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Pleasanton armed robbery victims ‘disappointed’ with how prosecutors quietly settled case
A Pleasanton couple who were robbed at gunpoint outside their home in 2021 said they were disheartened to learn from the Weekly in recent days (because they were never told about it sooner) that the Alameda County DA’s Office actually reduced the charges against two of the suspects to resolve the criminal case last year.
PAL artists’ talents on display in Harrington Gallery
The wide-ranging creativity of Tri-Valley artists is at the heart of the new group exhibition in the Harrington Gallery. Also: Carolyn Lord’s ‘Valley Vernacular’ paintings line Firehouse lobby.
Tri-Valley Foodist: Seasonal hocus pocus thrives at Fat Pigeon bar
For Halloween spirit with a witchy kick, fly on over to the Fat Pigeon bar for crafty cocktails.
Defendant in casino parking lot robberies pleads guilty
A man was sentenced to more than nine years in prison last week as part of a plea deal with state prosecutors to settle a case stemming from a string of robberies in casino parking lots in 2022, including two in Livermore.
Livermore police say ‘hay’ to horses on duty again
Officers on steed will once again ride the streets of Livermore, as the city’s police department reintroduced its Mounted Patrol Unit this month.
Pet of the Week: Keep it Toasty from Tri-Valley Animal Rescue
The color of a toasted marshmallow, Toasty is a very nice boy who just came into the Tri-Valley Animal Rescue foster program. This sweet Chihuahua mix is shy, quiet, housebroken and rarely barks.
City receives statewide award for Horizons Family Counseling program
Livermore won the 2024 Helen Putnam Award for Excellence in Intergovernmental Collaboration at a statewide conference this month for the partnership between its school district and the city-operated Horizons Family Counseling.
Hot Picks
Become a Tax-Aide Volunteer: Tax-Aide is a free income tax preparation and counseling service for people with limited to moderate income, focusing on those 50 and older. Volunteers include certified tax counselors, who prepare tax returns, and client facilitators, who make appointments and assist clients at tax sites. Visit aarpfoundation.org/taxaidevolunteer.
Contract Bridge: This drop-in program at the Pleasanton Senior Center is 1-4 p.m., Thursdays. Drop-in Fees apply $3.00R/$3.50NR. Visit the information desk to sign in.
Back to the Moon and the Stars Beyond: This captivating and educational art exhibit merges space exploration history with modern advancements in astronomy taking visitors on a visual journey through time. Experience this free exhibit at the UNCLE Credit Union Art Gallery at the Bankhead Theater. 1-5 p.m., Thur.-Sun. Through Jan. 5.
Hula Festival & Competition: Hula schools from all over the world will perform with distinguished judges flown in from Hawaii to judge this competition. Experience an assortment of cultural dance, music, food and arts & crafts. Nov. 1-3. Tickets $16-$26. Visit alamedacountyfair.com.
The Sound of Music: This Rodgers & Hammerstein musical is the inspirational story of Maria Augusta Trapp, governess to the seven children of the imperious Captain von Trapp, who brings music and joy to the household. Nov. 1-3; 8-10. Tickets $30. Visit livermorearts.org/
Macbeth at Las Positas: Journey into the heart of ambition, betrayal, and dark magic as Macbeth tells the thrilling story of a courageous warrior who, driven by prophecy and a thirst for power, descends into madness and murder. 7 p.m., Oct. 25-26; Nov. 1-2. 2 p.m., Oct. 27-Nov. 3. Visit lpc.ludus.com/
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