Gulf Gas Station signage debate comes to an end following council approval last month
The contentious debate over new signage at the Gulf Gas Station on the corner of First Street and Vineyard Avenue came to a close last month after the Pleasanton City Council approved the latest modifications made to the gas station’s canopy and monument sign.
Project to cut red tape from housing production moves forward with Oakland-based architectural firm
Alameda County’s effort to cut red tape from housing production took a step forward recently with the selection of an Oakland-based architectural firm to spearhead part of the project.
Vehicle falls off tow truck, ends up on BART tracks in Castro Valley
A vehicle fell off of a tow truck and onto BART train tracks in Castro Valley following a crash on Interstate Highway 580 on Tuesday afternoon, snarling traffic for commuters on the highway and stopping train service for hours.
EBRPD expands future parkland with 190-acre acquisition
East Bay Parks has announced that it added about 190 acres of new parkland next to Thurgood Marshall Regional Park, Home of the Port Chicago 50, strengthening open space protection and future park connectivity in eastern Contra Costa County.
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ShopConsciously offers ethically sourced, unique gifts at Pleasanton’s first self-serve store
If you’ve ever walked down Main Street in downtown Pleasanton, chances are you’ve passed by ShopConsciously, an artisanal gift store that sells ethically sourced products such as bags made from recycled bottles by women in Kenya, Africa.
Pleasanton council to consider Asset Management Plan, raise for city manager
The Pleasanton City Council will hear an update Tuesday on the progress to create the city’s first-ever Asset Management Plan. A 3% raise for the city manager and city attorney, the railroad quiet zone project and grants for Tri-Valley Haven’s shelter are among consent highlights.
Fratello’s Ristorante in Livermore to shutter this month
A family-owned eatery downtown Livermore is set to close shop at the end of the year amid the rising cost of its operation.
Take Us Along: In Bruges
PUSD Trustee Mary Jo Carreon poses with the Weekly in front of one of the many canals and bridges in Bruges, Belgium in summer 2025.
Dublin among local police departments to receive funding to combat underage drinking
Six Bay Area police departments, including Dublin, have been selected to receive funding from the state Department of Alcoholic Beverage Control to help boost enforcement against underage drinking and alcohol-related harm within their communities.
Next-generation Clipper Cards seek to make rides smoother, cheaper for travelers
The long-awaited rollout of the new generation of the Clipper Card payment system began last week, with Bay Area travelers now able to pay for public transit trips more efficiently and conveniently.
Sports memorabilia dealer pleads guilty to fraud after selling fake Willie Mays items
A sports memorabilia dealer in Contra Costa County pleaded guilty Monday to wire fraud after he was caught selling fake sports collectibles, the U.S. Department of Justice said.
Superintendent Funk retiring from Dublin Unified at end of school year
The longest-serving schools superintendent in the Tri-Valley is stepping down in June, with Chris Funk announcing his upcoming retirement to the Dublin Unified School District community on Friday.
‘Very bizarre behavior’: Other complaints against ex-Amador principal alleged pattern of unprofessional conduct
Newly released documents from investigations into now-former Amador Valley High School principal Jonathan Fey reveal more allegations against the disgraced Pleasanton administrator.


