Martinez Boy Injured in Boston Bombing Throws First Pitch in Oakland Tuesday

Local Olympians Honored at Board of Supervisors Meeting Tuesday

Olympians from Clayton and Concord received county recognition yesterday.

Tarantula Treks Coming on Mount Diablo

Save Mount Diablo is taking reservations for guided tours to see mating tarantulas crawling all over the devil mountain on two Saturdays, Sept. 29 and Oct. 6.

Pinterest Has Martinez Pinned

Users of the virtual pinboard are sharing their favorite pictures from Martinez for inspiration. Are you a Pinterest pinner?

Comment of the Week: Fired Up About Martinez

With all the changes happening in town, what are you most excited about?

Are You Ready For The Martinez Multi-Decade Reunion?

In August, hundreds of people are expected to gather in Martinez to remember the past and celebrate the present. Will you be among them?

Still Time To Sign Up For Relay For Life

This year's event is July 28 and 29 at Las Juntas Elementary School.

Sheba Needs A Home - Is It Yours?

20-year-old cat's owner recently died, and Sheba needs a place to live.

Anthony Cannon Is A Champion Many Times Over

The multiple blue ribbon winner has been in 4-H for eight years, and has many medals to show for his efforts.

S.S.S. Albatross Honored As National Flagship

Martinez-based Sea Scout ship receives national honor.

Martinez Beavers: What, Exactly, Is The Problem?

Sure, you might not care about the creek-dwelling critters, but why the active cry for their demise?

Crisis Chat is New Online Service

Contra Costa Crisis Center is one of six agencies in the nation beta-testing new system.

Here's A Great Shot Of Sunday's Eclipse - Did You See It?

Robert Rothgery sent us this amazing shot of Sunday's solar eclipse.

Pit Bulls Are Just Another Breed Of Dog, Says Bully Bark Owners. What Do You Think?

They get a bad rap in the media, and are no more aggressive than any other breed, says Meryl Cohen of Bully Bark.

All Aboard For National Train Day

Celebration comes to Martinez on May 12.

Happy Cinco de Mayo - What Will You Do To Celebrate Today?

It's a good day to be careful - police are on the lookout for revelers who are driving.

Farewell To Jenny Croghan, Small Town Editor Extraordinaire

Martinez Patch bids a bittersweet farewell to the editor of the Martinez News Gazette, who toiled under the radar to do an exemplary, and thankless, job.

Laurels Pile Up for Retiring KCBS Newsman

One of Martinez' most distinguished residents, Bob Melrose covered the news for 36 years.

Watts Towers Artist Sam Rodia Has A Direct Link To Martinez

Famed sculptor moved here in 1955 to be near family; he died here ten years later.

Watch Out For The Killdeer

It's that time of year when birds are laying and protecting their eggs. At Shoreline Regional Park, one of those birds is hard to see, but easy to hear.

Martinez Native On Mission in Africa to Help Sex Slaves, Other Abused Girls

Mary Street, has settled in Tanzania, where she and her husband are helping to build a home for abused, orphaned, unwanted and disabled girls.

It's Maundy Thursday: What Does That Mean?

Here's an explanation of the meaning behind Maundy Thursday or Holy Thursday, a feast day recognized by Christians in the run up to Easter, and a list of evening church services in Martinez.

Martinez Author Prepares Release Of New Book: "Don't Sweat The Small Stuff For Moms"

Kristine Carlson hopes her latest in the "Don't Sweat" series will help parents find some peace.

You Know You Live In Fun City, Right?

Whether you want to rock out, taste wine, spend quality time with your kids, take in a musical (or take in a musical with your kids), savor and celebrate art, or just go bowling, it's all happening over the next three days, right here in the city limits.

Poll: A Doritos Taco — Delicious or Dangerous?

The newest addition to the Taco Bell menu is a taco with a shell made of nacho-cheese flavor Doritos. Is it a heart attack waiting to happen... or a healthier choice?

Susan B. Anthony Spoke In Martinez

The famous suffragette spoke on the woman's right to vote at the Martinez Opera House on Ferry Street.

On the Fly – Watching the Hawks

A look at the wealth of bird life in and around Martinez, what to look for and where to find it

What's the Most Bike-Friendly Business in Martinez?

The East Bay Bicycle Coalition is seeking nominations for the 3rd Annual Bike-Friendly Business Awards, with a deadline of March 25. What's your pick?

Best Of Patch: Where's The Best Sandwich In Martinez?

This week, we want you to tell us where you think the best sandwich is in town. If it's not on the list, include it in the comments.