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ShopConsciously offers ethically sourced, unique gifts at Pleasanton’s first self-serve store
If you’ve ever walked down Main Street in downtown Pleasanton, chances are you’ve passed by ShopConsciously, an artisanal gift store that sells ethically sourced products such as bags made from recycled bottles by women in Kenya, Africa.
Gulf Gas Station signage debate comes to an end following council approval
The contentious debate over new signage at the Gulf Gas Station on the corner of First Street and Vineyard Avenue came to a close last month after the Pleasanton City Council approved the latest modifications made to the gas station’s canopy and monument sign.
Vehicle falls off tow truck, ends up on BART tracks
A vehicle fell off of a tow truck and onto BART train tracks in Castro Valley following a crash on Interstate 580 yesterday afternoon, snarling traffic for commuters on the highway and stopping train service for hours.
Pleasanton Preps: Amador boys’ soccer posts wins at all three levels
The Amador Valley boys’ soccer program saw wins for all three levels last week. The varsity got an early goal from Jonas Lyions off an assist from Matthew Sun, then the Amador defense made the goal stand up as the team earned the 1-0 win.

County project to cut red tape from housing production moves forward with Oakland-based architectural firm
Alameda County’s effort to cut red tape from housing production took a step forward recently with the selection of an Oakland-based architectural firm to spearhead part of the project.
AvalonBay acquires over five acres in Bishop Ranch for housing project
Developer AvalonBay Communities recently purchased a 5.7-acre site within Bishop Ranch in San Ramon for the construction of a new 456-unit apartment project.
EBRPD expands future parkland with 190-acre acquisition
East Bay Parks has announced that it added about 190 acres of new parkland next to Thurgood Marshall Regional Park, Home of the Port Chicago 50, strengthening open space protection and future park connectivity in eastern Contra Costa County.

Hot Picks
Sole Mates Walking Group: This free walking group at the Pleasanton Senior Center is 8:45-10 a.m., Wednesdays.
Tri-Valley Haven Holiday Program: Tri-Valley Haven’s Annual Holiday Program is now accepting donations to help make this holiday season brighter for those in need. $25 gift cards from Safeway or Walmart or festive stockings filled with gifts. Drop off 9 a.m.-5 p.m., Monday-Friday, 3663 Pacific Ave., Livermore.
Business After Hours Mixer: The Livermore Valley Chamber of Commerce Business After Hours Mixer is 4:30-6:30 p.m., the third Wednesday of each month. For more information visit livermorechamber.org.
Sunol Menorah Lighting: The third annual menorah lighting of Sunol’s menorah with dignitaries, refreshments, joy and spirit. Open to the public. Sunol Community Park. 5:30 p.m., Dec. 18.
Chorus Eclectic – Gnome for the Holidays: Join Chorus Eclectic as they bring these legendary characters to life through music with familiar favorites alongside fresh, imaginative arrangements. 7 p.m., Dec. 18. Tickets $30. Visit firehousearts.org.
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