Alameda Spite House likely built in ill will but ‘a little jewel box’ today
The Island home's exact history is murky and disputed, but the current owners seem happy with it despite frequent lookie-loos.
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Pittsburg’s Small World Park still a ‘hidden gem’ for generations of kids
Run by the city's Recreation Department, its 8 acres of attractions have provided family fun for young children since 1979.
Alumnus from Alameda’s Encinal High graduates U.S. Army’s West Point
Max Onaga will soon go to Missouri for an officer course, then to South Korea for combat training and engineering duties.
Obituary: Joe King, 97, was Alameda columnist, teacher and youth mentor
"One of those few unique individuals," the longtime Alameda Journal writer and avid runner won Marin County's Dipsea Race twice.
Obituary: Cabral, Alameda’s West End ‘mayor,’ was mentor to generations
The lifelong Island resident who was deeply involved with the local Boys & Girls Club died in February at 84.
Alameda’s school tax Measure E passing with slim majority Wednesday
With just 3% more than the two-thirds approval threshold needed, school district officials are "cautiously optimistic but not ready to announce victory."
Alameda schools parcel tax supporters hoping to get out March 5 vote
Measure E would combine, continue past levies, has no organized opposition but needs two-thirds primary majority to pass.
Artist meticulously hand-paints commercial signs in Alameda
One of the area's less than a dozen practicing the craft, he creates exacting works for cafes, barbershops and other businesses.
New Year’s Eve big band gala returning to Alameda’s USS Hornet
The World War II ship-turned-museum will ring in 2024 with vintage attire, dancing and the music of Three O’Clock Jump and Swing Six.
Say goodbye to Alameda’s Bladium, hello to pickleball club The Hub
Amid a statewide chain's opening of a new location in a hangar at the former naval air station, the increasingly popular sport is no longer just for seniors.