Mona Lisa Macalino, Neighbor

After graduating from UC Davis in 2009 with a degree in communication, I spent a year dabbling in public relations, banking and business. I've finally come full circle and realized that no matter what I'm doing, I always want to write.

I recently moved back to Alameda after some time in Davis, Los Angeles and Dublin. After going to school here all my life, I never thought I'd miss it as much as I did. Alameda is the best!

I've written for The Oakland Tribune, The California Aggie, The Golden Gater Jr., The Oak Leaf and plenty of online websites.

If you have a news tip or just want to talk Alameda, send me a note and I'll be happy to chat.