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Richmond Review Crossword Puzzle #16 and Solution, October 2023
Sponsored: SF Model Yacht Club Celebrates 125th Anniversary
News Analysis: Homeless Encampment Removals
By Linda Badger Homeless encampments represent a public failure – a manifestation of the desperation of those living on the streets and a threat to the health, safety and livelihoods of our […]
‘Looking Back’: Japanese Stone
By Kinen Carvala How could the same man be the target of a U.S. declaration of war and be commemorated in Golden Gate Park? Hirohito, born in 1901, married his wife Nagako […]
Kilduff’s Korner by Paul Kilduff
Richmond Turns Out for Seventh Autumn Moon Fest
By Nicole Gonzales Residents and visitors filled Clement Street on a sunny Richmond District day to celebrate Chinese culture, heritage and art for the seasonal Autumn Moon celebration. Held on Saturday, Sept. […]
Plans Announced to Develop Alexandria Theatre
By Thomas K. Pendergast District 1 Supervisor Connie Chan negotiated a delay from the San Francisco Historic Preservation Commission to consider giving the Alexandria Theatre “landmark status,” after announcing the theater building’s […]
Sponsored: UPDATED Western Neighborhoods Project: ‘Shipwreck Week’ Fact Sheet
On Oct. 7-14, Western Neighborhoods Project (WNP), a cultural nonprofit dedicated to sharing and preserving the history of west San Francisco, is hosting the City’s first Shipwreck Week. The week presents eight days of unique community events, programming, and activities that cut through the fog of history to share fascinating tales that spotlight San Francisco’s storied connection to the unruly Pacific.
Letter to the Editor: Moving Back to SF a Pleasant Surprise
Well, we decided to rent for a few years and give San Francisco a try. We have so many friends and in our heart of hearts it still felt like home. How bad can it be? It’s actually great – really great. What a surprise.
Commentary: Mark Dietrich
Many neighbors see the work I do to spur positive action and community in the Richmond District (I try to lead by example with integrity, both online and off) and they are constantly asking me what they can do to get involved and help our neighborhood. Here is the list I share with them.
Press Release: Development Plan Announced for Alexandria Theater
Supervisor Connie Chan and Owners of Alexandria Theatre Announce Plan for the Theater On Sept. 19, District 1 Supervisor Connie Chan, joined by the owners of the Alexandria Theatre (5400 Geary Blvd.), TimeSpace […]
Press Release: Cal. Academy Reveals Age of World’s Oldest Living Aquarium Fish
The California Academy of Sciences is excited to reveal the age of beloved Australian lungfish Methuselah (Neoceratodus forsteri), the oldest living fish in an aquarium anywhere in the world. Cutting-edge DNA analysis led by Dr. Ben Mayne of CSIRO and Dr. David T. Roberts of Seqwater estimated Methuselah’s age to be 92 (± 9 years), older than her previously estimated age of 84.
‘Photos of the Month’: September 2023
To submit three photos for consideration to be included in the “Photos of the Month” gallery, send jpegs to Editor@RichmondSunsetNews.com by the 15th of the month.
Commentary: Julie Pitta
Follow the $$$ By Julie Pitta They burst on the political scene with harmless-sounding names – “Neighbors for a Better San Francisco,” “TogetherSF Action,” and “GrowSF” – and slick websites that described […]
Commentary: Yohannes “John” Tewolde – His Life Mattered
Tewolde, 60, was a recent heart surgery survivor. He passed away on Aug. 29, five days after being put in a coma, brain dead and in intensive care. His passing was devastating – the community was praying for a different outcome.
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