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CASTROCASTROA COMMUNITY VALLEYVALLEY NEWSPAPER SERVING CASTRO VALLEY SINCE FORUMFORUM 1989 YEAR 33 WEDNESDAY, MAY 26, 2021 NO. 21

INSIDE YOUR MAC MEETING FORUM Celebrating the Life of CV NEWS Revitalization Teen Slain 27 Years Ago Of Downtown At the 27th anniversary of the loss of Jenny Lin, her family is hosting a virtual Gets Approval ceremony tomorrow, May Scholarships 27, at 7:00 p.m. to renew the Two CVHS graduates commitment to finding Jenny’s By Amy Sylvestri currently occupied by a dry win CVSan’s Waste killer and working with friends CASTRO VALLEY FORUM cleaning establishment, a auto Reduction Scholarships and volunteers in building shop and other businesses. Page 3 long lasting, community-based The developers of the Castro The property is located on program services that model Valley Marketplace have been the corner between Wilbeam HEALTH Jenny’s love of music and given the go-ahead to revamp Avenue and the pedestrian friendship. an adjacent property and con- promenade next to the Joyful A young, talented musician tinue turning the downtown House restaurant and Ice and a straight-A student, Jenny area into a revitalized, more Creamery, with the shared was murdered in her own pedestrian-friendly zone. parking lot with the Market- home in Castro Valley 27 years At Monday night’s meeting place building in the rear. ago, at the age of 14. of the Castro Valley Municipal The Marketplace opened This brutal death devastated Advisory Council (MAC), last year at the former Get Screened her family and shocked the developer Craig Semmelmeyer Daughtrey’s Building after Recommendations for community. Jenny’s parents, received unanimous approval that property stood vacant for lung cancer screenings John and Mei-lian Lin, vowed (MAC Chair Ken Carbone decades. Semmelmeyer now were recently expanded to continue working with the recused himself) to redevelop wants to take the corner exist- Page 10 police until the case is solved, properties located at 3341 and ing property and make it and to carry on Jenny’s dreams 3359 Castro Valley Boulevard, see MAC on page 11 NEWS so that her life may be extend- ed in a unique fashion. Since its establishment, the Jenny Lin Foundation has CHILDREN’S MEMORIAL: This life-size bronze stat- COVID-19: What offered annual music schol- ue at Hayward’s City Hall is dedicated to the memo- arships and free youth music ry of Jenny Lin of Castro Valley, Christopher Jones programs during the summer. and Warren Hoffman of Oakland, and all children who To Expect June 15 see LIFE on back page have died of violence in Alameda County. By Michael Singer Alameda County currently More Growth CASTRO VALLEY FORUM has 61.2% of its population Dig Deep Farms lease fully vaccinated and a rate of approved for organic farming at Ardenwood California is preparing to infections so low that it nearly DA O’Malley Announces that fully open for business starting qualifies for the state’s least Page 12 June 15 with fewer restrictions restrictive Yellow Tier. to businesses and social gather- But with the changes taking She Will Not Seek Reelection ings anticipated. place next month, state health INDEX But there is still a long list officials are eliminating Alameda County District retiring District Attorney Tom of items to consider before you color-coded tiers in favor of Attorney Nancy O’Malley Orloff. She was first elected run out the door. providing recommendations Classified Ads ...... 8 announced last week that she the following year. Last month, Governor see COVID on page 4 Crosswords ...... 9 will not seek reelection to a “We have consistently Gavin Newsom announced Health & Fitness ...... 10 fourth term, but will complete strived to ensure that the crimi- the state would pursue a goal her current term which ends in nal justice system in California of fully reopening in mid- Castro Valley Confirmed Cases = 2,583 Homes ...... 6 2023. and Alameda County is more June, contingent on (1) a low Horoscope ...... 2 “I will work as I hard as I responsive, more aware and number of people going to the Alameda County Vaccinations = 1,779,232 Legal Notices ...... 10 have in the past as I continue to more humane for those who hospital for Covid, and (2) a lead this office,” said O’Mal- are accused, for victims of high number of vaccinations Confirmed Cases = 88,545 Obituaries ...... 11 ley, who became the first crime and for those who wit- for those aged 16 and older. Deaths = 1,679 Opinions ...... 11 woman elected to the position nessed crime,” O’Malley said Currently, the state has California Vaccinations = 36,364,200 Our Town ...... 3 of District Attorney in Ala- in a press statement. fewer cases today than it did meda County. She had joined Under her leadership, the in mid-June last year and more Confirmed Cases = 3,674,044 Weather ...... 2 the District Attorney’s Office office expanded the victim/wit- than 16.4 million (41.5%) Deaths = 61,762 in September 1984 and, in ness division to 40 victim Alameda County DA of residents have been fully as of May 24, 2021 PHONE: (510) 614-1560 2009, was appointed to replace see DA on page 4 Nancy E. O’Malley vaccinated.

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Castro Valley Weather May 26-30, 2021 School Board Appoints Susan Shih Principal of Creekside Middle School

The Castro Valley School education, Shih was a psychi- Board last week appointed atric social worker. Susan Shih as Principal of She earned her Bachelor Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday Sunday Creekside Middle School, Degree in Psychology and So- Mostly Sunny Partly Cloud Mostly Sunny Partly Cloudy Partly Sunny replacing Jaliza Eagles who cial Welfare, and Master’s de- High 71° Low 50° High 69° Low 53° High 71° Low 51° High 66° Low 48° High 77° Low 54° has served in that capacity for gree in Social Welfare at U.C. the last six years. Berkeley. Her Administrative Almanac Moon Phases Shih has been the Assistant Credential in Educational Principal at Castro Valley High Leadership was completed at Past Week’s Rain: 00.00 May Jun Jun Jun School since last July. Before Cal State University, East Bay. Season To Date: 10.21 26 2 10 17 that, she worked in the Mt. “Ms. Shih’s impressive Normal To Date: 19.71 Diablo School District for 13 educational experience and Season Average: 21.22 years where she was a student expertise will positively impact services coordinator for middle Creekside and our district,” Sun sets at 8:22 p.m. today, rises at 5:52 a.m. Thursday. and high school students. Superintendent Parvin Ahmadi Susan Shih, new Prior to her career in public said in a press statement. Creekside principal GOT A NEWS TIP? CALL 510-614-1560 OR EMAIL: [email protected] Community College Reopenings Offer Both Online and On-Campus Classes

John Wins National Merit Scholarship Chabot College in Hayward meetings of classes at both enjoy some of the benefits of and Las Positas College in Liv- campuses. learning in a traditional setting, Rohan John, a senior at project at Highland Hospital ermore will open for the fall “As COVID-19 cases de- while reaping the rewards of a Redwood Christian High in Oakland that investigated 2021 semester with schedules cline across the country and in distance learning environment School, has been selected as cost-effective breast cancer that allow for the most flexibil- our region, we feel very com- during the pandemic.” a National Merit Scholarship treatment for underprivileged ity for students, including hy- fortable allowing more classes Fall classes start on Aug. 18 Winner, one of 2,500 winners women, after which he wrote a brid online/on-campus courses to be held on-ground on both and registration is currently selected from the more than paper that was published in the and fully online offerings. campuses,” said District underway. Class schedules are 1.5 million juniors who took Journal of Global Oncology. Safety protocols as rec- Chancellor Ronald Gerhard. subject to change to main- the Preliminary SAT/National In addition to being an out- ommended by the CDC will “This hybrid format will allow tain compliance with Covid Merit Scholarship Qualifying standing student, Rohan is also be in place for all in-person our students to cautiously guidelines. Test administered by the Col- a gifted musician recognized lege Board last year. by “At the Music in the Parks” Rohan will be attending competition with the RCHS The Arc to Host its First ‘Trivia Night’ University of California San Concert Choir, received the Diego and studying Bioengi- Best Accompanist award both The Arc of the East Bay, a The fundraiser will begin at Players can register indi- neering with a specialization in PHOTO BY CATHY BRESLOW years. He attends 3Crosses nonprofit that offers life skills 6 p.m. virtually. The cost per vidually. 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Two CVHS Grads Named SHERIFF’S REPORTS CVSan Scholarship Winners COMPILED BY MICHAEL SINGER • CASTRO VALLEY FORUM

Two Castro High School Stealing, Reselling Fuel Assaulted Police Officer part of a fraud scheme involv- graduates have won the annual Thursday, May 20: at 3:30 Monday, May 24: at 12:20 a.m., ing pets. A 36-year-old man Castro Valley Sanitary Dis- p.m., San Mateo Sheriff’s deputies arrested a 50-year-old and 27-year-old man were trict’s Environmental Leader in deputies arrested a 38-year-old CV man on suspicion of assault stopped for questioning out- Waste Reduction Scholarships. man from Castro Valley at his and battery on a peace officer at side a business on Grove Way Alina Huang and Oliver home on suspicion of commer- Eden Medical Center on Lake near Redwood Road. Deputies Zhang will each receive a cial burglary, conspiracy, grand Chabot Road. The man was positively identified the older $1,000 scholarship award. theft and theft of utility ser- visiting the hospital but be- man as having an outstanding Both winners were recog- vices. The man was connected came confrontational following warrant for possession of false nized with a certificate at the to a ring of thefts of more than an argument with the hospital identification and selling pets district’s board meeting on 10 thousand gallons of diesel staff. Deputies were called in to illegally. During questioning, May 4. fuel from various gas stations intervene but were attacked by the men revealed they both had Huang served as an intern in Northern California between the man. The man was subdued burglar tools, illegal narcotics, with Earth Team where she Napa and Monterey. Deputies and taken into custody. and related drug paraphernalia worked with water, soil, and say the thieves used an elec- in their possession. Deputies air quality data to research en- tronic device to unlock pumps, Family Fight took the men to Santa Rita Jail. vironmental concepts and led offload the fuel, and then resell Saturday, May 22: at 4:37 p.m., discussions during Earth Team Alina Huang Oliver Zhang the fuel at a discount. The man a 911 call about a loud and Assault on a Family meetings and events. was taken to Santa Rita Jail. aggressive-sounding argument Member at Motel She was founder and presi- Oliver Zhang is the founder fluttering sparrow in the frosty sent deputies to a home on Proc- Friday, May 21: at 11:35 p.m., dent of the Animal Rights Club and president of Sunshine spring air, not just a lesser Drugs and Weapon tor Road near Camelot Lane. a 35-year-old man from Castro at CVHS. As an intern with America Youth Organization alternative. To protect Mother Monday, May 24: at 2:17 a.m., There, they arrested a 32-year- Valley was arrested on sus- the nonprofit Factory Farming where, since 2013, he has Nature, simply ‘good enough’ a 30-year-old CV man was ar- old man on suspicion of assault picion of assault on a family Awareness Coalition, Huang led 55 members on dozens is nowhere near enough.” rested as part of a warrant per- on a family member. Deputies member. Deputies responded was recognized with the Ani- of Clean Hill Walks picking This is the eighth year taining to a previous charge of took the man into custody. to an anonymous tip about an mal Welfare Award for demon- up litter and restoring 37,000 CVSan has offered the schol- possession of a stolen vehicle. altercation outside a motel on strating determination and square feet of trails. arship to high school seniors Deputies served the warrant Two Arrested in Castro Valley Boulevard and helping to advance the welfare He has hosted environmen- in recognition for their work to during a traffic stop on Grove Pet Fraud Scheme Stanton Avenue. The man was of animals through education, tal town halls and seminars. encourage waste reduction and Way near Center Street. The Saturday, May 22: at 2:46 a.m., handcuffed and taken into cus- research, and leadership. For his efforts with Sunshine environmental protection with- man was also in possession deputies arrested two men with tody. The victim was treated at In her scholarship essay America, Zhang received the in their school and community. of illegal narcotics and related no permanent residence on as the scene. she described environmental Gold Level President’s Volun- For more info about CVSan drug paraphernalia, and pos- stewardship as “taking respon- teer Service Award for the last Scholarships visit: cvsan.org/ session of nunchakus. Deputies sibility for the consequences four years. StudentScholarship. took the man to Santa Rita Jail. CROSSWORD DAVE’S TAVERN that come from our actions Zhang’s scholarship essay TAXI SERVICE and protecting the gifts that says, “As stewards we must PUZZLE Mon - Sat Airports & Amtrack our home has given us. 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COVID: Help in Vaccination Effort DA: County continued from front page In Castro Valley, a Pfizer continued from front page for those who have been fully Vaccine Clinic for Castro advocates and opened the vaccinated compared to those Valley School District students Family Justice Center, which who have not received the aged 12 and over is being held provides services primarily to vaccine. this Friday, May 28, from 8 women and children who are A person is considered fully a.m. to 4 p.m. at Independent victims of domestic violence, protected two weeks after they Elementary School. The clinic sex assault, human trafficking, have completed their vaccina- is being offered by Safeway. Monty is a 2 week old male Ace is a 2 week old male elder care abuse and child tion protocol. Those interested can signup at: guinea pig who has a unique guinea pig who loves fresh abuse. The state will assess con- mhealthsystem.com/CVUD- curly coat. He would like to greens. He would like to be The office has become a ditions by this September, to COVID be adopted with his brother, adopted with his brother, national model for combating determine whether updated re- The second phase is to Ace. Call Hayward Animal Monty. Call Hayward Ani- human trafficking. In 2009, quirements are needed beyond lift mask-wearing and social Shelter (510) 293 – 7200. mal Shelter (510) 293 – 7200. O’Malley introduced the October 1 of this year. to request a workplace clinic or distancing requirements for “Human Exploitation and Traf- “Thanks to so many in our local provider partner, making anyone fully vaccinated. ficking Watch,” a blueprint for community who have gotten vaccines even more accessible California health officials communities to build their own vaccinated, we have come a for their employees. are currently following the anti-trafficking initiatives. long way and can finally start “Anyone who wants to (get lead of the CDC by allowing In 2011, O’Malley created to see a return to normalcy in vaccinated) should be able to anyone who is fully vaccinated the District Attorney Justice our area,” said Dr. Nicholas get vaccinated,” said New- to forego their mask-wear- Academy for juniors and Moss, Alameda County Health som. “Getting more people ing restrictions apart from seniors in high school, now a Officer. “This next month is vaccinated will bring us closer employees. countywide program that helps our chance to further increase to ending this pandemic. That’s The other exception for the youth advocate for a better vaccination rates. Wear your why we’re working with vaccinated are mega-events Ashley and Mary Kate are bonded siblings who need society. More than a thousand mask now, so we can get to employers to make it easier to such as music festivals or to remain together. These gorgeous, 3 month old kittens have students have participated in June 15 together.” access COVID-19 vaccines – county fairs. The rules apply to luxurious medium-length fur. They’d do best in a family the program and all have gone To help in the vaccination so no one misses their shot at crowds greater than 5,000 (in- without young children or other pets. Ashley and Mary Kate off to college. effort, the Governor launched a protecting themselves and their doors) and 10,000 (outdoors) will be spayed prior to adoption. Vaccinated, chipped and Since the beginning of her FIV/FeLV negative. Email [email protected]. toolkit for employers to be ableCVSan communities.” Forum Ad for 5/26/2021attendees. career as District Attorney, she has fought for the appropriate treatment of inmates; Individ- uals sentenced to State Prison MEMORIAL DAY SCHEDULES for the most serious crimes MONDAY, MAY 31, 2021 committed in Alameda County make up less than 3% of the total prison population. Government Operations “We have created more All Federal, State, County and City offices will be closed, alternative courts to incarcer- except for emergency services. ation than any other county in the State and perhaps the Business Offices country, per capita,” O’Malley Banks, stock exchanges and most business offices, stated. including The Forum, will be closed. She also led an initiative on Stores, Pharmacies, Restaurants both nationally and statewide Some will be open, but may be on shortened schedules. to test forensic sexual assault Check ahead to be sure of hours. kits. After discovering the crisis of untested sexual assault Public Transportation kits in police evidence, O’Mal- CVSan ANNUAL CONTRACTORS MEETING BART will run a Sunday schedule from 8 a..m. to 9 p.m. ley took the issue to the White on Memorial Day. It is a parking holiday (except for airport In observance of COVID-19 social distancing protocols, the Castro Valley House. President Obama and long-term parking). Parking permits and fees will not signed into law the Sexual Sanitary District (CVSan) will host its annual Contractors Meeting via a be enforced in station parking lots. There will be a free bus Assault Kit Initiative. virtual meeting on Tuesday, June 29, 2021 from 9:00 – 10:00 a.m. bridge between South Hayward and Union City stations Congressman Eric Swal- during Memorial Day weekend while vital maintenance well, who was a law clerk in Topics of discussion include, but are not limited to: work is completed. the District Attorney’s Office AC Transit buses will operate on a Sunday schedule. for five months in 2005, and • Amnesty Policy Garbage Collection then worked there as a deputy • Emergency Response Plan Recycling, organics, and garbage collection services DA for six years, said O’Mal- • Contractor / CVSan Contact Communications will occur on Monday, May 31 as scheduled by Alameda ley inspired criminal justice • COVID-19 Safety Measures and Protocols County Industries (ACI). Please call ACI at 510-483-1400 reforms across America. • Private Sewer Lateral Program Review with billing and customer service questions or visit ACI’s “I am saddened to hear she • Online Permit Portal website alamedacountyindustries.com. will no longer serve as District Castro Valley Sanitary District (CVSan) offices will be Attorney, but we are so fortu- closed on Monday, May 31. Call 510-506-5821 for sewer nate for the commitment she’s A finalized agenda will be available on Wednesday, June 2, 2021, which can be made throughout her career accessed online at (cvsan.org/ACM) or via emailed request to [email protected]. emergencies. For information regarding CVSan services and programs, visit www.cvsan.org. to help victims of domestic violence, human trafficking, We highly encourage all contractors to pre-register to secure a spot and recieve and sexual assault. the virtual meeting instructions. To observe the meeting by video conference, “For me, Nancy has played Since please email Administrative Technician Kyle Levy at [email protected]. 1969 many roles: hiring attorney, boss, mentor, friend, and most For additional information, please contact Engineering Technician Evan Choy at recently, wedding officiant. As (510) 537-0757 ext. 131 or [email protected]. Nancy’s service to the office NATURAL FOODS comes to an end next year, San Leandro her work to serve justice will 182 Pelton Center go on. I’m excited for what’s CASTRO VALLEY SANITARY DISTRICT (510) 483-3630 next,” Swalwell said. Effective Environmental Services since 1939 25% O’Malley has written, spon- Castro Valley sored and advocated for more (510) 537-0757 | cvsan.org 3446 Village Dr. than 61 bills that have become OFF (510) 581-0220 law in the State of California. CASTRO VALLEY FORUM Wednesday, May 26, 2021 5 Congratulations to Castro Valley High School Class of 2021 Caroline Wagih Abdalla Avril Luise E. 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P05 GRAD PAGE 05-26-21.indd 1 5/25/21 12:44 PM CASTRO VALLEY FORUM 6 Wednesday, May 26, 2021 REALREAL ESTATEESTATE GALLERYGALLERY REAL ESTATE REALITY By Carl Medford, CRS GUEST COMMENTARY Special to the Forum

A Rare Find! Sharp single- California Median Home story house in court location is incredibly upgraded and in move-in condition. 3 bedrooms Prices Set a New Record 2 baths modern kitchen, formal dining, hardwood floors, f you think Alameda surged more than 34 percent 10 months, but the lack of beautiful dual pane windows County home prices from a year ago. new listings is also a contrib- and doors. Nice window are getting a bit crazy, The statewide median uting factor.” shutters. Newer Roof, water Listed at $1,048,800.00 I you would be correct: home price climbed 7.2 Making matters worse, the heater, forced air heating the median single-family percent on a month-to-month high cost of building materi- system, central air conditioning. Master bedroom suite is absolutely stunning. Walk-in closet. Custom home price in April, 2021 hit basis to $813,980 in April, als coupled with increasingly Shower with beautiful tile and shower fixtures, plus big tub. No expense spared by the Seller in this suite. Front of house has great curb appeal. Nice lawn and porch. Private backyard has good size deck a breathtaking $1,300,000 – up from March’s $758,990 overbearing statewide build- and patio for outdoor living and entertaining. Landscaped lawn and backyard. Gig plans show available up a staggering 26.9% from and up 34.2 percent from the ing regulations are producing from AT&T and Comcast ideal for a fully connected home. Great value near All Bay Area Job Centers, the $1024,000 median price $606,410 recorded last April. a very unfavorable environ- BART and Castro Valley Schools and Parks. You will love to call this house your home! Come see it today. in April, 2020. The year-over-year price ment for new home builders. What a difference a year gain was the highest ever Currently, the number of new David Wilhite & makes. recorded, and it was the first homes being built is dramat- Prices are not high in just time since June 2013 that ically less than the amount Paulette Johnson Alameda County. Contra the state recorded an annual required to fill the state’s Cell - 510-329-3297 Costa saw even higher per- increase of over 30 percent.” housing gap. or 510-329-8984 centage gains, rising 44.8% Compare that with me- How long this can continue from $686,000 in April, 2020 dian prices of $235,834 in is the burning question on [email protected] to $993,000 in April 2021. Texas, $349,413 in Neva- everyone’s minds. One thing Santa Clara County saw same da, $424,517 in Oregon, is certain: for the moment, the period gains from $1,389,000 $378,274 in Idaho, $282,894 housing market in California to $1,650,000, a jump of in Florida and $218,000 in is officially out of control. Caterpillar Problems 18.8%.1 Tennessee, to name a few.3 1. Data from Tredgraphix. By Buzz Bertolero sects feed on the plant juices are the primary host plants Statewide, the Califor- California’s epic prices com Special to the Forum and also ingest the insecti- for summer worms. nia Association of Realtors continue to be fueled by a 2. https://www.car. I had a horrendous cide, which then controls the In addition, there can be (CAR) just announced that strong economy, vigorous org/aboutus/mediacenter/ caterpillar problem population. several batches of the same the state’s median home price job market and an extreme newsreleases/2021releas- Q last year. Can I use These chemicals do not problem during the season, broke $800,000 for the first shortage of available hous- es/apr2021sales?mc_ci- a systemic insecticide to affect chewing insects like so the host plants need to be time in history, coming in at ing. CAR reiterates, “Active d=339415b077&mc_eid=- control bugs much as I do caterpillars. You first need to checked weekly. $813,980, up 34.2% from listings continue(d) to fall d8240848ad with aphids? be diligent in watching the I wouldn’t spray until I April, 2020.2 more than 50 percent in April 3. Data from Zillow.com host plants for the first sign see the problem. You could The CAR market report, from last year, recording four Carl Medford is a licensed Systemic insecti- of the problem. just pick them off the plants released on 5/17/21 states, straight months that housing Realtor with Keller Williams cides will not control The caterpillar and/or and dispose of them if you “California’s median home supply was cut in half from a Realty and a licensed gen- A chewing insects like worm season begins just choose to. price broke last month’s year ago. eral contractor. This article caterpillars, worms, or bee- after Memorial Day and Bt, (or Bacillus thuring- record and set another new “The ongoing decline in is sponsored by the Central tles. They do an excellent job extends into the early fall. iensis), is an organic solution record high in April as the inventory is due partly to the County Marketing Associa- with aphids, mites and other Petunias, geraniums, flow- that gives the caterpillars or statewide median price surge in demand in the past tion. sucking insects. These in- ering tobacco, and tomatoes worms a fatal case of stom- ach flu; however, it doesn’t work immediately, so you Coming Soon in Castro Valley have to be patient. Spinosad is another organic solution that will kill From the Keil Group the caterpillars on contact and provide some residual control. Captain Jack Dead Coming Soon in Castro Valley Bug Brew by Bonide is one of several products. Both of these solutions From the Keil Group are widely available. So in (510) 909-8344 summary, be diligent, mon- itor your plants, and react when necessary. The “Worm and Caterpillar Season” is just beginning and will last

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P06 HOMES (1) 05-26.indd 1 5/25/21 4:16 PM CASTRO VALLEY FORUM Homes Wednesday, May 26, 2021 7 Transplant Roses Year Round By Buzz Bertolero and a half of the brim of the Roses are heavy feeders gardening version of an ex- Special to the Forum container. so fertilize them monthly treme makeover reality show We have several roses Here are the keys to with Dr. Earth Rose Food or Buzz Bertolero is an Ad- that have been plant- growing beautiful roses in use the time-release fertilizer vanced California Certified Q ed in tubs that are containers. Roses like lots of called Osmocote. Osmocote Nursery Professional. The Dirt falling apart. They are not water, so when the tempera- releases a little bit of nutrients Gardener’s website BUZZ BERTOLERO doing well. Is it okay to repot tures are over 75°F, water with every watering and is is www.dirtgarden- them now or should we wait them daily. Also, remove the reapplied every four months. er.com and ques- for a better time? saucers under the containers With very little effort, you tions can be sent THE as you want the water to flow can turn these ugly ducklings by email to buzz@ DIRT Roses in containers freely out the bottom. into beautiful swans. It’s the dirtgardener.com. GARDENER can be transplanted just about any time of A the year. However, I’d Mortgage Rates RECENT HOME SALES avoid transplanting when the Castro Valley ———————— temperatures are above 90°F. Jump to Three Percent 23018 Canyon Terrace Dr 94552: $589,000 2 BD - 984 SF - 1996 I’d remove the existing 2375 Vegas Avenue 94546: $624,000 3 BD - 1,031 SF - 1948 roses from the old contain- After four weeks of averaged 3.24 percent. since March,” said Sam 4215 Somerset Avenue 94546: $770,000 2 BD - 859 SF - 1949 ers and then slice through declines, long-term home Fifteen-year fixed-rate Khater, Freddie Mac’s Chief 22247 North 6th Street 94546: $850,000 the root ball in five or six mortgage rates increased last mortgages averaged 2.29 Economist. “Despite this 6344 Paloverde Road 94552: $865,000 3 BD - 2,033 SF - 1979 locations to break the circular week, according to Freddie percent, up from 2.26 per- favorable rate climate, there 3744 La Costa Avenue 94546: $900,000 3 BD - 1,476 SF - 1963 pattern of the roots. remains a shortage of homes 20565 Stanton Avenue 94546: $905,000 4 BD - 1,796 SF - 1961 Mac’s weekly nationwide cent. 18251 Apricot Way 94546: $960,000 3 BD - 1,230 SF - 1954 Next, you should trim off survey. Five-year hybrid adjust- for sale. The lack of housing 2812 Chloe Court 94546: $1,130,000 3 BD - 1,386 SF - 1963 two to three inches of the Thirty-year fixed-rate able-rate mortgages (ARMs) supply has been compound- 18649 Stanton Avenue 94546: $1,188,000 4 BD - 1,998 SF - 2001 matted roots at the bottom. mortgage averaged 3.00 averaged 2.59 percent, un- ed by labor disruptions and 2429 Irma Way 94546: $1,210,000 The root ball is placed in the percent for the week ending changed from a week earlier. expensive building materials 7979 Pineville Circle 94552: $1,300,000 5 BD - 2,535 SF - 1997 new container filled with May 20, up from the previ- “After a run up over that are driving up the cost 5029 Tyler Lane 94546: $1,355,000 3 BD - 2,413 SF - 1965 potting soil or a rose planting of new housing, making it TOTAL SALES: 13 ous week when it averaged the first few months of the LOWEST AMOUNT: $589,000 MEDIAN AMOUNT: $905,000 mix. The top of the root ball 2.94 percent. A year ago at year, rates have paused and difficult for homebuyers to HIGHEST AMOUNT: $1,355,000 AVERAGE AMOUNT: $972,769 should be within an inch this time, the 30-year FRM hovered around three percent find homes to purchase.”

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l Today, May 26: School Board Meeting Fundraiser for $45. Registration fee includes an event T-shirt. The Castro Valley Board of Education will hold an open Child hikers 12 and under participate for free, but must be virtual board meeting today, May 26, at 7:00 p.m. While registered. Then follow the regular style of a single-day excur- the meeting will be held remotely, public participation is sion on Saturday, June 5, or accept the week-long Champion encouraged. To observe the meeting by video conference, Challenge by setting a mileage goal for the week of May 29– click on LINK on the agenda at the noticed meeting time. The June 5 and log progress on your participant page at TheHike- complete board packet and more information are available at ForHope.com. www.cv.k12.ca.us/boarddocs/. For questions, contact Aimee Cayere, Executive Assistant to the Superintendent at acay- l Tues., June 1: Rotary Topic: The Economy [email protected] David Wissenger, senior vice president of Mechanics Bank, will describe the current state of the economy at the next l Today, May 26 thru May 31: Online Auction meeting of the Rotary Club of Castro Valley via Zoom next Join the Boys & Girls Clubs of San Leandro 23rd Annual Tuesday from noon to 1:30 p.m. More information is avail- Auction Gala celebrating the opening of the new Teen Center able at castrovalleyrotary.org and Community Hub at 2200 San Leandro Blvd. Visit bgcsl. ARE YOU HIGH RISK? The U.S. Preventive Services org/gala/ to register. Win Warriors tickets, 2-night stay at the l Weds., June 2: New Virtual Fitness Classes Begin Task Force recently expanded their recommenda- Fairmont and more! Join the Aitken Community Center for live, virtual fitness tions for lung cancer screenings. classes via Zoom to be held Mondays and Wednesdays, be- l Today thru Sunday, May 3: Streaming of “Madness” ginning June 2 from 9 to 10 a.m. and continuing through June Chabot College Theater Arts presents an on-demand stream- 30. Have fun while improving your flexibility, cardiovascular Lung Cancer: Should ing of “Madness – A Tale of the American Prison System” health, bone density, and muscle strength. Lots of stretch- now through Sunday, May 3. The film is sourced from ing, low impact aerobic dancing, strength training with light You Get a Screening? remarkable first-hand accounts observing how the broken weights and floor exercises. Register at haywardrec.org, class criminal justice system dramatically changes the lives of the No. 17062. Zoom link will be sent via email prior to start date. imprisoned, their families and communities-at-large. The cost By Jim Miller A 20-pack year history is for admission is up to the viewer. Please consider a dona- l Fri.-Sun., June 4-27: Lake Chabot Trail Challenge SPECIAL TO THE FORUM the equivalent of smoking one tion to support Chabot Theatre Arts. To view the event for The Castro Valley Sports Foundation is bringing back the 37th pack a day for 20 years or two free, tickets are still required. For tickets and to receive the annual Lake Chabot Trail Challenge Half Marathon, 10K and Lung cancer screening is packs a day for 10 years. streaming link, visit: www.purplepass.com/chabottheater. For 5K Fundraiser, but this year it’s going virtual. Runners will used to detect the presence In 2020, lung cancer killed ticketing issues, email [email protected]. For more have 3 weeks to complete the course they registered for. It of lung cancer in otherwise more than 135,000 Americans information, visit chabotcollege.edu/theaterarts. will begin Friday, June 4 and continue through Sunday, June healthy people with a high risk making it the deadliest of all 27. To register and get more information, visit runsignup.com/ of lung cancer. Should you possible cancers. In fact, more l Thurs., May 27: CHP Age Well, Drive Smart Class Race/CA/CastroValley/LakeChabotTrailChallenge. be screened? It depends on people die of lung cancer than The Age Well Drive Smart program is designed to keep your age and smoking history. of colon, breast and prostate seniors behind the wheel longer. As you age, you experience l Sat., June 12: Online Art Demo by Kazumi Cranney Here’s what you should know. cancers combined. functional changes or medical conditions that can affect your A.R.T., Inc. invites its members and friends to a free online Recommendations Lung cancer also occurs ability to drive safely. By working with your doctor, you art demonstration by Berkeley artist Kazumi Cranney from The U.S. Preventive Ser- predominantly in older adults. have the ability to change your driving habits or to take other 2 p.m. go 3:30 p.m. on June 12. Cranney has been painting vices Task Force – an indepen- About two out of every three corrective steps that allow you to stay safe on the road. This sumi-e and haiga pictures for over 40 years. Visit www.artinc. dent panel of medical experts people diagnosed with lung virtual class, from 2:30 to 4 p.m. on May 27, is primarily for org/june-demo-artist to view details. Email artinccv@gmail. that advises the government on cancer are 65 or older. seniors, age 65 and older, and is free of charge. Some insur- com for registration by June 10. health policies – recently ex- Most health insurance plans ance companies recognize the Age Well Drive Smart program panded their recommendations cover lung cancer screenings as a safe driver program. Please call Jen to register and be sent l Sat., June 12: Bay Area Walk for Hearing for lung cancer screenings. to high-risk patients, as does the Zoom log on at 510-881-6742. Bay Area teams are now forming for the June 12th Walk- They are now recommend- Medicare up to age 77. 4Hearing Virtual Walk & Celebration, from 9 to 10 a.m. on ing annual screenings for high- Screening Pros and Cons l Fri., May 28: Covid-19 Vaccination Clinic June 12, the only nationwide event bringing attention to hear- risk adults between the ages Doctors use a low-dose Safeway Pharmacy will hold a Covid-19 vaccination clinic ing loss and promoting the importance of hearing health. Join of 50 and 80 who have at least computed tomography scan for ages 12 and above from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. this Friday at the celebration and be entertained by stand-up comedian D.J. a 20-pack year history who (also called a low-dose CT Independent Elementary School, 21201 Independent School Demers, inspirational singer Mandy Harvey and a theatrical currently smoke or who have scan, or LDCT) of the lungs Road in Castro Valley. performance of “No Limits for Deaf Children.” Funds raised quit within the past 15 years. to look for lung cancer. If lung support Hearing Loss Association of America’s national This is a change from the 2013 cancer is detected at an early l Sat., May 29: Hike for Hope awareness and education programs. Register or donate at recommendation that referred stage, it’s more likely to be Register now for the 2021 Hope Hospice Hike for Hope www.hearingloss.org/event/bay-area/ to patients ages 55 to 80 with cured with treatment. 30-year pack histories. see LUNG on back page LEGAL NOTICES

FILED APRIL 14, 2021 FILED APRIL 14, 2021 FILED MAY 5, 2021 FILED APRIL 26, 2021 FILED APRIL 20, 2021 FILED MAY 05, 2021 MELISSA WILK County Clerk MELISSA WILK County Clerk MELISSA WILK County Clerk MELISSA WILK County Clerk MELISSA WILK County Clerk MELISSA WILK County Clerk ALAMEDA COUNTY ALAMEDA COUNTY ALAMEDA COUNTY ALAMEDA COUNTY ALAMEDA COUNTY ALAMEDA COUNTY By------, Deputy By------, Deputy By------, Deputy By------, Deputy By------, Deputy By------, Deputy FILE NO. 578175 FILE NO. 578158 FILE NO. 578734 FILE NO. 578400 FILE NO. 578278 FILE NO. 578762 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS FICTITIOUS BUSINESS FICTITIOUS BUSINESS FICTITIOUS BUSINESS FICTITIOUS BUSINESS FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT NAME STATEMENT NAME STATEMENT NAME STATEMENT NAME STATEMENT NAME STATEMENT Pursuant to Business and Pursuant to Business and Pursuant to Business and Pursuant to Business and Pursuant to Business and Pursuant to Business and Professions Code Professions Code Professions Code Sections 17900-17930 Professions Code Professions Code Professions Code Sections 17900-17930 Sections 17900-17930 The name of the business(es): Sections 17900-17930 Sections 17900-17930 Sections 17900-17930 The name of the business(es): The name of the business(es): Redwood Rd Pizza Express Hayward lo- The name of the business(es): The name of the business(es): The name of the business(es): Syufy Builders located at 18150 Knight Lesters Mobile Fastener Service located at cated at 22323 Redwood Rd, Castro Valley, Fleetwood Construction Co. located at 4616 Lil Eden Christian Childcare Center located PIER TOYS located at 20668 Forest Ave #2, Drive, Castro Valley, CA 94546, in Alameda 2121 Kelly Street, Hayward, CA 94541, in CA 94546, in Alameda County, mailing ad- Cristy Way, Castro Valley, CA 94546, in Al- at 2033 100th Avenue, Oakland, CA 94603, Castro Valley, CA 94546, in Alameda County, County, is hereby registered by the following Alameda County, is hereby registered by the dress 19573 Center Street, Castro Valley, CA ameda County, is hereby registered by the in Alameda County, is hereby registered by is hereby registered by the following own- owner(s): Syonara Inc., 18150 Knight Drive, following owner(s): Lester E. Nickolopoulos, 94546 is hereby registered by the following following owner(s): Ronald W. Crooks, 4616 the following owner(s): LaVerne A. Mainer, er(s): (1) Francis Lawlor and (2) Erika Elizon- Castro Valley, CA 94546. This business is 2121 Kelly Street, Hayward, CA 94541. This owner(s): Bikram Jit Singh, 5596 Jensen Cristy Way, Castro Valley, CA 94546. This 2033 100th Avenue, Oakland, CA 94603. This do, 20668 Forest Ave #2, Castro Valley, CA conducted by a corporation. This business business is conducted by an individual. This Rd, Castro Valley, CA 94552. This business business is conducted by an individual. This business is conducted by an individual. This 94545. This business is conducted by a mar- commenced 5/22/15. business commenced N/A. is conducted by an individual. This business business commenced 1982. business commenced N/A. ried couple. This business commenced N/A. /s/ Syonara Inc. /s/ Lester E. Nickolopoulos commenced Nov 1989. /s/ Ronald W. Crooks /s/ LaVerne A. Mainer /s/ Francis Lawlor, Erika Elizondo This statement was filed with the County This statement was filed with the County /s/ Bikram Jit Singh This statement was filed with the County This statement was filed with the County This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Alameda County on date indicated Clerk of Alameda County on date indicated This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Alameda County on date indicated Clerk of Alameda County on date indicated Clerk of Alameda County on date indicated by file stamp above. by file stamp above. Clerk of Alameda County on date indicated by file stamp above. by file stamp above. by file stamp above. Expires APRIL 14, 2026 Expires APRIL 14, 2026 by file stamp above. Expires APRIL 26, 2026 Expires APRIL 20, 2026 Expires MAY 05, 2026 MAY 5, 12, 19, 26, 2021 MAY 5, 12, 19, 26, 2021 Expires MAY 5, 2026 MAY 19, 26, JUNE 02, 09, 2021 MAY 19, 26, JUNE 02, 09, 2021 MAY 26, JUNE 02, 09, 16, 2021 346-CVF 348-CVF MAY 12, 19, 26, JUNE 2, 2021 351-CVF 356-CVF 355-CVF 352-CVF CASTRO VALLEY FORUM Wednesday, May 26, 2021 11 CASTRO VALLEY Woman’s Body Found at Lake MAC: Subdivision Reports: FORUM OBITUARIES continued from front page which one. may be emailed to: Chabot Ruled a Homicide Refused [email protected] suitable for retail or restaurant In other business, the MAC or faxed to 510-483-4209. By Michael Singer use that will complement the turned down an application continued from page 3 Include a phone number. SPECIAL TO THE FORUM Marketpalce, splitting the cor- to subdivide once parcel into Refused to Leave For help, call Patrick Vadnais The death of a 60-year-old ner building into three suites three residential parcels at Despite Manager Request at 510-614-1558 woman, whose body was totaling more than 6,500-sqa- 4364 Edwards Lance. Wednesday, May 19: at 8:30 found at Lake Chabot Region- ure-feet. Around 20 are residents a.m., a 59-year-old man with Since 1965 al Park in Castro Valley, has Semmelmeyer told the wrote in to the Mac prior to no permanent residence was been ruled a homicide, police MAC that he envisions a the meeting, most expressing arrested on suspicion of fail- Jess C. Spencer said Friday. walking and biking-friendly concerns about traffic and ing to leave a business property Mortuary & The victim has been identi- downtown with outdoor dining parking issues. despite repeated requests by the fied as Tracy Denise Benson, and people strolling among MAC Member Chuck manager. Deputies were called Crematory who police say was a woman several shops, with small Moore said that the reality is to a medical office on Lake 21228 Redwood Rd., known to frequent the San “parklet” features. However, that there will be an ever-in- Chabot Road near Congress Castro Valley Leandro area. The Alameda the plan would necessitate the creasing need for housing in Way after the manager found 581-9133 County Sheriff’s Office Coro- removal of some street parking Castro Valley and while they the man asleep in the parking ner’s Bureau is withholding the Tracy Denise Benson in an already crowded area. want to create quality projects, area but refused to leave the Offering cause of death and no suspects “The benefit of this is to there will always be public private property. The man was have been identified so far. said Captain Love. create a space in Castro Valley outcry to higher-density resi- taken into custody. Personalized East Bay Regional Park While Benson was found that will increase foot traffic,” dential plans. District Police Captain Alan on April 26, it wasn’t until said Semmelmeyer. “The value “We need housing,” said Public Intoxication Memorial and Love said officers responded mid-May before a community would be far greater than five Moore. “We are going to be Outside a Business Cremation to a call at the Lake on April member reported her missing parking spaces. The activity on faced with this conversation a Monday, May 17: at 12:54 26 and found Benson’s body at to San Leandro Police. The the street will increase value lot more.” p.m., deputies arrested a Services. an undisclosed location within investigation is ongoing. for all adjacent property own- Ultimately, the MAC turned 37-year-old man from Castro the park. Anyone with information ers. We’re excited about what down the plan as proposed, Valley on suspicion of public “The person who called about the death is urged to this property can be.” and said they’d consider the intoxication. The man was out- our police department said contact the East Bay Regional Semmelmeyer added that application again if the plan side a business on Castro Val- they were out for a jog and Park District Police Depart- “one of the best restaurants in was reduced to splitting the ley Boulevard near San Miguel taking a break when they ment by calling the confiden- the Bay Area” is interested in land into two parcels instead Avenue when deputies stopped FD 1168 CR49 discovered the body nearby,” tial tip-line at 510-690-6521. the space, but would not say of three. him for questioning.

LETTERS to the EDITOR PG&E Aerial Realtors - Advertise in our Monthly Incredible Reopening of the Chabot Theater Patrols Friday Editor: This Friday, May 28, PG&E My husband and I attended the Chabot Theater Reopening will be conducting aerial pa- Agents in Action Saturday night. trols of power lines in Castro It was an incredible evening starting with a pop-up dinner Valley and the surrounding offered by Oakland restaurant Noodle Belly, followed by a area, beginning around 8 a.m. This Could free showing of the timely movie Gook, a 2017 Sundance The flights are part of a com- Be You! Film Festival winner. pany-wide Public Safety Power As we walked into the remodeled lobby, we were greeted Shutoff (PSPS) preparedness by the friendly staff who now can offer wine and beer along exercise. No power shutoffs with some special cocktails to accompany the popcorn that will happen, but PG&E’s emer- smelled delicious! gency response organization is The best part of the evening was a surprise to us: The conducting the readiness drill audience was treated to a Master Class in filmmaking. The to be better prepared for actual producer and one of the stars were available for comments events. How would you like your image and questions live on Zoom on the big screen, and the amaz- The patrols will be conduct- ing young star of the film, Simon Baker, flew in from Los ed by crews on the ground and and message to be delivered to Angeles to be with us. by using low-flying helicop- households and news racks in Your Name Alex Largusa and Jared Callahan asked inciteful questions ters. Customers may notice in- Real Estate Company and involved the audience in the Q and A. creased activity between 8 a.m. Castro Valley and San Leandro? Email address We were thrilled to have this caliber of entertainment in and 2 p.m. on Friday. Phone number Castro Valley and can’t wait for the next event. Chabot Theater is a gem in our town with young enthusi- astic, creative people at the helm. Yes, they will have first run The Next Issue of movies like “Cruella” and “In the Heights,” but they will also program independent, local films with special guests like the LETTERS Saturday performance. Agents in Action is Plans include an A’s game and some of the Olympics on TO THE the big screen as well as a skate board contest in the park EDITOR preceding films on this unique sport. must include writer’s June 2 & 3 They have great plans, but we need to support their endeav- first and last names, ors and cheer them on. Check out www.TheChabot.com for phone number, city of If you would like to be a part of this more information. residence, and must be —Terry Liebowitz, Castro Valley under 300 words. exciting advertising opportunity, call The Forum does not print unsigned or anonymous letters. your Account Executive today! We reserve the right PLEASE to edit as necessary. Mary Florence Linda Nakhai Claudette Morrison Email Letters to: 510-861-3270 510-915-1513 510-614-1559 [email protected] RECYCLE or mail to: Castro Valley Castro Valley San Leandro The Forum, [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] THIS NEWSPAPER P.O. Box 2897

P11 Obits/Ltrs* 5/26.indd 1 5/25/21 3:37 PM CASTRO VALLEY FORUM 12 Wednesday, May 26, 2021 Lung: Get Dig Deep Farms Wins ATHLETEs OF THE WEEK Screening Unanimous Approval continued from page 10 But a LDCT isn’t recom- Dig Deep Farms, the local food system, increase mended for every high-risk social-enterprise program that food security, and provide patient. grows and distributes healthy training and employment to LDCT scans have a high food in Alameda County, won disadvantaged residents by rate of false positives, which the unanimous approval of building local capacity to means that many will undergo the East Bay Regional Park harvest, process, and distribute additional (and unnecessary) District directors last week to fresh and sustainable specialty screening or medical proce- continue organic farming at the crops,” said Alameda County dures, such as another scan Ardenwood Historic Farm in Supervisor Richard Valle. three, six, or even 12 months Fremont for at least the next Ardenwood receives over later to check for changes in five years. 120,000 visitors annually. the shape or size of the sus- Founded in 2010, the Park District interpretive staff picious area (an indication of nonprofit Dig Deep Farms and volunteers guide guests tumor growth). food-raising program is a through the Victorian house, For some patients, the anx- project of the Alameda County demonstrate historical farming iety or worry that goes along Deputy Sheriffs’ Activities practices and chores, and with waiting can be a real is- League. describe what life was like in sue. Or you may need a biopsy Ardenwood is a 205-acre the early 1900s. (removal of a small amount working farm that dates back Ardenwood Historic Farm is of lung tissue), which has more than a hundred years. owned by the City of Fremont risks, especially for those with It still grows the same kinds and operated by the Park Dis- underlying health conditions, of vegetables and fruits using trict on a long-term manage- such as chronic obstructive historical agricultural practices ment lease. Castro Valley JV Girls Water Polo Team pulmonary disease or emphy- from the 1870s to the present. Dig Deep Farms is expected sema. For example, in people “Alameda County has to begin site preparations Our Athletes of the week are the members Alameda 7-5, and Berkeley 11-6, to finish with emphysema, there’s a invested in and partnered with in June, with the first crop of the Castro Valley JV Girls Water Polo atop the JV Girls Division. chance of a lung collapsing Dig Deep Farms and other harvest in late summer and Team. The team finished their Spring season Pictured from left to right: Alenea Loera, during the procedure. stakeholders to strengthen the early fall. winning the WACC JV Girls Tournament Annalisa Siu, Emma Ayers, Nina Henry, If you meet the U.S. Pre- this past Saturday. Shreya Varma, Kaylee Poulos, Amelia John- ventive Services Task Force After narrow 1 goal losses to both schools son, Kamaya Maloof, and Coach Patrick criteria for high-risk lung can- Free Gardening Webinar in the regular season, Castro Valley beat Ryken. Not pictured Coach Nicole Manley. cer, the University of Michigan offers a free online tool (see Ninety percent of the bugs In this session, you will ShouldIScreen.com) to help we see on our vegetable and learn about the most important you decide if you should get flower plants are actually good, beneficials and how to attract an LDCT. It’s also important to and encouraging them is one them. This gardening webinar discuss the benefits and risks of the best ways to effectively is part of a series sponsored with your primary care doctor reduce the number of real pests by the Alameda County-wide 21+ before making a decision. in your garden. Clean Water Program, working Tips for Testing Find out why the plants to protect creeks, wetlands and If you and your doctor you have near your garden the Bay. determine that you should be can have a big impact in a free Don’t miss future webinars. screened, look for an imaging Organic Gardening Webinar Register at www.cleanwater- facility whose staff follows on Thursday, June 3, from 4 to program.org and sign up for American College of Ra- 5 p.m. Clean Water News. diology requirements when performing low-dose CT scans. You can find accredited Life: Jenny Lin Memorial facilities at ACRaccreditation. 6/4 Blues Bottle Band Fri. 8pm org. continued from front page through branches in Castro This can help to ensure an Safety fairs, workshops and Valley, San Lorenzo, Union accurate read of your scans by contests were some of the oth- City and Fremont, and may be 6/5 The Touch of Class Band Sat. 6pm a highly trained, board-certi- er events that the Foundation accessed using the keyword fied or board-eligible radiolo- has organized to raise aware- “Jenny Lin (Jennifer Han-chi gist. You may need a referral ness of child safety issues and Lin) Foundation.” 6/11 Dee Coco & Co. Fri. 8pm from your primary care provid- to improve safety knowledge To date, there is still no er. Most insurance companies, and precautions for parents and arrest or conviction related including Medicare require this children. to Jenny’s murder. However, 6/12 The Collective Sat. 6pm before they’ll cover the cost of More recently, the Founda- her family remains hopeful screening. tion donated a wide selection that through continuous police Jim Miller is a contributor of titles covering safety-related effort and public help, this 6/13 TGGBS Blues Jam Sun. 3pm to the NBC Today show and topics targeting different age senseless, horrifying case will author of “The Savvy Senior” groups. These materials benefit be solved soon. book. the Alameda County Library A $100,000 reward for information leading to the Luna Fish conviction of Jenny’s murderer 6/18 Fri. 8pm is still available. Anyone with A Woman’s Touch information should call the Johnny Mahalo Alameda County Sheriff’s 6/19 Sat. 6pm Chiropractic Department at 510-667-7721 Safe • Gentle • Effective or the toll-free hotline at 855-4-JENNY-LIN (855-453- 6/20 Blues Bottle Band Sun. 3pm • Back & Neck Pain 6695). • Stiff Joints & Tense Muscles Visit jennylinfoundation. • Headaches • Massage org for instructions to join tomorow’s Anniversary Cere- 22519 Main St, Hayward 510.881.9877 Jule Wilferd, D. C. mony. WorldFamousTurfClub.com 20634 Patio Dr., Castro Valley 276-CARE — Jenny Lin Foundation

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