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.
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.
Pleasanton council to consider Asset Management Plan, raise for city manager
The Pleasanton City Council will hear an update Tuesday on the progress to create the city’s first-ever Asset Management Plan. A 3% raise for the city manager and city attorney, the railroad quiet zone project and grants for Tri-Valley Haven’s shelter are among consent highlights.
Take Us Along: In Bruges
PUSD Trustee Mary Jo Carreon poses with the Weekly in front of one of the many canals and bridges in Bruges, Belgium in summer 2025.
‘Very bizarre behavior’: Other complaints against ex-Amador principal alleged pattern of unprofessional conduct
Newly released documents from investigations into now-former Amador Valley High School principal Jonathan Fey reveal…
County accepting nominations for 2026 Women’s Hall of Fame
The Alameda County Women’s Hall of Fame, which honors women whose “leadership, innovation, and service have strengthened Alameda County’s diverse communities” is currently accepting inductee…
Pleasanton nonprofits collaborate on transforming downtown into holiday destination
The PDA and PAL recently teamed up to decorate empty storefront windows along Main Street with holiday-themed paintings, an effort that both nonprofits said should…


