Pinole man, 25, shot to death in Richmond park
Thu, 23 Feb 2012 00:07:41 GMT

Rene Garcia, 25, was found shot in Shields-Reid Park at 1410 Kelsey St. at 6:47 p.m. after officers responded to reports of "a lot" of gunfire, said Detective Nicole Abetkov.

Police Log: Stolen, Recovered Vehicles, Drunk at PV Lanes and More
Wed, 22 Feb 2012 01:09:52 GMT

We post the Pinole police blotter as it's made available. We edit it for length and to reflect the type and frequency of calls received.

Pinole elimnates position of longtime redevelopment manager
Tue, 21 Feb 2012 13:36:05 GMT

Mary Drazba had worked for the city for 15 years, a time of intense redevelopment activity that saw the construction of the Youth Center and cable TV Studio, Pinole Senior Village and Pinole Shores Business Park; renovation of the senior center and library; revitalization of Old Town Pinole; and two shopping center projects in partnership with The ... (more)

Panera Bread, Five Guys Burgers Might Open in Pinole
Sat, 18 Feb 2012 02:34:21 GMT

A couple of popular casual restaurants might open shop in two of Pinole's shopping centers, depending on approval by the city council.

Pinole Fraud Report, Chase Lead to Capture of Man in Fairfield
Fri, 17 Feb 2012 03:56:50 GMT

A report of a fraud in progress by Pinole police led to a police pursuit that ended with the arrest of a suspect in Fairfield on Thursday.

Nominate Local Champions of Open Government
Thu, 16 Feb 2012 20:42:08 GMT

Do you know people in Pinole who have championed local government transparency? Pinole Patch is participating in Sunshine Week 2012, which begins on March 11, by promoting the Sunshine Week organization's national Local Heroes contest.

Police Officer to Address Pinole's Law Enforcement History
Thu, 16 Feb 2012 10:23:19 GMT

Curious about old timey justice? Wonder when Pinole first organized a city police force? What happened in Pinole during the Prohibition era? Pinole Police Cmdr.

Concord/Clayton police report
Thu, 16 Feb 2012 02:09:23 GMT

A Concord man, 24, was cited on suspicion of alcohol-related disorderly conduct at 1:14 a.m. in the 1700 block of Detroit Avenue.

Viewfinder: Clouds over Pinole
Tue, 14 Feb 2012 10:48:03 GMT

Clouds give the sky presence and Viewfinder didn't miss the opportunity to capture some magnificent cloud formations as Pinole was inundated with random showers throughout Monday.

Historic Pinole: Illegal Fish Catch Goes to Orphans
Mon, 13 Feb 2012 13:30:05 GMT

This week's Historic Pinole involves a company that was caught trying to deal 125 pounds of undersized fish.

Gioia Speaks to Tara Hills Crowd
Mon, 13 Feb 2012 04:10:54 GMT

Contra Costa County Supervisor John Gioia outlined county services available to a gathering of about 40 people at a Saturday breakfast meeting.

Chris Treadway: Albany set to cut the ribbon on new Aquatic Center
Sat, 11 Feb 2012 12:34:54 GMT

The new Albany Aquatic Center, at 1311 Portland Ave., will be dedicated with a grand opening celebration at 4 p.m. Wednesday.

Pinole City Manager's Weekly Report
Sat, 11 Feb 2012 08:20:19 GMT

City Manager Belinda Espinosa announces a workshop on traffic improvements for the Interstate 80 corridor, a Pinole Historical Society presentation about the history of Pinole law enforcement and tips for getting around the pending four-day closure of the Bay Bridge next weekend.

Pinole Businesses: Claim Your Listing in Our Directory
Sat, 11 Feb 2012 04:00:53 GMT

Pinole Patch has built our comprehensive Places page, which is a searchable, categorized directory that includes virtually every business in town.

Pinole Couple Get Reprieve on Auction of Their Home
Sat, 11 Feb 2012 02:00:57 GMT

The Contra Costa Times reports that a man and his wife faced with the acution of their Pinole home have avoided the loss of their home for the time being, thanks to assistance from a county supervisor's office.

Play is the Thing at Collins Elementary School
Fri, 10 Feb 2012 01:53:12 GMT

For Anna Smith, it's always about drama - and comedy and voice, and gestures and imagination.

Map: Where are the Best Places to Kiss in Pinole?
Thu, 09 Feb 2012 21:43:42 GMT

Valentine's Day is drawing near, and couples are preparing, at least, a romantic moment together for the holiday.

Pinole police nab middle-schoolers in alleged burglary attempt
Wed, 08 Feb 2012 23:25:56 GMT

Police booked two middle-school aged burglary suspects and released another to his parent Tuesday after they say the trio tried to break into a house.

Breakfast With County Supervisor Gioia
Tue, 07 Feb 2012 20:23:36 GMT

Pinole and Tara Hills residents will have an opportunity on Saturday to talk to Contra Costa County Supervisor John Gioia during a breakfast at the Tara Hillls Mobile Manor Community Hall.

Historic Pinole: Runaway Railcars, Narrow Escape
Sun, 05 Feb 2012 09:59:09 GMT

This week's Historic Pinole harkens back to the heyday of railroads, telegraph lines and building bridges.