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Week in Review: Party Fatality; Ax Attack; No Backyard Pot; See Ya Later, Gator

Here are some of this week's headlines from Concord.

Gator Bob's Closes, Hopes to Reopen in Pleasant Hill: The discount warehouse on Salvio Street lost its lease and shut down at the end of March. Story here.

Concord Bans Outdoor Marijuana Cultivation: The city council voted unanimously Tuesday in favor of an ordinance banning the cultivation of medical marijuana plants in Concord yards. Click link.

Should Oak Grove Teacher Be Disciplined For Swatting Student with Paper? Watch video here.

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Who's Hiring in Concord: PetSmart; PG&E; Macy's: Details here.

Police: Fatal Shooting At Large Family Party: Concord PD arrests Concord man on suspicion of shooting Brentwood man on Mi Casa Court, near Monument Boulevard. Story here.

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Woman Attacked by Roommate with Hatchet: The victim was taken to the hospital with a 'minor to moderate' injury. Read more.

SF Giants' Outfielder Overcomes Writing Anxiety for the Fans: Read more.

Formerly Suicidal Concordian To Walk From Darkness To Dawn: Laura Matthiesen will take part in The American Foundation for Suicide Prevention’s "Out of the Darkness" fundraiser and awareness event by walking up to 18 miles overnight. Story is here.

 

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