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LPFD announces new interim chief following Testa’s retirement
After nearly three decades of battling fires and two years leading the department, Livermore Pleasanton Fire Department chief Joe Testa officially retired from his post last week, handing the reins to his deputy chief who is currently serving as interim leader.
Police: Victim in fatal shooting was suspect’s father
A 28-year-old Pleasanton resident was arrested last Friday for allegedly killing his 61-year-old father over a verbal dispute, according to new details from the Pleasanton Police Department Monday evening.
Council to review initial steps toward placing revenue measures on 2026 ballot
The Pleasanton City Council will be deciding Tuesday whether staff should conduct public polling to determine if there is community interest in placing one, or potentially several, revenue measures on the November 2026 ballot.

‘Hope, not handcuffs’: Jail diversion center opens in Pleasanton
Horizon Treatment Services’ new Diversion Triage Center in Pleasanton opened its doors during a ribbon-cutting ceremony on Aug. 4 with county leaders and community members in attendance.
Suspect in Dublin shooting turns himself in
The 19-year-old suspect in a shooting into an occupied vehicle near Dougherty Road Friday is now in custody after turning himself in.
Take Us Along: Thermal baths in Budapest
Jeff and Sandy Grave enjoy the Szechenyi Thermal Baths in Budapest, Hungary, one stop their five-country journey along the Danube River in April.

Hot Picks
Family Caregiver Support Group: This free Caregiver Support Group is for families and friends who are caring for a loved one over the age of 60. 10:30-11:30 a.m., Mondays. Heritage Estates, 900 E Stanley Blvd., Livermore.
Tech Tutoring at Pleasanton Senior Center: 1-2 p.m., Mondays. One hour sessions and drop-in fees apply.
Movie Madness in the Vintage Lounge (50+): Join the Senior Services crew for a free movie in the Vintage Lounge at the Robert Livermore Community Center. 1 p.m., Aug. 18.
Bingo at the Pleasanton Senior Center: Join for Bingo at the Pleasanton Senior Center, Wednesdays, 1-3 p.m., Drop-in fees apply.
Firehouse Memorial Wall Exhibition: The Firehouse Arts Center is featuring the work of Shweta Agrawal presenting approximately 20 of the artist’s representative landscapes and ink portraits on the Nancy Thompson Memorial Wall. Through Aug. 30.
Business After Hours Mixer: The Livermore Valley Chamber of Commerce Business After Hours Mixer is 4:30-6:30 p.m., the third Wednesday of each month. For more information visit livermorechamber.org.
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