AROUND TOWN Punch and kick After the Tae Bo fad of the late '90s, there are many people who think they know all about kickboxing, but Pleasanton instructor Anthony Thomas says there is more to the sport... READ MORE/COMMENT Posted by Editor, Pleasanton Weekly Online, on Jul 2, 2008 at 9:49 am There have been 2 comments on this topic, the most recent on Aug 29, 2008 at 9:56 am.
COMMENTS ON STORIES Hope Hospice Shoppe gets ready to close its doors For the past 18 years, the Hope Hospice Shoppe, located at Main and Angela streets, has sold used clothing, books and other knick-knacks as a way to raise funds for Hope Hospi... READ MORE/COMMENT Posted by Editor, Pleasanton Weekly Online, on Jul 1, 2008 at 3:40 pm There have been 6 comments on this topic, the most recent on Jul 8, 2008 at 6:24 pm.
CRIMES & INCIDENTS Fine The Businesses Who Employ Illegals I just read the story about El Balazo being hit by the Immigration Dept.
Maybe if they get fined enough they will hire people who are legal.
Also, why doesn't the immig... READ MORE/COMMENT Posted by Immigrate Legally, a resident of the Vineyard Avenue neighborhood, on Jul 1, 2008 at 3:31 pm There have been 9 comments on this topic, the most recent on Jul 18, 2008 at 5:19 pm.
COMMENTS ON STORIES New hands-free law enforceable today Two years since the state law was ratified, new laws will take effect today that only allow drivers to talk on a cell phone with a hands-free device. The second law, however, ... READ MORE/COMMENT Posted by Editor, Pleasanton Weekly Online, on Jul 1, 2008 at 1:55 pm There has been 1 comment on this topic, the most recent on Jul 1, 2008 at 1:55 pm.
COMMENTS ON STORIES Pleasanton man charged with wife-beating, attempted murder A 51-year-old man was arrested on charges of attempted murder and domestic violence after he allegedly beat his wife at their Pleasanton home early Saturday morning, according... READ MORE/COMMENT Posted by Editor, Pleasanton Weekly Online, on Jun 30, 2008 at 5:14 am There have been 14 comments on this topic, the most recent on Jul 21, 2008 at 1:32 pm.
COMMENTS ON STORIES Severe fire dangers lead to increased fireworks patrolling Lingering haze in the air from hundreds of Northern California fires serve as a reminder of the increased fire danger heading into the Fourth of July holiday. It's this year's... READ MORE/COMMENT Posted by Editor, Pleasanton Weekly Online, on Jun 29, 2008 at 10:23 pm There have been 8 comments on this topic, the most recent on Jul 2, 2009 at 11:43 am.
AROUND TOWN Troubled market Jim Lavey has seen it all. A Realtor for the last 35 years in Pleasanton where he has lived since 1959, he has represented hundreds of buyers and sellers in good times and bad... READ MORE/COMMENT Posted by Editor, Pleasanton Weekly Online, on Jun 29, 2008 at 10:34 am There have been 6 comments on this topic, the most recent on Jul 31, 2008 at 12:53 pm.
AROUND TOWN What Are Your Opinions About The Mayor and Each Councilmember? I've refrained mostly from writing on this subject before. I think it is time to bring it out as warm up for the election this year. Keep in mind that only Hosterman, Sulliv... READ MORE/COMMENT Posted by Stacey, a resident of the Amberwood/Wood Meadows neighborhood, on Jun 28, 2008 at 8:10 pm There have been 18 comments on this topic, the most recent on Jul 7, 2008 at 8:57 pm.
AROUND TOWN Out of the gate Wednesday was the first day of horse racing at the 2008 Alameda County Fair. The fair, and the racing, will continue through July 6.
Read the full story here http://www.plea... READ MORE/COMMENT Posted by Editor, Pleasanton Weekly Online, on Jun 28, 2008 at 11:35 am There has been 1 comment on this topic, the most recent on Jun 28, 2008 at 11:35 am.
CRIMES & INCIDENTS UPDATE: Abducted boy found in West Oakland An Amber Alert issued for a 5-year-old Dublin boy has been called off. The boy, Justin Nottingham, was located in West Oakland by authorities, according to Dublin police.
H... READ MORE/COMMENT Posted by Editor, Pleasanton Weekly Online, on Jun 27, 2008 at 4:01 pm There have been 3 comments on this topic, the most recent on Sep 30, 2008 at 11:27 pm.
COMMENTS ON STORIES TV30's last live news show airs tonight When veteran newscaster Tom Morrison signs off for the last time this afternoon as anchor of TV30's "Live at 4" news, he'll bring to a close 20 years of regularly scheduled lo... READ MORE/COMMENT Posted by Editor, Pleasanton Weekly Online, on Jun 27, 2008 at 8:13 am There have been 17 comments on this topic, the most recent on Aug 19, 2008 at 5:45 am.
COMMENTS ON STORIES Hosterman opposes Arctic oil drilling, action against Iran at mayors' conference The 76th annual meeting of the U.S. Conference of Mayors wrapped up Tuesday at the Miami InterContinental Hotel where Mayor Jennifer Hosterman joined others in endorsing or si... READ MORE/COMMENT Posted by Editor, Pleasanton Weekly Online, on Jun 24, 2008 at 8:48 pm There have been 31 comments on this topic, the most recent on Oct 28, 2008 at 2:24 pm.
AROUND TOWN Weather the smoke by staying inside While Pleasanton isn't one of the number of cities dealing with wildfires, it is affected in in the way of air quality.
Read the full story here http://www.pleasantonwee... READ MORE/COMMENT Posted by Editor, Pleasanton Weekly Online, on Jun 24, 2008 at 3:02 pm There have been 2 comments on this topic, the most recent on Jun 27, 2008 at 11:58 am.
CRIMES & INCIDENTS Solar panels stolen from Hearst Elementary School Thirty-nine solar panels valued at $31,200 were stolen from Hearst Elementary School over the weekend, according to the school district. Myla Grasso, public information office... READ MORE/COMMENT Posted by Editor, Pleasanton Weekly Online, on Jun 24, 2008 at 11:13 am There have been 12 comments on this topic, the most recent on Jul 20, 2011 at 6:33 am.
CRIMES & INCIDENTS Solar Panels Stolen from Hearst Elementary I heard that 30 or so of the brand-new solar panels that were installed on top of Hearst Elementary school on Case Ave. were stolen over the weekend. The thieves must have us... READ MORE/COMMENT Posted by Concerned parent, a resident of the Del Prado neighborhood, on Jun 24, 2008 at 9:40 am There has been 1 comment on this topic, the most recent on Jun 24, 2008 at 10:48 am.
COMMENTS ON STORIES City on lookout for new parks director Jim Wolfe has a clock in his office that counts down the days, hours and minutes to retirement. That time will be running out soon as the city's director of parks and communit... READ MORE/COMMENT Posted by Editor, Pleasanton Weekly Online, on Jun 23, 2008 at 2:51 pm There have been 3 comments on this topic, the most recent on Jun 26, 2008 at 7:41 am.
SCHOOLS & KIDS Pleasanton man leads 'Campaign to Restore the Original Dream' Although Camp Loma Mar is nestled nearly 70 miles south of Pleasanton in the redwood forests by Half Moon Bay, it is a favorite camp location for many Pleasanton children and ... READ MORE/COMMENT Posted by Editor, Pleasanton Weekly Online, on Jun 23, 2008 at 2:45 pm There has been 1 comment on this topic, the most recent on Jun 23, 2008 at 2:45 pm.
COMMENTS ON STORIES Fireworks dazzle hundreds as Alameda County Fair opens A gala Main Street parade will start at 11 a.m. today to officially open the 2008 Alameda County Fair, where earlybirds at Friday night's actual opening saw a spectacular 20-m... READ MORE/COMMENT Posted by Editor, Pleasanton Weekly Online, on Jun 23, 2008 at 2:31 pm There have been 4 comments on this topic, the most recent on Jun 30, 2008 at 10:35 pm.
SPORTS 21st annual Tri-For-Fun series kicks off this weekend This year's Tri-For-Fun Triathlon Series will begin this Saturday at Shadow Cliffs Regional Park. One-thousand registered athletes ranging from first-timers to seasoned triath... READ MORE/COMMENT Posted by Editor, Pleasanton Weekly Online, on Jun 23, 2008 at 1:00 am There has been 1 comment on this topic, the most recent on Jun 23, 2008 at 1:00 am.
AROUND TOWN Fr. Jim Sullivan @ CCOP Does anyone know the REAL reason that Fr. Jim is leaving? It seems there has to be more going on "behind the scenes".
We finally get a good priest and he has to leave?? ... READ MORE/COMMENT Posted by Concerned, a resident of the Amador Estates neighborhood, on Jun 22, 2008 at 11:11 pm There have been 58 comments on this topic, the most recent on Jul 6, 2008 at 11:28 am.
AROUND TOWN Any one smell the smoke? Its about 8 am on Sunday and sitting outside enjoying a cup of coffee and I smell smoke. Anyone know if there is a fire in the area? READ MORE/COMMENT Posted by Mark C, a resident of the Happy Valley neighborhood, on Jun 22, 2008 at 8:09 am There have been 6 comments on this topic, the most recent on Jun 24, 2008 at 5:12 pm.
AROUND TOWN Council plans special meeting Thursday on impact of Ayala initiative Pleasanton City Council members, after spending part of an opening hour at their June 17 meeting trying to find a suitable time to hold a public discussion on a controversial ... READ MORE/COMMENT Posted by Editor, Pleasanton Weekly Online, on Jun 21, 2008 at 11:16 pm There have been 14 comments on this topic, the most recent on Jun 25, 2008 at 8:41 pm.
AROUND TOWN Recall Jennifer Hosterman? Is there a campaign to recall Mayor Jennifer Hosterman? I ran across a website called recall jenniferhosterman dot com (http://www.recalljenniferhosterman.com).
I know a l... READ MORE/COMMENT Posted by Jimmy, a resident of the Country Fair neighborhood, on Jun 20, 2008 at 9:37 pm There have been 33 comments on this topic, the most recent on Jul 6, 2008 at 11:27 am.
AROUND TOWN Editorial For hundreds of Pleasanton residents--perhaps even thousands--who live within earshot of the Union Pacific railroad trains that travel through Pleasanton every night, a better... READ MORE/COMMENT Posted by Editor, Pleasanton Weekly Online, on Jun 20, 2008 at 2:48 pm There have been 48 comments on this topic, the most recent on Jul 20, 2008 at 7:35 pm.
COMMENTS ON STORIES Guest Opinion Assemblyman Bill Maze introduced legislation this session that could potentially affect how you transport your dog(s). If passed, Assembly Bill 2233 makes driving a motor vehi... READ MORE/COMMENT Posted by Editor, Pleasanton Weekly Online, on Jun 19, 2008 at 9:51 pm There has been 1 comment on this topic, the most recent on Jun 19, 2008 at 9:51 pm.