LAFAYETTE -- Several regional water agency officials on hand for an Oct. 26 town hall meeting were adamant that recycled water will likely play a big role in an increasingly drought-plagued Central Costa County. That those officials said regional cooperation will be key to getting any of various prospective project to bring steady supplies of recyc...

By Sam Richards Staff writer Changes have come to Rossmoor’s two golf courses for the past eight years, and Rossmoor residents can expect more of the same into 2023 and beyond - primarily less green grass and more mulch. The effects of the ongoing Continued on page 14A Director of Golf Mark Heptig presents ways the golf courses are cutting back on ...

By Mike Wood Staff writer The Activities Council’s general meeting on Oct. 25 covered a lot of ground, including processes for guest lists and authorization for entry; liability insurance for clubs; and how a new California law affects a small number of club events that involve alcohol sales. More than 100 residents, predominately officials or othe...

this year, and it was because of the encouragement,” she described during a phone interview conducted along with a sign language interpreter. It’s the newest way Chan has become involved in community activities and clubs. She swims, line dances and helps with an American Sign Language class taught by Bryan Zinza, her longtime partner. Chan is plann...

• Yvonne Aarden – books • Jim Anderson – ceramics • Ted and Linda Arden – photography, book • Pam Armstrong – jams, cakes, candies • Chris Bang – turned wood products • Florie Bauman – watercolor and oil paintings • Sydne Bernard – ethnic jewelry • Ellena Bloedorn – necklaces • Glenn Borhardt – books • Pierre Boyer – laser cut earrings • Carmen Bra...

Newcomers Fair to introduce amenities to those who moved in during COVID There was a time when an evening cocktail party was held for new Rossmoor residents every three months or so – 150 to 170 guests coming to the Fireside Room to become better acquainted with their new neighbors and community, and with GRF staff. But thanks to COVID-19, it’s bee...

Lauralee Barbaria had good reason to snicker, thanks to an impressive golf victory. This was a biggie. Barbaria took top honors at the Women’s Nine-Hole Golf Association Tournament of Champions on Sept. 29 at Discovery Bay Country Club, triumphing over golfers from throughout Northern California who, for the most part, were considerably younger. Th...

Anumber of Rossmoor events are making their way back after being waylaid by the COVID-19 pandemic, with the upcoming Rossmoor Health Fair a prime example. And for Penny Reed, it’s none too soon. “The (COVID) shutdown hit on many fronts; people have been isolated, aren’t connecting, not always able to know what health services are out there for them...

Arlyss Rothman, who was a former Third Mutual board member and president and current vice president of the Rossmoor Emergency Preparedness Organization (EPO), died Oct. 19 following a long fight with cancer. Rothman, 74, made her mark in Rossmoor almost immediately after she and husband, Al, arrived in 2015. She started as an entry coordinator for ...

Cal clubs ranged in age from 25 to 85. Barbaria, representing Rossmoor’s Women’s Nine-Hole Golf Club, emerged as 2022 grand champion in the championship flight with a gross score of 43, just ahead of four golfers tied at 44. She was beaming during the awards ceremony, when she was presented with a floral bouquet and a glass trophy. “I was so tickle...