Governor signs Dumbarton Bridge bill amid delays and lawsuits
The measure authorizes the California Toll Bridge Authority to issue revenue bonds to fund a six lane $100 million replacement for the Dumbarton Bridge. Approval still needed from the US Coast Guard and Army Corps, with local groups fearing traffic impacts. Holmdahl says lawsuits may end sooner in the state's favor after the governor's signature.
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Union City approves large raise for city manager and staff
Union City Council boosted City Manager William Zaner's pay by about 22 percent from 324,496 to 939,600, and granted 7.5 percent increases to 21 management employees. The council also raised City Attorney Anthony Garcia's salary to 24,900 and expands his duties, with regular city hall time.
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Miss America to headline Fremont Pathfinder Days parade
Fremont hosts Pathfinder Days starting today with Miss America 1972 Laurie Lea Schaefer as grand marshal. The weekend features a parade from Stevenson Boulevard to Grimmer Boulevard, a central park carnival midway, and stage shows including Polynesian dancers, a bodybuilding demonstration, and belly dancing. The Pathfinder grounds run Saturday 10 a.m. to midnight and Sunday 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. with live acts, a trained dog act, karate demo, and a pancake breakfast Sunday morning.
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Mars water finds support life theory claim
UPI reports Viking 2 has confirmed the north polar cap of Mars is largely water ice, not dry ice, ending a five year dispute. Dr. Hugh Kieffer stated the residual polar cap is water ice and predicted the southern cap may be as well, a finding that heightens life-support scenarios on Mars.
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FBI reports drop in violent crimes in first half 1976
The FBI records sharp decreases in murders robberies assaults and rapes in the first six months of 1976 versus 1975 while larceny theft increases offset gains. Fremont reports 4063 crimes in six months 1976 up from 4016 in 1975 with 1 murder 12 rapes 64 robberies 83 aggravated assaults 1230 burglaries 2492 larceny or theft and 191 car thefts.
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First Presidential Debate Sets Tone for 1976 Campaign
Carter and Ford face off in the first debate tonight at 9 90 p m EDT. The setting mirrors Kennedy Nixon in impact as 90 minutes focus on domestic issues. Both candidates seek to project leadership while trying to pierce the other's record since Nixon's exit.
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Kennedy School Bus Transfer Signals Possible Closure
A Kennedy School kindergarten pupil was moved to Madison School as the district shifts to equalize class sizes amid enrollment decline. The transfer, authorized by the school board, signals Kennedy may close, with plans to use staff at Madison and Wilson as part of a broader restructuring.
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Fremont teachers seek bigger raise amid budget clash
Fremont teachers oppose the proposed four percent pay increase while school trustees back the package. The note outlines district tensions over salaries and funding.
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Volunteer work praised as training by Alameda speaker
A noted speaker at the Volunteer Bureau of Alameda County calls volunteer work excellent training for future paid employment and urges proper recognition. The report appears in Women's World. Weather details imply cool conditions with highs in the 50s. more on page 2.
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