Published: November, 2004 The new program partners uniformed law enforcement personnel with Coast Guard Sea Marshals to increase law enforcement presence on the San Francisco Bay ferry systems. The program enables both on- and off-duty law enforcement officers to ride Golden Gate ferries and Blue and Gold Fleet ferries to aid in maintaining a constant […]
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Golden Gate Ferry Terminals Receive Security Enhancements
Published: November, 2004 Built in 1976 and 1978, the Golden Gate Larkspur and San Francisco Ferry Terminals have undergone minor changes and remodels over the years. Responding to the national security events of the past several years, Golden Gate Ferry is complying with the requirements of the TSA, the Maritime Administration, and the United States […]
Bay CrossingsPeninsula Section
By Sam Tolmasoff Published: November, 2004 When I was a very small boy, the Second World War was fresh in everyone’s mind and the Korean Conflict was looming on the horizon. What was called the “Post War Boom” was in full “spend” mode and my family often traveled between Los Angeles and the tiny town […]
The Hungry Gourmet
By Paul Redman Published: November, 2004 Shrimp cocktail, strong martinis, and breathtaking ocean views— this is the Cliff House I remember from my last visit, in 2002. But a few weeks ago, after surviving an interminable taxi ride to attend the grand opening of the new and improved facility, I was ready to leave the […]
Waterfront Living: Alameda’s Bayport
Published: November, 2004 The Bayport Alameda residential community is a winner, but you have to be lucky to own one of the new homes. Currently, interested parties must first visit the sales office to receive a packet of instructions that detail the process of becoming a pre-qualified buyer. Only pre-qualified buyers are allowed to register […]
Ferry Around the Bay for the Holidays
Published: November, 2004 Alameda Rosenblum Wine Cellars is a great place to enjoy the day or visit while holiday shopping. It is always fun to go to the source. Rosenblum Cellars, located next door to the Alameda ferry docks, is where grapes are crushed and wine is bottled. There are picnic tables outside for sunny […]
Will the Walls Come Tumbling Down?
Ancient Buildings and Overcrowding at San Quentin Spell Potential Disaster for California’s Oldest Prison in a Major Earthquake..Now, a New Death-Row Complex is Proposed. But, “Hope is on the way”:A Proposed Transit Village to Transform the Prison into a Regional Transportation Hub. By Wes Starratt, Senior Editor Published: November, 2004 What do you do […]
Libations
By Dianne Boate and Robert Meyer Published: October, 2004 De La Montanya Winery the apple of our eyes. This story developed over 3 separate days in Sonoma County during very hot weather, but never mind, when the sun hits the earth, the ripening grapes, and an apple orchard, there is an elixer in the air […]
Best Alternative for Bay Bridge Replacement Is Awarding Current Bid
Published: October, 2004 A report commissioned by the Metropolitan Transportation Commission (MTC) in its role as the Bay Area Toll Authority (BATA) affirms the conclusion drawn earlier this summer by the California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) that seeking new bids for construction of a self-anchored suspension span for the eastern portion of the San […]
Bay CrossingsCommunity Calendar
Published: October, 2004 Oct. 13th, Safari West Gala with Dr. Laurie Marker, recognized as one of Time Magazine’s Heroes for the Planet, is a guest for a very special evening and dinner among the some 400 African animals in Santa Rosa. A Celebration of Speed and Elegance, this evening benefits the Cheetah Conservation Fund. The […]