Shooting in Livermore
One person was injured and another arrested a short time later following a shooting incident overnight in Livermore, city police confirmed on Wednesday morning.The situation unfolded just after midnight, when police received reports of several vehicles driving recklessly at Chestnut and North M streets, according to Livermore police spokesperson Azenith Smith. “When officers were approaching the area, they heard gunshots,” Smith said.
Police located one person who had been shot as the suspect vehicle drove off. They were taken to an area hospital and treated for injuries that were considered non-life-threatening, Smith said.
Officers found and pursued the suspect vehicle for a short distance to the area of Murrieta Boulevard and Alameda Drive and arrested the driver, Smith said.
Residents on social media overnight reported seeing the initial vehicles involved in an apparent sideshow, but police declined to comment on that.
Kids’ Easter events
Several Tri-Valley events will help youngsters get into the Easter holiday spirit.Hosted by the Pleasanton Downtown Association, the fourth annual Bunny Hop Scavenger Hunt will run from 10 a.m. to noon on Saturday (April 16), with kids starting out at the Museum on Main and then exploring the Main Street corridor.
The Livermore Area Recreation and Park District is presenting Muffins with Bunny with two sessions on Saturday morning at the Robert Livermore Community Center. “Hop on over and join us for a day of springtime fun. Muffins, snacks, games, and crafts; you can even take a picture with the Bunny, so don’t forget to bring your camera,” officials said.
And in Dublin, the city’s Spring Eggstravaganza includes egg hunts and photos with Peter Rabbit and Flopsy at Heritage Park and Museums on Saturday.
Smothers Brothers
After selling out a scheduled performance at the Bankhead Theater on June 13, The Smothers Brothers have announced a second Livermore show has been added for the following day.Known for their folk sound and comedic edge, the famed pair rose to stardom with their hit series in the 1960s, “The Smothers Brothers Comedy Hour.”
The Smothers Brothers perform their second show in Livermore on June 14 at 7:30 p.m. Tickets went on sale starting this week and are expected to go fast. Visit livermorearts.org.
