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🌱 Patch AM: How this park board race could reshape Newark’s trails and funding

Also check out Labor Day Wine Warehouse Sale: Up to 85% off! on the Newark Patch calendar

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Hello again Newark! We're bringing you the latest town highlights. Don't miss out, keep going! ☕️️

In today's newsletter:

  • How this park board race could reshape Newark's trails and funding
  • What new landfill rules could mean for Newark's air quality

Also on today's calendar: Labor Day Wine Warehouse Sale: Up to 85% off! and 9 more events.

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

Weather forecast:

  • Friday: Breezy in the afternoon, with a high of 74 and low of 57 degrees.
  • Saturday: Breezy in the afternoon, temps: high: 76, low: 57.
  • Sunday: Areas of low clouds, then sun, with a high of 73 and low of 56 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

• Bruce Henry Challenges Incumbent Olivia Sanwong for EBRPD Seat (independentnews.com) — Newark residents are part of East Bay Regional Park District's Ward 5, where Pleasanton resident Bruce Henry is challenging incumbent Olivia Sanwong in November. The race centers on how the district handles trail access, land conservation, fiscal accountability, and leadership disputes, all of which shape park funding and recreation options for Newark and neighboring communities.
   

• California air district orders Newby Island operators to fix air quality, cut odors (thecooldown.com) — Newark residents affected by odors from the Newby Island landfill may see relief as the Bay Area Air District orders operators to cut hazardous gas pollution, boost monitoring, and reduce smells. The mandate requires continuous hydrogen sulfide tracking, drone-assisted methane inspections, and stronger perimeter air checks, with potential fines if the company fails to comply.
   

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What your neighbors are talking about on social media

  • Independence at Home Presents Fall Prevention - a Free Virtual Class 2-3 pm September 8 —Leslie Smith Read on Patch
  • Help wanted from quilters!
    I have a lovely wall hanging piece quilted by a very talented friend in Arizona. She had intended is as a donation to hang in to preschool of her… (Nextdoor Morton-Mahews)
  • Driving in Fremont/Newark and the Costco run: is it as bad as everyone says?
    Lots of neighbors have mentioned that traffic around here has gotten rough, and Costco is its own headache. Both seem busy no matter when you go,… (Nextdoor Southwest Mayhews Landing Rd)
  • Elma Electronic posted a job opening for Solderer - Backplane Assembly (Fremont, CA) in Fremont. Apply here.
  • Dollar Tree posted a job opening for Assistant Manager I in Fremont. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Newark here.

🗞 Nearby News

Hayward

  • Bicyclist Killed By Driver In East Bay: Police (patch.com)

Redwood City

  • Man Who Molested 3 Boys Gets 60 Years In Prison In SMC: DA (patch.com)

Ok Newark! 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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