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Staff Picks: My Best Story and My Favorite Story of 2024
We asked our editorial team to reflect on their coverage from 2024 and select what they felt was their favorite story and their best story of the year. Here are their picks…
Pleasanton council postpones vote on Barone’s redevelopment plan
The Pleasanton City Council will have until its next regular meeting to vote on the plans to turn the Barone’s Restaurant in downtown into more than a dozen single-family homes, retail buildings and a plaza after a request for the item to be continued.
‘Such a blessing’: Livermore mom receives donated car through auto body council
Livermore resident and single mother of three young children, Breanna Archuleta, was awarded her very first vehicle last month through the National Auto Body Council Recycled Rides program.
California limits junk fees: New law blocks fines for declined ATM withdrawals
A new California law by Tim Grayson, an assemblymember ascending into a Tri-Valley State Senate seat in January, will prohibit state-chartered banks from charging fees for withdrawals that are instantaneously declined.
Hot Picks
Chanukah Wonderland: Celebrate the Festival of Lights with live music, holiday crafts and games, Chanukah photo-op and kindle Stoneridge Shopping Center’s 9 foot menorah in the grand mall. 5:30-7 p.m., Dec. 26.
Back to the Moon and the Stars Beyond: This captivating and educational art exhibit merges space exploration history with modern advancements in astronomy taking visitors on a visual journey through time. Experience this free exhibit at the UNCLE Credit Union Art Gallery at the Bankhead Theater. 1-5 p.m., Thur.-Sun. Through Jan. 5.
Become a Tax-Aide Volunteer: Tax-Aide is a free income tax preparation and counseling service for people with limited to moderate income, focusing on those 50 and older. Volunteers include certified tax counselors, who prepare tax returns, and client facilitators, who make appointments and assist clients at tax sites. Visit aarpfoundation.org/taxaidevolunteer.
Shabbat Hanukkah Service at Beth Emek: Join in person or online for the annual Shabbat Hanukkah service and celebrate the 3rd night of Hanukkah with a joyous, song-filled service. If joining in person arrive early to set up your Hanukkah menorah. 7:30 p.m., Dec. 27. Visit bethemek.org/.
Comedy Night with Chicago Steve Barkley: With decades of experience on stages across the country, Chicago Steve’s humor promises to bring the house down with laughs for everyone. Don’t miss this unforgettable night of comedy. 7:30 p.m., Dec. 27. Tickets $23-$33. Visit firehousearts.org/.
Alan Hu Foundation Scholarship: 2025 Alan Hu Foundation Scholarships for up to $1,000.00 will be awarded to high school seniors from Dublin, Livermore, and Pleasanton Unified School Districts whose college majors and career aspirations support mental health. Visit alanhufoundation.org/scholarship. Deadline is March 9.
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