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Knotty kiosk: Traffic and safety concerns at Del Valle entrance spur East Bay Parks infrastructure project
EBRPD recently initiated a roadway project leading into Livermore’s Del Valle Regional Park in an attempt to address traffic backups deemed “unsafe” by county officials.
En Vogue, Ozomatli round out Alameda County Fair concert slate
Two musical groups with California roots have been announced as the final acts on the bill for the 2026 Big O Tires Concert Series at the Alameda County Fair in Pleasanton this summer.
Youth lead May Day rally in Pleasanton
Indivisible Youth hosted a May Day rally last Friday in Pleasanton where roughly 150 people gathered at the Amador Valley Community Park to voice their frustrations with many aspects of President Donald Trump’s administration.
Pleasanton Preps: Dons shine at EBAL swim meet
The Amador Valley boys’ swimming team ended a four-year title run by De La Salle, taking the team title during the league meet at Dougherty Valley last weekend.
Contra Costa facing sex abuse claims from former juvenile hall detainees
Numerous former detainees are seeking recourse in two lawsuits against the county, its former chief probation officers and multiple workers in the youth detention facilities over the years who allegedly subjected them to sexual abuse while they were incarcerated as minors.
Alameda County taxpayer group alleges Oakland conspired with union on tax measure
The Alameda County Taxpayers Association filed a lawsuit alleging that the city of Oakland improperly coordinated with union leaders in an effort to place a new parcel tax on the June ballot and is withholding public records related to the alleged scheme.
Tri-Valley nonprofit The Flourish Collective hosting ‘Cultivate Hope’ fundraiser
The Flourish Collective, a Danville-based nonprofit focusing on building community and promoting social justice, is hosting its “Cultivate Hope” fundraiser later this month, aiming to bring members of the East Bay community together for a night of fun while raising money for meaningful programs and grants.
Hot Picks
Business Alliance Meeting: These zoom meetings through the Livermore Chamber of Commerce are 8-9:30 a.m., the first Wednesday of each month. Visit livermorechamber.org/.
Sole Mates Walking Group: This free walking group at the Pleasanton Senior Center is 8:45-10 a.m., Wednesdays.
Cowboy and Rancher Roots: Hear stories from Livermore’s rich history from former City Historian, Richard Finn, as he shares his research on the ranchers and cowboys that founded the community, many of whom still live and ranch in the area. 1-2:30 p.m., May 6. RLCC. Free registration at larpd.org/.
An Afternoon or Evening with Lizzie Borden: Perhaps one of the most notorious murders of the 19th Century was that of Andrew and Abby Borden. Andrew’s daughter Lizzie, portrayed by Kim Harris, was arrested and stood trial for the murder, but was eventually acquitted. 2 p.m. & 7 p.m., May 7. Firehouse Arts Center. Visit museumonmain.org/.
Livermore Historic Preservation Commission: The next Livermore Historic Preservation Commission meeting is 7 p.m., May 7. City Hall. Visit https://www.livermoreca.gov/
TVNPA 2026 Grantmakers Forum: Tri-Valley Nonprofit Alliance’s Grantmakers Forum, Funding in Focus: Priorities and Possibilities, features leaders from regional and national foundations, corporate philanthropy, and local giving organizations. 10 a.m.-12 p.m., May 7. Bankhead Theater. Free registration at tvnpa.org/
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