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Searching for Eryn: Remembering Tri-Valley educator who drowned in American River
“Hoping to tell more of the real story of the life and legacy of the late Danville resident and former Pleasanton teacher whose disappearance and death while walking along the American River made headlines just after New Year’s Day.”
Fungus infection forces removal of huge trees
“These were huge trees, but were suffering from the brown fungus that rots the heart of the tree. It can grow invisibly for years, compromising the viability of the tree and raising the prospect of falling branches or worse.”
Get tested: Talking with a longtime source about his experience with a cancer my family knows all too well
“I reached out to Stark to learn more about his story, and see if he’d let me tell it to our audience, because prostate cancer is one I know all too well – three Walsh men all having faced the disease.”
School trustees continuing pushing through tough cuts
“Pleasanton school trustees continued their necessary, but difficult planning for budget cuts for next year when they identified $5 million in reductions last week.”
A taste of South America on Main Street Pleasanton
Three Pleasanton restaurants feature intriguing cuisine and beverages from Peru and Argentina.
Worth it: Tri-Valley chef putting his stamp on restaurant in Rossmoor
It’s a busy time for Rodney Worth, opening a new restaurant in Rossmoor and preparing for Taste Tri-Valley Restaurant Week in Danville and Livermore – all while also keeping things humming at The Peasant’s Courtyard in Alamo and closing the doors of The Little Pear.
BART staff throws crazy cuts at board
It’s no surprise that the BART staff threw the most damaging potential impacts of its structural financial shortfall at the proverbial wall.
Show your love: Entertainment abounds at Bankhead for Valentine’s weekend and beyond
“Valentine’s Day weekend falls during a busy February for the Bankhead Theater in downtown Livermore, fortunately for those of us who might still be searching for an outing to celebrate with our dearest.”
All about Kira Talent
“My graduate and professional admission clients increasingly report being offered a Kira interview this cycle. Here are a few things you need to know about this relatively “new kid” on the higher education admission block, what it actually does, and one function you might love … or hate.”
49ers play minor roles during Bay Area Super Bowl
The festivities and coverage leading up to the Super Bowl featured a couple of 49ers as commentators as well as focusing some attention on the ‘Niners most valuable player Christian McCaffrey.
Clementine’s new owner is ready to serve good food and good times
Let the good times roll at Clementine’s in San Ramon. Known for New Orleans-inspired food for over two decades, Clementine’s under new ownership also serves American comfort food at breakfast, lunch and dinner.
A poetic ‘response’: Livermore writer releases debut chapbook
“Chapbook was a term I hadn’t seen before – and perhaps why Livermore author Patricia J. Boyle’s press release caught my eye.”
Mixed emotions and opinions about protests
“Mixed emotions, mixed reactions and a fair bit of confusion flow through my heart and mind these days as I look at Minneapolis through my set of assumptions and beliefs and as I reflect on my son-in-law’s unpleasant encounter with an undercover vehicle in Dublin.”
Understanding MBA application cycles and when it is best for you to apply
“Understanding how the system works and which round is best to apply in could boost your chances of being accepted.”
