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Coffee in hand, Martinez? We've got the latest town updates for you. Keep reading to stay in the loop. ☀️

In today's newsletter:

  • How Martinez police handled the threats that locked down Alhambra High
  • What tough choices Martinez may face over its aging marina
  • Want a say on local wildlife projects? Apply from Martinez

Also on today's calendar: Martini Shake Off and 9 more events.

Today's riddle: Why did the chicken go to the gym? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Friday: Areas of low clouds, then sun, with a high of 78 and low of 54 degrees.
  • Saturday: Sunny and pleasant, temps: high: 81, low: 57.
  • Sunday: Nice with sunshine, with a high of 80 and low of 56 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

• UPDATE: Threats Prompt Lockdown At Alhambra High School; Police Say Messages Came From Overseas Source (claycord.com) — Alhambra High School in Martinez briefly went into lockdown after anonymous messages falsely claimed someone on campus had weapons and explosives. Martinez police, aided by other agencies, cleared the school, deemed the threats not credible, and contacted the FBI; counseling is available for students, and anyone with information is urged to reach out to Martinez detectives.
   

• Martinez officials reiterate commitment to marina improvements (mercurynews.com) — Martinez leaders are grappling with costly deterioration at the city's marina, warning that without a private partner they may face service cuts or even a managed retreat from the waterfront. Officials have entered exclusive talks with a development firm, insist no new taxpayer funding will be used, and are simultaneously planning backup options as state shoreline-adaptation deadlines loom.
   

• County accepting applications for Fish and Wildlife Committee at-large seats (thepress.net) — Contra Costa County is seeking applicants for two at-large seats on its Fish and Wildlife Committee, with applications due by Nov. 9 and processed through county offices in Martinez. Any county resident can apply online or by mailing or delivering forms to Escobar Street, with interviews expected later in November for those interested in shaping local habitat and wildlife policy.
   

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💬 Chatter

What your neighbors are talking about on social media

  • Can anyone recommend a gardener to come in and trim/prune an overgrown yard?
    I have shrubs that need to be pruned, roses that need to be trellised, and some plants removed. (Nextdoor Lake Meadow Circle)
  • Dollar Tree posted a job opening for Customer Service Associate in Martinez. Apply here.
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🗞 Nearby News

Pleasant Hill

  • Join us for a chance to win autographed Red & Gold memorabilia (audacy.com)
  • Martinez: Overseas Phone Call Leads to Lockdown at Alhambra HS (contracosta.news)
  • How Assisted Living Takes the Stress Out of Managing Health Alone (sociallifemagazine.com)

Concord

  • What Concord Is Adding To Night Market Downtown (patch.com)

Walnut Creek

  • Walnut Creek City Council Gets Major Pay Increase (patch.com)

Ok Martinez! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh -- and if you like what you're reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!

-- The Patch AM Team

P.S. The answer to today's riddle: He was working on his pecks (pecs). (Thank you W F C. for sending it in!)
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