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Tri-Valley school districts ranked in best of state listTwo Tri-Valley school districts, including PUSD, are ranked high up in a recent annual report of districts across California,...
Original post made on Apr. 8, 2023Last comment by Pleasanton Parent, on Apr 12, 2023 at 10:09 pm | 5 comments | 4564 Views
AROUND TOWN
'Fresh Works' at FirehouseA familiar sight for art lovers is back inside the Firehouse Arts Center following a pandemic-induced hiatus -- the 11th...
Original post made on Apr. 12, 2023Last comment by Lynda Briggs, on Apr 12, 2023 at 2:19 pm | 1 comment | 2410 Views
SCHOOLS & KIDS
Foothill golfer reflects on CIF State ChampionshipLast year Foothill High golfer Brandon Knight caught fire at the right time, winning the CIF State Championship by a shot....
Original post made on Apr. 11, 2023Last comment by Ornithology, on Apr 11, 2023 at 9:03 pm | 1 comment | 1294 Views
CRIMES & INCIDENTS
Alameda County DA Price seeks to disqualify judge who denied plea bargain in triple slayingAlameda County District Attorney Pamela Price is seeking to have Judge Mark McCannon disqualified from hearing any criminal...
Original post made on Apr. 7, 2023Last comment by Willy, on Apr 11, 2023 at 9:07 am | 4 comments | 4031 Views
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2023 State of the CityMore than 300 city employees, company sponsors and Pleasanton residents attended Mayor Karla Brown's 2023 State of the City...
Original post made on Apr. 7, 2023Last comment by Kathleen Ruegsegger, on Apr 9, 2023 at 4:16 pm | 11 comments | 3158 Views
AROUND TOWN
Easter Walkthrough - Depicts the Holy WeekEnjoy an Easter Walkthrough, an immersive display of murals, art, scripture, and song depicting the Holy Week. The display...
Original post made by Ken mano on Apr. 8, 2023There are no comments yet. 235 Views
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Nonprofit Alliance's 'Race, Power and Poverty' talk spotlights wealth gaps in Tri-ValleyTri-Valley officials, nonprofit leaders, and corporate and private foundations recently gathered for a discussion about "Race,...
Original post made on Apr. 6, 2023Last comment by Karl A, on Apr 7, 2023 at 6:04 pm | 7 comments | 2534 Views
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, 2023Last comment by Monday, on Apr 6, 2023 at 6:45 pm | 2 comments | 3969 Views
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Gov. Gavin Newsom signs watered-down oil profit penalty into lawGov. Gavin Newsom signs an oil profits penalty plan that is supposed to keep California gas prices under control. The oil...
Original post made on Apr. 4, 2023Last comment by Karl A, on Apr 5, 2023 at 5:24 pm | 4 comments | 1343 Views
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Dozens gather for vigil and rally at Santa Rita JailCommunity organizers, faith groups, and friends and family of the steady stream of dead inmates in the county jail gathered...
Original post made on Apr. 4, 2023Last comment by Pton Resident, on Apr 4, 2023 at 9:34 am | 1 comment | 3263 Views
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Swalwell joins others to reintroduce ‘air rage’ billTri-Valley Rep. Eric Swalwell (D-Livermore) joined two fellow lawmakers in a press conference this week to reintroduce legislation...
Original post made on Apr. 2, 2023Last comment by John, on Apr 3, 2023 at 8:25 pm | 4 comments | 2047 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 keeknlinda, on Apr 1, 2023 at 7:06 pm | 9 comments | 5726 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 | 3440 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 | 1519 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 | 5980 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. 2540 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 | 3421 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 | 4351 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 | 3138 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 | 2831 Views
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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.
