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Balch-Testa dustup overshadows Pleasanton council discussion on utility discount programs
Tensions flared during the Pleasanton City Council meeting as Mayor Jack Balch and Councilmember Julie Testa engaged in a heated exchange that culminated in Balch striking his gavel and calling for a recess before briefly departing from the dais.
4.6-magnitude quake shakes Bay Area
A 4.6-magnitude earthquake struck just over a mile southeast of Berkeley and was felt across the Bay Area early Monday morning, per USGS.
Driver arrested after fatal crash on Altamont Pass
A Stockton man was taken into custody on suspicion of fatal DUI after authorities allege he killed another driver in a crash on Interstate 580 east of Livermore early Sunday morning.
Tri-Valley retirees collect, sew feed bags to raise money for animals
For the founder of Big Bay Ray, a nonprofit that raises money to support rescue horses, donkeys and other animals, community is more than just a noun — to her it’s a verb.
‘SNL’ alum Jon Lovitz performing at Bankhead Theater this week
Get ready for a night of playful piano, witty jokes and possibly some faux opera singing as “Saturday Night Live” legend and movie funnyman Jon Lovitz takes the stage Friday for a night of standup comedy at the Bankhead Theater.
Letters: Polling is wrong gauge | Successful Brilliance | No political letters | Tariff wars are unnecessary | Remembering animal advocate John Burton
“When elected officials override polling and push forward with initiatives that lack clear public backing, it risks eroding trust in local government. Residents expect their voices to be heard — not approximated.”
Lowe’s to pay nearly $1.1M to settle false advertising claims
The big-box chain store Lowe’s Home Improvement agreed to settle a civil consumer protection lawsuit brought by multiple California counties, including the counties of Alameda and Sonoma in the greater Bay Area.
Newsom signs laws to resist Trump’s immigration crackdown, including ban on masks for ICE agents
Gov. Gavin Newsom signed a set of bills meant to check the Trump administration’s aggressive immigration crackdown in California, including measures that limit their access on schools and force them to identify themselves in public.
Hot Picks
Veterans Event: Pleasanton Library hosts the VA Palo Alto Mobile Medical Outreach team to provide veteran benefits review, enroll veterans for care with the VA Palo Alto Health System, answer questions about VA services and provide medical care for enrolled veterans. 9:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m., Sept. 22. 400 Old Bernal Ave.
The Job Club: Join every Monday at noon for The Job Club Power Hour, a supportive, energizing meeting designed for job seekers at any stage of their search. Share ideas, form connections and gain fresh perspectives to keep the job search moving forward. 12 p.m. For zoom link visit livermorechamber.org.
Tri-Valley Cultural Jews Celebrates Rosh Hashanah: Tri-Valley Cultural Jews hosts a Rosh Hashanah celebration on Sept. 22 in Livermore, starting with a 6:30 PM potluck and a 7:30 PM program of music and readings. All are welcome, including families. Suggested $25 donation for non-members. RSVP: CulturalJews@gmail.com or call 925-399-8029.
Free Health Education Classes: These Free Health Education Classes through CityServe are 11:45 a.m.-12:45 p.m., Tuesdays through Sept. 23. Topics includes Good Food, Good Mood, Wellness Beyond Walls, Purpose in Pursuit and more. Livermore Multi Service Center 3311 Рacific Ave.
Bridge at Pleasanton Senior Center: Join for Bridge 12:45-3:45 p.m., Tuesdays & Thursday. Drop-in fees apply $3.00R/$3.50N.
Emergency Preparedness Workshop: Join for a free community workshop to learn essential steps to safeguard one’s home and family in case of an emergency, where topics includes building an emergency kit. 6:30-8 p.m., Sept. 23. City Council Chambers, 200 Old Bernal Ave., Pleasanton.
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