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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.”
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.
Musings, reflections and reactions about Tri-Valley community news (plus the occasional scoop) from editorial director Jeremy Walsh. Published every Thursday, What A Week covers cities, schools, special districts, counties, crime, courts, local and regional politics, nonprofits, A&E and the people who make it all happen in Pleasanton, Livermore, San Ramon, Danville, Alamo, Blackhawk, Sunol and Dublin.
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.”
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.”
Urgency and unity: MLK Fellowship Breakfast and Legacy Awards return to Tri-Valley
Now hosted by 3VCF, the event evoked the spirit, passion and influence of King through its opening blessing, musical performances, award presentations and keynote address by Livermore’s Faith Alpher.
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Saving their stories: Book on bygone Pleasanton becomes godsend for high school journalism
“Cruising Down Memory Lane” has become a shining example of how critical it is to prioritize reporting the stories of one’s community. And not just tales of the past.
Updates on Tri-Valley murder cases
“After reading through the case files, I’m struck at the similarities that arise in our local homicides and those in the national news. Making no judgments on the facts of these cases nor assumptions about how the legal process will play out, it’s just hard to ignore common themes like domestic violence, mental health, family…
Rest easy, Mr. Pleasanton – Remembering Jeb Bing, founding Weekly editor and publisher
Jeb Bing, the founding editor and publisher of the Pleasanton Weekly whose perennial presence in the community earned him the moniker “Mr. Pleasanton”, died during the holiday season at 90 years old.
Holiday Fund spotlight: Valley Humane Society is champion for pets
The Champions for Pet Health collaboration exemplifies the good work done year-round by Valley Humane Society, one of 10 Tri-Valley nonprofit beneficiaries of our 2025-26 Holiday Fund.
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