Livermore school board, superintendent abruptly part ways
The Livermore school board and second-year Superintendent Torie Gibson parted ways on Friday night, an abrupt conclusion to a tense time between the trustees and their top administrator over ways to handle an eight-figure budget deficit projected for next school year.
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Pleasanton council shows initial support for hotel tax increase
The Pleasanton City Council unanimously gave staff the green light this week to draft the ballot language for a transient occupancy tax increase to be placed on the November ticket.
Clementine’s new owner is ready to serve good food and good times
Let the good times roll at Clementine’s in San Ramon. Known for New Orleans-inspired food for over two decades, Clementine’s under new ownership also serves American comfort food at breakfast, lunch and dinner.
Class action suit targets SF Giants for charging ‘junk fees’ in online ticketing
A consumer class action lawsuit filed in federal court last month against the San Francisco Giants baseball team seeks to recoup alleged “junk fees” that were included in the price of hundreds of thousands of tickets to Giants’ games purchased…
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Lifestyle
Codebreaker who cracked Zodiac case coming to Village Theatre
The Tri-Valley has an opportunity to go behind the headlines and ongoing notoriety of the Zodiac killer and Black Dahlia murder next weekend, in which the codebreaking expert who solved both cases joins other experts for a panel presentation.
Take Us Along: At Senso-ji Temple
The Norman family recently visited Japan, stopping here in front of the Five Storied Pagoda at Senso-ji Temple.
Something to see: Firehouse sets lineup of concerts, plays, exhibitions for winter and spring
Continuing to establish its identity in the fine arts landscape of the Tri-Valley, Pleasanton’s Firehouse Arts Center is presenting an eclectic mix of offerings in the first half of 2026.
A&E
A poetic ‘response’: Livermore writer releases debut chapbook
“Chapbook was a term I hadn’t seen before – and perhaps why Livermore author Patricia J. Boyle’s press release caught my eye.”
Experience downtown Pleasanton: PDA announces 2026 events schedule
The PDA has unveiled its schedule of special events for the year, saying that “creating shared experiences, strengthening community connections and supporting small businesses” is at the heart of the series of familiar and new offerings alike.
Tri-Valley museum highlights Anza expedition history
The Museum of the San Ramon Valley is delving into the history of the Anza expedition for its next virtual program.
Spotlight
Ivy League mentorship for college applications and career foundations through meaningful projects
Path Mentors was born out of dissatisfaction with the toxic high-pressure environment that college admissions has created. Founded in 2019 by Columbia graduates, the Path Mentors’ team of nearly 100 mentors from a wide range of professions including technology, finance,…
Moving insurance vs. moving coverage: What California consumers need to know
Many people assume their movers provide “insurance” for household goods. In reality, most licensed movers in California are required to provide coverage, which is different from insurance and comes with important limitations.
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Closing time? Blackhawk Plaza faces foreclosure amid increasing vacancies
Blackhawk Plaza could find itself in new hands once again, with a court hearing in southern California later this month on a request to put the property into receivership status as a lender seeks to go after a $5 million…
Rest easy, Mr. Pleasanton – Remembering Jeb Bing, founding Weekly editor and publisher
Jeb Bing, the founding editor and publisher of the Pleasanton Weekly whose perennial presence in the community earned him the moniker “Mr. Pleasanton”, died during the holiday season at 90 years old.
Sports
Pleasanton Preps: New Eagles OC Mannion showed coaching promise from early age
“But for those of us around Pleasanton, the news wasn’t shocking at all. If anyone with as little experience was going to be hired for such a position, it was Sean Mannion.”
Burgermeister named new Amador Valley football head coach
“The bottom line is Amador leaders needed to make a perfect call for the new coach, and they did just that. I am looking forward to watching the Dons play next season and watching the magic Burgermeister will bring to…
Foothill alum Mannion hired as Philadelphia Eagles’ offensive coordinator
Pleasanton native Sean Mannion continues his quick ascent up the National Football League coaching ranks after a nine-year playing career, being named as the new offensive coordinator for the Philadelphia Eagles on Thursday.
ReAL Estate
Apple Cinemas backs out of Blackhawk Plaza
After years of “coming soon” announcements and renovation work at the former site of Century Theatres Blackhawk, the owners of a cinema chain that had been set to restore the theater have apparently pulled the plug on their plans as…
PG&E purchases Stoneridge Mall Road property from Workday
After months on the market, an office site that previously served as part of Workday’s Pleasanton headquarters is now in new hands, with PG&E set to be the latest company situated at the prominent property near the West Dublin/Pleasanton BART…
Local real estate market may find its footing heading into 2026
After three years of relatively flat home sales, the housing market may see meaningful growth during 2026.
