Cherry Crop Is Plum Full

Maybe you’re tired of hearing about shortages — of oil, water, money. But there is no shortage of California cherries this year. This could be the biggest crop in state history. 
Cherry growers estimate that 8 million boxes (18 pounds each) will come out of California cherry orchards by the time the crop is all picked [...]

Townspeople Salute Veterans At Alameda Memorial Park

Veterans and their families, along with people from all walks of life who are just grateful for those who served in the country’s armed forces, gathered at the Alameda Veterans Memorial Park on Monday. 
The poignant call of “Taps” sounded from a lone bugle. The sharp report of three rifle bursts crackled under an overcast sky. [...]

Candidates Make Bids For Council

Five candidates are vying for the District 6 seat on the City Council in the most hotly-contested race on the June ballot. 
Wafaa Aborashed
Wafaa Aborashed has lived in San Leandro for 17 years and works as an environmental justice advocate. …. More

Marina Dredge Costs Too Much, Mayor Says

For many San Leandrans, the Marina is a recreational area, a beautiful place to watch the tide or go boating. But the city faces a price tag of $7.5 million … …. More

Prola Leads The Pack in Contributions

The June 3 election is just days away and the candidates have filed their final “460” forms with the City Clerk, … …. More

New Salon in Pelton Center

Elisa Aguilera was hoping that at least one of her six children would follow in her footsteps and understand her love for doing hair. …. More

Boys & Girls Club Fundraiser

Team-Up For Youth Ashland, a division of the San Leandro Boys and Girls Club will be having a fundraiser … …. More

Bill Stephens Named New Vice Mayor

Each May, a new vice mayor is appointed by the City Council. This year, District 5 City Councilman Bill Stephens was chosen to replace Surlene Grant who held the post for the past year. …. More

New San Leandro Website Let’s You Be the Reporter

If you ever wanted to be a reporter, your day has arrived. Today, it’s easier than ever to post your writing or pictures online, and a San Leandran has set up a web site to do just that. …. More

Dhaliwal Charged with Felony Grand Theft

Amritpal “Paul” Dhaliwal, one of the men who survived the tiger attack at the San Francisco Zoo on Christmas Day, has been formally charged … …. More