Who's Hiring in Rockridge, East Bay This Week

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IKEA Recalls Crib Mattresses Due to Risk of Entrapment

The crib mattresses could create a gap between the mattress and crib ends larger than allowed by federal regulations, posing a hazard.

Wendy's Pulling Soda Off Kids' Meal Menu

Wendy's will follow the lead of other fast food chains and remove soda as an option for its kids' meals.

Possible Kaiser, Nurses Union Pact Reached; Next Week's Strikes Averted

Tentative agreement includes “groundbreaking workplace protections” and pay increase for 18,000 nurses from North Bay to Fresno.

Listeria Recall: Granny Smith and Gala Apples

If you can't determine the grower of your apples, throw them away.

Kaiser Mental Health Care Workers Strike for Patient Care

The march marked the fifth day of strikes among 2,600 mental health workers across California.

Annual Restaurant Week in Oakland Starts Thursday, Kick-Off Party This Evening

Oakland Joins Statewide California Restaurant Month Celebration

Who's Hiring in Rockridge, East Bay This Week

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Average Price of Gas in Rockridge, Bay Area Down Nearly 40 Cents Since December

Have the plummeting gas prices affected how you drive?

Port of Oakland: Cargo Volume Reached All-Time High in 2014

The 2014 record beats the record set in 2006.

Frosty Fob Gets You Free Treats for a Year

Buy the fob for a buck, and then enjoy a year of free Jr. Frosty treats. To sweeten the deal, proceeds help kids in foster care.

Undeclared Allergens Recall: Morningstar Farms

The company says some products may inadvertently contain peanuts.

Free Chipotle Offer Begins Jan. 26

Chipotle can be found in Oakland and Alameda.

CA Ban on Foie Gras Lifted; Back on Menu in Bay Area Restaurants

A judge struck down the state's ban on the sale of foie gras Wednesday amid cheers from restaurateurs and vows to appeal by animal lovers.

Blue Shield vs. Sutter Health Dispute To Force Thousands To Switch Doctors

A contract termination affects Sutter facilities in Bay Area communities including the East Bay.

New Year, New Job? Who's Hiring Near Rockridge and in East Bay

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Petco Drops Chinese-Made Treats

Federal officials are investigating reports the treats sickened and killed thousands of pets. There's a Petco in San Leandro and Alameda.

Safeway to Pay Nearly $10M for Improper Disposal of Hazardous Waste

The lawsuit alleged the Pleasanton-based company failed to properly dispose of hazardous waste at more than 500 California facilities.

Kaiser Permanente's Mental Health Workers Planning to Strike in East Bay

Some 2,600 clinicians are planning to walk out because they say Kaiser is failing to provide timely and adequate care to patients.

Does T-Mobile Owe You a Refund?

California customers are owed hundreds of thousands of dollars. Use this link to file your claim.

Keurig Recalls Coffee Machines, System Can Overheat

A recall for 7 million of these machines is underway. Some 90 people have been burned by the unit.

Find The Best Gifts Under $100 With The 2014 Rockridge Patch Holiday Gift Guide

Shop for everyone on your holiday list, all within your budget. Amazon.com has a large distribution center in Newark.

Find Jobs Near Rockridge and in the East Bay

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Bye Bye Big Mac? McDonald's to Cut Eight Menu Items

The fast food giant announced it will cut eight items from its menu as soon as January, according to reports.

Frozen Food Recalled Over Possible Salmonella Contamination

Check your freezer for the lot number and "best by" date.

East Bay Government Websites Affect by Global Cyber Attack

Local clients include the CPUC, Alameda County and several East Bay cities among the list of those served by Granicus.

Interim CEO Named for Alameda Health System

Daniel Boggan, Jr. will officially begin his new post on December 15.

And The Top Toys for 2014 Are... (Hint: It's Cold Up There)

Wondering what to get this year for the little ones? Here are a few ideas.

How Can Black Friday Employees in Rockridge Score a Free Meal This Week?

SpoonRocket will deliver a free meal to Black Friday employees who are working.

Black Friday: 7 Tips to Protect Yourself From Hackers

Black Friday and Cyber Monday are busy days for shoppers and hackers.

Black Friday 2014: Kohl's Ad

Christmas pajamas, deals on televisions, computers, toys and more—it’s all on sale

5 Tech Fails on Your Holiday Shopping List

If the deal on that TV looks too good to be true, it probably is. Digital lifestyle expert Kim Komando gives the low-down on gifts to avoid.

Black Friday 2014: Best Buy Ad

How about a Samsung Galaxy S5 for a buck? Amazing deals on televisions, tablets, DVDs and more.

Best Black Friday Deals: JCPenney, Macy's, and ... Rite Aid?

These three retailers have the highest average discounts for Black Friday, according to one survey.

Black Friday 2014: Target Ad

Beats by Dre for $97 and a GoPro HERO3+ with a $50 gift card for $249.99.

Attention, Rockridge Shoppers: Black Friday 2014 Lowes Ad

What a tease—Lowes is revealing one new Black Friday item each day! Watch its clever, animated bit for each product.

Black Friday 2014: Walmart Ad

Walmart gives you 3 shots at doorbusters this year.

Supershuttle Drivers in Bay Area Protest Higher Fees Compared to Transportation Network Companies

About 75 percent of the drivers serving the San Francisco International Airport, Oakland International Airport and San Jose did not show up.

McDonald's Recall: If Your Child Got One of These in a Happy Meal, Be Sure to Toss It

McDonald's is recalling 2.3 million Hello Kitty whistles because of a choking hazard.

East Bay Nurses Continue Second Day of Strike to Protest Ebola Preparedness, Staffing Issues

In the East Bay, nurses were on the picket lines in Fremont, San Leandro, Oakland, Walnut Creek and Richmond.