Monday: Mostly sunny, with a high of 73 and low of 54 degrees.
Tuesday: Mostly sunny, temps: high: 82, low: 57.
Wednesday: Plenty of sunshine, with a high of 82 and low of 58 degrees.
📰 News we're reading
• Be the G.O.A.T. XC Invitational 2026 (milesplit.com) — El Cerrito High cross-country runners turned in strong performances at the Be the G.O.A.T. Invitational, with athletes placing well across freshman, sophomore, JV, and varsity races. Detailed times show El Cerrito boys and girls competing closely with regional powers like Albany, Acalanes, and American Canyon, giving local families a clear snapshot of how their runners stack up this season.
• Free Marine Flare Collection Events in October 2026 (contracosta.news) — El Cerrito boaters can safely dispose of expired marine flares for free at a special West Contra Costa County collection event in Richmond from October 14–24. Participation is limited to residents and boaters from El Cerrito and neighboring West County cities, with proof of residency required. Attendees can also learn about safer, reusable electronic distress signal alternatives.
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US Bank posted a job opening for Float Relationship Banker - North Bay, CA in El Cerrito. Apply here.
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🗞 Nearby News
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UNC dominates Cal to finish sweep of weekend Bay Area field hockey trip (tarheeltribune.com)
Alarming Pedestrian Crash on Telegraph Avenue Injures 1 (sweetlaw.com)
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-- The Patch AM Team
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