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Pleasanton council approves changes to city code to streamline permitting process

The Pleasanton City Council unanimously approved several changes to the city’s municipal codes, which staff said will not only save them time when it comes to reviewing development and building projects, but would also streamline the entire permitting process.

A parade for the season: Pleasanton’s Hometown Holiday Celebration draws festive crowd downtown

The Pleasanton community celebrated the joy of the season at the 2025 Hometown Holiday Parade and Tree Lighting Ceremony on a crisp evening downtown Saturday. Enjoy this collection from Weekly photographer Chuck Deckert.

LARPD board begins to mull future of Camp Shelly ahead of expiring lease

The Livermore Area Recreation and Park District is not pulling out of its campground located near the south shore of Lake Tahoe, the agency’s Board of Directors confirmed Dec. 3 during a special meeting — an explicit correction to circulating rumors.

DUSD reveals budgeting error of over $3 million 

The Dublin Unified School District revealed last week a budgeting error of $3.6 million, contributing to an updated reduction target of approximately $8.4 million for next school year.

Cal State East Bay gets record $50 million from Mackenzie Scott

California State University, East Bay was given a $50 million donation from philanthropist MacKenzie Scott, the university said in a statement Thursday.

Take Us Along: Saying goodbye to summer

Brian Vicente and Dana Haley-Vicente brought the Pleasanton Weekly to Monterey Bay on their last trip of the summer.

San Francisco novelist hosting book launch event in Danville

A few years ago, author Meg Donohue became what she calls a “hobbyist gardener,” turning to her small urban garden in San Francisco for a little entertainment–if not something a bit more challenging.

Hot Picks

Craft ShowThe Pleasanton Hacienda Mobile Home Park Craft Show is 3-7 p.m., Dec. 9. 3231 Vineyard Ave., Pleasanton, Club House.

Livermore Valley Joint Unified School DistrictRegular meetings begin at 6 p.m. in the Boardroom at the District Office, 685 East Jack London Blvd. The next meeting is Dec. 9. Visit livermoreschools.org.

Human Services Commission MeetingThe next Livermore Human Services Commission Meeting is 7 p.m., Dec. 9. Civic Center Meeting Hall, 1016 S. Livermore Ave. Visit livermoreca.gov.

Sole Mates Walking GroupThis free walking group at the Pleasanton Senior Center is 8:45-10 a.m., Wednesdays.

Livermore High School Holiday ConcertSpend an evening listening to festive holiday music featuring LHS orchestras, percussion ensemble and bands. Admission free with donations to Livermore Music, the LHS Music Boosters, much appreciated. 6-10 p.m., Dec. 10. LHS Theater.

Stocking Stuffer DonationsStockings filled with small toys, treats, or essentials for children, teens and adults or gift cards from Safeway, Grocery Outlet, Walmart and Target can be dropped off 9 a.m.-5 p.m., Mon.-Fri., Tri-Valley Haven 3663 Pacific Ave., Livermore. Now until Dec. 10.


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Cierra is a Livermore native who started her journalism career as an intern and later staff reporter for the Pleasanton Weekly after graduating from CSU Monterey Bay with a bachelor's degree in journalism...