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PDA installs 2012 board members, new president
Officers and board members of the Pleasanton Downtown Association were sworn into office last night at the Redcoats British Pub and Restaurant. The group, shown above, includes Mayor Jennifer Hosterman (center), who conducted the ceremony, and her husband and downtown attorney Michael Hosterman, who is this year's president of the organization. See story in adjoining column (Wednesday, 6:48 AM)

Michael Hosterman installed as president of Pleasanton Downtown Association by his wife, the mayor
Downtown Attorney Michael J Hosterman was sworn into office last night as this year's president of the Pleasanton Downtown Association by his wife Jennifer, who is also the city's mayor. (Wednesday, 6:40 AM)

Prop. 8 supporters ask court to uphold ban on same-sex marriage
Calling the case one of "exceptional importance," the sponsors of California's Proposition 8 asked a federal appeals court in San Francisco Tuesday to uphold the ban on same-sex marriage. (Wednesday, 6:12 AM)

County employees accused of misusing funds
Felony criminal charges have been filed against a husband and wife team who used to run an Alameda County agency that was supposed to help low-income people and parolees with job training, education and housing needs. (Wednesday, 6:06 AM)

Police investigating two weekend armed holdups
Two separate armed robberies took place in Pleasanton over Presidents Day weekend, and police say they have "excellent leads" in both. One took place in broad daylight in the parking lot at Stoneridge Shopping Center on Sunday, and involved a man, his sister and her husband and their two children. (Wednesday, 5:58 AM)

Stars of TV show 'Mythbusters' to speak to Dublin students today
Stars of the television show "MythBusters" are returning to Dublin today to speak to students about science and engineering less than
three months after the show's team accidentally sent a cannonball into a local neighborhood. (Wednesday, 5:54 AM)

Tuesday, February 21, 2012
Register for annual "Exploring your Horizons" conference
Girls to explore science and math careers at annual "Expanding your Horizons" conference. The 33rd annual Tri-Valley Expanding Your Horizons Conference returns at 8:30 a.m., Saturday, Feb. 25, at the Diablo Valley College, San Ramon Campus at 1690 Watermill Road, San Ramon. The daylong event is held for girls, grades 6-9, from Dublin, Livermore, Pleasanton, San Ramon and Sunol school districts to increase interest and foster awareness of careers in math and science. Registration information is available on their website: http://www.tveyh.org. (Tuesday, 6:18 PM)

Mother's With a Purpose meeting tomorrow
Mother's With a Purpose has open meetings scheduled the 2nd and 4th Thursday of every month at the same location, Foothill High School, 4375 Foothill Rd., Room C106. Anyone that might be interested in receiving information and support regarding teen and young adult drug and alcohol use, abuse and or addiction is welcome to attend. (Tuesday, 6:18 PM)

Virtually Speaking Toastmasters group meets every Thursday
Virtually Speaking Toastmasters club meets from noon-1 p.m., every Thursday, at Electrical Reliability Services, 6900 Koll Center Pkwy., Suite 415. Everyone is welcome to come see what a positive change Toastmasters can make in their confidence. Call 580-8660. (Tuesday, 6:18 PM)

Police investigating two weekend armed holdups
Two separate armed robberies took place in Pleasanton over Presidents Day weekend, and police say they have "excellent leads" in both. One took place in broad daylight in the parking lot at Stoneridge Shopping Center on Sunday, and involved a man, his sister and her husband and their two children. (Tuesday, 4:06 PM)

Widowed Men and Women organization hosting lunch Sunday in Pleasanton
The Widowed Men and Women of Northern California organization is hosting a lunch Sunday, Feb. 26 at 1 p.m., at Rising Loafer Bakery & Restaurant, 428 Main St., Pleasanton. The luncheon meeting is open to those interested in the organization. Individuals pay their own cost of the luncheon, ordering from the menu. RSVP to Athene by Thursday, Feb. 23 at 846-0111. (Tuesday, 7:30 AM)

Public blood drive scheduled tomorrow
The American Red Cross is holding a public blood drive from 10 a.m.-4 p.m., Wednesday, Feb. 22, in the American Red Cross Bus at Life Technologies, 6055 Sunol Blvd. Use sponsor code "Lifetech925" when scheduling an appointment. Call 800-733-2767 or visit www.redcrossblood.org. (Tuesday, 7:27 AM)

Donations needed for Cancer Society Discover shop jewelry fundraiser
The American Cancer Society Discover Shop is looking for donations of costume or precious jewelry for its annual Jungle of Jewels jewelry event on Mar. 9, 10 and 11. Donations are accepted at the shop from 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Mondays through Fridays, from 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Saturdays, and from noon-5 p.m on Sundays. The store is located at 1987-A Santa Rita Rd. For more information contact Monda Wiseman at 462-7374. (Tuesday, 7:27 AM)

Vandals toss rocks at homes in Livermore
Police in Livermore are searching for suspects who caused extensive property damage by launching large river rocks this weekend. (Tuesday, 7:05 AM)

Monday, February 20, 2012
AC Transit resumes transbay service
AC Transit has resumed its normal transbay service in response to Caltrans' early reopening of the Bay Bridge to traffic. (Monday, 8:07 AM)

Oldest remaining 1906 earthquake survivor dies at 109
A Novato woman thought to be the oldest of five known remaining survivors of the 1906 San Francisco Earthquake has died at the age of 109 (Monday, 7:50 AM)

Construction, demolition work ends, westbound lanes of Bay Bridge reopen early
The Bay Bridge's westbound upper deck reopened Sunday, more than 24 hours ahead of schedule following a planned holiday weekend closure for demolition and construction work. (Monday, 4:40 AM)

Rollerskating with Au pairs
All Au pairs in the Tri-Valley and San Ramon area are invited to Rollerskating at Golden Skate rink and all you can eat pizza and soda from 6:30-8:30 p.m., Sunday, Feb. 26 at Golden Skate, 2701 Hooper Dr., San Ramon. Cost is $12. Call 650-465-1000 or visit wwwhbrewer.aupairnews.com. (Monday, 4:24 AM)

Lunch with the Widowed men and women of Northern California
The Widowed Men and Women of Northern California would like to invite you to join them for lunch Sunday, Feb. 26 at 1 p.m., Rising Loafer Bakery & Restaurant, 428 Main St., Pleasanton. Cost your menu items. RSVP to Athene by Thursday, Feb. 23 at 846-0111. (Monday, 4:23 AM)

City offices closed today
City of Pleasanton offices will be closed on Feb. 20 in observance of Presidents Day. Police Patrol Services will continue to be provided and can be reached at 931-5100 (dispatch/non-emergency) or for an emergency, dial 911. City offices will re-open on Tuesday, Feb. 21. (Monday, 4:22 AM)

Sunday, February 19, 2012
Ishmael Reed to present 'Black History through Poetry'
Call him neither black nor African American. Renowned poet Ishmael Reed, who is appearing Sunday afternoon at the Firehouse Arts Center in honor of Black History Month, thinks all Americans should be referred to as "Pan-Americans." (Sunday, 4:43 PM)

Bay Bridge work continues with reopening on schedule early tomorrow
Weekend work on the Bay Bridge is moving forward as planned, and the roadway is expected to reopen on schedule early tomorrow morning, a transportation spokesman said. (Sunday, 4:33 PM)

San Francisco offers free shuttle rides throughout Golden Gate Park
With spring around the corner, the San Francisco Recreation and Park Department has introduced a free shuttle ride for the public to use at the city's Golden Gate Park on weekends and holidays, park officials announced Friday. (Sunday, 4:21 PM)

If you bought a lottery ticket in San Francisco Friday, check the numbers
A winning California Lottery ticket worth almost a quarter of a million dollars was sold at a San Francisco liquor store Friday, state lottery officials said. (Sunday, 4:17 PM)

Livermore cop's leg broken as police break up drunken gathering
Two men allegedly attacked a Livermore officer and broke his leg when police attempted to break up a large, drunken gathering early Saturday morning. (Sunday, 7:08 AM)

Saturday, February 18, 2012
Cal State East Bay plans 'Super Sunday' today at African-American churches
California State University East Bay officials are calling this "Super Sunday" as they visit African American churches throughout the Bay Area to discuss college options with kids and parents. (Saturday, 9:34 AM)

Bay Area home sales hit 5-year high
Bay Area home sales reached a five-year high in January even as the median home price continued to fall, according to a real estate information service. (Saturday, 9:25 AM)

Livermore man who police believe wanted to be killed saved by undercover officers
Uncover officers monitored the Livermore home of a person who was possibly attempting to commit suicide by cop for more than eight hours Thursday afternoon through early Friday morning, according to Livermore police. (Saturday, 9:21 AM)

Friday, February 17, 2012
Review: 'The Secret World of Arrietty'
Great things come in small packages. That's one of the lessons of "The Secret World of Arrietty," the entirely charming animated adventure based on Mary Norton's kid-lit classic "The Borrowers." -- PC (Friday, 3:59 PM)

Gas leak capped after construction crew strikes 4-inch line
A gas leak reported in Dublin shortly after noon today was capped by PG&E crews about 90 minutes later, a utility spokeswoman said. The leak was reported at 12:05 p.m. on Positano Parkway and was caused by a third-party dig-in that struck a 4-inch line, PG&E spokeswoman Tamar Sarkissian said. (Friday, 3:22 PM)

Dublin gas leak capped Friday after construction crew strikes 4-inch line
A gas leak reported in Dublin shortly after noon Friday was capped by PG&E crews about 90 minutes later, a utility spokeswoman said. (Friday, 3:18 PM)

Repaving could cause delays on Santa Rita Road next week
Santa Rita Road in Pleasanton between West Las Positas and Stoneridge Drive will be repaved starting next Tuesday, a project that will last three days and could lead to traffic delays. (Friday, 3:11 PM)

OPINION: Keep the housing floodgates closed
Pleasanton's two decades of managed slow growth policies ended Monday with the City Council's final approval of a new "housing element" that will become part of the city's General Plan. (Friday, 7:40 AM)

'Clutterless' support group meets Feb. 27, not tonight
Overwhelmed by clutter? Learn how to deal with it by attending this support group, which meets from 7-8:30 p.m. every Monday at St. Mary & St. John Coptic Orthodox Church, 4300 Mirador Dr., Rm. 7. Call 200-1943 or visit www.clutterless.org. Because it's Presidents Day, the group will not meet tonight. The next regular Monday night meeting will be Feb. 27. (Friday, 7:25 AM)

Needed: Advocates for neglected youth
CASA of Alameda County is looking for compassionate, committed volunteers from the Livermore/local community to help youth who have been abused, abandoned and neglected. Attend an orientation at 6:30 p.m., Wednesday, Feb. 22, in the conference room at the Multi-Service Building, 3311 Pacific Ave., Livermore. Contact John Anyosa, Volunteer Recruiter at (510) 618-1964 or janyosa@acgov.org to sign up or for further questions. (Friday, 7:25 AM)

Join the Japanese systems Reiki group tomorrow
The Japanese systems of Reiki is a spiritual practice which uses meditation, chanting, visualizations, and hands-on energy group work so that you can connect to their true nature. No prior Reiki experience is necessary. Classes are from 10-11:45 a.m. on the first and third Saturdays of every month at Tri Valley Unity's Gathering Place, 7567 Amador Valley Blvd., #120, Dublin. Contact Gayle at gstaehle@comcast.net. (Friday, 7:25 AM)

Police log: 'Dash and dine' becomes felony charge in Pleasanton
A San Francisco man was arrested at about 2:51 a.m. Feb. 9 in Pleasanton on a charge of felony burglary for what's commonly known as a dine and dash. (Friday, 7:20 AM)

Hatfield-McCoy feud comes to Pleasanton
We've all heard about the legendary Hatfield-McCoy family feud of the late 1800s that pitted two back-country West Virginia-Kentucky families in a fight over property rights. (Friday, 7:17 AM)

Thursday, February 16, 2012
Sales at a glance
Home sales in Pleasanton, Dublin, Livermore and Sunol for Jan. 12-24 and in San Ramon for Jan. 24-31. (Thursday, 3:40 PM)

Take 'America Saves Week' to heart
"America Saves Week" starts Sunday. After four years of coping with a stagnant economy, probably the last thing you want to hear is how important it is to sock away money for a rainy day. (Thursday, 3:40 PM)

Tim Hunt writes about battling a new Walmart concept
Tim Hunt writes about battling a new Walmart concept. See his latest blog. (Thursday, 11:48 AM)

'Black History Through Poetry' presentation at Firehouse Arts Center Sunday
The Firehouse Arts Center will host a presentation of "Black History Through Poetry" with renowned writer and poet Ishmael Reed, at 2 p.m., Sunday, Feb. 19, at 4444 Railroad Ave. Tennessee Reed, his daughter and a writer, will appear with him. Admission is $10 for adults and $5 for students with ID. (Thursday, 7:39 AM)

Gourmet Food Festival at Fairgrounds Saturday
The public is invited to enjoy the Gourmet Food Truck Festival from 4-8 p.m., Saturday, Feb. 18 at the Alameda County Fairgrounds. The lot will be lighted. Food trucks, beer, wine, margaritas and live music. Indoor seating, warm and will lit. Featuring some of the finest bay area food trucks: Chairman Bao, We Sushi, Brass Knuckle, Nom Nom (from the Great Food Truck Race), Little Green Cyclo, Kara's Cupcakes, That's Sweet and Golden Waffle. $5 admission and children are free. Visit www.gourmetfoodtruckfestival.com. (Thursday, 7:39 AM)

Dozens protest reading cuts at Pleasanton school board meeting
A reading program on the chopping block drew an overflow crowd to the Pleasanton school board meeting Tuesday night, spilling out from the boardroom and into the hall and entryway. (Thursday, 7:33 AM)

Stratford School eyes takeover of bankrupt Carden West
Another school may be coming to the rescue of Carden West, the small private school at 4576 Willow Road in the Hacienda Business Park that declared bankruptcy late last year. (Thursday, 7:31 AM)

Shadow Cliffs waterslides may be closed this summer
East Bay Regional Park District is saying that annual inspections done last month show that the waterslides at Shadow Cliffs park are not safe enough to open this summer. (Thursday, 7:30 AM)

County's chief probation officer on leave after sexual assault claim filed
The Alameda County Board of Supervisors has placed Chief Probation Officer David Muhammad on paid administrative leave after a deputy probation officer filed a $1.5 million claim accusing him of sexually assaulting and harassing her. (Thursday, 7:29 AM)

Wednesday, February 15, 2012
Hopyard Road nightclub faces new restrictions by Pleasanton Planning Commission
Club Neo, a Pleasanton nightclub whose owners have sued the city in Federal District Court over interference with the music it plays, has been ordered to cut back its hours and the number of patrons allowed inside. (Wednesday, February 15, 2012, 7:58 AM)

Alameda County Supervisor Lockyer undergoing 'chemical dependency' treatment
Alameda County Supervisor Nadia Lockyer said yesterday that she's in a wellness and recovery center to be treated for "chemical dependency and chronic pain" stemming from a past car accident as well as for injuries she said she suffered in an assault at a Newark motel on Feb. 3. (Wednesday, February 15, 2012, 7:24 AM)

Westbound deck of Bay Bridge closed over holiday weekend
The westbound deck of the Bay Bridge was closed Friday night to allow construction during what was expected to be light traffic on the Presidents' Day weekend. (Wednesday, February 15, 2012, 7:10 AM)

Tuesday, February 14, 2012
Woman charged with leaving infants in car while shopping at Stoneridge Mall
A Danville woman faces felony child endangerment chages in connection with leaving her two infant twins in a car at Stoneridge Shopping Center. (Tuesday, February 14, 2012, 9:54 PM)

BART unveils new geographical zone policing structure
BART police officials Tuesday unveiled a new zone geographical structure that they believe will spark proactive problem-solving to reduce crime and social disorder. (Tuesday, February 14, 2012, 9:09 PM)

Bingo bash fundraiser
A night of bingo, prize drawings, snacks, entertainment, music and dancing to the music of DJ Joe Buonsante. The fundraiser is from 7-11 p.m., Saturday, Feb. 18 at St Michael's Parish Hall, 372 Maple St., Livermore. Sponsored by the Italian Catholic Federation Br. #285. Proceeds will support Children's Hospital-Oakland and their Scholarship program. Cost $10. Call 846-0897 or 846-4227. (Tuesday, February 14, 2012, 8:54 PM)

An evening in Roma
The Firehouse Arts Center Cabaret Series continues with an evening of romantic, tango-inspired international music by singer/musician Naresh Michael at 8 p.m., Saturday, Feb. 18, at 4444 Railroad Ave. Tickets are $15-$25 for adults, $20 for seniors, and $12 for children. Call 931-4848 or visit www.firehousearts.org. (Tuesday, February 14, 2012, 8:54 PM)

Art walk with the Harrington's
On Feb. 18 and also on the third Saturdays of March and April, Nancy and Gary Harrington will lead tours of public art in downtown Pleasanton. The Art Walks begin at 9 a.m. in the parking lot adjacent to City Hall, 200 Old Bernal Ave. Each takes about two hours, walking on level, paved sidewalks. The Harringtons alternate two routes, taking in different works of art. The February walk will loop north on Main Street, with side excursions to view three murals and sculptures surrounding the Firehouse Arts Center. (Tuesday, February 14, 2012, 8:53 PM)

'Eloquence in Printmaking' exhibit at Firehouse Arts Center through Saturday
The Firehouse Arts Center's Harrington Gallery will host the Blue Bay Press exhibit, "Eloquence in Printmaking," through Saturday, Feb. 18, at the gallery, 4444 Railroad Ave. The exhibit will include several styles of printmaking, etching, monotype and woodblock on such surfaces as handmade paper, canvas, and more. Donations are appreciated. The gallery is open from noon-5 p.m. Wednesday-Friday, 11 a.m.-3 p.m. Saturday and for one hour prior to each Firehouse Arts Center performance and during intermission. Call 931-4849 or visit www.firehousearts.org. (Tuesday, February 14, 2012, 7:45 AM)

Internships available at Congressman McNerney's office
Congressman Jerry McNerney (D-Pleasanton) announced yesterday that he has openings in each of his district offices for Congressional interns. (Tuesday, February 14, 2012, 7:37 AM)

Widowed Men and Women organization hosting lunch Sunday in Pleasanton
The Widowed Men and Women of Northern California organization is hosting a lunch Sunday, Feb. 19 at Chianti's Ristorante , 436 Main St. in downtown Pleasanton. The luncheon meeting is open to those interested in the organization. Individuals pay their own cost of the luncheon, ordering from the menu. RSVP to Marsha at 830-8483. (Tuesday, February 14, 2012, 7:37 AM)

Learn more about the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints at Bible study tomorrow
The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints is hosting a weekly Bible study tomorrow and every Wednesday from 7:30-8:30 p.m. every Wednesday at the church, 6100 Paseo Santa Cruz. Refreshments will be served. For information, call 305-9468. (Tuesday, February 14, 2012, 7:37 AM)

Family tragedies result in Gable Heart Beats Foundation
February is National Heart Month, a good time to check out your heart health and raise awareness in others about heart disease, according to the Gable Heart Beats Foundation. (Tuesday, February 14, 2012, 7:36 AM)

School board to discuss union bargaining proposals, other issues tonight
The Pleasanton School board will discuss the district's and its teachers' union contract proposals for the upcoming school year at its meeting tonight. (Tuesday, February 14, 2012, 7:34 AM)

Old State Route 4 highway transferred to local jurisdictions
Local, state and federal officials joined yesterday to celebrate the transfer of State Route 4 to the Bypass Road and the relinquishment of the state right-of-way to local control. (Tuesday, February 14, 2012, 7:28 AM)

Monday, February 13, 2012
Amgen Tour coming back to Tri-Valley in May
The Amgen Tour of California will be back in the Tri-Valley on May 15, passing through Walnut Creek, Danville and Clayton before completing the Stage 3 finish in Livermore. (Monday, February 13, 2012, 2:59 PM)

Council to hold special meeting tonight to adopt affordable housing plan
The Pleasanton City Council will hold a special meeting at 7 p.m. tonight to wrap up consideration of a new affordable housing plan and to adopt a Climate Action Plan that will add new environmental regulations in the city. (Monday, February 13, 2012, 7:56 AM)

Learn how to find real estate deals at free Wednesday presentation
Learn how to find great real estate deals. Discover how to make passive income by investing in profitable and positive cash flowing properties. The lecture is from 6:30-9 p.m., Wednesday, Feb. 15 at Hyatt Place, 4950 Hacienda Dr., Dublin. The lecture is free but you must register to attend. Call 510-491-4161 or visit www.realestatedeals.eventbrite.com. (Monday, February 13, 2012, 7:22 AM)

Sleep Train's pajama drive for foster kids now under way
Help make sure California's 60,000 foster kids sleep tight tonight by donating new pajamas to Sleep Train's annual Pajama Drive for Foster Kids now through Feb. 16. Drop off donations of new pajamas in all sizes at 6050 Johnson Dr., Suite C. Call 469-1284. (Monday, February 13, 2012, 7:22 AM)

Public blood drive tomorrow in Livermore
The American Red Cross is holding a public blood drive from 9 a.m.-3 p.m., Tuesday, Feb. 14, at the Student Center, 3033 Collier Canyon Rd., Livermore. Use sponsor code "Laspositas" when scheduling an appointment. Call 800-733-2767 or visit www.redcrossblood.org. (Monday, February 13, 2012, 7:21 AM)

California to receive up to $1.8 billion in mortgage relief agreement
Bay Area homeowners who were victims of mortgage fraud could see relief soon thanks to a $25 billion agreement reached between the nation's five largest lenders, the federal government and 49 state attorneys general. (Monday, February 13, 2012, 7:20 AM)

16-year-old struck by driver while in Livermore crosswalk
A 16-year-old was struck by a car Friday night while crossing in a marked crosswalk, according to Livermore police. (Monday, February 13, 2012, 7:16 AM)

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