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Goodbye R Place Music Club, hello Backstage Livermore
A bar and entertainment venue along Old First Street is in the process of being revamped under new ownership.
Guest Opinion: Pleasanton council must take a stand on ICE facility in Dublin
“So, I ask all of the Pleasanton City Council to do the right thing: talk about the resolution, pass the resolution and take a stand showing that issues of jurisdiction are outweighed by an interconnectedness that binds us all together…
New QR code scam targets PG&E customers
PG&E is warning Bay Area customers about a new scam involving QR codes and barcodes, with customers across the utility’s service area losing more than $211,000 to impostors in the first half of the year alone.
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Lifestyle
News Digest: Invasive mosquito discovered in Pleasanton | Survey seeks community input on next city manager | Rules for fireworks use in Dublin
The Alameda County Mosquito Abatement District recently discovered an invasive Aedes aegypti mosquito in Pleasanton, which prompted the city to urge residents to take preemptive measures in reducing the population of disease-carrying mosquitoes.
A full plate of food choices at the Alameda County Fair
Global food, new creative Foodies Choice candidates, plus hot dogs and more await fairgoers.
ComicCon Livermore fuses fandom and family fun this weekend
Comic book culture – and everything in its orbit – is set to be celebrated at the Bankhead Theater when ComicCon Livermore returns “for a day of adventure, creativity and family fun” this Saturday.
A&E
Lights, camera, action: Film and media conference comes to Livermore this weekend
The first Northern California Film & Media Summit is rolling into Livermore this Saturday with the goal of helping emerging filmmakers and media professionals break into the industry.
Live jazz series returns to City Center
Drawing thousands of attendees each year, the annual San Ramon event hosts a variety of dining options and a vibrant atmosphere as well as featuring world-renowned jazz talent.
Summer fun is here: Alameda County Fair begins four-weekend run in Pleasanton
The warm summer weather is back in Pleasanton, which means it’s time for the Alameda County Fair – carnival, cuisine, concerts, agriculture, art, Americana, experiential and educational exhibitions and much, much more.
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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Tri-Valley beer scene: Get to know the local breweries serving their craft from Livermore to Danville
The Tri-Valley has earned recognition for its winemaking prowess. Local brewers are now expanding the area’s beverage profile by making thirst-quenching, award-winning beers.
Embarcadero Media Foundation CEO Dawes announces he will step away
Adam Dawes, who has led Embarcadero Media Foundation through stiff winds buffeting both the organization and wider media landscape, has announced that he will be stepping down as chief executive officer of the local nonprofit that publishes the Palo Alto…
Sports
Pleasanton Preps: Local track athletes qualify for Nike Nationals
The local FTC Track Club qualified nine athletes for this week’s Nike Nationals track meet on historic Hayward Field in Eugene, Oregon.
The pathway for horse racing to return to Pleasanton
“It’s a journey that is worth fighting for, and it’s important to race fans to know there still are people fighting for it, and to keep the faith.”
Bay Area officials issue statement supporting immigrants in time for FIFA World Cup
With the Bay Area set to host its first FIFA World Cup 2026 match on Saturday, local officials signed off on a joint statement supporting the belonging of diverse identities in the Bay Area.
ReAL Estate
Hyatt House Pleasanton recently sold at auction
The Hyatt House property in Pleasanton, an extended-stay hotel located near the Hacienda Business Park, recently changed hands as part of an auction sale.
Been there, bought that: Baby boomers are helping shape real estate
“Here in the Tri-Valley, and across the country, older boomers are an active and influential force in real estate and one that often gets lost in the headlines.”
Hidden Canyon housing development gets green light from Pleasanton Planning Commission
The Pleasanton Planning Commission unanimously endorsed the so-called “Hidden Canyon Residences and Preserve Project”, which seeks to build 28 new multimillion-dollar homes near the Pleasanton Ridge.
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