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Nicole Gonzales

Staff reporter, Pleasanton Weekly, Livermore Vine, DanvilleSanRamon

925-621-1175 | Email

About Nicole
Nicole Gonzales is a staff reporter for Embarcadero Media’s East Bay Division, the Pleasanton Weekly. Nicole began writing for the publication in July 2022.

A graduate of San Francisco State University’s journalism department, Nicole fosters a love for writing and storytelling. As a staff reporter with the Pleasanton Weekly Nicole covers the arts & culture scene of the Tri-Valley area, as well as general news and investigative pieces.

Nicole has previously covered arts & entertainment, social justice, and California politics at various publications in the Bay Area. A native of the Central Valley, Nicole spends free time playing piano, reading science fiction novels, or spending time with her pets.
Stories by Nicole
Iron Horse Trail overcrossing installation postponed in Dublin
The planned closure of Dublin Boulevard for the installation of a new Iron Horse Regional Trail overcrossing was delayed earlier this month as a result of loose fasteners and a new date for the project work has not been scheduled.
[Wednesday, September 20, 2023]

Community in the plaza
As a way to uplift diversity and culture in the community, Livermore Valley Arts has planned a number of cultural celebrations through the fall season starting with an Indigenous Peoples' Day celebration this weekend...
[Wednesday, September 20, 2023]

Dublin school board rejects proposal to investigate if staff ignored its direction on grading practices
Dublin Unified trustees last week narrowly decided against initiating an investigation into leadership staff to see if they have been fully implementing the board's directive earlier this summer to halt any standards-based grading.
[Saturday, September 16, 2023]

Pleasanton Senior Center celebrating big anniversary
In celebration of its 30th anniversary, the Pleasanton Senior Center will hold several events throughout the month. The center offers a variety of recreational, physical and artistic programs to keep Tri-Valley seniors active...
[Thursday, September 21, 2023]

A night out at the Firehouse
Whether it's time for a night out on the town, a special occasion or to enjoy a favorite local artist live, the newly announced lineup of shows for the 2023-24 season at the Firehouse Arts Center seeks to suffice.
[Thursday, September 14, 2023]

Rare Bach compositions brought to Tri-Valley
With the help of several esteemed international musicians, the Pacific Chamber Orchestra is to perform a rare progression of selections by famed composer Johann Sebastian Bach at the Bankhead Theater in Livermore.
[Wednesday, September 13, 2023]

For the love of Scotland
The sound of bagpipes, Celtic rock and cheering crowds roared throughout the Alameda County Fairgrounds over the Labor Day weekend for an annual celebration of Scottish culture. See photos and coverage from our reporter here...
[Tuesday, September 12, 2023]

Annual Alameda County Transportation Commission report released to public
A new report on the Alameda County Transportation Commission details revenue, expenses and finance statements from the 2021-22 fiscal year. Completed by the Independent Watchdog Committee, the report is now available online.
[Monday, September 25, 2023]

Livermore Library to host events honoring Hispanic Heritage Month
Each year, Sept. 15 through Oct. 15 serves as a time to celebrate the diverse culture, history and achievements of Latino, Latina and Hispanic people in the United States. Livermore Public Library plans to host a number of events...
[Tuesday, September 12, 2023]

Valley Concert Chorale presenting 'Music to Soothe Your Soul'
Before their upcoming performance season begins later this year, the Valley Concert Chorale is currently searching for a number of experienced and talented people to sing among them in upcoming shows.
[Thursday, September 7, 2023]