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Tiny Kitten Saved From 2-Alarm Fire | 2500 New Homes Proposed

ALSO: A Marin child got sick after consuming raw milk; Sewer bill rate hike proposed; New fire equipment approved; Christmas Parade photos.

A firefighter carries a kitten rescued from a 2-alarm fire.
A firefighter carries a kitten rescued from a 2-alarm fire. (Livermore-Pleasanton Fire Dept.)

Catch up on the Bay Area's top stories for Wednesday, Dec. 11.

Kitten Rescued From 2-Alarm Fire

A two-alarm fire on Pacific Avenue caused "major" damage to some units and minor firefighter injuries.

Suspected Bird Flu Sparks New Raw Milk Warnings In The Bay Area

The case has renewed calls for people to avoid all raw milk products.

Find out what's happening in Sonoma Valleyfor free with the latest updates from Patch.

2500-Home Development Application Filed

The Sunset Development Company announced it filed paperwork for the first phase of a 2510-home mixed-use development in Bishop Ranch.

Supes OK $450K To Preserve Affordable Apartments

Officials said the money will help the Canal Alliance complete the purchase of a nine-unit complex and keep the apartments affordable.

Find out what's happening in Sonoma Valleyfor free with the latest updates from Patch.

Rate Hike Proposed For Residents Of Sanitary District

See how much your bills could climb next year.

New Rescue Vehicle For Remote Fire Brigade Funded

The county will help cover the cost of a new, state-of-the-art ambulance for the Kings Mountain Volunteer Fire Brigade.

Lafayette-Moraga Regional Trail: Officials Mark Reopening

A section of the trail in Moraga has been closed since 2016 because of a landslide.

Free Children's Pancake Breakfast With Santa

The breakfast will be held Saturday.

Concord Police Make Holidays Sparkle For Several Families

Members of the Concord Police Department teamed up with the Sparkle Foundation to deliver gifts to families in the community.

Dublin 'Deck The Homes' Contest Voting Underway

Residents have until Sunday to determine which home will win the 'People's Choice' Award.

Delectable Bites Extolled At Berkeley Bakery

Are these incredible donuts part of your heritage?

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