Community Corner
Week in Review: Burglar Boom; New Principal; Limo Update; Speakers On The Waterfront
A look at some of last week's stories in Alameda.
Things to Do: USS Hornet Mystery Tour; 'Odd Couple;' Gritty Blues; Legal Aid. Events around Alameda this week: Aug. 19 to 25. Details.
Police Log: Home Burglars Score Cash, Prescriptions, Electronics, Jewelry. Robbery on Blanding, assault on Brush, and more from Aug. 11 to 18. Story here.
Underachieving or Overachieving? Qui Sa? Recently the Alameda Unified School District (AUSD) reported its STAR results for academic year 2012-2013. Read blog here.
New Captain to Take Helm of USCG Cutter Stratton. Details here.
St. Philip Neri School Welcomes New Principal. Jessica Murray has degrees in economics and international management as well as a teaching credential. More here.
Alameda, San Leandro Survivors Describe Deadly Limo Fire. Alameda resident Mary Guardiano escaped the limousine, then opened the limo's rear doors but was unable to reach others trapped inside, according to a statement she gave to the California Highway Patrol. More here.
Pleas for Help Heard in 911 Calls During Limo Fire. One Alameda resident died in the May 4 fire on the San Mateo Bridge, while another Island woman survived. More here.
Senator Corbett Responds to CHP Limo Fire Report. Senator Corbett believes SB 109 can help limousine passengers in the event of a fire or other emergency. Story here.
Corbett Audit Request of Limo Safety Funds Approved. The tragic limo fire on the San Mateo Bridge in May has has prompted an audit request which includes funds to oversee and regulate limousines in California. Details.
Public Meeting to Discuss Alameda Point Waterfront, Town Center Tonight. Story here.
Alameda Point Town Center Plan Gets an Airing. Speakers told the Alameda Planning Board that they want Bay views preserved and small businesses supported. Details here.
