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CRIMES & INCIDENTS
Police Bulletin
Pleasanton man charged with domestic violence, attempted murder Read the full story here http://www.pleasantonweekly.com/story.php?story_id=4225 posted Friday, July 4, 2008,... READ MORE/COMMENT
Posted by Editor, Pleasanton Weekly Online, on Jul 15, 2008 at 9:33 am
There have been 5 comments on this topic, the most recent on Sep 5, 2008 at 12:21 pm.

SCHOOLS & KIDS
Algebra for all eighth-graders?
I'm concerned about the CA Board of Education mandating that all eighth-graders pass Algebra 1. Some kids take it as an AP class, but I know not all kids have developed the lo... READ MORE/COMMENT
Posted by Logical concern, a resident of the Hacienda Gardens neighborhood, on Jul 14, 2008 at 4:26 pm
There have been 13 comments on this topic, the most recent on Jul 30, 2008 at 12:06 pm.

AROUND TOWN
Anonymity or Illusion?
PW, Yesterday I had a conversation with someone who had an interesting perspective on one of the current topics. I suggested that he share it in a post. He said he would ... READ MORE/COMMENT
Posted by Anonymity or illusion?, a resident of the Another Pleasanton neighborhood neighborhood, on Jul 13, 2008 at 11:04 am
There have been 27 comments on this topic, the most recent on Jul 21, 2008 at 1:13 pm.

SCHOOLS & KIDS
Editorial
If you haven't read through the 36-page response by the Pleasant school district to Judge George C. Hernandez's tentative ruling in favor of Signature Properties over building... READ MORE/COMMENT
Posted by Editor, Pleasanton Weekly Online, on Jul 12, 2008 at 6:18 am
There have been 3 comments on this topic, the most recent on Jul 13, 2008 at 10:32 am.

AROUND TOWN
Pooch Parade back at First Wednesday August 2nd
Plan to bring your pooch to the Annual Pooch Parade at First Wednesday on August 6. Proceeds to benefit the Tri-Valley Guide Dog Puppy Raisers! When thousands of humans g... READ MORE/COMMENT
Posted by Ptown Mom, a resident of the Another Pleasanton neighborhood neighborhood, on Jul 12, 2008 at 12:20 am
There have been 4 comments on this topic, the most recent on Jul 14, 2008 at 11:47 am.

AROUND TOWN
17 HOME NEIGHBORHOOD GARAGE SALE IN PLEASANTON- SAT. 12th 8:00-2:00
HUGE MULTI FAMILY NEIGHBORHOOD GARAGE SALE IN PLEASANTON 17 HOMES SATURDAY JULY 12TH 8:00-2:00 JENSEN / AMADOR NEIGHBORHOOD ACROSS FROM AMADOR HIGH SCHOOL 1155 San... READ MORE/COMMENT
Posted by Moxley, a resident of the Jensen Tract neighborhood, on Jul 11, 2008 at 11:19 am
There have been 6 comments on this topic, the most recent on Apr 19, 2009 at 1:40 am.

SCHOOLS & KIDS
Column
Longtime school board member Pat Kernan has been taking it on the chin lately in both the media and at a recent school board meeting where school activist Julie Testa asked th... READ MORE/COMMENT
Posted by Editor, Pleasanton Weekly Online, on Jul 11, 2008 at 10:54 am
There have been 63 comments on this topic, the most recent on Aug 1, 2008 at 11:56 am.

COMMENTS ON STORIES
It's only Thursday but blankets are ready
It's only Thursday afternoon and already Candy Sheldon and others are claiming blanket space at Lions Wayside Park for the always-popular Tommy and the 4-Speeds band at Friday... READ MORE/COMMENT
Posted by Editor, Pleasanton Weekly Online, on Jul 10, 2008 at 9:40 pm
There have been 14 comments on this topic, the most recent on Jul 14, 2008 at 7:28 am.

AROUND TOWN
Cholo
I have read many PW threads and Cholo appears in each one, no matter the subject. I think Cholo is really a retired dot com engineer, made lots of money in the 90's, lives in... READ MORE/COMMENT
Posted by Senorita, a resident of the Amador Estates neighborhood, on Jul 9, 2008 at 10:43 pm
There have been 24 comments on this topic, the most recent on Aug 27, 2008 at 4:08 pm.

AROUND TOWN
Where are the bicycle riders?
It's high time we parents set an example and start riding our bikes around town. When the time is right, get your kids out there riding to sports practices and games and schoo... READ MORE/COMMENT
Posted by Two Wheeling, a resident of the Birdland neighborhood, on Jul 8, 2008 at 11:46 pm
There have been 14 comments on this topic, the most recent on Jul 31, 2008 at 2:34 pm.

SCHOOLS & KIDS
Are our school leaders truly selecting the best and brightest to teach our children?
My husband and I relocated to Pleasanton because of the quality of our schools. Top schools should recruit top talent, don't you think? I know of two schools in our area, elem... READ MORE/COMMENT
Posted by Concerned, a resident of the Another Pleasanton neighborhood neighborhood, on Jul 7, 2008 at 5:12 pm
There have been 89 comments on this topic, the most recent on Aug 28, 2008 at 1:24 pm.

AROUND TOWN
WHY?
Why does the Weekly shut down sites so quickly? You go to respond and its been closed by Jeb Bing, Editor. Can't the sites stay on line a little longer so others have a chance... READ MORE/COMMENT
Posted by Fallon, a resident of the Castlewood neighborhood, on Jul 7, 2008 at 5:10 pm
There have been 6 comments on this topic, the most recent on Jul 15, 2008 at 12:36 pm.

AROUND TOWN
June Home Sales in Pleasanton and Tri Valley
As always, here is an update from last months home sales in Pleasanton and the Tri Valley. http://moxleyteam.com/2008/07/tri-valley-home-sales-for-july-08/ Click the lin... READ MORE/COMMENT
Posted by Moxley, a resident of the Downtown neighborhood, on Jul 7, 2008 at 4:57 pm

COMMENTS ON STORIES
Column
Time will tell if the four mayors who voted to ax TV30's "Live at 4" news show, the Tri-Valley's only local television news programming, did the right thing for their constitu... READ MORE/COMMENT
Posted by Editor, Pleasanton Weekly Online, on Jul 7, 2008 at 1:17 pm
There have been 3 comments on this topic, the most recent on Jul 8, 2008 at 9:19 pm.

SPORTS
Pleasanton based NorCal Volleyball Club Wins Junior Olympic Gold
by Bill Kauffman - USA Volleyball - July 4, 2008 http://volleyball.teamusa.org/news/article/2396 DALLAS, TEXAS (July 4, 2008) NorCal 16-1 Black (Pleasanton, Calif.) def... READ MORE/COMMENT
Posted by Pleasanton Sports, a resident of the Downtown neighborhood, on Jul 7, 2008 at 7:47 am

EDITOR'S BLOG
What a way to celebrate Independence Day!
It’s back to work on Monday, July 7 after a fun-filled weekend in Pleasanton. Like thousands of others, about as far as I drove was to the mall to meet others for lunch on Sat... READ MORE/COMMENT
Posted by Jeb Bing, editor of the Pleasanton Weekly, on Jul 7, 2008 at 7:44 am
There have been 2 comments on this topic, the most recent on Aug 27, 2008 at 11:59 am.

SCHOOLS & KIDS
Four promoted in Pleasanton Police Department
New Police Chief Michael Fraser announced the promotions of Sergeants Craig Eicher and Michael Elerick to the rank of lieutenant and Officers Joseph Leonardo and Leigh Ridgers... READ MORE/COMMENT
Posted by Editor, Pleasanton Weekly Online, on Jul 6, 2008 at 5:29 pm
There have been 4 comments on this topic, the most recent on Jul 11, 2008 at 1:44 am.

COMMENTS ON STORIES
School district files objections to Signature case ruling
The school district has filed objections to a judge's recent ruling in favor of Signature Properties over the construction of the city's 10th and final elementary school. Rea... READ MORE/COMMENT
Posted by Editor, Pleasanton Weekly Online, on Jul 5, 2008 at 7:56 pm
There have been 7 comments on this topic, the most recent on Jul 7, 2008 at 10:45 am.

SCHOOLS & KIDS
Editorial
Superintendent John Casey wisely took consideration of a possible parcel tax off the school board's table last week, saying that this year's budget shortfall for Pleasanton wi... READ MORE/COMMENT
Posted by Editor, Pleasanton Weekly Online, on Jul 5, 2008 at 9:41 am
There have been 3 comments on this topic, the most recent on Jul 6, 2008 at 12:45 pm.

AROUND TOWN
Letter
Mayor didn't consult residents on votes Read the full story here http://www.pleasantonweekly.com/story.php?story_id=4216 posted Friday, July 4, 2008, 12:00 AM READ MORE/COMMENT
Posted by Editor, Pleasanton Weekly Online, on Jul 4, 2008 at 9:31 am
There have been 4 comments on this topic, the most recent on Jul 4, 2008 at 3:14 pm.

AROUND TOWN
New traffic light going in at Main Street
Starting Monday, the city will activate a new traffic signal that is expected to alleviate some of the usual downtown backup drivers are familiar with. What's called a "prot... READ MORE/COMMENT
Posted by Editor, Pleasanton Weekly Online, on Jul 3, 2008 at 3:52 pm
There have been 3 comments on this topic, the most recent on Jul 7, 2008 at 7:53 am.

AROUND TOWN
Attention potential American Idols!
American Idol auditions will be held in San Francisco on July 17. If you or someone you know is planning to audition, we would like to know. Call us at 600-0840 or email edi... READ MORE/COMMENT
Posted by Gina Channell-Allen, president of the Pleasanton Weekly, on Jul 3, 2008 at 12:30 pm
There has been 1 comment on this topic, the most recent on Jul 17, 2008 at 1:16 pm.

CRIMES & INCIDENTS
San Ramon - Windermere Incident
Another mom in our group called the San Ramon police department and was connected with a Sergeant Todd Anderson. He confirmed that the incident did happen and at this time, t... READ MORE/COMMENT
Posted by Concerned Mom, a resident of the Pheasant Ridge neighborhood, on Jul 3, 2008 at 11:54 am
There have been 5 comments on this topic, the most recent on Jul 15, 2008 at 11:18 am.

CRIMES & INCIDENTS
CORRECTION - Dublin - Windermere Area
Correction - Windermere is in San Ramon, not Dublin. Please see original post for entire story. Thank you. READ MORE/COMMENT
Posted by Concerned Mom, a resident of the Pheasant Ridge neighborhood, on Jul 3, 2008 at 9:18 am
There have been 2 comments on this topic, the most recent on Jul 3, 2008 at 11:15 pm.

CRIMES & INCIDENTS
Dublin - Windermere Area
I have a question. I am not sure if the story given was real or not. A member of the mom's club posted a scary situation to the chatroom. A friend's colleague re-capped wha... READ MORE/COMMENT
Posted by Concerned Mother, a resident of the Pheasant Ridge neighborhood, on Jul 3, 2008 at 9:14 am
There have been 11 comments on this topic, the most recent on Aug 23, 2008 at 4:20 pm.

 

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