Commissioners will hear about a rezoning request for a new grocery store and mixed-use senior housing development at a site owned by the University of California.
The cost-saving move will afford the Chamber with more resources for outreach, but what does it say about the city's business environment?
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School reputation can have a significant impact on home values, as illustrated in the contrast between real estate prices in El Cerrito and Albany.
There's a new business in town devoted to building raised garden beds. One teacher took a moment to thank its owner and the local funding group that paid for materials for the project.
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The University of California plans to build a second campus for the Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory. Officials announced their location shortlist candidates Monday.
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A storefront that's been vacant for several years on San Pablo Avenue may become a grass-fed burger joint.
BART reports ridership is reaching near record levels again, making a seat a tough thing to find during commute hours.
The water district's general manager has asked the board of directors to approve the rate increase to pay for rising costs.
The California State Automobile Association says gasoline prices will probably rise again in a few weeks.
The permit application is scheduled to be reviewed at the May 10 Planning & Zoning Commission hearing.
Local Realtor Ira Serkes posted these photographs in the new Albany Patch photo group on Flickr.
The university announced six possible sites for a second Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory campus on Monday.
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Find out which places you can't park -- and when you can't park there.
Officials discussed the lawsuit in closed session Monday night.
The Google Maps car, which provides the "street view" images we know and love, is in Albany updating its footage. The driver said he expects to finish up late Tuesday.
Two brothers who hoped to open Albany's first medical marijuana dispensary have filed a lawsuit against the city. Click the white lettering in the green banner above to find all our medical marijuana coverage.
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When Andrew An felt discriminated against by an El Cerrito Lucky policy limiting the number of students inside, he asked Patch to look into it, triggering a correspondence that halted the rule at all Lucky stores, at least for further review.
ThisHood launched earlier this month with the goal of bringing blocks, and all Albany residents, together.
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Here's the weekend guide. Saturday's the day for bargain hunting.
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After a disastrous 1883 powder plant explosion, several more followed.
A revamped Four Corners Cafe, under new management, had its grand opening Sunday.
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Higher depreciation and more expensive tires are among the items driving up the cost of operating a car.
This neighborhood gym offers a host of group training classes, personalized attention and a variety of weight and cardiovascular training options.
Go out for all the bargains. And check out the photo below with info for free portraits April 9.