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CRIMES & INCIDENTS
Tri-Valley law enforcement strives to drive out catalytic converter theftCalifornia reported the most catalytic converter thefts in 2021, accounting for 37% of all catalytic converter thefts throughout...
Original post made on Apr. 1, 2023There are no comments yet. 1051 Views
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Meet Pleasanton's 2023 Ambassadog: Stella JamesBefore last week, Stella James was just a butter-loving 4-year-old terrier mix who enjoys going on walks, sleeping in later...
Original post made on Mar. 30, 2023Last comment by Pton Resident, on Mar 30, 2023 at 8:58 pm | 1 comment | 1184 Views
SPORTS
An unpredictable boys' volleyball seasonLooking at the first half of the EBAL boys' volleyball spring season, it is indeed unpredictable. This week Dennis Miller...
Original post made on Mar. 28, 2023Last comment by Jon, on Mar 28, 2023 at 4:15 pm | 1 comment | 478 Views
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City Council approves 360-unit multi-family development at Stoneridge Shopping CenterAfter nearly a decade of planning, the Pleasanton City Council unanimously approved a 360-unit multi-family housing project...
Original post made on Mar. 27, 2023Last comment by Jimmy The Jet, on Mar 28, 2023 at 3:55 pm | 3 comments | 3234 Views
SPORTS
Pleasanton school board to finalize plans for elementary, middle school boundary adjustmentsThe Pleasanton school board will be looking to approve one of three different elementary school boundary adjustment scenarios...
Original post made on Mar. 28, 2023There are no comments yet. 1886 Views
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Around the Valley: From illogical to absurdYet another asinine decision was made by the Pleasanton City Council majority when it voted March 7 to defund Leadership...
Original post made on Mar. 23, 2023Last comment by ParentofTeen, on Mar 27, 2023 at 8:13 pm | 8 comments | 3831 Views
SCHOOLS & KIDS
PUSD Superintendent Haglund highlights accomplishments, obstacles in State of the District speechSuperintendent David Haglund delivered the 4th annual State of the District speech where he spoke about students struggling...
Original post made on Mar. 13, 2023Last comment by Jimmy The Jet, on Mar 23, 2023 at 7:45 am | 7 comments | 2943 Views
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Pleasanton PD's Lt. Sarasua hired as police chief in PacificaPleasanton police Lt. Maria Sarasua will make local history for the Pacifica Police Department next month when she takes...
Original post made on Mar. 21, 2023Last comment by Jamie, on Mar 21, 2023 at 8:05 pm | 2 comments | 3085 Views
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Dublin students launch support app for teenage substance abuseTwo Dublin High School students have launched an online platform that provides support for teenagers who may be struggling...
Original post made on Mar. 21, 2023Last comment by Joe V, on Mar 21, 2023 at 12:00 pm | 1 comment | 2263 Views
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City Council votes to end financial sponsorship for Leadership Pleasanton programThe Pleasanton City Council voted last week to stop the city's financial support of the Leadership Pleasanton program and...
Original post made on Mar. 15, 2023Last comment by PtownRes, on Mar 21, 2023 at 9:13 am | 3 comments | 2324 Views
AROUND TOWN
Renee Duan earns Eagle Scout AwardRenee Duan has qualified to become an Eagle Scout, her Court of Honor will be held on April 30, 2023. Renee is the daughter...
Original post made by Ken mano on Mar. 19, 2023There are no comments yet. 497 Views
AROUND TOWN
Congratulations to the Pleasanton Military Families, 20 Years!Congratulations to the Pleasanton Military Families, 20 Years! Community turns out to support our troops Pleasanton Military...
Original post made by Ken mano on Mar. 18, 2023There are no comments yet. 353 Views
SPORTS
Pleasanton Preps: Amador wrestling coach Chubb's status for next season still up in the airOne week after we found out about the controversy regarding whether Amador Valley wrestling coach Travis Chubb would be rehired...
Original post made on Mar. 15, 2023Last comment by JSmith, on Mar 15, 2023 at 9:05 pm | 2 comments | 3888 Views
AROUND TOWN
Our tree was one that came down in the StormWhat a surprise, to come home to my huge tree across the road on Mohr Ave. Our neighbor called the city and was told...
Original post made by Ken mano on Mar. 15, 2023There are no comments yet. 598 Views
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New cost estimate for high-speed rail puts California bullet train $100 billion in the redA new High-Speed Rail Authority report projects costs for the initial segment at $35 billion, which exceeds secured funding...
Original post made on Mar. 15, 2023Last comment by Barbara Costello, on Mar 15, 2023 at 9:30 am | 1 comment | 6828 Views
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County reopens one lane of Stanley Boulevard eastbound after major trail erosionStanley Boulevard now has one eastbound lane reopened to vehicular traffic after both lanes were closed for more than a day...
Original post made on Mar. 13, 2023Last comment by keeknlinda, on Mar 14, 2023 at 11:51 am | 3 comments | 16396 Views
SCHOOLS & KIDS
Pleasanton teachers plead with district to reopen contract negotiations on compensationAfter a month of teachers pleading with officials during public meetings, the Pleasanton Unified School District and the...
Original post made on Mar. 7, 2023Last comment by Kathleen Ruegsegger, on Mar 14, 2023 at 7:52 am | 27 comments | 5555 Views
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Instruments of hopeWhen longtime Pleasanton resident and guitar luthier George Bowen was diagnosed with ALS last year, he said he couldn't just...
Original post made on Feb. 24, 2023Last comment by Another fact checker, on Mar 13, 2023 at 1:53 pm | 3 comments | 3704 Views
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Bank run sinks Silicon Valley BankA run on a Bay Area bank with billions in deposits prompted state regulators to close it Friday, according to court documents. Read...
Original post made on Mar. 13, 2023Last comment by Rich Buckley, on Mar 13, 2023 at 12:46 pm | 1 comment | 1955 Views
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Silicon Valley offices less empty than other regionsIn the wake of the pandemic, Silicon Valley is faring better than other nearby areas when it comes to office vacancies. But...
Original post made on Mar. 10, 2023Last comment by Rich Buckley, on Mar 10, 2023 at 1:27 pm | 1 comment | 1673 Views
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2023 guide to summer camps
Looking for something for the kids to do this summer, learn something new and have fun? The Summer Camp Guide features local camps for all ages and interests.