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Secretly Awesome: Japantown's Cottage Row Mini Park
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Secretly Awesome: Japantown's Cottage Row Mini Park

Nuala Sawyer
Jun 03, 2016

Nestled next to a row of historic houses, the small park creates a quiet space in a bustling neighborhood.

'Standing Strong!' Anthology Gives Voice To Fillmore, Japantown Communities
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'Standing Strong!' Anthology Gives Voice To Fillmore, Japantown Communities

Shoshi Parks
May 20, 2016

Born out of writing workshops in the two neighborhoods, the new anthology will launch with readings at the Main Library this Sunday.

The New Fillmore Monthly: Alta Plaza Updates, St. Mary's Turns 45, Soko Hardware, More
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The New Fillmore Monthly: Alta Plaza Updates, St. Mary's Turns 45, Soko Hardware, More

Nuala Sawyer
May 04, 2016

A look at the oldest hardware store in Japantown, Alta Plaza Park's upcoming renovations, the history of a landmark cathedral, and more.

Scenes From The 2016 Cherry Blossom Festival And Parade
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Scenes From The 2016 Cherry Blossom Festival And Parade

Beth Thomas
Apr 19, 2016

A peek at the food, festivities, and intriguing street fashion at Japantown's big festival and parade.

John Jaimerena Selected As New Captain Of SFPD Northern Station
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John Jaimerena Selected As New Captain Of SFPD Northern Station

Nuala Sawyer
Mar 23, 2016

A 22-year SFPD veteran, Jaimerena has pledged to reduce property theft and violent crime and enhance traffic safety.

Capt. Greg McEachern Stepping Down At SFPD Northern Station
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Capt. Greg McEachern Stepping Down At SFPD Northern Station

Nuala Sawyer
Feb 12, 2016

Beginning tomorrow, Lt. Jennifer Jackson will assume the role of Acting Captain until a replacement is found.

The New Fillmore Monthly: Apartment Fire Fallout, Payne Mansion History, More
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The New Fillmore Monthly: Apartment Fire Fallout, Payne Mansion History, More

Eric Eldon
Dec 10, 2015

Check out the latest from The New Fillmore for stories about local history, people and more.

Public Comment Window For Geary BRT Extended To Nov. 30th
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Public Comment Window For Geary BRT Extended To Nov. 30th

Nuala Sawyer
Nov 13, 2015

The San Francisco County Transportation Agency wants Geary commuters' input on a $30 million plan to redesign the corridor, which will include the demolition of two pedestrian bridges in Japantown.

Geary's Pedestrian Bridges May Be Razed, Despite Opposition
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Geary's Pedestrian Bridges May Be Razed, Despite Opposition

Nuala Sawyer
Nov 03, 2015

55,000 commuters travel down Geary every day, but a plan to expedite that journey is facing opposition from the Fillmore community.

Pioneering Japanese-American Doctor Remembers Quake, World War II, Her Neighborhoods
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Pioneering Japanese-American Doctor Remembers Quake, World War II, Her Neighborhoods

Marjorie Beggs
Aug 30, 2015

Dr. Togasaki recounts history as she lived it in this 1978 interview, from 1906, through job discrimination, internment camps, and much more.

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