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A’s sign Piscotty to minor-league deal
The Oakland Athletics have brought Pleasanton native Stephen Piscotty back into their organization, inking the free agent outfielder this month to a minor-league contract with an invitation to spring training.
PUSD board set to review layoffs amid difficult budget discussions
The Pleasanton school board will be voting on a number of resolutions that will reduce several certificated and classified positions in the district during Thursday’s regular meeting.
Patisserie by Simone brings French-inspired desserts to Livermore
Pastry chef and Pleasanton resident Simone Baltzelle’s dream of opening her own patisserie came to fruition thanks to her own dedication and perseverance as well as support from family, friends, neighbors and the community at large.
Great Gus available via Tri-Valley Animal Rescue
Gus is one of the sweetest dogs Tri-Valley Animal Rescue volunteers have ever met! He loves to snuggle with his foster family, ask for belly rubs and he’ll give you his paw.

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10 DELICIOUS DAYS THROUGHOUT THE TRI-VALLEY
Taste Tri-Valley Restaurant Week is an annual celebration highlighting the diverse culinary scene of the Tri-Valley. Enjoy 10 delicious days of special events, unique menu offerings, and exclusive deals. Sign up to see what’s cooking and view our participating restaurants and wineries. > LEARN MORE
Caltrans closing Niles Canyon Road west of Sunol until at least Friday amid erosion
Caltrans officials have confirmed that a major stretch of Highway 84, also known as Niles Canyon Road, will be fully closed between Sunol and Fremont until at least Friday following the roadway erosion that occurred amid the Presidents Day weekend rainstorms.
Much ado over ADUs: How accessory dwelling units are giving rise to new cities of longevity
One solution may lie in accessory dwelling units, or ADUs, which are playing a bigger role in the lives of seniors and their adult children in California.
Wherefore art thou pizza? Pleasanton restaurant ranked among nation’s best
Kira and her husband Mark Zabrowski opened Much Ado About Pizza in Pleasanton in the summer of 2022 – not even two years later the eatery was placed on Yelp’s 2024 Top 100 restaurants in the United States.
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Pleasanton Unified School District
Regular Board meetings of the Pleasanton Unified School District are scheduled the second and fourth Thursday of each month and are open to the public. The next meeting is 6 p.m., Feb 22. Visit pleasantonusd.net/
Livermore Library Board of Trustees
The next Livermore Library Board of Trustees meeting is 7 p.m., Feb 22. Civic Center Meeting Hall, 1016 S. Livermore Ave. Visit livermoreca.gov/
Pleasanton Pedalers at the Senior Center
Pleasanton Pedalers Cycling is Tuesdays and Thursdays, 8:30 a.m.-12 p.m., at the Pleasanton Senior Center.
Bankhead Presents International Guitar Night
Be mesmerized by the stunning musicianship and artistry of these virtuosos as they showcase their unique styles and techniques through solos along with special duets and collaborations with the entire quartet. 8 p.m., Feb. 23. Tickets $35-$65. Visit livermorearts.org./
Woodshop at the Pleasanton Senior Center
Use their tools and equipment to complete a project while an experienced woodshop monitor is there to help and guide. Must bring your own wood and pass a safety test before using equipment. 9 a.m.-12 p.m., Monday, Wednesday-Friday. $5.75R/$6.75NR.
Livermore Library Haiku Contest
The Livermore Public Library will celebrate National Haiku Writing Month in February by holding a contest from Feb. 1-Feb. 29 open to participants of all ages. Write a haiku about the Livermore Public Library and e-mail name, age, and haiku(s) to beangelo@livermoreca.gov with the subject line: Library Haiku Contest. Submissions must be received by 9 p.m., Feb. 29.
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