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Peralta Public Safety Director cited by Oakland Police Department
District stands behind Tim Thomas following a 'convoluted incident' on 5th Avenue
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Merritt College President David Johnson enjoys serving his community and says he is in here to stay
Johnson wants to retire as president if given the chance
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The Citizen staff wins Society of Professional Journalists’ James Madison Freedom of Information Award
Peralta Community College District’s only student-run publication was awarded for its transparency and consistency in reporting on Peralta’s security transitions
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Marina security guards lack basic communication equipment
Many unarmed guards must use their personal cell phones to communicate with supervisors
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A Letter to Peralta
Questions Have Been Raised About Our Work
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Vax mandate looms with shifting deadlines and upcoming Town Hall
Conflicting messaging adds to confusion
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Peralta Board of Trustees announce Dr. Jannett Jackson as new Interim Chancellor
Board approves new Interim Chancellor in 7-0 vote during Tuesday’s meeting
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Anita Black memorialized with high praise and scholarship
Longtime pillar of Merritt community remembered by colleagues
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Dr. Rudy Besikof set to lead at Laney
New president brings familiar face to 2021
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Campuses are closed, but their libraries aren’t: Where to find library resources
Peralta librarians talk ups and downs of working online