One final ‘Art Made Easy’ show for teacher Severin
Renowned Pleasanton watercolorist Charlotte Severin is wrapping up her 35th and final year of teaching her “Art Made Easy” class with her students’ art show next week at the Pleasanton Senior Center.
Pleasanton City Manager Beaudin hired as Alameda’s new top executive
Pleasanton City Manager Gerry Beaudin has officially confirmed his departure from the city of Pleasanton, following the Alameda City Council unanimously approving an employment agreement with him for the same position Tuesday night.
Knotty kiosk: Traffic and safety concerns at Del Valle entrance spur East Bay Parks infrastructure project
EBRPD recently initiated a roadway project leading into Livermore’s Del Valle Regional Park in an attempt to address traffic backups deemed “unsafe” by county officials.
Youth lead May Day rally in Pleasanton
Indivisible Youth hosted a May Day rally last Friday in Pleasanton where roughly 150 people gathered at the Amador Valley Community Park to voice their frustrations with many aspects of President Donald Trump’s administration.
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Contra Costa facing sex abuse claims from former juvenile hall detainees
Former detainees are seeking recourse in two lawsuits against the county, its former chief probation officers and multiple workers in the youth detention facilities over the years who allegedly subjected them to sexual abuse while they were incarcerated as minors.
En Vogue, Ozomatli round out Alameda County Fair concert slate
Two musical groups with California roots have been announced as the final acts on the bill for the 2026 Big O Tires Concert Series at the Alameda County Fair in Pleasanton this summer.
Alameda County taxpayer group alleges Oakland conspired with union on tax measure
The Alameda County Taxpayers Association filed a lawsuit alleging that the city of Oakland improperly coordinated with union leaders in an effort to place a new parcel tax on the June ballot and is withholding public records related to the alleged scheme.
Tri-Valley nonprofit The Flourish Collective hosting ‘Cultivate Hope’ fundraiser
The Flourish Collective, a Danville-based nonprofit focusing on building community and promoting social justice, is hosting its “Cultivate Hope” fundraiser later this month, aiming to bring members of the East Bay community together for a night of fun while raising money for meaningful programs and grants.
Pleasanton PD to present annual update to City Council
The Pleasanton Police Department will be presenting its 2025 annual report to the City Council this Tuesday, which includes updates on crime trends, response times, successful hiring efforts and how the department is responding to recent criticism regarding its Flock Safety cameras.
Pleasanton Mayor Balch announces bid for second term
Pleasanton Mayor Jack Balch announced Monday that he will be running for a second term, making him the first to declare candidacy for the seat in the November general election.
Rancho Cantina owners eye early-summer opening for new Danville restaurant
Danville residents and restaurateurs Nico and Alice Tzikas are getting closer to expanding their Rancho Cantina concept – familiar to diners in Lamorinda – into their hometown for the first time.
Little Richard tribute coming to Livermore winery
Almost Famous Wine Company in Livermore is hosting award-winning performer Dedrick Weathersby, backed by a six-piece live band, for an intimate and immersive tribute to Little Richard on Friday, “Tutti Frutti: The Musical – The Concert Version”.
DUSD board approves contract for next superintendent Campbell
The Dublin school board approved a one-year employment contract for upcoming superintendent Matt Campbell during last week’s regular meeting.
