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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 ... |
Anonymity or illusion? |
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on Jul 21, 2008 at 1:13 pm by Stacey, a resident of the Amberwood/Wood Meadows neighborhood |
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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... |
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on Jul 20, 2008 at 7:35 pm by Xman, a resident of the Danbury Park neighborhood |
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Don't cut down the tall trees in Pioneer Cemetery
May 17, 2008
I thought the city was going to preserve and beautify the Pioneer Cemetery in Pleasanton? I live next to it on San Carlos Way, and I am shocked and saddened th... |
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on Jul 18, 2008 at 2:07 am by Jerry, a resident of the Oak Hill neighborhood |
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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... |
Gina Channell-Allen |
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on Jul 17, 2008 at 1:16 pm by Chip, a member of the Amador Valley High School community |
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Political Tricks
Proponents of the ridgeline protection initiative keep saying that a second Council-sponsored measure on the ballot this November will only confuse voters. Opponents of the i... |
Stacey |
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on Jul 16, 2008 at 9:02 pm by frank, a resident of the Pleasanton Heights neighborhood |
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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... |
Fallon |
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on Jul 15, 2008 at 12:36 pm by Will, a resident of the Another Pleasanton neighborhood neighborhood |
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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... |
Ptown Mom |
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on Jul 14, 2008 at 11:47 am by Cholo, a resident of Livermore |
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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... |
Stacey |
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on Jul 7, 2008 at 8:57 pm by fact checker, a resident of the Another Pleasanton neighborhood neighborhood |
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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.
Web Link
Click the lin... |
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on Jul 7, 2008 at 4:57 pm by Moxley, a resident of the Downtown neighborhood |
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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... |
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on Jul 7, 2008 at 7:53 am by Pleasanton Resident, a resident of the Downtown neighborhood |
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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?? ... |
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on Jul 6, 2008 at 11:28 am by Jeb Bing, editor of the Pleasanton Weekly |
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Recall Jennifer Hosterman?
Is there a campaign to recall Mayor Jennifer Hosterman? I ran across a website called recall jenniferhosterman dot com (Web Link).
I know a l... |
Jimmy |
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on Jul 6, 2008 at 11:27 am by Jeb Bing, editor of the Pleasanton Weekly |
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Letter
Mayor didn't consult residents on votes
Read the full story here Web Link posted Friday, July 4, 2008, 12:00 AM |
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on Jul 4, 2008 at 3:14 pm by fact checker, a resident of the Another Pleasanton neighborhood neighborhood |
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Letter: Academic scholarships for young women
Alameda County has not participated in the Miss Alameda County competition for over 20 years and the Dec. 17 story in the Pleasanton Weekly makes it clear why not. This is a b... |
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on Jun 30, 2008 at 4:38 pm by Lacey, a resident of the Foothill Farms neighborhood |
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Vote in our Readers Choice!
On your mark...get set...VOTE! Opening ceremonies for the Pleasanton Weekly's 2008 Readers Choice have begun. Vote for your favorite restaurants, biking trails, antique store,... |
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on Jun 30, 2008 at 9:24 am by Adrianne Weiss, a resident of the Ruby Hill neighborhood |
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Pleasanton Home Sales for May
Created by the Moxley Team - sales of homes in Pleasanton for the month of May. Follow the link for the stats.
Web Link
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Tyler |
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on Jun 29, 2008 at 9:18 pm by Terri, a resident of the Foothill Knolls neighborhood |
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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 Web Link... |
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on Jun 28, 2008 at 11:35 am by Sue Connolly, a resident of the Birdland neighborhood |
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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 Web Link... |
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on Jun 27, 2008 at 11:58 am by lbartholdi, a resident of another community |
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Leading the 'Y' into the future
To parents and students, it may seem like any other summer for the Tri-Valley YMCA as it plans to kick off its summer program of day camps here in Pleasanton next week, but th... |
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on Jun 26, 2008 at 4:58 pm by ., a member of the Hart Middle School community |
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Child care provider replaces YMCA center
Adventure Time, a private, nonprofit child care provider, will move into 4667 Bernal Ave., which was vacated in December by Tri-Valley YMCA. The Pleasanton Unified School Dist... |
Editor |
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on Jun 26, 2008 at 4:51 pm by n/a, a resident of Dublin |
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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 ... |
Editor |
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on Jun 25, 2008 at 8:41 pm by Stacey, a resident of the Amberwood/Wood Meadows neighborhood |
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Why should we pay a licence fee for dogs and not cats.
I think it's unfair that residents of Pleasanton have to pay a licence fee for their dogs and cat owner don't pay anything. I know it's not my dog walking on peoples cars, roa... |
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on Jun 24, 2008 at 6:50 pm by Kara, a resident of the Val Vista neighborhood |
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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? |
Mark C |
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on Jun 24, 2008 at 5:12 pm by anonymous, a resident of the Beratlis Place neighborhood |
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City council picks date to discuss hillside initiative when Sullivan & McGovern cannot attend
I am thoroughly disgusted by the article in today's Times (page A3) stating that the Pleasanton City Council has deliberately chosen to discuss the hillside initiative on a da... |
Barbara |
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on Jun 20, 2008 at 8:17 pm by Aaron, a resident of the Canyon Meadows neighborhood |
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Traffic Accident???
Did anyone see the car accident on Wed. afternoon on the corner of Vineyard and Bernal? A car hit the traffic light pole and it was laying in the street. The car was inside t... |
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on Jun 12, 2008 at 7:38 pm by Janna, a resident of the Mission Park neighborhood |