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The art of really seeing someone
Using these talents, Thompson has embarked on Pictures for People, a project to get to know folks on the streets, capture their spirit in personal portraits, then sell the paintings to help provide them with services.
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Learn about Our Neighborhoods
Our annual special magazine is filled with stories told by people from select Tri-Valley neighborhoods. They talk about what drew them to the neighborhood and what makes it unique and special.
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Amador Valley principal takes leave of absence
First-year Amador Valley High School principal Alberto Solorzano was granted a leave of absence for personal reasons on Wednesday, according to Pleasanton Unified School District officials.
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History comes alive at 'African-American Living Museum'
The “African-American Living Museum” at Fairlands Elementary last week highlighted some of the United States' most important African-American figures in U.S. history, including Martin Luther King Jr. and Harriet Tubman.
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Frolicking fundraiser for PCAC
The Pleasanton Cultural Arts Council is presenting Royal Jelly Jive at 8 p.m. March 1 at the Firehouse Arts Center to raise money for art in the schools.
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Love for the ages at Stoneridge Creek
Love was certainly in the air this Valentine's Day weekend at Stoneridge Creek, where more than 20 wedding gowns were on display as part of a Valentine's week exhibit at the senior-living community in Pleasanton.
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'Fragments, Edges & Ambiguities' at Firehouse
The next major art installation at the Harrington Gallery in the Firehouse Arts Center, titled "Fragments, Edges & Ambiguities," will roam the boundaries between realistic and abstract with the works of five Bay Area artists.
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Council postpones Chabad Center appeals hearing after both sides request delay
In a session dominated by discourse on far-reaching topics like plastic pollution, climate change and state housing legislation, perhaps the most noticeable takeaway from the Pleasanton City Council meeting was the neighborhood dispute that wasn't discussed.
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2018 Alameda County Fair takes home industry awards
Last year's Alameda County Fair recently earned more than 40 regional and international awards for innovation and excellence in competitions, agriculture and marketing during the annual summer showcase at the Pleasanton fairgrounds.
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Pleasanton: South Bay boy wins Scripps Regional Spelling Bee
Rishik Gandhasri, a seventh-grader from San Jose, took the top spot at the 2019 Scripps Bay Area Regional Spelling Bee, held in Pleasanton's Amador Theater.
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Livermore-Amador Symphony presents 'Colorful Characters'
Livermore-Amador Symphony continues its 56th regular season with "Colorful Characters" this Saturday at the Bankhead Theater, with music director Lara Webber conducting. In addition, winners of the Symphony's 2018-19 Competition for Young Musicians will be featured: pianist Daniel Mah of Pleasanton (shown).
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TV30 again offering summer camp
Students can get the edge in video production at this year's TV30 Summer Camp, being held for the 11th year.
Amador Valley High principal takes leave of absence
First-year Amador Valley High School principal Alberto Solorzano was granted a leave of absence for personal reasons on Wednesday,... Last comment on Feb 22, 2019 at 2:55 pm | 24 comments
UPDATE: Pleasanton council set to delay hearing on Chabad Center appeals
The Pleasanton City Council is expected to postpone its public hearing on project plans for the Chabad Center for Jewish... Last comment on Feb 21, 2019 at 11:12 am | 4 comments
Dublin boy returns home after disappearing last week
A Dublin teenager who was missing for a week returned home safely this Tuesday, according to Dublin Police Services.
Read... Last comment on Feb 22, 2019 at 10:41 am | 6 comments
Frolicking fundraiser for Pleasanton Cultural Arts Council
The Pleasanton Cultural Arts Council is presenting Royal Jelly Jive at 8 p.m. March 1 at the Firehouse Arts Center to raise... Last comment on Feb 21, 2019 at 9:04 pm | 2 comments
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Couples: Thanks
Feb 22, 2019 | 0 comments
Tim Talk
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Confusion surrounds high-speed rail project
Feb 21, 2019 | 0 comments
Doing College
by Elizabeth LaScala
How Important Is Demonstrated Interest?
Feb 6, 2019 | 2 comments
"Chamber of Commerce trip"
Mark and Ann Fischer, Stu and Cheryl Craig, Cindy and Jerry Sobrero, Cyril Bonanno, Tina Nomura, Julie Mannes, Steve Fineran in Spain during a Pleasanton Chamber of Commerce trip to Costa del Sol Spain. Fun!
Submitted by Cindy Sobrero on Nov 21, 2017
Pleasanton police report armed robbery on Bernal Avenue
The Pleasanton Police Department is investigating a robbery near Bernal Community Park during which two armed people stole a pedestrian's laptop bag and pistol-whipped the victim before fleeing the area on Thursday night. Friday, 11:06 AM | 10 comments
Cal High alum, daughter of SRVUSD board president dies in car crash
Madeline "Maddie" Hurd, a 2015 California High School graduate and the daughter of San Ramon Valley Unified School District Board of Education President Rachel Hurd, was in her senior year working toward a bachelor's degree in recreation at Western Washington University. She was 21 years old. Friday, 4:52 PM | 1 comments
Cincinnati hospital administrator hired as new Stanford-ValleyCare CEO
Stanford Health Care-ValleyCare officials announced Thursday that Cincinnati hospital executive Rick Shumway has been selected as the next president and CEO of the Tri-Valley health system. Thursday, 5:40 PM | 1 comments
Amador Valley High principal takes leave of absence
First-year Amador Valley High School principal Alberto Solorzano was granted a leave of absence for personal reasons on Wednesday, according to Pleasanton Unified School District officials. Wednesday, 11:47 AM | 24 comments
Lively Celtic fiddling in Livermore
The Bankhead Theater will welcome the return of master fiddlers Natalie MacMaster and Donnell Leahy in a lively celebration of the music of their Canadian roots, "Visions of Cape Breton and Beyond," at 7:30 p.m. this Wednesday. Friday, 5:11 PM
Pictures for People: The art of really seeing someone
Using these talents, Thompson has embarked on Pictures for People, a project to get to know folks on the streets, capture their spirit in personal portraits, then sell the paintings to help provide them with services. Thursday, 3:03 PM | 1 comments
History comes alive at Fairlands 'African-American Living Museum'
The “African American Living Museum" at Fairlands Elementary last week highlighted some of the United States' most important African-American figures in U.S. history, including Martin Luther King Jr. and Harriet Tubman. Monday, 12:44 PM
Council postpones Chabad Center appeals hearing after both sides request delay
In a session dominated by discourse on far-reaching topics like plastic pollution, climate change and state housing legislation, perhaps the most noticeable takeaway from the Pleasanton City Council meeting was the neighborhood dispute that wasn't discussed. Wednesday, 2:50 PM | 3 comments
Around Pleasanton: Plan a party, help a charity
Tri-Valley-based Party In-Kindness (PIK) is changing the way groups can raise money for worthy charities by making it easy, fun and meaningful for donors. Thursday, 3:25 PM
News Digest: State of the City on Tuesday, Teen job fair & Ragin' Cajun
Pleasanton Mayor Jerry Thorne is set to deliver his State of the City address during a Chamber of Commerce luncheon Tuesday at DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel, Pleasanton at the Club. Thursday, 3:25 PM
Teen mental health, social media link explored in upcoming education series
Outside influences like school, cellphones and social media are common burdens of modern adolescence. Tri-Valley parents can learn helpful tips for spotting and addressing these stressors in their children at an upcoming free event called "Raising Emotionally Healthy Kids." Wednesday, 5:08 PM
Frolicking fundraiser for Pleasanton Cultural Arts Council
The Pleasanton Cultural Arts Council is presenting Royal Jelly Jive at 8 p.m. March 1 at the Firehouse Arts Center to raise money for art in the schools, a departure from classical music fundraising concerts in the past. Monday, 12:27 PM | 2 comments

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