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Field Of Weeds At Former SJ Landfill Could Become Recreational Center

SAN JOSE (KCBS) – A landfill site in San Jose that’s been vacant for more than 30 years could become the field of dreams for amateur baseball and softball players now that a developer has […]

2013/01/03

California State Parks

Governor Brown Signs State Parks Bill Into Law To Ensure Spending Oversight

Gov. Jerry Brown has signed several bills to keep California’s state parks open and ensure greater spending oversight in the wake of a scandal in which parks officials hid $54 million.

2012/09/25

Santa Clara County park

Battle Shaping Up Over Santa Clara County Parks Funding

The Santa Clara County Board of Supervisors was set to decide Tuesday on how to invest in its parks as neighborhood groups and open-space advocates argue over millions in parks funding.

2012/08/21

park, picnic, outdoor recreation

Marin County Supervisors Add Parks Tax Measure To November Ballot

The Marin County Board of Supervisors on Tuesday added a quarter-cent tax increase measure on the November ballot that will fund and improve its parks, open spaces and agricultural projects.

2012/08/08

California State Parks

California Parks Slated For Closure To Remain Open Temporarily

With a busy Fourth of July week looming, California parks officials announced Thursday that 65 of the 70 state parks once slated to close Sunday due to budget cuts will remain open.

2012/06/28

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Best Waterparks And Pools In The Bay Area

Summer is here and that means water lovers and thrill seekers alike are hitting the water parks and pools in the Bay Area. Get the most splash for your cash at these great water parks, and dive into the season’s most playful and refreshing way to stay cool and have fun.

2012/06/08

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Best Playgrounds In San Francisco

Our love affair begins with playgrounds as toddlers and carries over to our golden years. The Bay Area is spoiled in terms of sheer volume, but everyone has parks they go back to whether out of necessity or nostalgia. Here’s our list for best playgrounds in San Francisco.

2012/03/23

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San Francisco’s Most Romantic Parks

Author Elizabeth Weil shares her favorite romantic San Francisco parks for falling and staying in love.

2012/02/23

Candlestick Park

49ers Move Will Hurt San Francisco Parks

Millions of dollars that maintain parks all over San Francisco will vanish when the 49ers head to Santa Clara in 2014, and city officials said they are worried about how to fill that gaping hole in the budget.

2012/02/17

Harvey Milk Plaza, San Francisco Castro District

New Rules For SF Castro District Plaza Prevent Camping, Allow Carts

A proposal to ban camping and other activities at two plazas in San Francisco’s Castro District was approved by the Board of Supervisors Tuesday, but only after the removal of regulations that had angered homeless advocates in the city.

2012/02/01

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