Richard Bammer, who buried his father on Sept. 10, 2001, remembers a 'bright, jeweled-blue September morning, a Tuesday,' and horror, sorrow and fear

https://www.thereporter.com/2021/09/10/staff-writer-recalls-seeing-the-pentagon-on-fire-on-9-11/

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Pacific Gas and Electric Company (PG&E) is cautioning that, due to potential high winds Monday, combined with the drought and extremely dry vegetation, a Public Safety Power Shutoff (PSPS) could be enacted in 13 counties — including Solano and Yolo —  to reduce the risk of wildfire.

https://www.thereporter.com/2021/09/18/pge-warns-of-potential-power-shutoffs-in-counties-including-solano-yolo/

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The Vacaville City Council will consider a design by artist Leslie Molera for the Rocky Hill Trail public art project at Tuesday's meeting.

https://www.thereporter.com/2021/09/24/vacaville-city-council-to-consider-design-for-rocky-hill-trail-public-art-project/

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“These employees’ dedication to public service, their willingness to put themselves in harm’s way to save others and the work they do to improve our institutions and our communities exemplify the best in CDCR,” CDCR Secretary Kathleen Allison said in a press statement.

https://www.thereporter.com/2021/09/24/three-vacaville-officers-among-148-honored-by-the-cdcr/

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With the pandemic still lingering, Soroptimist International of Vacaville is pivoting onceagain with its annual fundraiser – this time inviting the public to purchase dinner tickets and drive through Oct. 16 to pick up a tri-tip meal extravaganza in the parking lot of Ulatis Community Center.

https://www.thereporter.com/2021/09/18/soroptimist-tri-tip-extravaganza-to-help-support-women-and-girls/

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Five Navy sailors were killed Sunday when their helicopter crashed into the Pacific Ocean off the coast of San Diego.Among them was Lt. Bradley A. Foster, a 2015 graduate of California State University Maritime Academy.

https://www.thereporter.com/2021/09/06/a-sailor-killed-in-navy-helicopter-crash-was-a-cal-maritime-grad/

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"Go big or go home" should not be your mantra for Labor Day weekend, experts say.Have fun, of course, but celebrate with safety in mind.

https://www.thereporter.com/2021/09/02/aaa-authorities-feds-encourage-safe-holiday-travels/

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City Manager Aaron Busch said police departments across the country have come under increased scrutiny in recent years, especially in the wake of the murder of George Floyd by a Minneapolis police officer in May 2020. In particular, many have called for more community policing agencies and increased trust between the community and law enforcement.

https://www.thereporter.com/2021/08/25/vacaville-city-council-oks-agreement-with-oir-for-pd-audit/

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The wait is nearly over. On Saturday, a grand opening will be held for Dixon High's farm, its first to ever be located on a Dixon High campus.

https://www.thereporter.com/2021/08/24/dixon-high-farm-grand-opening-scheduled-for-saturday/

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Public is invited to a joint press conference Wednesday morning, either in person or via Zoom, at the Sacramento District Attorney's Office

https://www.thereporter.com/2021/08/17/crime-victims-das-join-lawsuit-to-stop-early-release-of-violent-felons/

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The San Francisco Giants couldn’t pull out another close game Wednesday in 6-2 loss to the New York Mets. Giants manager Gabe Kapler used his entire bullpen and a few spectacular fielding plays from LaMonte Wade Jr. and Brandon Crawford helped keep San Francisco in the hunt. Ultimately, the team lost after former Giants fan […]

https://www.thereporter.com/2021/08/18/photos-giants-had-some-spectacular-plays-in-close-loss-to-mets-in-extra-innings/

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Trey Lance debuted with an early 80-yard touchdown pass in the 49ers' preseason opener against the Kansas City Chiefs on Saturday.

https://www.thereporter.com/2021/08/14/49ers-preseason-opener-trey-lance-debuts-with-td-bomb-as-fans-flock-back-to-levis-stadium/

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After several proceedings and delays in the past several years, a Solano County Superior Court trial date still remains pending for a Vallejo gang member accused, with two others, of fatally shooting a man more than three years ago, one of several killings by four other gang members between 2017 and 2018 in Vallejo. Desean […]

https://www.thereporter.com/2021/08/02/trial-setting-date-still-pending-for-vallejo-gang-member/

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This past week, all eyes have been on the Olympic Games, but Tokyo was not the only place to see high-energy competition. Plenty of that was on display at Three Oaks Community Center, as Camp Three Oaks had an Olympics-themed week complete with running and plenty of swimming.

https://www.thereporter.com/2021/07/30/camp-three-oaks-concludes-week-of-olympic-themed-fun/

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Arrested in July 2020, Matthew Core, 39, sentenced Monday in federal court for committing bank fraud, aggravated identity theft, and possession of reproduced U.S. Postal Service keys and will begin serving his prison term immediately

https://www.thereporter.com/2021/07/26/vallejo-man-gets-more-than-six-years-for-bank-fraud-identity-theft/

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For Tony Wong, working at the Nut Tree was supposed to just be a summer job to assist his father, the executive chef, before his senior year of high school. It ended up transforming his life as he embarked on a long career in the restaurant industry.

https://www.thereporter.com/2021/07/26/nut-tree-cook-recalls-how-working-at-eatery-led-to-long-career-in-restaurant-industry/

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Jury trial set to begin Wednesday for Alexander V. Bantov, 60, charged with sex assaults, now scheduled for Sept. 22 in Department 9 in the Justice Center in Fairfield

https://www.thereporter.com/2021/07/21/trial-date-again-reshuffled-for-ukrainian-national-accused-of-child-sex-crimes/

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The item came as a result of more cities adopting organic waste collection services to meet the state's goal of reducing greenhouse gases by 2025 through cutting disposal of organic waste by 75 percent. Organic waste is defined as food waste, landscape trimmings, compostable paper and nonhazardous wood waste.

https://www.thereporter.com/2021/07/21/dixon-city-council-oks-consultant-for-organic-waste-management-process/

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Founded in 2008 as a self-funding, nonprofit charitable Veteran Service Organization, the Honor Guard is comprised of both military and non-military volunteers serving primarily the Sacramento Valley National Cemetery as well as surrounding cemeteries. The mission is to provide and assist in administering full and complete military honors to veterans who have served this country.

https://www.thereporter.com/2021/07/03/volunteer-honor-guard-offers-service-opportunities/

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The Vacaville Police Department will have additional officers on patrol over the Fourth of July weekend looking for drivers suspected of operating a vehicle under the influence of alcohol or drugs.

https://www.thereporter.com/2021/07/02/vacaville-police-department-crack-down-for-independence-day/

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SF Giants starter Kevin Gausman and Angels star Shohei Ohtani turned in great performances in a matinee game that wasn't decided until the evening.

https://www.thereporter.com/2021/06/23/sf-giants-sweep-angels-with-seven-runs-in-chaotic-13th-inning-gausman-ohtani-live-up-to-hype/

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It's not too late to enjoy a fun outing and support a good cause at the same time.Be Love Farm and Vaca Valley Grange are hosting a Wine and Cheese Evening from 7-9 p.m. Thursday to support the growth of Vaca Valley Grange.

https://www.thereporter.com/2021/06/23/enjoy-gourmet-eats-support-a-local-cause/

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Around 70 past employees of Vacaville's Nut Tree gathered at the Vacaville Museum on Saturday afternoon for a joyful reunion where they got to see old friends and share stories. The museum hosted the event in honor of the 100th anniversary of the Nut Tree.

https://www.thereporter.com/2021/06/19/vacaville-museum-hosts-nut-tree-reunion/

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Marin CHP identified the victim as Allen G.S. Joson, who was found dead after a 7 p.m. June 9 crash involving four vehicles just west of the Richard 'Fresh Air' Janson Bridge over Sonoma Creek at the Sonoma-Solano county line

https://www.thereporter.com/2021/06/15/vallejo-man-47-killed-in-highway-37-crash/

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The Downtown Specific Plan, which is now in the midst of its public review period, is a blueprint for transforming downtown Vacaville over time to improve its aesthetics and mobility while also maintaining its charm. Through Friday, the public will have an opportunity to provide their thoughts on the draft document before it enters its final form in the fall. One avenue for public feedback was at the Vacaville Planning Commission's meeting Tuesday, where commissioners and members of the public provided input on parking and other topics.

https://www.thereporter.com/2021/06/16/vacaville-planning-commission-provides-feedback-on-downtown-specific-plan-draft/

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The Giants have challenging decisions with both their 26-man and 40-man rosters.

https://www.thereporter.com/2021/06/15/tough-roster-decisions-looming-for-sf-giants-as-darin-ruf-readies-for-return/

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Clear blue skies, tropical temperatures and cooling breezes Saturday were a perfect backdrop for Dixon High School's Class of 2021 graduation.

https://www.thereporter.com/2021/06/12/skys-the-limit-for-dixon-high-graduates/

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It's been just over a month since Joe Allio was named interim chief of the Vacaville Police Department, and he said this week that he's impressed with what he's found so far.

https://www.thereporter.com/2021/06/10/interim-vacaville-police-chief-talks-first-month-on-the-job/

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