Regarding a proposed compromise, when has any legally protected group ever given up their civil and legal rights in the name of compromise?
Letter to the Editor: Shut Out of Golden Gate Park
San Francisco Richmond ReView
NEIGHBORHOOD INFORMATION
The Richmond District is located in the northwest corner of San Francisco, nestled in between Presidio National Park and the city’s Golden Gate Park. The neighborhood, which includes Sea Cliff and Laurel and Presidio Heights, is home to about 80,000 people. About half of Richmond residents are of Asian ancestry, primarily of Chinese and Korean descent. There is also a large Irish population and many recently arrived Russian immigrants.
Several vibrant commercial areas, including California Street, Clement Street and Geary Boulevard, serve the neighborhood. The 1,400 merchants and small offices in the Richmond District offer a wide range of goods and services.
Local landmarks include the Cliff House and the Beach Chalet at Ocean Beach, the V.A. Hospital at Fort Miley, University of San Francisco and numerous holy houses, including Temple Emanuel, St. John’s Orthodox Church and St. John’s Presbyterian Church. There are numerous attractions in Golden Gate Park, including an American Bison pen, M.H. de Young Memorial Museum, California Academy of Sciences, Strybing Arboretum, the oldest children’s playground west of the Mississippi River and a 9-hole golf course.
NEWSPAPER INFORMATION
Distribution by Neighborhood: Presidio and Masonic Avenues to the Pacific Ocean, Golden Gate Park to the Presidio, Sea Cliff
Distribution by Zip Code: 94118 and 94121
Circulation: 25,000
Press Release: Access Improvements Launched in Golden Gate Park
Starting Saturday, Feb. 26, riders of Golden Gate Park’s free shuttle will enjoy major improvements including new weekday service, an expanded route with connection to public transit, more stops, and less waiting, the San Francisco Recreation and Park Department and the San Francisco Municipal Transportation Agency announced today.
Letter to the Editor: We Need Useful Responses to Climate Change
But throwing money into the ocean is less wasteful than what SF is doing right now. Sea levels are rising and NOAA has already mapped out large areas on SF’s east, north and west sides, plus Treasure Island, that will soon be underwater.
Letter to the Editor: Recology Responds to Set Record Straight
The column Recalls and Recology, Feb. 6, 2022, includes factually incorrect and misleading information
‘West Side Stories’: El Mansour
If you’ve ever been to El Mansour (and I strongly encourage you to go if you haven’t!), the combination of interesting decor, delicious food and belly dancing is one of the most unique experiences in SF.
Commentary: Julie Pitta
You might have seen him peddling through the neighborhood: A handsome, silver-haired gent on a bicycle festooned with colorful streamers and flags, pulling a handmade wooden trailer.
Cartoon: ‘Poli-tickling’ by Ralph Lane
Cartoon by Ralph Lane.
New Satire Column: ‘Greg’s Gaffes’
Supply Chain Issues Make Clement Street Farmers Market “mostly baby carrots.”
Then and Now: Parkside Library
Above: In 1950, the Parkside Branch Library at 1200 Taraval St. was under construction. It was the first of eight Modern-style city branches constructed by the architectural firm of Appleton and Wolfard […]
Letter to the Editor: Re-Center Public Education
centering public education. Let’s all Vote Yes on A, B, and C and Recall these three Commissioners. Let’s do this vote on Tuesday, Feb. 15 for the 49,000+ students.
Letter to the Editor: Trash Cans in the Richmond
I would like to suggest that all/most public trash receptacles be removed from the Richmond District.
Press Release: Superior Court Judge Rules Westside Road Closures Legal
Decision ensures residents can continue to recreate safely at the partially-closed Great Highway, JFK Drive, and MLK Drive during the pandemic.
Commentary: Reopen GG Park’s JFK Drive to Provide Access for All
As the City returns to normal routines, with SF residents back at work and in school, JFK Drive is now nearly empty on weekdays.
Press Release: Rossi Pool Reopens After Renovations
The beloved Richmond District pool and recreation center had a soft opening this week following a $15 million renovation.
Letter to the Editor: Upcoming Events to Complement Patrick Kelly ‘Runway of Love’ Exhibit
We have an exciting slate of virtual and on-site events this spring to complement the exhibition, which I thought might be of interest to you and your readers.
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