BY PETER BROOKS Published: June, 2018 Since 2015, community activists in Vallejo have been fighting a proposal to build a cement factory on the Bay’s edge. Bay Crossings has reported on much of our struggle—and our success—in uncovering the negative impacts of the factory pollution, excessive truck traffic and potential harm to the Bay […]
BY PATRICK BURNSON Published: June, 2018 Given that the Bay Area is home to world-class technology and innovation, it’s not surprising that the Port of Oakland has embraced the latest technology to deliver advances in logistics and supply chain management. Late last month, a one-stop, online gateway to the port went live, providing […]
Published: June, 2018 Potomac Father’s Day Cruise Time to honor dad with a cruise on San Francisco Bay aboard the Presidential yacht Potomac. Sail for three hours enjoying a hearty box lunch, hosted wine bar and sites around the bay from Oakland to San Francisco. Sail around Alcatraz and Angel Island paying tribute to […]
Published: June, 2018 Regional Measure 3 (RM3) will on the upcoming June 5 ballot. Last month, the mayors of the Bay Area’s three largest cities made a final push for the passage of this critical measure, which will increase transportation capacity to the Bay Area.
Published: June, 2018 June 4-8 Radar Observer Unlimited Course – Maritime Institute, Alameda, (888) 262-8020, www.MaritimeInstitute.com This five (5) day course provides training to mariners who wish to obtain a USCG endorsement as a Radar Observer (Unlimited). A Radar Observer endorsement is required for all ocean routes; all towing vessel greater than 26 […]
BY PAUL DUCLOS Published: June, 2018 Working behind the scenes at San Francisco Opera’s The Ring and San Francisco Symphony’s semi-staged performances of Mussorgsky’s opera Boris Godunov are two remarkable artists who might otherwise not receive the recognition by audiences they deserve. Indeed, exclusive interviews with SFO’s stage manager and SFS’s director reveal fascinating […]
BY CAPTAIN RAY Published: June, 2018 It was one of the most memorable and active weather days I’ve ever experienced. If I remember correctly, it was Friday, March 2 of this year. However, the date isn’t the focus of this column—the events are, and there were many. The day started with the sky […]
Published: June, 2018 It’s all fun and games this summer as Jack London Square welcomes a diverse array of new restaurants and the state-of-the-art gaming venue Esports Arena Oakland to the waterfront! Building on the community-focused spirit established at Reem’s California, Dyafa is the latest venture from James Beard Best Chef in the […]
Published: June, 2018 The annual summer solstice kicks off the summer season with lots of daylight and numerous ways to enjoy one of the Bay Area’s best features—the Bay itself! Renowned worldwide as a sailing mecca, the Bay draws new sailors from its shores on a regular basis. Many give sailing a try at […]
BY BILL PICTURE Published: June, 2018 The California Energy Commission (CEC) has updated energy efficiency building standards to require that all newly constructed homes be outfitted with solar systems beginning in 2020. The annual reduction of greenhouse gas emissions resulting from the new requirement is expected to be the equivalent to taking 115,000 gas-burning […]