TIM HUNT
Rising at O-dark 30
Was it the same geniuses who decided sunlight at 7:30 p.m. is better than light at 7 a.m. on March 15 who also gave us the awful CFL light bulbs?
Both are supposed to save ... |
Tim Hunt |
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on Apr 17, 2012 at 7:41 pm by Casanova_Frankenstein , a resident of the Old Towne neighborhood |
AROUND TOWN
Walmart grocery needed for empty Nob Hill - why be against it?
I don't understand why the mayor and city council would be against Walmart putting a smaller sized grocery store in the EMPTY (for 1 1/2 years) Nob Hill location on Santa Rita... |
foodshopper |
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on Aug 22, 2011 at 7:07 pm by jesus, a resident of the Canyon Meadows neighborhood |
SCHOOLS & KIDS
How/When to vote for/against measure E in Pleasanton
According to the measure E site, the vote by mail will take place on april 4:
"How to Vote
Measure E will be decided in an all mail-in ballot election
• Ballots will... |
Resident |
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on Mar 14, 2011 at 11:07 am by YES ON MEASURE E, a resident of the Country Fair neighborhood |
CRIMES & INCIDENTS
Dog Attacks on Strangers are Rare
This is more or less in response to letters I see on occasion by people who insist that all dogs should be on leash wherever they may be when not in their own small, tiny mini... |
Paulette Kenyon |
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on Feb 23, 2008 at 5:36 am by DobeMom, a resident of the Another Pleasanton neighborhood neighborhood |
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... |
Jeb Bing |
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on Aug 27, 2008 at 11:59 am by Long, a resident of the Jensen Tract neighborhood |
BOOKS & MOVIES
Ice rink on Staples gets commission's blessing
The city's Parks and Recreation Commission voted 5-0 to recommend that the City Council approve a master plan for a new 17-acre community park on the yet-undeveloped Staples R... |
Editor |
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on Jul 22, 2011 at 12:07 pm by Steve, a resident of the Pleasanton Meadows neighborhood |
AROUND TOWN
Mayor Hosterman/Wal-Mart
In a recent Mayor's report, Mayor Hosterman commented on the possible explanation of a Legislative action vs. a Ministerial action... and how it, perhaps, pertains to Wal-Ma... |
Pete |
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on Feb 9, 2012 at 11:16 am by Mrs. B, a resident of the Mission Park neighborhood |
COMMENTS ON STORIES
Stoneridge Mall opens to crowds of anxious shoppers at midnight
Stoneridge Shopping Center gave shoppers an early start on their holiday buying today by opening the mall at 12 midnight as the clock turned to the festive, frenzied 'Black Fr... |
Editor |
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on Nov 23, 2012 at 10:40 am by Timmy!, a resident of the Valley Trails neighborhood |
EDITOR'S BLOG
What a parade!
Riding in the Pleasanton Weekly convertible in the Dec. 3 Christmas parade, I had a different perspective on this annual event that now is in its 40th year. Sitting with Gina ... |
Jeb Bing |
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on Dec 8, 2011 at 8:06 am by Jeb Bing, editor of the Pleasanton Weekly |
CRIMES & INCIDENTS
2 bodies found in Castlewood home in possible double homicide
The Alameda County Sheriff's office is investigating the deaths of two individuals found this afternoon in a home on Castlewood Drive near the Castlewood Country Club.
Read... |
Editor |
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on Mar 18, 2008 at 5:04 pm by Jeb Bing, editor of the Pleasanton Weekly |
RESTAURANTS
Agora Bistro - strong out of the gate
Took the family to the Agora Bistro last night. I thought it a bit of a risk given that the restaurant is new and the site hasn't had much luck with previous restauranteurs.
... |
John |
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on May 11, 2008 at 11:17 am by Andy, a resident of the Country Fair neighborhood |
COMMENTS ON STORIES
Bay Area Democratic leaders praise Obama's 'State of the Union' address
Bay Area Democratic officials praised President Obama's State of the Union address Tuesday night.
Read the full story here Web Link... |
Editor |
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on Jan 27, 2012 at 1:00 pm by Dan, a resident of the Bridle Creek neighborhood |
BOOKS & MOVIES
Please let us know what you think of our Social Justice portrayal
Any feedback would be amazing! Thank you!
Web Link |
Michael |
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on Nov 17, 2010 at 6:23 pm by joanna, a resident of another community |
STATE, NATIONAL, INTERNATIONAL
To Munich and back for $273
I'm just back from a six-day "long weekend" trip to Munich, a quick turn-around visit with some of my family that included stops at a fairy-tale castle, a fortress overlooking... |
Editor |
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on Mar 1, 2008 at 7:15 pm by I was there too, a resident of the Pleasanton Heights neighborhood |
BOOKS & MOVIES
Pleasanton resident needs your votes online – book competition
I am a finalist in a nationwide children’s picture book competition. The winner will be chosen by internet voting and will get their book published. Individuals can vote onc... |
Tracy Mesuda |
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on Oct 4, 2009 at 8:44 am by olfthfl, a resident of the Pleasanton Meadows neighborhood |
SPORTS
The 3rd Annual STRETCH Baseball and Softball Boot Camp is just around the corner
Pleasanton, Jan. 20, 2008 – STRETCH will have its 3rd annual baseball and softball boot camp Friday, January 25 through Sunday, January 27. New this year is the addition of a ... |
STRETCH Board Members |
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on Jan 20, 2008 at 12:10 pm by STRETCH Board Members, a resident of the Downtown neighborhood |
CRIMES & INCIDENTS
New information released about Monday night double homicide
Two handguns have been recovered in a search of the home where a mother and daughter were shot to death Monday night.
Read the full story here Web Link... |
Editor |
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on May 9, 2012 at 8:42 pm by You don\'t know, a resident of the Another Pleasanton neighborhood neighborhood |
CRIMES & INCIDENTS
Scam artist?
A friendly lady approached me while I was leaving the Safeway parking lot this afternoon and asked me for money for her and her three daughters until a bed opened up at Shephe... |
Pleasanton Shopper |
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on Apr 13, 2010 at 3:38 pm by Annoyed, a resident of the Laguna Vista neighborhood |
CRIMES & INCIDENTS
Insurance officials begin their own investigation into fire
Pleasanton police are working through the holidays on what may become a criminal investigation in the house fire on East Angela Street that left a woman with second- and third... |
Editor |
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on Feb 24, 2010 at 1:32 pm by Fox 2, a resident of another community |
RESTAURANTS
What is the new restaurant moving into the old Baker's Square?
Looks like a new restaurant where Baker's Square was, next to Trader Joe's. I saw El Balazo trucks there for weeks, but now there is a sign saying "Mama Rosa's Pizza." What's ... |
Robyn |
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on Jul 19, 2009 at 11:50 am by Cholo, a resident of Livermore |
AROUND TOWN
Train Horn
Why do the train drivers need to honk their horns SO MUCH! I understand that when approaching a crossing it is required but out in a field to warn the cows or whatever is out... |
Sench |
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on Aug 25, 2012 at 12:25 pm by jaycastlewood, a resident of the Castlewood neighborhood |
AROUND TOWN
City codes on blocking sidewalks and drive-ways
More and more, there are many things in my neighborhood that are blocking people from walking on the sidewalks.
Within 3 blocks of the house, there are 6 basketball goals t... |
Street Walker |
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on Nov 8, 2009 at 9:21 pm by Claudette McDermott, a resident of the Another Pleasanton neighborhood neighborhood |
SCHOOLS & KIDS
Should student enrollment at Pleasanton’s high school campuses continue to increase indefinitely?
SCHOOL BOARD MEETING
Monday, January 7, 2008
5:00 p.m.
District Office, Board Room
4665 Bernal Avenue
Should student enrollment at Pleasanton’s high school campuses... |
Julie Testa |
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on Jan 9, 2008 at 11:21 pm by Stacey, a resident of the Amberwood/Wood Meadows neighborhood |
SCHOOLS & KIDS
State funding for Pleasanton schools uncertain as Brown looks to June vote on new taxes, statewide cuts
Pleasanton school officials will probably have to wait until June to find out what Gov. Jerry Brown's proposals will mean in terms of funding.
Read the full story here http:/... |
Editor |
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on Jan 31, 2011 at 10:12 am by parent, a resident of the Another Pleasanton neighborhood neighborhood |
BOOKS & MOVIES
Amy Chua's Tiger Mom
any thoughts on this book or topic? Also related Lac Su's book about his childhood with parents that made him eat brains to be smarter?? |
parent |
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on Jan 23, 2011 at 11:38 am by A Neighbor, a resident of the Another Pleasanton neighborhood neighborhood |
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