Contra Costa County Public Library: DO Try This At Home! Story Times For Your Baby Or Toddler. Part 1 – The Books

Books (Reading/Talking) For babies and toddlers ages 0-2, enjoy small board books with thick, sturdy pages. Choose books with simple bla ...

Strawberry Moon: How To See The June Full Moon In El Cerrito

The Strawberry Moon is the last supermoon of 2021. It will be visible in El Cerrito Thursday night and Friday before dawn.

4th Of July Fireworks 2021 Near El Cerrito

Patch has your complete guide to Fourth of July fireworks shows, parades and other celebrations near El Cerrito and the East Bay.

East Bay Mass Shooting Leaves 3 Dead, 5 Injured At House Party

One of the injured was in critical condition Monday morning from the Sunday night shooting, according police.

Richmond Art Center Presents 'California Girls' Exhibit

The 1971 exhibition was the last show organized by groundbreaking curator Tom Marioni for RAC.

Free Microchipping For El Cerrito Pets

An appointment is required for the June 27 clinic. Appointments are expected to fill quickly — here's the link to schedule it right now.

El Cerrito Area Home Prices Up Recently

Home prices have skyrocketed in the El Cerrito area since the pandemic began.

Unemployment Improves In El Cerrito Area: Feds

There are a record number of job openings in the U.S. labor market; Contra Costa County's unemployment rate decreased recently.

Surprise Dad This Father’s Day By Sharing A Photo On Patch

Publish a photo of pops on the El Cerrito Patch for Father’s Day 2021 to share your favorite father-son or father-daughter moments.

Contra Costa County Public Library: Library News For June 2021

Here are some of the details about Summer Reading 2021.

Richmond Eatery Tops Best Burgers Of The East Bay List

Are you looking for a big juicy burger with your favorite fixings, or perhaps a surprising twist? Check out these offerings.

Rialto Cinemas Cerrito is Very Open

Rialto Cinemas Cerrito is back and kicking off with a Cerrito Classics Festival

The Digital Divide: How Wide In El Cerrito Area?

More than 150 million Americans don’t use the internet at broadband speeds. See how the El Cerrito area compares.

COVID-19 School Vaccine Clinics Planned Near El Cerrito

Schools around Contra Costa County will hold vaccine clinics for students, their families, and community members. See the full schedule.

Recognize Your 2021 Graduate On El Cerrito Patch

Tell us why your grad is special and send a message of congratulations on El Cerrito Patch.

Fair Market Rent Rates In El Cerrito Area

The coronavirus pandemic and other factors have shaken up the rental market. See how things have changed in El Cerrito area.

Contra Costa County Public Library: May Is Mental Health Awareness Month 

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Contra Costa County Public Library: Library News For May 2021

Last Monday California State Librarian Greg Lucas came down from Sacramento to celebrate our first day of Grab & Go at the Concord and H ...

Happy Mother's Day To Faye Howard

El Cerrito Patch is celebrating Mother's Day 2021 by sharing mother-daughter or mother-son photos and messages of love.

El Cerrito Hate Crime Suspect Arrested

Officers at around 3 p.m. Thursday responded to a report of an assault near the intersection of San Pablo and Potrero avenues, police said.

American Craft Beer Week: Where To Celebrate In El Cerrito

The Brewers Association is urging support of local craft breweries. Here's the complete list of East Bay craft beer taprooms.

Contra Costa County Coronavirus Vaccinations, Cases: Latest Info

This is how the El Cerrito area compares to California for coronavirus vaccinations.

El Cerrito Awarded $500,000 HUD Grant For Affordable Housing

El Cerrito was one of three cities nationally awarded this grant funded through HUD’s HOPE VI Main Street Program.

Mother’s Day 2021: Surprise Mom By Sharing A Photo On Patch

Share your favorite mother-son or mother-daughter photo and sentiments, and we’ll feature it on the El Cerrito Patch.

Student Debt Erased For Contra Costa College's May 2021 Grads

The Contra Costa College Foundation's "Finish Line Fund" ensured more than 60 students will graduate this semester.

Fatal Crash Temporarily Closes On San Tomas Expressway

A single-vehicle crash involving a 23-year-old man on a motorcycle closed the San Tomas Expressway near Pruneridge on Thursday.

Teen Harasser; Asian-Hate Arrest: El Cerrito, East Bay Police Log

Father dies trying to save baby in fire; car runs over man & keeps going; victim shot over gas station parking; man dies in police custody.

FAFSA Completions Down In CA: How El Cerrito Area Schools Compare

See how college aid applications changed for El Cerrito area high schools.

Heads Up: 'Warning' Text Coming To Phones, Computers Near You

El Cerrito, Kensington & area residents could receive fire & police department texts & emails May 2. Don't be alarmed ... only a test ...

Update: Hospital Capacity In El Cerrito Area

Here's how the ongoing coronavirus pandemic has affected hospitals in Contra Costa County.

Contra Costa County Public Library: It's National Volunteer Week

In celebration of National Volunteer Week, please take a moment to enjoy our new featured booklist For the Love of Libraries, in honor o ...

Find Rugged Nature Plus Creature Comforts Along the Central Coast

Bay Area residents looking for a weekend escape will find a true getaway in the wild wonders and sleepy hamlets of the central CA coast.

El Cerrito Police Issue ‘Vishing’ Scam Advisory

Scammers are able to use spoofing applications to present a fake caller ID in order to seem legitimate, police warn.

El Cerrito Armed Robbery Suspect Sought

The incident occurred on April 7 according to police.

Home Prices In El Cerrito Area Increased In Past Year: See How Much

Home prices are expected to stay elevated for the near future. They have increased in Contra Costa County area.

Hate Crime Charges Sought In El Cerrito Anti-Asian Attack: Cops

The victim told officers that a man she did not know had followed her car into her garage shouting racist insults and then spat in her face.

Contra Costa County Coronavirus Vaccination Rates

Here is how the El Cerrito area is doing in the race to vaccinate its population.

Contra Costa County Public Library: A Message About Reopening From The County Librarian

Though we will no longer be able to provide Front Door Service at libraries opening to the public, we have made sure that you can enter ...

Contra Costa County Public Library: Hemingway: The Man Behind The Myth 

You are invited to read along with us through April and participate in our Hemingway Book Club discussion of The Sun Also Rises on Tuesd ...

Federal Tax Payments And Refunds: How Do Yours Stack Up?

IRS figures allow you to compare what you’re paying in taxes with that of your Contra Costa County neighbors.