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Remembering Dr. B, legend in Tri-Valley local sports
"Dr. B" George Baljevich (center) was such an iconic figure in Pleasanton that locally he was every bit as well-known as John Madden. So, writing about Dr. B, who passed away at the age of 84 on May 12 was a daunting task.
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Fire activity in the Tri-Valley
Firefighters were busy with multiple incidents in grasslands in recent days in the Tri-Valley, including one at over 130 acres near Interstate 580 in Livermore, a smaller vegetation fire in Pleasanton and controlled burns in Dublin.
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What a Week: Building a solution to homelessness
Finding ways to overcome the relentless cycle of homelessness is among the most daunting problems in society. But there is an example of hope coming more into view in Livermore, and it could provide more than just a drop in the bucket.
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Bay Area health officers urge return to masking, other COVID precautions amid latest surge
Health officials in 11 counties urged residents across the greater Bay Area to once again take COVID-19 precautions like masking as cases and hospitalizations rise across the region.
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Livermore school earns national Green Ribbon award
Livermore's Altamont Creek Elementary was recently bestowed with the honor of being named a Green Ribbon School by the U.S. Department of Education, becoming one of four schools in California to receive the nationwide award.
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SeƱor Bob: A lasting impact
In the hearts of many in Tulancingo, late Pleasanton resident Bob Athenour now truly has a permanent presence in the community of his hometown's sister city in Mexico -- a life-size bronze sculpture of him sitting on a park bench.
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California's $100B surplus: What to know about Newsom's plan
Gov. Gavin Newsom reveals his revised May budget, including his inflation relief plan and spending priorities on education, the environment and more.
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Hively opens new Family Resource Center in Dublin
A ribbon-cutting ceremony was held last month in Dublin to commemorate the opening of the Hively Family Resource Center, designed as a one-stop shop for families to obtain all the basic necessities they need all under one roof.
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Livermore council paves way for condos in Isabel neighborhood area
The Livermore City Council voted on May 9 to approve a resolution that charts the course for a new development consisting of more than 100 housing units and infrastructure aimed at utilizing and promoting cleaner energy use.
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Leadership transition at Museum on Main
After 13 years at the helm, Executive Director Jim DeMersman has announced he will retire from Pleasanton's Museum on Main in the fall. Sarah Schaefer, the current education director, has been named as his permanent successor.
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Helicopter crashes at PG&E training site in Livermore
A helicopter crashed at a PG&E training facility in Livermore, injuring two occupants on Wednesday morning, authorities said.
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Virtual Academy's Little named Pleasanton USD Teacher of the Year
Arick Little, a math teacher at the Pleasanton Virtual Academy, is the winner of Pleasanton Unified School District's Teacher of the Year award.
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Teen charged with murder after victim in Livermore crash dies in hospital
A teenager has seen his charges upgraded to include murder after a Livermore woman seriously injured in a car crash allegedly caused by the young man in February recently died at the hospital from her injuries.
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Sunol Rep back with familiar melodrama
The Sunol Repertory Theatre is back onstage for two weekends in May, reprising the melodrama it prepared to perform before the Bay Area first shut down two years ago -- 'The Treasure of Shiver River'.
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Amador celebrates We the People national title
The competition civics team from Amador Valley High is the best in the country, winning the national We the People tournament for the second time in school history.
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Will California sidestep federal 'work first' welfare rules?
The state is trying to make its cash assistance program more flexible for low-income parents. Advocates say a federal rule is hindering those efforts.
Pleasanton Preps: Remembering 'Dr. B' George Baljevich, a legend in Tri-Valley local sports
George Baljevich -- "Dr. B" -- was such an iconic figure in Pleasanton that locally he was every bit as well-known as John... Last comment on May 16, 2022 at 5:48 pm | 10 comments
Pleasanton Police Support Special Olympics
Many THANKS, to the Pleasanton Police Department for their wonderful support of the Regional Special Olympics Track meet,... Last comment on May 15, 2022 at 7:48 pm | 0 comments
California's $100 billion surplus: What to know about Newsom's spending plan
Gov. Gavin Newsom reveals his revised May budget, including his inflation relief plan and spending priorities on education,... Last comment on May 16, 2022 at 10:46 am | 6 comments
A lasting impact
In the hearts of many in Tulancingo, late Pleasanton resident Bob Athenour now truly has a permanent presence in the community... Last comment on May 16, 2022 at 12:51 pm | 3 comments
Tim Talk
by Tim Hunt
Critical June elections for Alameda County sheriff and district attorney
May 17, 2022 | 0 comments
A New Shade of Green
by Sherry Listgarten
We need stable, climate-forward land use policies
May 15, 2022 | 3 comments
Couple's Net
by Chandrama Anderson
Use Your Words!
May 13, 2022 | 0 comments
Notes on the Valley
by Monith Ilavarasan
Made in home
May 11, 2022 | 0 comments
2022 guide to summer camps
Looking for something for the kids to do this summer, learn something new and have fun? The Summer Camp Guide features local camps for all ages and interests.

Pleasanton council to decide fate of Meadowlark Trail project
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Bay Area health officers urge return to masking, other COVID precautions amid latest surge
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