Bringing the house down: Crews begin demolition of 94-year-old Amador Theater
PUSD officially started tearing down Amador Valley High School’s nearly century-old theater on Friday.
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Former San Ramon police chief Carlson running for Danville Town Council
The former leader and longtime public face of the San Ramon Police Department has returned to the public eye in neighboring Danville, with a campaign for public office now underway in what is often touted as one of California’s most…
Ailing domestic cat in Pleasanton euthanized after rabies diagnosis
An ill domestic cat from Pleasanton was put down this summer after testing positive for rabies, which prompted local organizations to remind pet owners to keep their animals’ vaccinations up to date.
Contra Costa County lawmaker told court her mom had dementia in family property battle. Not so, said doctors
Records show the state assemblymember attempted to have her mother placed under conservatorship in the midst of a family real estate dispute – a CalMatters investigation.
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Sunflower Hill set for annual fundraising dinner
Tri-Valley nonprofit Sunflower Hill is gearing up for its annual marquee fundraiser, a dinner and celebration event this fall that will help plant the seeds for the organization’s activities and accomplishments during the next year.
News Digest: Impact Maker Awards nominations | Livermore PD hosting back-to-school supply drive | Pleasanton collaborative’s BBQ fundraiser
The Tri-Valley Nonprofit Alliance is currently accepting nominations for its 2026 Power of Giving Impact Maker Awards, which recognize the contributions of nonprofits, individuals and corporations who make a meaningful difference in the Tri-Valley.
SpongeBob making a splash at the Bankhead
Bikini Bottom is headed for Livermore as Tri-Valley Theatre Company presents “The SpongeBob Musical” at the Bankhead Theater starting this weekend.
A&E
‘Evening Stories’ with three young published writers
Three of the youngest authors in the Tri-Valley will be reading from their original picture books and engaging with residents at a special event next week at the Dublin Public Library.
Livermore landmark inspires artist’s work exhibited across California
Livermore-based artist Carolyn Lord is attracting attention statewide to an iconic gas station in the city’s downtown as the subject of paintings up for exhibition this year.
Livermore takes center stage in author John Bluck’s new thriller
Murder, espionage and rocket science all meet in Livermore in John G. Bluck’s latest thriller.
Spotlight
This California Delta community is drawing Bay Area homebuyers to the water
Bay Area residents understand the value of open space. That’s why it’s no surprise a private waterfront enclave on the California Delta is drawing homebuyers who are ready for a different kind of life.
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,…
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Community rallies to aid Blackhawk Plaza ducks following pond’s closure
The ongoing saga of Blackhawk Plaza’s troubles amid tenant vacancies, turnovers, and multiple legal proceedings including its owners’ bankruptcy came home to roost in recent weeks as the longstanding pond closed for repairs just before the start of summer.
Pleasanton Weekly wins General Excellence, nine other first-place honors in California Journalism Awards
“The winning categories capture the quality, range and impact of our journalism: General Excellence, Investigative Reporting, Enterprise Series, Best Newsletter, Columns, Editorial Comment, Business and the Economy, Sports Feature, Profile Story and Fine Arts.”
Sports
Little League Intermediate World Series starts Sunday in Livermore
The 2026 Little League Intermediate 50/70 World Series rolls into Livermore this weekend, with the tournament taking place at Max Baer Park from Sunday through Aug. 9.
49ers head coach accepts blame for Palo Alto car crash
San Francisco 49ers head coach Kyle Shanahan accepted blame on Tuesday for the car crash that occurred in downtown Palo Alto on July 14, when the Tesla he was driving crashed head-on into a Mercedes SUV according to reports from…
Dublin Leprechauns win regular-season title, host playoff games this week
Thanks to a 14-8 win over defending champions, the San Rafael Pacifics, then a 10-8 win over the Bakersfield Train Robbers on Friday night, the Dublin Leprechauns won the Pecos League Pacific Division title.
ReAL Estate
Four myths about insurance in California
As the state’s residents prepare to vote for a new insurance commissioner in November, here’s a look at a few common myths about insurance in California.
Sutter Health buys nearly 30 acres from IKEA in Dublin
Sutter Health recently purchased 27 acres of undeveloped land from IKEA in eastern Dublin, but it has not yet committed publicly to a plan for the property.
What’s new at Concannon Vineyard: Fresh owners lead changes throughout historic Livermore winery
A sense of tradition endures at Concannon Vineyard, but several clues point to the famed Livermore winery’s new ownership…
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