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Light up the tracks: Train of Lights rides through Niles Canyon all holiday season long
Niles Canyon Railway’s Train of Lights has left the station, starting its seasonal rides full of holiday cheer last weekend and continuing through Dec. 30. Enjoy slideshow of photos from the 2025 test train …
Pleasanton veterinarian accused of stealing prescription drugs
A local veterinarian could be facing disciplinary action by the state for allegedly diverting prescription medication from the practice for personal use.
What a Week — The Power of Giving: Tri-Valley Nonprofit Alliance showcases impact of community connections
Community leaders, organizers, volunteers and contributors joined in celebration earlier this month at The Power of Giving, the annual showcase of the Tri-Valley Nonprofit Alliance.
News Digest: Pleasanton crowned California’s cleanest city | Too $hort back at fair | Callippe’s quiet 20th | Small Business Saturday
Pleasanton’s reputation for positive appearances made the rounds last week when national bloggers and aggregators picked up on a listing from earlier this summer that declared Pleasanton as the cleanest city in California.
Pleasanton Preps: Reminiscing with my former Amador soccer teammates and coach
“It was a couple of hours of telling stories, laughing and remembering some of the best days of our lives. In some ways it was like those high school days had never left.”
‘A safer, more efficient route’: Highway 84-Interstate 680 interchange improvements complete
State and local leaders came together last week to celebrate the completion of the Highway 84-Interstate 680 interchange upgrades in Sunol, lauding the years-long investment to improve commute and safety conditions through the Tri-Valley for the following decades.
LAVTA receives nearly $65M in federal funding for transit modernization
The Livermore Amador Valley Transit Authority has been awarded a $63.95 million grant from the Federal Transit Administration for the construction of a new agency campus and eight hybrid buses, according to an announcement last Friday.
Hot Picks
Turkey Trot and Canned Food Drive: Kick off the morning with a fun, free and informal 5K run led by the Livermore Youth Council. The trot begins at the Sycamore Grove Equestrian Parking area near the Wetmore Entrance. Participants are encouraged to bring canned food donations for Open Heart Kitchen. 8 a.m., Nov. 26. Sign up at larpd.org.
Music & Movement at Civic Center Library: Enjoy songs and movement activities that build motor and social skills and increase independence as well as language development in a child. Perfect for ages 1-5. 10:15 a.m., Wednesdays, Livermore Civic Center Library.
Bingo at the Pleasanton Senior Center: Join for Bingo at the Pleasanton Senior Center, Wednesdays, 1-3 p.m., Drop-in fees apply.
Tri-Valley Turkey Burn: Join Pleasanton North Rotary’s annual Thanksgiving morning Tri-Valley Turkey Burn, 5k/10k, run, walk, stroll. Nov. 27. Ken Mercer Sports Park, 5800 Parkside Dr., Pleasanton. Visit trivalleyturkeyburn.org.
Tri-Valley Community Outreach Thanksgiving Dinner: Join for a traditional sit-down dinner serving families, seniors, military, singles and anyone in need. 12 p.m.-4 p.m., Nov. 27. St. Raymond Catholic Church, 11555 Shannon Ave., Dublin. Free and no reservation required. To volunteer by donating food, supplies or cook a turkey visit tvc-thanksgiving.com.
Free Park Day: Each year, to encourage time in nature, the Park District celebrates Green Friday, the day after Thanksgiving, as a free park day in East Bay Regional Parks. Nov. 28. Visit ebparks.org.
Have a happy Thanksgiving!
We hope you enjoy the holiday. There will be no Express email tomorrow or Friday as we celebrate with our loved ones, but your local e-newsletter will be back on Monday (Dec. 1).
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