your creative self-expression. If you have children, it will improve your relations with them. You’ll feel proud of them. Romance will flourish. Existing relationships will deepen, and teach you more than you ever dreamed possible. But most important of all, this year you will have the opportunity for personal growth, greater freedom of expression and wonderful chances to have fun!

Be informed before you vote

● Information session educates voters on special election ballot issues

Submitted by the League of Women Voters—Fremont, Newark & Union City

California’s special election is set for Tuesday, Nov. 4, 2025. There are two issues on the ballot, each of which, if passed, will have an impact on our lives. The League of Women Voters encourages you to be a well-informed voter before casting your ballot. Proposition 50 asks voters to approve a mid-decade redistricting effort. This State proposition has received a great deal of media attention, and the abundance of paid advertisements will increase as we get closer to Nov. 4. With so much coverage, the messages can get confusing for voters.

Measure B is the second issue on which we will be asked to vote. This measure seeks to provide funding for the Washington Healthcare System by establishing a parcel tax on properties that lie within the district.

In order to provide an opportunity to learn more about these ballot measures, the League of Women Voters is inviting all community members to a FREE program that will explain the Pro and Con arguments of each issue.

This State proposition has received a great deal of media attention, and the abundance of paid advertisements will increase as we get closer to Nov. 4.

The League of Women Voters, a non-partisan organization, encourages informed and active participation in government, and works to increase understanding of major public policy issues.

Voter information session Saturday, Oct. 4 10 - 11:30am Niles Discovery Church 36600 Niles Blvd., Fremont lwvfnuc.org

Local authors meet readers at Hayward Public Library

● Twenty-six writers sell books and connect with fellow literary aficionados

Submitted by Hayward Public Library

Celebrate the literary talent in the community! On the afternoon of Saturday, Oct. 4, Hayward Public Library will hold the first Local Author Festival, a special event featuring dozens of local authors from across genres. Authors will be on-site to meet readers, sell their books and connect with fellow writers.

This year’s list of writers in attendance includes Jonathan Rice ( Broken Pencils), Vanessa Cudmore ( Lotta Pedal ), Colleen Dolan (The Ghost Ship Fire), Malik Sickstein (I Grab the Mic), Dr. María Ochoa (Russell City: Images of America), Mary Beth O’Connor ( From Junkie to Judge) and many more.

On Oct. 4, Hayward Public Library will hold the first Local Author Festival, a special event featuring dozens of local authors from across genres

This event is open to kids, teens and adults—a great opportunity for readers of all ages to explore new voices and support local creativity. The event is free to attend and no registration is required. Browse, chat and discover your next great read.

Local Authors Festival

Saturday, Oct. 4

1 - 3pm

Hayward Public Library’s Downtown Library

888 C Street, 2nd floor, Fremont Bank Room

Long ago, pirate treasure included gold doubloons. Doubloons were a type of coin that was used a long time ago, especially in places like Spain and its colonies. It was a valuable coin, like a twenty dollar bill today!

Psssst! I know how you can get one, Captain!

ONE MONTH LATER...

Ahoy! I’m going to name ye POSEIDON!

Here’s how I got me parrot pal, Poseidon!

money I needed. 48 gold doubloons!

First, I set a goal to save the That seemed like an enormous amount of treasure! But Oliver Octopus suggested I think of the 48 doubloons goal as a series of smaller goals.

So I made a goal of saving 10 doubloons. After I did that, I made the goal to save 10 doubloons again!

How many times did I have to save 10 doubloons to get the 48 I needed to buy Poseidon?

Angelina’s Reading Goal

Angelina had the goal of reading 20 hours in one month. At first that sounded like a lot of reading. By breaking the goal into smaller daily and weekly goals, she did it!

Captain Crabcakes worked hard for his 10 doubloons. Put a check mark next to each job he did. If you checked the right boxes, they will add up to exactly 10 doubloons.

Angelina made her goal by making the smaller goal of reading 4 hours a week. If she did the same amount of reading time every day, that came to about 35 minutes a day.

Swab the ship’s deck ......... Roll up the mooring lines ... Wash porthole windows ..... Cook the crew’s dinner ...... Scrub the apple barrels ...... Sweep the crow’s nest ........

3 doubloons

1 doubloon

2 doubloons

1 doubloon

3 doubloons

Double Doubloons

Time yourself as you match each pair of gold doubloons. Now have a friend try. Who was faster?

Treasure or Trash?

You Can Do It!

Break your goal into smaller goals:

There’s an old saying: One person’s trash could be another person’s treasure. Look through the newspaper for ads where people are selling things they don’t want anymore. Can you think of how those unwanted items might be a treasure for someone else?

Write a story about a person finding something special that was no longer wanted by another person.

Solutions from the September 23-29 issue

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Meet local heroes in the Newark community

● Local government and police connect with kids

Submitted by Eve Marie Little

The Newark community is invited to the inaugural “Heroes in the Community” sponsored by Republic Services, Scouting America and Newark Vice Mayor Eve Marie Little.

This event is being organized so that all kids in the Tri-City area have the opportunity to meet and shake hands with the individuals who build our communities. So far, the Newark Mayor and City Council, Assembly Member Alex Lee, Newark Police Department, Alameda County Firefighters, Newark Rotary Club, Alameda County Library, FBI and many more have signed up.

All kids in the Tri-City area have the opportunity to meet with the individuals who build our communities.

When kids arrive, they will be given a “Bingo-like” card which they will go to each hero booth to get stamped. After they have gone to all the booths, they come to the final table and enter a raffle for a $100 gift card.

This event is FREE to all kids from Newark, Fremont, Union City and the surrounding area. For questions, email Vice Mayor Eve Marie Little at EvelynMarieLittle@gmail.com.

Heroes in the Community

Saturday, Oct. 4

10am - 1pm

6800 Mowry

1 6 4 3 5 9 5 9 7 8 6 3 2 5 1 4 2 3 9 8 7 4 2 5

Across

1 Door part (4)

3 Baby’s first word (4)

5 Groups of rels. (4)

8 Puerto Rican city (7)

11 ___ Record. (13)

13 Mum (6)

15 Therefore (2)

16 Where stylish clothes are worn (7,5)

19 Coolers, briefly (3)

21 [This is unsuitable for office viewing] (4)

23 They last less than a shift, traditionally (7,0,5)

24 180 degree turn, slangily (1-2)

25 Dir. at sea (3)

26 Fair share, maybe (4)

27 People who spray it instead of saying it? (8,7)

31 Sloth (4)

32 Data (4)

33 Make money hand over fist (4,2,2)

34 Digits denoting the degree of accuracy (11,7)

38 12-step program’s recommendation (5,10)

43 AOL and NetZero (4)

44 Kid’s ball material (4)

45 Behold (2)

46 Snaps (3)

47 Decorates with Angel Soft, briefly (3)

48 About, on a memo (2,2)

49 Bunches of grapes: Lat. (4)

51 Tower-aided landing: Abbr. (3)

52 Capable of standing trial (6)

55 Execute (2)

57 Old World duck (4)

58 Measure a solution (7)

59 Alex Azar’s dept. (3)

Down

1 What the preacher’s kid likes to play? (5-2-3-6)

2 Implore (3,2)

3 Dr. of rap (3)

4 “Wheel of Fortune” buy (3)

5 Dimensionless physical quantity at the heart of Michael Atiyah’s purported proof of the Riemann Hypothesis (4-9,8)

6 Compassion, figuratively (4,2,5,8)

7 They handle the really big deposits? (14)

9 Trains: Abbr. (3)

10 “___ fallen ...” (3)

12 Vodka order (8)

14 Driver’s need: Abbr. (3)

17 Overthrowing (10)

18 Greek consonants (4)

19 Aide’s job (9)

20 Go after, in a way (3)

22 Shoot (4)

28 Give or sell feudal land (5)

29 Crook (5)

30 Kind of dressing (7)

35 Kan. neighbor (3)

36 Consolidated (7)

37 Kind of duty (6)

39 Tic-tac-toe failure (3)

40 Appearance (6)

41 Part of a jazz combo (3)

42 Sicilian city (4)

45 NASA craft (4)

50 “I do,” for one (3)

51 “___ blimey!” (3)

53 Above (2)

54 Ottoman governor (3)

“No kidding!” (2)

ACTIVITIES&EVENTS

TUE SEPT. 30

Help Keep Music In Our Schools - Free Training starts September: Help keep music in our schools and communities. Best volunteer role ever! UCC Fremont, 38255 Blacow Road, Fremont, 9:15-11:45am, Free. musicforminors2.org, 510.733.1189.

WED OCT. 1

Foster Family Support Town Hall: Alameda County Supervisor David Haubert has launched a new initiative focused on enhancing support for foster youth and their Resource Parents (formerly known as foster parents) in his district. Fremont Main Library, 2450 Stevenson Blvd. 5:30-7:30pm, bit.ly, 510.272.6642.

National Coffee with a Cop Day: Stop by to share your perspective and learn more about public safety in Fremont. Suju’s Coffee, 4949 Stevenson Blvd., Fremont, 11am-12pm.

San Leandro PCFMA: Jesse Loren

Strickman performs a free 4hr set at the San Leandro PCFMA farmers market. Downtown San Leandro Farmers’ Market, 300 Estudillo Ave., San Leandro, 3pm, bandsintown.com.

THU OCT. 2

Read to a Dog at Union City Library: This program is for children to practice their reading skills. Priority tickets given to elementary school age children who are working on these skills. 34007 AlvaradoNiles Road, Union City,

3:30-4:30pm, aclibrary.bibliocommons.com, 510.745.1464.

FRI OCT. 3

Mobile Library at Schilling Elementary: Discover all that the mobile library has to offer! Get a free library card and borrow from our mobile library collection. Schilling Elementary School, 36901 Spruce Street, Newark, 12:302:30pm, aclibrary.bibliocommons.com, 510.745.1477.

SAT OCT. 4

Dog Costume Contest at Downtown Dog Days: Think your dog has the best costume? Enter the Downtown Dog Days Costume Contest! Sign up at aniandcat. com/downtowndogdays for a chance to be recognized with a special treat for the top looks. The event is open to the public no ticket required. 10am - 2pm, Fremont Downtown Event Center Plaza, 3500 Capitol Ave, Fremont.

Local author book reading: Pamela Alder will be having a book reading and signing of her Maddy and Mia series. Coloring books will also be available. 10am-2pm, Fremont Event Center, 3500 Capital Ave., Fremont.

Friends of San Leandro Library’s semi-annual Fall Book Sale: Thousands of quality books, CDs, DVDs, and LPs, as well as collectibles, signed first editions, and rare books. All proceeds benefit San Leandro Library programs and services. San Leandro Main Library, 300 Estudillo Avenue, San Leandro, 11am-3pm.

Mariela’s Music Time: Mariela’s Music Time is a lively, engaging bilingual performance in Spanish and English that blends vibrant rhythms, multicultural sounds, and the rich traditions of the Bay Area. 3600 Norbridge Ave., Castro Valley, 11-11:45am, aclibrary.bibliocommons.com, 510.667.7900.

Nami Walks: Together we can walk for mental health awareness. Fremont Central Park, 40000 Paseo Padre Pkwy., Fremont, 9am-1pm.

Props and Cons of Prop 50: The League of Women Voters invites all to a free program in the pros and cons for California Prop 50 redistricting and local

Measure B from Washington Healthcare System. Niles Discovery Church, 36600 Niles Bld., Fremont, 10-11:30am, Free. lwvfnuc.org.

Stack City Brick-Con: Admission is free so bring all of your LEGO® builders, enthusiasts and fans. If you’ve been missing Bricks by the Bay, our convention is bringing back the LEGO® spirit to the Bay! Chabot College, 25555 Hesperian Blvd., Hayward, 10am-7pm, purplepass.com.

Talkin’ Dirt! Seed Saving: After your successful harvest, let’s start planning for the next season! Fremont Library, 2400 Stevenson Blvd., Fremont, 11am-12pm, aclibrary.bibliocommons.com, 510.745-1444, 510.745.1400.

Castro Valley Greek Festival: Listen to live bouzouki music and try folk dancing, sample Greek-style street food, tour Byzantine-rich church, shop at the marketplace. Free admission! Resurrection Greek Orthodox Church, 20104 Center St., Castro Valley. Sat: 11am - 9pm, Sun: 11am - 6pm, resurrectiongoc.com/greekfestival.

SUN OCT. 5

MON OCT. 6

Sip Tea and Paint, for Adults: Join us for a relaxing afternoon with coffee, tea, and paint. Paint supplies, instruction, and hot beverages will be provided. Cherryland, 278 Hampton Road, Hayward, aclibrary.bibliocommons.com, 510.284.0640, 510.626.8522.

OPA! Celebrate or discover Greek music, food and heritage on Oct. 4 and 5 at Castro Valley's Greek Festival.

Victor Carvellas

Fremont traffic updates

● Road work in the Niles area will affect traffic in October

Submitted by Fremont Police Department

Temporary One-Way Traffic Control on Niles Canyon Road in Sunol Caltrans will implement temporary one-way traffic control on State Route 84 (Niles Canyon Road) near the town of Sunol. Crews will be installing new guardrails on eastbound SR-84. Temporary one-way traffic control is necessary to safely complete this work. Work is weather dependent and expect travel delays.

Work Schedule:

• Duration: Approximately four weeks (Sept. 24 to Oct. 24)

• Traffic control: One-way traffic control will be in place 24 hours daily for the duration of the project.

Learn More: dot.ca.gov/caltransnear-me/district-4/d4-news/2025-0923-sr-84-traffic-control

Full Closure of SR-84 in Niles Canyon for Extreme Maintenance Project Caltrans is scheduled to close State Route 84 in Niles Canyon on Saturday, Oct. 4, and Sunday, Oct. 5, from 5am to 3pm each day for the Niles Canyon Extreme Maintenance Project. Caltrans will carry out intensive maintenance along SR-84 in Niles Canyon.

This concentrated effort enhances safety and roadway reliability for motorists, pedestrians and local communities. For safety, a full closure of SR-84 through Niles Canyon will be in effect during project hours.

Work will include:

• Drainage and culvert cleaning

• Guardrail and fence repairs

• Electrical and sign work

• Tree limb clearance from power lines (PG&E)

• Rail line repairs along Niles Canyon Railroad

• Vegetation removal and tree trimming

Traffic Impacts:

• Duration: Full closure of SR-84 through Niles Canyon Oct. 4 and Oct. 5 (5am - 3pm both days).

• Traffic control: Detours and advance message signs will be in place, expect travel delays.

Day of the Dead exhibition returns to Hayward

● Monthlong exhibit includes pop-up shop and craft days

Submitted by Marcess Owings

The Hayward Area Historical Society (HAHS) is happy to announce the return of the Day of the Dead exhibit this autumn. The works of over 25 local artists and many students can be viewed at the Hayward Area Historical Society Museum from Oct. 2 through Nov. 8. This event has been sharing locally made art work with the community since 2014.

Special programs and crafts will be available to the public during the run of the exhibition. Family Fun Saturday craft days are scheduled on Oct. 4, 18 and 25, and Nov. 1. Crafts are suitable for adults and children and include making tissue paper marigolds, foil art, monarch butterflies, skeletons and skull masks.

On Saturday, Oct. 11, support local artisans during a pop-up shop at the museum. A Halloween Art Show and Pop-Up Market will be held downstairs that same day.

Dia de los Muertos, or Day of the Dead, is practiced by people throughout the Americas to celebrate life and death through honoring loved ones that have passed. Special symbols are associated with the holiday, like monarch

Ballet Folklórico Mexicano de Carlos Moreno celebrates the annual

Día de Muertos tradition

● Performance features 50 dancers and vocalist Nina Hernandez

Submitted by Lisa Moreno

Bbutterflies, marigolds and sugar skulls. Those who celebrate believe that the souls of the deceased have returned during a time when the veil between the worlds of the living and dead is thinnest, and memorialize this brief reunion with food, drink and celebration.

“We are very happy to be able to bring this exhibition back to our community,” says executive director and curator Diane Curry, “and are grateful for the participation of so many wonderful artists.”

The Hayward Area Historical Society Museum is located on the second floor of 22380 Foothill Blvd. in Hayward. Parking is available behind the building off of Russell Way. The museum is open from 11am to 3pm on Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays.

More information about the exhibit and special Saturday programs is available at haywardareahistory.org.

Day of the Dead Exhibit

Oct. 2 - Nov. 8

Hayward Area Historical Society Museum

22380 Foothill Blvd., Hayward haywardareahistory.org

allet Folklórico Mexicano de Carlos Moreno will stage its much-anticipated production of “Día de Muertos 2025” the first Saturday in October. This annual tradition brings to life the rich history and spiritual significance of Día de Muertos through vibrant dance, stunning costumes and powerful live performances. This year’s program will feature over 50 dancers, accompanied by vocalist Nina Hernandez, and promises to be a moving celebration of life, remembrance and cultural pride.

Ballet Folklórico Mexicano de Carlos Moreno, a cultural ambassador of Mexican heritage, was founded in 1967 by Carlos Moreno Samaniego. For over five decades, this celebrated dance company has captivated audiences with their

performances showcasing the artistic diversity of Mexico, from indigenous rhythms to European-influenced dances. With a repertoire of over 120 dances, the company continues to share Mexican cultural traditions with audiences of all ages.

Purchase tickets on Eventbrite or call 510.928.0687

Día de Muertos 2025 Saturday, Oct. 4 2pm, 7pm

WITCH WATCH ‘Witchy Woman’ by Lou Jiminez will be featured in the Day of the Dead exhibition.

Henry J. Kaiser Center for the Arts Calvin Simmons Theatre, 10 Tenth St., Oakland

VIBRANT DANCE Ballet Folklórico Mexicano de Carlos Moreno has a repertoire of over 120 dances.

Courtesy of VI/VUTHIKORN and Robert Marciel

CULTURAL TRADITIONS The long-running ballet company showcases the diversity of Mexico.

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November 4, 1933 – May 11, 2024 Fremont Chapel of the Roses

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John P. Duarte

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Keith Alan Carter

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Cesar A. Silva

Robert Eugene Beall

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Marilyn Juarez

Fremont Chapel of the Roses

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March 5, 1942 – September 3, 2025

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Fremont Chapel of the Roses

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Andres Millan Ylarde

July 7, 1971 – August 27, 2025

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Natividad “Naty” D. Yanos

February 4, 1926 – May 4, 2024

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Kumar Banerjea

November 15, 1949 – September 20, 2025

Patty was a woman with a larger-than-life personality and a laugh that could capture a room. She had a sincere love for being the life of the party and a true knack for having a great time. Her zest for life was infectious, and she had a way of making everyone around her feel welcome and happy.

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July 31,1930 – May 22, 2024

Gail Blalock

Resident of Fremont

November 19, 1928 – September 13, 2025

In her younger years, Patty was an avid gardener with a green thumb that could make anything bloom. She was also a talented seamstress, creating beautiful garments with care and precision, and a gifted cook whose kitchen was the heart of her home, filled with delicious smells and warm memories. Patty approached all her hobbies with the same passion and enthusiasm she brought to every aspect of her life.

Ruth Ferretti Fonseca

Resident of Fremont

Ruth Ferretti Fonseca

Venkateswara Nagineni

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She is survived by her loving family and many friends who will deeply miss her vibrant spirit, joyful laugh, and unwavering love of a good time. Patty’s legacy is the countless moments of laughter and happiness she shared with those who knew her.

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She was the loving mother of Joe Hawkins, James Realph, Kenny (Lilly) Realph, Cynthia (John) Simon and Jerilyn (John) Geishirt. Patty was the world’s best grandmother to Kristena, Brienden, Desiree, Bettina, Dennis, Kortney, and Kyla along with being a great-grandmother to 5.

Patty is preceded in death by her loving husband, Herbert Realph; her sister, Gayle Nolan; her brother, Carl Miller; and step-son, Steve Realph.

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September 3, 1938 – May 21, 2024

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September 3, 1938 – May 21, 2024

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Resident of Castro Valley

January 26, 1963 – September 11, 2025

Resident of Fremont

Patty was born in Kenefic, OK, but she lived the majority of her life between Amarillo, TX, Sherman, TX, Hayward, CA and Newark, CA. In lieu of flowers, the family asks that contributions can be made in Patty’s name to: ASPCA.org.

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Maria Anita Salazar

April 4, 1951 – May 20, 2024

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November 15, 1964 – September 10, 2025

Govinda Rao Degala

Joseph Ormonde

Resident of India

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February 1, 1958 – May 17, 2024

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Ngoc Nguyen

September 6, 1938 – September 9, 2025

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Thomas R. Handley, 72, passed away peacefully on Thursday, May 16, 2024, at the Kaiser Permanente Fremont Hospital, in Fremont, California, surrounded by his family. Tom was born on March 17, 1952 in Muncie, Indiana, to the late George (“Dick”) and the late Miriam (Cooper) Handley. He grew up in Selma, Indiana, attended Culver Military Academy and graduated in 1970 from Muncie Central High School. Later he received his bachelor’s degree from Indiana Wesleyan

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August 28, 1928 – September 8, 2025

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Thomas Handley

California and travels, especially He thrived on he was elected Directors of the District where 20 years; he also Board of the and at the time its Vice-President; long-standing Rotary Club the Elks and Club. Tom was many and a mentor of young people. He is survived Cheryl Handley his nephew, Reza mavar, his nieces Roxanna Handley-Namavar. (husband, Shamim grand-nephew and his stepson He is also survived close friends. Celebration will be held at Fremont, California Muncie, Indiana. Tom’s ashes will Cemetery in Memorial be made to the Tumor Association www.abta.org Bay Philharmonic www.bayphil.org. Berge, Pappas, of the Angels, Cremations, in California, are arrangements. condolences and Tom may be www.bpschapel.com.

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Tom was an avid scuba diver and underwater photographer, skills he learned in the gravel California travels, He thrived he was Directors District 20 years; Board and at its Vice-President; long-standing Rotary the Elks Club. many of young He Cheryl his nephew, mavar, Roxanna (husband, grand-nephew and his He is close Celebration will be Fremont, Muncie, Tom’s Cemetery Memorial be made Tumor www.abta.org Bay Philharmonic www.bayphil.org. Berge, of the Cremations, California, arrangements. condolences Tom may www.bpschapel.com.

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Fictitious Business Name(s):

ISLA FOOD EXPRESS, 7921 ENTERPRISE DR STE A, NEWARK, CA 94560 County of ALAMEDA

Mailing Address: 5720 MOWRY SCHOOL RD, NEWARK, CA

Registrant(s): ISLA CENTRAL KITCHEN CORP, 7921 ENTERPRISE DR STE A, NEWARK, CA 94560 County of ALAMEDA

Business conducted by: A CORPORATION

The registrant began to transact business using the fictitious business name(s) listed above on 08/22/2025. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Alameda County on 08/22/2025.

S/ JOANGEL RAMOS

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business name(s) listed above on 01/01/2015. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Alameda County on 08/22/2025. S/ MIGUEL PALOMARES 9/30, 10/7, 10/14, 10/21/25

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FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. 617288

Fictitious Business Name(s): LA HUMADERA, 44356 S GRIMMER BLVD., FREMONT, CA 94538 County of ALAMEDA

Registrant(s): TACOS MI REYNITA INC., 1864 CARPENTIER ST., SAN LEANDRO, CA 94577

Business conducted by: A CORPORATION

The registrant began to transact business using the fictitious business name(s) listed above on N/A.

This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Alameda County on 08/28/2025. S/ MARIA PONCE 9/23, 9/30, 10/7, 10/14/25

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FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. 617579

Fictitious Business Name(s): ACURA OF FREMONT, 5700 CUSHING PARKWAY, FREMONT, CA 94538 County of ALAMEDA

MAILING ADDRESS: 3225 STEVENS CREEK BLVD, SAN JOSE, CA 95117

Registrant(s): PAYKAN MOTOR CORP., 3225 STEVENS CREEK BLVD, SAN JOSE, CA 95117

Business conducted by: A CORPORATION

The registrant began to transact business using the fictitious business name(s) listed above on N/A.

This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Alameda County on 09/12/2025. S/ DON TENA 9/23, 9/30, 10/7, 10/14/25

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FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. 617587

Fictitious Business Name(s):

AMADA SENIOR CARE FREMONT CA, 41111 MISSION BLVD STE 213, FREMONT, CA 94539 County of ALAMEDA

Registrant(s): PARHELIXX LLC, 41111 MISSION BLVD STE 213, FREMONT, CA 94539 County of ALAMEDA

Business conducted by: A LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY

The registrant began to transact business using the fictitious business name(s) listed above on N/A.

This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Alameda County on 09/12/2025. APRIL YUN 9/23, 9/30, 10/7, 10/14/25

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FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. 617459

Fictitious Business Name(s): MULA HERBALS, 5510 LATTARI ST., DUBLIN, CA 94568

County of ALAMEDA

Registrant(s):

SAGEPATH SOLUTIONS INC, 5510 LATTARI ST., DUBLIN, CA 94568 County of ALAMEDA

Business conducted by: A CORPORATION

The registrant began to transact business using the fictitious business name(s) listed above on N/A.

This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Alameda County on 09/08/2025. SURBHI ANEJA, OWNER 9/23, 9/30, 10/7, 10/14/25

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The registrant began to transact business using the fictitious business name(s) listed above on N/A.

S/ RYAN MACHAMER, CEO

This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Alameda County on SEPTEMBER 8, 2025 9/23, 9/30, 10/7, 10/14/25

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FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. 617019

Fictitious Business Name(s): MADE 2 FIRE, 979 CORPORATE WAY, FREMONT, CA 94539 County of ALAMEDA

Mailing Address: 1054 SHEARWATER RD, LATHROP, CA 95330

Registrant(s): FAM VENTURES LLC, 1054 SHEARWATER RD, LATHROP, CA 95330 (CALIFORNIA)

Business conducted by: A LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY

The registrant began to transact business using the fictitious business name(s) listed above on 8/19/2025.

S/TONGHE ZHANG, MEMBER

This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Alameda County on AUGUST 19, 2025 9/23, 9/30, 10/7, 10/14/25

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FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. 617573

Fictitious Business Name(s): FICC (FREMONT INDOOR CRICKET COMPLEX), 40645 FREMONT BLVD UNIT #30, FREMONT, CA 94538, COUNTY OF ALAMEDA

Mailing Address: 251 MUSCAT CT., FREMONT, CA 94539

Registrant(s):

MJSS INVESTMENTS LLC, 40645 FREMONT BLVD UNIT #27, FREMONT, CA 94538 (CALIFORNIA)

Business conducted by: A LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY

The registrant began to transact business using the fictitious business name(s) listed above on N/A.

S/ SAEED AHMED, OWNER / PRESIDENT

This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Alameda County on SEPTEMBER 11, 2025 9/23, 9/30, 10/7, 10/14/25

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FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. 616622

Fictitious Busines639 EASTWOOD WY, HAYWARD, CA 94544 COUNTY OF ALAMEDA

Registrant(s): ALPHA FLOW LLC, 639 EASTWOOD WY, HAYWARD, CA 94544 (CALIFORNIA)

Business conducted by: A LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY

The registrant began to transact business using the fictitious business name(s) listed above on JUNE 2025. I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant who declares as true any material matter pursuant to Section 17913 of the Business and Professions code that the registrant knows to be false is guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed one thousand dollars [$1,000].)

S/ KENT VANHO, MANAGING PARTNER

This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Alameda County on AUGUST 4, 2025.

Public Notices Deadline: Noon Wednesday

SU-LING CHEAH, 1042 EMERALD TER, UNION CITY, CA 94587 (CALIFORNIA)

Business conducted by: AN INDIVIDUAL

The registrant began to transact business using the fictitious business name(s) listed above on 1/2/2008. I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant who declares as true any material matter pursuant to Section 17913 of the Business and Professions code that the registrant knows to be false is guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed one thousand dollars [$1,000].)

S/SU-LING CHEAH, OWNER

This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Alameda County on SEPTEMBER 9, 2025.

The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this state of a fictitious business name in violation of the rights of another under federal, state, or common law (see Section 14411 et seq., Business and Professions Code).

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FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. 617473

Fictitious Business Name(s): BLUSHFIRE CANDLE CO., 630 VESPER AVE, FREMONT, CA 94539 County of ALAMEDA

Registrant(s): TERESSA SHANK, 630 VESPER AVE, FREMONT, CA 94539 County of ALAMEDA Business conducted by: AN INDIVIDUAL

The registrant began to transact business using the fictitious business name(s) listed above on N/A. I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant who declares as true any material matter pursuant to Section 17913 of the Business and Professions code that the registrant knows to be false is guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed one thousand dollars [$1,000].)

S/ TERESSA SHANK

This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Alameda County on 09/09/2025.

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FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. 617130

Fictitious Business Name(s): BULA NATURAL LIVING, 25125 SANTA CLARA ST STE 211, HAYWARD, CA 94544 County of ALAMEDA

Mailing Address: 25125 SANTA CLARA ST STE 211, HAYWARD, CA 94544 County of ALAMEDA

Registrant(s): NI SA BULA INC, 23785 CABOT BLVD STE 305, HAYWARD, CA 94545

Business conducted by: A CORPORATION

The registrant began to transact business using the fictitious business name(s) listed above on 08/01/2025. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Alameda County on 08/22/2025.

S/ MEENAI NARAYAN

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FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. 617531

Fictitious Business Name(s): ARTEAGAS FOOD CENTER (NEWARK), 5524 THORNTON AVE, NEWARK, CA 94560 County of ALAMEDA

Registrant(s): ARTEAGAS RETAIL GROUP, INC, 5524 THORNTON AVE, NEWARK, CA 94560 County of ALAMEDA

Business conducted by: A CORPORATION

The registrant began to transact business using the fictitious business name(s) listed above on 01/01/2010. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Alameda County on 09/10/2025.

S/ MARIA GUADALUPE LOPEZ

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FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. 617128

Fictitious Business Name(s): SUNCREST PREMIER LANDSCAPING, 27321 TYRRELL AVE, HAYWARD, CA 94544 County of ALAMEDA

Registrant(s): MIGUEL PALOMARES, 27321 TYRRELL AVE, HAYWARD, CA 94544 County of ALAMEDA

Business conducted by: AN INDIVIDUAL

The registrant began to transact business using the fictitious

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. 617534

Fictitious Business Name(s): PLAYCO, 2046 San Benito Drive, Fremont, CA 94539 County of ALAMEDA

Registrant(s): KEEFE LIAM E MCNALLY, 2046 San Benito Drive, Fremont, CA 94539

Business conducted by: an Individual

The registrant began to transact business using the fictitious business name(s) listed above on N/A.

S/ KEEFE LIAM E MCNALLY, Owner

This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Alameda County on 09/10/2025. Original Filing 9/23, 9/30, 10/7, 10/14/25

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FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. 617562

Fictitious Business Name(s): HISTORY IS LIT, 3979 WILDFLOWER COMMON, FREMONT, CA 94538 County of ALAMEDA

Mailing Address: PO BOX 1321, FREMONT, CA 94538

Registrant(s):

MELANIE A STANDLEY, PO BOX 1321, FREMONT, CALIFORNIA 94538

Business conducted by: AN INDIVIDUAL

The registrant began to transact business using the fictitious business name(s) listed above on 10/15/2018.

S/ MELANIE ANN STANDLEY

This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Alameda County on SEPTEMBER 11, 2025 9/23, 9/30, 10/7, 10/14/25

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FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. 617455

Fictitious Business Name(s): SCHOOL OF ROCK FREMONT, 43510 CHRISTY STREET, FREMONT, CA 94538 County of ALAMEDA Mailing Address: 3257 VALLEYBROOK WAY, HAYWARD, CA 94541

Registrant(s):

MACHAMER ROCKS, 3257 VALLEYBROOK WAY, HAYWARD, CA 94541 (CALIFORNIA)

Business conducted by: A CORPORATION

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FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. 617453

Fictitious Business Name(s): DESTIVO VACATION FINDER, 2231 MANN AVE #2, UNION CITY, CA 94587 County of ALAMEDA

Registrant(s): SEEBREEZE HOSPITALITY LLC, 2231 MANN AVE #2, UNION CITY, CA 94587 County of ALAMEDA

Business conducted by: A LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY

The registrant began to transact business using the fictitious business name(s) listed above on 09/06/2025. I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant who declares as true any material matter pursuant to Section 17913 of the Business and Professions code that the registrant knows to be false is guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed one thousand dollars [$1,000].)

S/ SACHIN BHATNAGAR

This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Alameda County on 09/08/2025.

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FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

File No. 617480

Fictitious Business Name(s): SLC DESIGN, 1042 EMERALD TER, UNION CITY, CA 94587

Registrant(s):

Fictitious Business Name(s): INSTITUTE OF ORIENTAL MEDICINE, 2499 INDUSTRIAL PKWY WEST, HAYWARD, CA 94545 County of ALAMEDA Registrant(s): VITALITY UNIVERSITY INC, 2304 S EL CAMINO REAL, SAN MATEO, CA 94403 Business conducted by: A CORPORATION

The registrant began to transact business using the fictitious business name(s) listed above on 08/13/2025. I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant who declares as true any material matter pursuant to Section 17913 of the Business and Professions code that the registrant knows to be false is guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed one thousand dollars [$1,000].)

S/ JEFFREY MAH

This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Alameda County on 08/14/2025.

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FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. 616865

Fictitious Business Name(s): VITALITY UNIVERSITY, 2497 INDUSTRIAL PKWY WEST, HAYWARD, CA 94545 County of ALAMEDA

Registrant(s): VITALITY UNIVERSITY INC, 2304 S EL CAMINO REAL, SAN MATEO, CA 94903

Business conducted by: A CORPORATION

The registrant began to transact business using the fictitious business name(s) listed above on 08/13/2021. I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant who declares as true any material matter pursuant to Section 17913 of the Business and Professions code that the registrant knows to be false is guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed one thousand dollars [$1,000].)

S/ JEFFREY MAH This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Alameda County on 08/14/2025.

NOTICE: In accordance with subdivision (a) of Section

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17920, a fictitious name statement generally expires at the end of five years from the date on which it was filed in office of the county clerk, except, as provided in subdivision (b) of Section 17920, where it expires 40 days after any change in the facts set forth in the statement pursuant to section 17913 other than a change in the residence address of a registered owner. A new fictitious business name statement must be filed before the expiration.

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FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

File No. 617369

Fictitious Business Name(s): CHARLIE N GRACE REAL ESTATE TEAM, 38059 STENHAMMER DR., FREMONT, CA 94536

Registrant(s): CHARLIE LUI, 38059 STENHAMMER DR., FREMONT, CA 94536

Business conducted by: AN INDIVIDUAL

The registrant began to transact business using the fictitious business name(s) listed above on 09/02/2025.

I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant who declares as true any material matter pursuant to Section 17913 of the Business and Professions code that the registrant knows to be false is guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed one thousand dollars [$1,000].)

S/ CHARLIE LUI

This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Alameda County on 09/03/2025.

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FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. 617413

Fictitious Business Name(s): VILLAQUIN RENTALS, 37625 CANTERBURY ST., FREMONT, CA 94536 County of ALAMEDA

Registrant(s):

ISAAC VILLARREAL LLANES, 37625 CANTERBURY ST., FREMONT, CA 94536 County of ALAMEDA

MILDRED VILLARREAL , 37625 CANTERBURY ST., FREMONT, CA 94536 County of ALAMEDA

Business conducted by: MARRIED COUPLE

The registrant began to transact business using the fictitious business name(s) listed above on 03/08/2019. I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant who declares as true any material matter pursuant to Section 17913 of the Business and Professions code that the registrant knows to be false is guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed one thousand dollars [$1,000].)

S/ ISAAC VILLARREAL LLANES

This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Alameda County on 09/04/2025.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. 617293

Fictitious Business Name(s): ETERNAL AUTO DETAILING, 3900 HORNER ST APT 110, UNION CITY, CA 94587 County of ALAMEDA Registrant(s): KYLE TORRES, 3900 HORNER ST APT 110, UNION CITY, CA 94587

Business conducted by: an Individual The registrant began to transact business using the fictitious business name(s) listed above on N/A. I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant who declares as true any material matter pursuant to Section 17913 of the Business and Professions code that the registrant knows to be false is guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed one thousand dollars [$1,000].)

S/ KYLE TORRES, This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Alameda County on 08/29/2025.

NOTICE: In accordance with subdivision (a) of Section 17920, a fictitious name statement generally expires at the end of five years from the date on which it was filed in office of the county clerk, except, as provided in subdivision (b) of Section 17920, where it expires 40 days after any change in the facts set forth in the statement pursuant to section 17913 other than a change in the residence address of a registered owner. A new fictitious business name statement must be filed before the expiration. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this state of a fictitious business name in violation of the rights of another under federal, state, or common law (see Section 14411 et seq., Business and Professions Code).

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PUBLIC NOTICES

PUBLI C NOTICES

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

File No. 617355

Fictitious Business Name(s): ONGI, 5790 JARVIS AVE., NEWARK, CA 94560 County of ALAMEDA

Mailing Address: 217 TWINVIEW DR, PLEASANT HILL, CA 94523

Registrant(s): SALVENTUM INC, 217 TWINVIEW, PLEASANT HILL, CA 94523 (CALIFORNIA)

Business conducted by: A CORPORATION

S/JOOJIN PAK, PRESIDENT

This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Alameda County on 9/3/2025.

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FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. 617331

Fictitious Business Name(s): HOYTRA, 39900 BLACOW RD APT 9, FREMONT, CA 94538 County of ALAMEDA

Registrant(s): SAAD HOYEK, 39900 BLACOW RD APT 9, FREMONT, CA 94538 County of ALAMEDA

Business conducted by: AN INDIVIDUAL

The registrant began to transact business using the fictitious business name(s) listed above on N/A.

S/ SAAD HOYEK

This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Alameda County on 09/02/2025.

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FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

File No. 616928

Fictitious Business Name(s): CRAFTING DAY AND NITE, 4915 NELSON ST., FREMONT, CA 94538 County of ALAMEDA

Registrant(s):

DANIELLE NITE,4915 NELSON ST., FREMONT, CA 94538

County of ALAMEDA

Business conducted by: AN INDIVIDUAL

The registrant began to transact business using the fictitious business name(s) listed above on 08/15/2025. I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant who declares as true any material matter pursuant to Section 17913 of the Business and Professions code that the registrant knows to be false is guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed one thousand dollars [$1,000].)

S/DANIELLE NITE

This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Alameda County on 08/15/2025.

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correct. (A registrant who declares as true any material matter pursuant to Section 17913 of the Business and Professions code that the registrant knows to be false is guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed one thousand dollars [$1,000].)

/s/ AYESHA ALI

This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Alameda County on 08/29/2025

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FICTITIOUS BUSINESS

NAME STATEMENT File No. 617292

Fictitious Business Name(s): COFFEEONXTHERUN, 36849 LAUREL ST., NEWARK, CA 94560, County of ALAMEDA

Registrant(s): AYESHA ALI, 36849 LAUREL ST., NEWARK, CA 94560, County of ALAMEDA

Business conducted by: AN INDIVIDUAL

The registrant began to transact business using the fictitious business name(s) listed above on N/A

I declare that all information in this statement is true and

Public Notices Deadline: Noon Wednesday

Section 17920, where it expires 40 days after any change in the facts set forth in the statement pursuant to section 17913 other than a change in the residence address of a registered owner. A new fictitious business name statement must be filed before the expiration. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this state of a fictitious business name in violation of the rights of another under federal, state, or common law (see Section 14411 et seq., Business and Professions Code).

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FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. 617256

Fictitious Business Name(s):

INFERENCE SEARCH, 41916 CORTE SANTA BARBARA, FREMONT, CA 94539 County of ALAMEDA

Registrant(s):

SHWETHA B ALAMPALLI, 41916 CORTE SANTA BARBARA, FREMONT, CA 94539 County of ALAMEDA

Business conducted by: AN INDIVIDUAL

The registrant began to transact business using the fictitious business name(s) listed above on 08/22/2025. I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant who declares as true any material matter pursuant to Section 17913 of the Business and Professions code that the registrant knows to be false is guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed one thousand dollars [$1,000].)

S/ SHWETHA B ALAMPALLI

This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Alameda County on 08/27/2025.

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FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. 617204

Fictitious Business Name(s): DOLOOP DIGITAL / BUILDHEALTH.COACH / JAAMVN / EKRASWORKS, 3277 RIDGEFIELD WAY, DUBLIN, CA 94568, County of ALAMEDA

Registrant(s): DO LOOP LLC, 3277 RIDGEFIELD WAY, DUBLIN, CA 94568, County of ALAMEDABusiness conducted by: A LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY

The registrant began to transact business using the fictitious business name(s) listed above on 08/26/2025.

S/ GAURAV RASTOGI

This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Alameda County on 08/26/2025.

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FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. 617305

Fictitious Business Name(s): JUST PET ME COUNTRY CLUB, 2545 BROADWAY, OAKLAND, CA 94612 County of ALAMEDA

Mailing Address: 25 COFFEE BERRY LANE, ORINDA, CA 94563

Registrant(s): ASHLEY TSANG, 25 COFFEE BERRY LANE, ORINDA, CA 94563

Business conducted by: AN INDIVIDUAL

The registrant began to transact business using the fictitious business name(s) listed above on 08/20/2025. I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant who declares as true any material matter pursuant to Section 17913 of the Business and Professions code that the registrant knows to be false is guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed one thousand dollars [$1,000].)

S/ ASHLEY TSANG

This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Alameda County on 08/29/2025.

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FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. 616588

Fictitious Business Name(s): JULY STUDIO, 38750 PASEO PADRE PARKWAY STE A2, FREMONT, CA 94536 County of ALAMEDA Registrant(s): QIYUE STUIDO LLC, 38750 PASEO PADRE PARKWAY STE A2, FREMONT, CA 94536 County of ALAMEDA Business conducted by: A LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY

The registrant began to transact business using the fictitious business name(s) listed above on 08/01/2025.

S/ QINGAN CAI

This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Alameda County on 08/04/2025.

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FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. 617196

Fictitious Business Name(s): SIGNATURE AUTO SALES & RENTALS, 38623 FREMONT BLVD STE 160, FREMONT, CA 94536 County of ALAMEDA Registrant(s): SIGNATURE AUTO SALES & RENTALS LLC,38623 FREMONT BLVD STE 160, FREMONT, CA 94536 County of ALAMEDA

Business conducted by: A LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY

The registrant began to transact business using the fictitious business name(s) listed above on 08/25/2025. I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant who declares as true any material matter pursuant to Section 17913 of the Business and Professions code that the registrant knows to be false is guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed one thousand dollars [$1,000].)

S/ DAY DUY TRAN This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Alameda County on 08/26/2025.

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GOVERNMENT

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NOTICE TO CONTRACTORS

Sealed bids will be received in the Office of Purchasing Services at 3300 Capitol Ave., Bldg. B, Fremont, California, up to the hour of 2:00 PM on October 21, 2025, at which date, time and place the bids will be opened publicly and the dollar amounts of each bid will be read aloud. The bids will be opened by Purchasing and the initiating department representative. 2024 Pedestrian Crossing Enhancement Project PWC 9078 A BIDDERS’ CONFERENCE: There is no conference for this project Plans, special provisions and standard proposal forms to be used for bidding on this project can be obtained for a nonrefundable fee at ARC San Jose located at 2070 Ringwood Avenue, San Jose, CA 95131 via Phone (408) 295-5770 or email: sanjose@e-arc.com or through Planwell at www.earc.com/location/santa-clara. Please reference BID #26-009. No partial sets will be issued, cost is non-refundable. Call to confirm availability of copies before coming to pick up documents. For more information on this project, contact the City of Fremont Purchasing Department at jbecerra-scola@ fremont.gov JANICE BECERRA, CPPB PURCHASING DIVISION CITY OF FREMONT 9/30, 10/7/25

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NOTICE INVITING BIDS

Notice is hereby given that sealed bids will be received by the Union Sanitary District in their office located at 5072 Benson Road, Union City, CA 94587-2508, at any time

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prior to 2:00:00 p.m. local time on November 6, 2025 for furnishing all labor, materials, equipment, and services for the construction of improvements designated as:

Thickeners No. 3 and No. 4 Overflow Line Replacement Project Project No. 800-618

The project consists of the replacement of the buried overflow pipe from Thickener No. 3 and Thickener No. 4. To accomplish this work, the Contractor shall complete the work items indicated in the Contract Documents, including but not limited to the following:

- Replacement of the buried overflow pipe from Thickener No. 3 and Thickener No. 4, tie into the 30” Recycle line, and vent installation on Thickener No. 4 overflow standpipe.

- Field verification work as specified in Section 01050-1.0.

- Preparation and submittal of Record Drawings and Record Specifications in electronic format as required in Section 01720.

The successful bidder will have one hundred and twenty-five (125) calendar days to complete the Project from the Notice to Proceed.

The Engineer’s Estimate for this Project is $450,305. Prebid Conference

A non-mandatory virtual prebid conference call will be held at 1:30 p.m. local time on October 7, 2025. Instructions on how to join the prebid conference are as follows:

To attend the prebid conference by web browser, use the Zoom link below for video and audio: https://us02web. zoom.us/j/81008096222?pwd=PPtxiybOy41FL5QUSH2J0i DkkazwyQ.1

To attend the pre-bid conference by phone: Call: 1-888-788-0099 of 1-877-853-5247

Meeting ID: 810 0809 6222

Participant ID: 704031

Bid Opening Bids will be publicly opened, examined, and declared on said day and hour, and will be referred to the District Board of Directors for subsequent action. The bid opening will be web casted on the internet starting at 2:30 p.m. local time. Instructions on how to join the bid opening are as follows:

To attend the bid opening by web browser, use the Zoom link below for video and audio: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81 001367397?pwd=p3qLoJTQcAcTjqDyca0VUbCHgG9QsZ.1

To attend the bid opening by phone: Call 1-888-788-0099 of 1-877-853-5247

Meeting ID: 810 0136 7397 Participant ID: 824031

A site visit prior to bidding is not mandatory for bidders to be qualified to bid on the project. Prebid photos and videos of the Site of Work as described in the Contract Documents are available to download and view at the hyperlink below: https://www.unionsanitary.ca.gov/about-us/usdconstruction-projects/prebid-photos-and-videos If bidders wish to attend a voluntary site visit, bidders shall contact the District’s Project Manager, Lauren Russell, at (510) 477- 7609 to schedule a site visit. Bidders shall contact the District’s Project Manager at least 72 business hours in advance. The site visits shall be conducted in the presence of the District’s Project Manager or their designee. Under California Laws and Regulations, the District shall inform all prime contractors of public works, to the extent feasible of relevant public work requirements as listed in Section 00010 of the Contract Documents.

All bidders shall consider and incorporate measures to ensure compliance with all applicable state and county health orders, including but not limited to Alameda County Health Order No. 20-14a, as may be updated from time to time (County Health Order), and the Construction Project Safety Protocols in Appendix B to the County Health Order. Unofficial PDF files of the Contract Documents are available for public inspection at the District’s website: https:// unionsanitary.ca.gov/about-us/usd-construction-projects/ projects-out-to-bid. Official PDF files for the project are described below.

All bidders submitting a bid must purchase and receive a USB memory drive containing the official PDF files of the Contract Documents for the Thickeners No. 3 and No. 4 Overflow Line Replacement Project, Project No. 800-618, from the District. The District will not have paper copies of the Contract Documents available for purchase. The USB memory drive may be purchased from the District Office for a non-refundable $75 charge, which includes the appropriate State sales tax and UPS Ground shipping costs. Bidders can provide their UPS or FedEx account number for any overnight shipping, but the charge will not be discounted. Bidders may pay for the USB memory drive by sending a check made out to Union Sanitary District, 5072 Benson Road, Union City, California 94587, or by going to our website www.unionsanitary.ca.gov for payment by VISA or MASTERCARD credit card. Bidders who purchased the USB memory drive will be placed on the Planholder list. All submitted bids must be on the Bid Forms included with the purchased USB memory drive of the Contract Documents or subsequent addenda. A bid submitted to the District by a Bidder who has not purchased and received an electronic USB memory drive of Thickeners No. 3 and No. 4 Overflow Line Replacement Project, Project No. 800-618 or submitted on Bid Forms not included in the purchased electronic USB memory drive or subsequent addenda shall be considered non-responsive and shall be rejected by the District. Each bid must conform and be responsive to the invitation, the Plans and Specifications, and all documents comprising the Contract Documents. Each bid shall be presented under sealed cover and shall be accompanied by a certified check or bidder’s bond, made payable to the District, in an amount not less than ten percent (10%) of the bid. The said check or bidder’s bond shall be given as a guarantee that the successful bidder will execute the contract in conformity with the form of agreement contained within the contract documents, and will furnish bonds and insurance policies as specified within ten (10) days after notification of the award of the Contract to the successful bidder.

Cost for work described in each addenda issued during the time of bidding shall be included in the Bid and the addenda shall become a part of the Contract documents.

Bidders shall develop and submit bids at their own expense. The District will not reimburse any costs associated with the development and submittal of any and all Bids.

The District reserves the sole right to reject any and all bids and to waive any informality in a bid.

No bidder may withdraw its bid for a period of ninety (90) days after the date set for the opening thereof. At the successful Contractor’s option, securities may be substituted for the required retention, in accordance with the provisions of Section 22300 of the State of California Public Contract Code.

In accordance with the provisions of California Public

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Contract Code Section 3300, the District has determined that the Contractor shall possess, as a minimum, a valid Class A License. In accordance with the provisions of California Business and Professions Code Section 7028.15, a bid submitted to the District by a Contractor who is not licensed in accordance with Chapter 9 of the California Business and Professions Code shall be considered nonresponsive and shall be rejected by the District.

Questions concerning this project should be directed to:

Union Sanitary District

Attn: Lauren Russell 5072 Benson Road Union City, CA 94587

Phone: 510-477-7609

By: Manny Fernandez Secretary of the Board Union Sanitary District Date: September 30, 2025 9/30, 10/7/25

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NOTICE TO CONTRACTORS

A BIDDERS’ CONFERENCE: There is no conference for this project

Plans, special provisions and standard proposal forms to be used for bidding on this project can be obtained for a nonrefundable fee at ARC San Jose located at 2070 Ringwood Avenue, San Jose, CA 95131 via Phone (408) 295-5770 or email: sanjose@e-arc.com or through Planwell at www.earc.com/location/santa-clara. Please reference BID #26-011. No partial sets will be issued, cost is non-refundable. Call to confirm availability of copies before coming to pick up documents. For more information on this project, contact the City of Fremont Purchasing Department at jbecerra-scola@ fremont.gov JANICE BECERRA, CPPB PURCHASING DIVISION CITY OF FREMONT

9/30, 10/7/25

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PROBATE

NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER ESTATE OF

JULEE KATE CASTRO AKA JULEE K.

CASTRO AKA JULEE KATE ROGERS CASE NO. 25PR143253

To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the will or estate, or both, of: JULEE KATE CASTRO AKA JULEE K. CASTRO AKA

JULEE KATE ROGERS

A Petition for Probate has been filed by BRYAN GRANT CASTRO in the Superior Court of California, County of ALAMEDA.

The Petition for Probate requests that BRYAN GRANT CASTRO be appointed as personal representative to administer the estate of the decedent.

The Petition requests the decedent’s will and codicils, if any, be admitted to probate. The will and any codicils are available for examination in the file kept by the court.

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 on 10/24/2025 at 9:45 A.M. in Dept. 201 Room N/A located at 2120 MARTIN LUTHER KING JR WAY, BERKELEY, CA 94704.

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 to 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: KORTNEE D. FERIANTE; ADAM FERIANTE, FERIANTE LAW FIRM, LLP, 39899 BALENTINE DRIVE, SUITE 315, NEWARK, CA 94560, Telephone: 510-827-2623 9/30, 10/7, 10/14/25

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NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER ESTATE OF DIANE HENAS

CASE NO. 25PR143540

To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the will or estate, or both, of: DIANE HENAS

A Petition for Probate has been filed by ALAMEDA COUNTY PUBLIC ADMINISTRATOR in the Superior Court of California, County of ALAMEDA. The Petition for Probate requests that ALAMEDA COUNTY PUBLIC ADMINISTRATOR be appointed as personal representative to administer the estate of the decedent.

A hearing on the petition will be held in this court on OCTOBER 30, 2025 at 9:30 A.M. in Dept. 201 Room N/A located at 2120 MARTIN LUTHER KING JR WAY, BERKELEY, CA 94704.

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.

Petitioner: PO BOX 2071, OAKLAND, CA 94604, Telephone: 510-577-1979 9/30, 10/7, 10/14/25

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NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER ESTATE OF ARRON WARD STANLEY, SR. CASE NO. 25PR142587

To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the will or estate, or both, of: ARRON WARD STANLEY, SR.

A Petition for Probate has been filed by STANLEY ARRON WARD, JR. in the Superior Court of California, County of ALAMEDA.

The Petition for Probate requests that STANLEY ARRON WARD, JR. be appointed as personal representative to administer the estate of the decedent.

A hearing on the petition will be held in this court on 10/22/2025 at 9:45 AM in Dept. 201 located at 2120 Martin Luther King, Jr. Way, Berkeley, CA 94704, Berkeley Courthouse.

There are two ways to appear at your remote hearing:

1. ZoomGov is an audio and video conference software. You can access ZoomGov with a computer or smartphone (iOS or Android). For more information about ZoomGov, please visit https:// www.zoomgov.com or http://alameda.courts.ca.gov/ Pages.aspx/Remote-Appearances-Zoom-.

2. If you do not have a computer or smartphone, you can call in to your remote hearing with your cellphone or telephone.

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

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person or by your attorney.

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.

9/30, 10/7, 10/14/25

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NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER ESTATE OF VERNA WRIGHT

CASE NO. 25PR138508

To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the will or estate, or both, of: VERNA WRIGHT

A Petition for Probate has been filed by NWEKE HEARNE in the Superior Court of California, County of ALAMEDA. The Petition for Probate requests that NWEKE HEARNE 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 on OCTOBER 1, 2025 at 9:45 A.M. in Dept. 202 Room N/A located at 2120 MARTIN LUTHER KING JR WAY, BERKELEY, CA 94704.

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.

Petitioner: 4141 DEEP CREEK RD, #60, FREMONT, CA 94555, Telephone: 510-358-9693 9/16, 9/23, 9/30/25 CNS-3967309#

TRUSTEE SALES

TS No: CA08001327-24-1 APN: 092A-0725-052-00 FKA 092A-0725-052 TO No: 240647742-CA-CHI NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE (The above statement is made pursuant to CA Civil Code Section 2923.3(d)(1). The Summary will be provided to Trustor(s) and/or vested owner(s) only, pursuant to CA Civil Code Section 2923.3(d)(2).) YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED September 24, 2012. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDINGS AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. On October 16, 2025 at 12:00 PM,

TCV@TRICITYVOICE.COM

at the Fallon Street emergency exit to the Alameda County Courthouse, 1225 Fallon St., Oakland, CA 94612, MTC Financial Inc. dba Trustee Corps, as the duly Appointed Trustee, under and pursuant to the power of sale contained in that certain Deed of Trust recorded on October 1, 2012 as Instrument No. 2012320400, of official records in the Office of the Recorder of Alameda County, California, executed by ROBERT LOMELIN JR A SINGLE MAN, as Trustor(s), in favor of WELLS FARGO BANK, N.A. as Beneficiary, WILL SELL AT PUBLIC AUCTION TO THE HIGHEST BIDDER, in lawful money of the United States, all payable at the time of sale, that certain property situated in said County, California describing the land therein as: AS MORE FULLY DESCRIBED IN SAID DEED OF TRUST The property heretofore described is being sold “as is”. The street address and other common designation, if any, of the real property described above is purported to be: 35611 SHERIDAN CT, NEWARK, CA 94560 The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address and other common designation, if any, shown herein. Said sale will be made without covenant or warranty, express or implied, regarding title, possession, or encumbrances, to pay the remaining principal sum of the Note(s) secured by said Deed of Trust, with interest thereon, as provided in said Note(s), advances if any, under the terms of the Deed of Trust, estimated fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee and of the trusts created by said Deed of Trust. The total amount of the unpaid balance of the obligations secured by the property to be sold and reasonable estimated costs, expenses and advances at the time of the initial

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publication of this Notice of Trustee’s Sale is estimated to be $448,638.00 (Estimated). However, prepayment premiums, accrued interest and advances will increase this figure prior to sale. Beneficiary’s bid at said sale may include all or part of said amount. In addition to cash, the Trustee will accept a cashier’s check drawn on a state or national bank, a check drawn by a state or federal credit union or a check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association, savings association or savings bank specified in Section 5102 of the California Financial Code and authorized to do business in California, or other such funds as may be acceptable to the Trustee. In the event tender other than cash is accepted, the Trustee may withhold the issuance of the Trustee’s Deed Upon Sale until funds become available to the payee or endorsee as a matter of right. The property offered for sale excludes all funds held on account by the property receiver, if applicable. If the Trustee is unable to convey title for any reason, the successful bidder’s sole and exclusive remedy shall be the return of monies paid to the Trustee and the successful bidder shall have no further recourse. 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 visit the Internet Website address www.nationwideposting.com or call Nationwide Posting & Publication at 916.939.0772 for information regarding the Trustee’s Sale for information regarding the sale of this property, using the file number assigned to this case, CA08001327-24-1. 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 NOTICE TO TENANT FOR FORECLOSURES AFTER JANUARY 1, 2021 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,”

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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 after the date of the trustee sale, you can call 916.939.0772, or visit this internet website www. nationwideposting.com, using the file number assigned to this case CA08001327-24-1 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. Date: September 11, 2025 MTC Financial Inc. dba Trustee Corps TS No. CA08001327-24-1 17100 Gillette Ave Irvine, CA 92614 Phone: 949-252-8300 TDD: 711 949.252.8300 By: Loan Quema, Authorized Signatory SALE INFORMATION CAN BE OBTAINED ONLINE AT www.nationwideposting.com FOR AUTOMATED SALES INFORMATION PLEASE CALL: Nationwide Posting & Publication AT 916.939.0772 NPP0478755 To: TRI-CITY VOICE 09/23/2025, 09/30/2025, 10/07/2025 9/23, 9/30, 10/7/25 CNS-3968743#

SPORTS

SOCCER SEASON Chabot Women’s and Men’s teams are close to closing out their first month matches.

Chabot soccer teams close out first month of the season

● Glads play Woodland and Hartnell Colleges

By April Ramos

On Friday, Sept. 26, Chabot College’s soccer teams played one of their last September games.

The women’s team traveled to Woodland Community College for their eighth

game of the season. Although the first half of the game saw no goals, action was still seen on the field. In the twentieth minute of the game, Woodland player Kenya Shears received the first and only yellow card of the match.

The Chabot offense had great contact with the ball and created opportunities with eleven shots at goal in comparison to Woodland’s four shots.

In the second half, the Chabot Gladiators finally saw fruition to their con-

tinuous ball possession. At the 72-minute mark Kiana Ayllon got the first goal of the match with the assist of Julie Lemoine.

The action didn’t stop there. Just six minutes after their first goal the team took advantage of the momentum and scored their second and final goal of the game by Abigail Lopez with the assist by Kiana Ayllon. Final score 2-0.

The Chabot Women’s team is now 5-2-1 overall this season.

On the same day the Chabot Men’s team stayed on their home field in Hayward to battle it out with Hartnell College of Salinas.

The Hartnell Panthers took control immediately. Just three minutes into the match, Hartnell’s Kevyn Trejo Aviles made an unassisted goal on Chabot goalkeeper, leaving the Glads in catch-up position from the first whistle.

Thirty-four minutes into the game the Panthers received a yellow card, which would not be the last of the match.

Into the second half, the Panthers had a set goal when they were given a penalty kick at the 66-minute mark. With a 0-2 score the Glads stepped up their game with some aggression earning them their first yellow of the game, followed by a goal at the 74-minute mark by Brandon Espinoza with assistance from Jose Magallon. Two more yellow cards were given out to both teams.

After Chabot got their goal, Hartnell came back with their third goal just under 10 minutes before the final whistle by Isidro Flores.

With the final score of 3-1, Chabot continues their shaky season with 3-3-2 overall record.

Newark Police investigate fatal traffic collision

● Collision near Hickory Drive is the city’s first traffic fatality of 2025

Submitted

by Newark Police Department

On Thursday, Sept. 25, 2025, at approximately 5:28pm, Newark Police Officers and members of the Alameda County Fire Department responded to a reported traffic collision on Thornton Avenue near Hickory Street.

Upon arrival, first responders located a single-vehicle collision with two occupants, one of whom had been ejected. Emergency personnel immediately rendered aid, but despite these efforts, both occupants succumbed to their injuries.

The driver was a 33-year-old male resident of Hayward, and the passenger was a 31-year-old male resident of Union City. This is Newark’s first fatal traffic collision of 2025.

The Newark Police Department Traffic Unit is actively investigating the cause of the collision. It is unknown at this time whether impairment was a factor.

Anyone with information is asked to contact Traffic Sergeant Karl Fredstrom at karl.fredstrom@newarkca.gov or by phone at 510.578.4974. Information can also be provided anonymously via the Anonymous Tip hotline at 510.578.4965.

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Breast Cancer Screening: The Impact of 3D Mammography

Wednesday, Oct. 8, 5 p.m.

Celebrate Breast Cancer Awareness Month by learning the latest advancements in early detection.

Shingles: What You Need to Know About Prevention and Treatment

Wednesday, Oct. 22, 5 p.m.

Shingles can be painful, unpredictable, and even dangerous. Learn who is at risk, how the latest vaccines can offer protection, and ways to reduce complications.

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in their lives, making it one of the most common forms of cancer in women. While there’s no way to completely prevent breast cancer, it is possible to find the resources and support to find, treat and beat breast cancer right here in your community.

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Wednesday, Nov. 5, 5 p.m.

surgery as part of a treatment plan. From lumpectomies to mastectomies and breast reconstruction techniques, this video provides a comprehensive understanding of surgical interventions, empowering patients and caregivers with knowledge crucial for informed decision-making and optimal care.

Protecting your brain health is just as important as caring for your body. This talk will explore ways to support cognitive function as you age.

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Breast Cancer Screenings: When and Why When it comes to breast cancer, early detection is key. At this seminar, learn how breast cancer can be detected and when mammograms are recommended.

Breast Cancer Surgery: What Are the Options? The overwhelming diagnosis of breast cancer may include

Treating Breast Cancer in the Community One in 8 women will

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Experts will speak on the latest breast cancer treatment options available at Washington Health, and how complementary therapies help improve physical and emotional well-being during and after cancer treatment.

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Emceed by Victoria Leiphart, MD, FACOG, Gynecologist

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