The brush fire that started in the Orinda hills above Highway 24 and burned 30 acres Tuesday afternoon is being called a possible act of arson by fire investigators. Moraga-Orinda Fire District Fire Marshal Michael Mentink said that investigators believe the fire is suspicious. More than 120 firefighters were used to contain the fire.

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On Saturday, Oct. 3, the Lafayette Town Hall Theatre will be holding a costume and furniture sale to sell off items from plays that have been put on in the past. The sale will take place from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. at 3430 Mt. Diablo Blvd., not at the Town Hall Theatre. Call 925-283-6673 for more information about the sale.