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Biography

Longtime reporter and features writer; pets & wildlife columnist; founder of Our Garden, a demonstration garden operated in conjunction with the Contra Costa Master Gardeners that donates thousands of fresh produce to help feed the hungry; garden page editor and writer; editor of the monthly special sections, The Good Life, directed at those 50 and older.

Content

Total articles 8980

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  What animal turned a Santa Clara car into a prickly pear pantry?

  By Joan Morris Verified

  Apr. 14, 2025

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  Is Pleasant Hill cat owner doing enough to keep cats safe from avian flu?

  By Joan Morris Verified

  Apr. 07, 2025

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  What animal stole the avocados off Sunnyvale tree, leaving no trace?

  By Joan Morris Verified

  Mar. 31, 2025

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Company Info

Bay Area News Group

Bay Area News Group (BANG) is a prominent media company based in San Jose, California, dedicated to serving the San Francisco Bay Area. Founded in 2006, it operates as a subsidiary of MediaNews Group and publishes several major newspapers, including *The Mercury News*, *East Bay Times*, and *Marin Independent Journal*, along with numerous community weeklies. The company aims to inform local communities through accurate and compelling storytelling, adhering to high ethical standards in journalism. In addition to traditional newspaper publishing, Bay Area News Group offers digital marketing solutions to help businesses effectively reach local audiences. It operates online platforms like BayArea.com, which serves as a hub for local news and information. With a revenue of approximately $80.4 million and a workforce of around 832 employees, BANG plays a vital role in the media landscape of the Bay Area, emphasizing community engagement and quality journalism.