Top Stories, Oct. 17-23: Earthquakes and Robberies

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1. : Despite attempts to revive him by passersby along Pinehurst Road and the medical personnel who responded to the scene, the 70-year-old passed away at Alameda County Hospital Sunday, Sept. 16.
2. : Piedmont was shaken up Thursday by a couple of quakes centered in Berkeley. Piedmont High School student she didn't know what to do, despite all the duck-and-cover practice. struck early Saturday.
   
3. : Following the crimes, Chief John Hunt reminded residents to be aware of their surroundings and recommended against wearing gold-colored jewelry, which has become very tempting for thieves. 
   
4. : No one was injured, but parents picking up their kids had to be redirected when a Toyota Tacoma flipped in front of Havens Elementary School just as the closing bell rang Wednesday.
   
5. : A Piedmont high schooler decided to throw a big party when her father was out for the evening Saturday, Oct. 15. One of the guests didn't want to cooperate when police arrived. 
   

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