Newark|News|
Safety Tips: Children and Strangers
Newark police release information about how children should deal with strangers and the differences between suspicious strangers and trustworthy strangers.
Nika Megino, Patch Staff
Nika Megino, Patch Staff
- Newark, CA
Nika Megino is the community manager for Patch communities throughout Alameda County and Contra Costa County.
Hometown: Newark, California
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Piedmont, CA|News|
Linda Avenue Shooting Suspect to Enter Plea in March
Dennis Bagwell, 61, faces an attempted murder charge in connection with a shooting that injured a U.S. Customs and Border Protection officer.
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Newark|News|
Crime Map: Man Caught With 17 Grams Of Meth; Two Burglaries In One Day
Each week, Patch maps crimes of interest throughout the city. Click each point for details; press the small "x" to close.
Nika Megino, Patch Staff
Newark|News|
Shooting Suspect To Enter Plea in March
Dennis Bagwell, 61, faces an attempted murder charge in connection with a shooting that injured an off-duty U.S. Customs and Border Protection officer.
Nika Megino, Patch Staff
Newark|News|
Police Searching For Man Who Followed Teen
Officers reported that the 15-year-old was uncomfortable and ran and that the man followed.
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Concord, CA|News|
Remembering Ray Samuels Former Concord PD Commander
Officials remember former Newark Police Chief and Concord Police Commander Ray Samuels, whose death was announced Feb. 18.
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Newark|News|
Business Closures Mean $1.6 Million Loss For City
City staff anticipate that next fiscal year's operational budget will total around $31.9 million.
Nika Megino, Patch Staff
Newark|News|
Man Accused Of Shooting Federal Agent To Enter Plea
Dennis Bagwell, 61, of Piedmont is charged with the attempted murder of his former student's husband.
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Newark|News|
School Board OKs Use of Devices During Meetings
The trustees voted 4-1 to remove an agreement that prohibited the use of communication devices during school board meetings.
Nika Megino, Patch Staff
Newark|News|
Remembering Former Police Chief Ray Samuels
Officials remember former Police Chief Ray Samuels, whose death was announced Feb. 18.
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Newark|News|
Cops Searching For Burglary Suspects After Two Homes Were Targeted Wednesday
One burglary was interrupted, while another resulted in the loss of a motorcycle, hunting jackets and beer.
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Newark|News|
Car Crash Murder Suspects To Enter Plea On Friday
Deshon Lamont Collier and Jabrie Watts, 20, both face three felony charges after a January car crash that killed a Pleasanton man.
Nika Megino, Patch Staff
Newark|News|
City Council To Examine 2012-14 Budget
City Council will also hear updates about Evergreen Refinery's repairs and discuss Waste Management services, which include a fee increase.
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Newark|News|
Three Fremont Schools Locked Down During Search For Burglary Suspects
Police have apprehended the three suspects wanted in connection to a home burglary.
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Newark|News|
A Local Athlete's Sports Journey
James Davenport, 26, has played in the minor leagues and slam dunked a Golden State Warrior. The Newark native shares his sports aspirations for the future.
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Newark|News|
Board Discusses Potential Service Reductions For 2012-13 School Year
District administration presented a draft that outlined a certificated staff reduction of 11.5 full-time equivalent positions.
Nika Megino, Patch Staff
Newark|News|
Crime Map: Woman Breaks Salon Window, Heads To Bar; Man Flees When Spotted Masturbating Near Gym
Each week, Patch maps crimes of interest throughout the city. Click each point for details; press the small "x" to close.
Nika Megino, Patch Staff
Newark|News|
School Board To Discuss 2012-13 Budget Updates
The trustees will also hear about the layoff process of certified staff.
Nika Megino, Patch Staff
Union City, CA|News|
Update: Police Recapture Domestic Violence Suspect
Suspect back in custody since 4:15 pm Tuesday after strange release from San Leandro psychiatric facility.
Nika Megino, Patch Staff