The Alameda Journal (AJ) is not a hometown newspaper…read more The AJ is actually part of the East bay Times Community newspapers group, which covers Alameda and Contra Costa Counties. I don't subscribe to it, but I do occasionally get a free paper on my driveway. It contains local, county and State news. But half the paper is all about ads and real estate. But that's ok, someone has to pay the bills right? I just look at what interests me. I've lived in Alameda for decades, and we no longer have a true home town paper, like we did with the Alameda Times-Star. The closest thing now is the Alameda Sun, and it's website is a wealth of info. There's also lots of Alameda facebook groups where residents chat and post about what's happening right now. Some people use Nextdoor for neighborhood news. So it appears the hometown newspaper has been replaced by social media.

If you are considering purchasing or renting property in this town, make sure that you do not use…read moreany real estate company or person from Alameda. I have lived in Alameda for more than 40 years on and off. My mother died here after being a resident for 45 years. I always read the journal just to see how much money the local real estate thief's are putting into the journals advertisement pockets. Anyone who has been here long enough to be able track the real estate prices for the last 40 years is probably shaking his or her head right now. I remember when a home on central ave. was selling for $ 38,000 just 25 years ago, that is listed right now for $ 660,000. This property is stucco over dry rotted redwood, sheet rocked interior with old tube and knob wiring, a foundation that is brick encased in concrete with minor anchoring and plumbing that is a combination of galvanized supply line, black pipe here and there, or PVC wherever the previous owners could get away with it. It's also listed with that much sought phrase "bonus room " and states that the garage has been converted into a storage area with a separate entrance, plumbing, finished walls , electrical and finished ceilings. This town has 80 + year old wood and stucco homes that are literally held together with either paint, stucco ,an incredible amount of sealant , siding or other creative aesthetic coverings designed to disguise the fact that most of the older wooden structures are dry rotted, insect & mold , mildew troubled structures. Any news about this towns renters , be it complaints about the way the owners treat their tenants, the conditions of some rental complexes on shoreline drive, especially the 40 or more unit complexes that fall into a special city controlled category, the violations being dealt with by our building dept. or important information or news that may help renters is purposely and quickly buried and not reported. I have personally contacted the journals reporter with information regarding massive city code violations, living condition abuse at a complex on shoreline Dr. and was told that the journals revenues are not drawn from complaints but instead from real estate based contributions, and that the complaint path is nonexistent as far as news in the journal.

GARBAGE! GARBAGE! GARBAGE! GARBAGE! GARBAGE! GARBAGE! GARBAGE! GARBAGE! GARBAGE! GARBAGE! GARBAGE!…read moreGARBAGE! GARBAGE! GARBAGE! GARBAGE! GARBAGE! GARBAGE! GARBAGE! GARBAGE! GARBAGE! GARBAGE! GARBAGE! GARBAGE! GARBAGE! I'm so sick and tired of this sorry ass insignificant piece of crap paper that nobody reads, let alone gives a flying F of its existence. Constantly littering the front of my house. It has been YEARS! I emailed the publication to STOP countless times, I've lost track. I got a reply ONCE, stating that they were going to cease dropping that paper on my residence, but nooooo, it kept coming. I'm installing security cameras and will keep a log of evidence. You better PRAY I'm not there in person to confront the delivery person, it's not going to be a nice greeting. Why you keep wasting poor trees to make your pathetic paper? In these times of the pandemic, I don't want your infected garbage of a paper anywhere NEAR my property! ENOUGH IS FRIGGIN ENOUGH! Good grief, I HATE YOUR GUTS!!!

Finally, I got a response that stuck. Perseverance pays off. I can't say I've read the Montclarion,…read morebut they need to make it easier to cancel mailings...

Bella Eiko Media gets in the streets to get the truth! Real people, real events, real talk. Bella…read moreEiko is a true citizen media outlet! It's radical. It's interactive. It's true news. #occupyoakland #Ferguson

I had to do a business post and had the pleasure of working with Joyce M. who gave me excellent…read morecustomer service. It's been a pleasure doing business with Alameda Sun thanks to you.

I AM LIVID. My Grandmother's obituary was published today and they completely removed a line about…read moreher son who passed away a few years ago. I can't get a hold of anyone there.. I am so upset that one of those most important people in her life was left out of her obituary by the newspaper company. I double checked my submission and it's definitely there.

GOOD NEWS !!!!!! The Alameda Telephone Directory is now online on the Alameda Magazine website. You…read morecan get to it in two ways: 1) www.alamedatelephonedirectory.com 2) www.alamedamagazine.com and then click on the "Alameda Telephone Directory" navigation bar. The print directory listings are in the online directory now and even include restaurant menus from advertisers .......check it out!

No one in Alameda uses the yellow pages because the "Blue Book" has everything we need. Restaurant…read moremenus and they make a mini version which I love to keep in my car. The middle section has great coupons and a map of Alameda. BUT THEY NEED A WEBSITE HINT HINT HINT....

I have used ABM for over 20 years for varying problems with my computers. They have helped me keep…read moreolder equipment functioning and also helped me make the decision when it is time to "put down" an "old friend." They have always been accessible, friendly, patient with my skill level and very reasonable in their charges. They also help me make practical decisions within my needs and skill sets. They are a local business with stable staff and a great service model.

1. Understood my problem 2. Provided a workaround update for…read moremy old and slow MacBook Pro 3. Helpful and friendly (worked with owner, Jesse Nelson) 4. Quick resolution 5. Cut a deal on the update 6. Was direct with me, recommending a new laptop purchase (which I've done and expecting to pick it up on Saturday)

As a Realtor, I regularly see colleagues with terrible business cards, branding, and websites. I…read morewanted to build a brand that was clean, modern, and fun. Peter gave me great advice on how I could create a look that fit that clientele I was looking for -- first-time homebuyers, young professionals, and most importantly, home buyers/sellers with an appreciation for modern, industrial, and unique spaces. He gave me honest feedback, made wonderful design suggestions and I have to say, I love my new business cards. I'm really excited that I'll also be using Peter and his team for my new website which is coming soon: www.UrbanModernHomes.com.

Peter was sent from the heavens…read more After 6+ months of waiting out a site conversion a friend was managing for me I gave up, threw in the towel with her and contacted Peter. He freshened up my business' look and feel considerably. We now have a lovely WordPress site that I can edit easily and its a vast improvement from the HTML website I had previously. Once we completed the revamp, I hired Peter for his business consulting services. His insight, knowledge, and expertise is invaluable. I'm so grateful for his support. After the New Year, we're implementing some software that will bring me peace of mind, but even better, a little time off once and a while. I owe that gentle push to Peter. He's brought clarity and transparency to our business, which converts potential clients into longterm customers. I'm really thankful for Peter and his team. He's made this our best year yet.

A piece of time just sitting here with no real good explanation of anything, but I hope that…read moresomeday that whoever oversees this makes a new sign that really explains the whole history of this to the best of its ability

Paul's Newstand has been around for decades. it's in a little wooden structure ala the kind the bad…read morebad wolf blew down in the "three little pigs". used to buy my sunday paper here decades ago. place is still here. open this afternoon as i drove by. sad to say i buy no papers for myself these days. just read the news off the internet.

Back when the other review here was posted, I would have felt the same way. Probably a three or…read morefour star review in my case, because I'm a slightly tough grader, but I would have agreed with much of the text. However, over the past year, the magazine has essentially ceased to exist. It is pretty much a copy of the same publisher's Oakland Magazine with a different cover. Very little independent content. They've unloaded most of their columnists and writers. Unfortunately, this means that the bulk of each issue is about Oakland and the rest of the East Bay. It adds up to a mediocre regional magazine, not a local product.

This is a beautiful magazine. I love the photography and layout. I love their by the numbers…read moresection. They do a best of Alameda, I wish they would add more catagories and do an online submission hint hint hint...