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Pleasanton Starbucks workers vote to unionizeBaristas at the downtown Pleasanton Starbucks are the latest to gain union representation, with an 8-4 vote now finalized...
Original post made on Apr. 13, 2023Last comment by Mr. Percy, on Apr 18, 2023 at 9:30 am | 10 comments | 6115 Views
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Caregiver Resource FairWe invite family and friends who are caring for older adults 60+ to come discover local resources to support your journey!...
Original post made by CityServe of the Sri-Valley on Apr. 14, 2023There are no comments yet. 446 Views
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Around the Valley: Holiday Fund raises over $83,000 to benefit nonprofitsEvery November we ask readers to contribute to the annual Holiday Fund, a giving campaign that benefits nonprofit organizations...
Original post made on Apr. 14, 2023Last comment by Melanie Sadek, on Apr 14, 2023 at 9:13 am | 1 comment | 3480 Views
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'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 | 3137 Views
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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. 504 Views
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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. 916 Views
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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. 762 Views
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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. 994 Views
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Guest Opinion: Overdevelopment in West PleasantonIt would be bad enough if the impacts of this growth -- traffic, air pollution and quality of life -- were spread equitably...
Original post made on Mar. 4, 2023Last comment by Longtime Resident, on Mar 10, 2023 at 8:10 am | 6 comments | 5029 Views
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Starbucks workers file petition to unionize downtown Pleasanton storeWorkers at the downtown Pleasanton Starbucks store are trying to unionize. They want to join the Starbucks Workers United...
Original post made on Mar. 4, 2023Last comment by Pleasanton Parent, on Mar 9, 2023 at 9:39 pm | 10 comments | 6720 Views
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Special Olympics Basketball Tournament held in PleasantonLocal T-RADD teams receive gold & bronze medals On Saturday, March 4, 300 Special Olympics athletes arrived in Pleasanton...
Original post made by Ken mano on Mar. 5, 2023There are no comments yet. 540 Views
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Guest Opinion -- Shadow Cliffs: A microcosm of California's water complexitiesShadow Cliffs Lake is an example of California's challenges in managing water resources. Our state is affected by long-term...
Original post made on Jan. 26, 2023Last comment by Mike Bobosky, on Mar 2, 2023 at 1:19 pm | 3 comments | 4910 Views
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Special Olympics Basketball Tournament – Needs VolunteersSpecial Olympics Basketball Tournament – Needs Volunteers Saturday, March 4, 2023 at 3 Pleasanton schools. Families and...
Original post made by Ken mano on Feb. 28, 2023There are no comments yet. 734 Views
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Amador Valley Sophomore publishes his 3rd bookSanjay Ravishankar, a sophomore at Amador Valley High School, is quickly making a name for himself in the literary world...
Original post made by Shyam K on Feb. 25, 2023Last comment by Kelly French, on Feb 28, 2023 at 11:44 am | 1 comment | 1144 Views
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Book Drive for Children in SamoaBook Drive for Children in Samoa Rheumatic heart disease is an ailment which is common among Samoan children. It is easily...
Original post made by Ken mano on Feb. 24, 2023There are no comments yet. 882 Views
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Late former Livermore mayor Dale Turner loved city 'with all his heart'Dale Turner, Livermore's first directly elected mayor who became affectionately known around town as "Mr. Mayor" well after...
Original post made on Feb. 14, 2023There are no comments yet. 2475 Views
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Guest Opinion -- Fading but not lost: Pleasanton's competitive edgeI grew up in Pleasanton, intrinsically aware of the bubble I was able to call home. Unfortunately, this suburban utopia,...
Original post made on Feb. 7, 2023Last comment by PTown Player, on Feb 9, 2023 at 4:31 am | 11 comments | 4638 Views
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Police, ranchers catch cow on the loose in PleasantonPleasanton police found themselves dealing with an 'udderly amoosing' situation near downtown on Wednesday evening -- although...
Original post made on Feb. 4, 2023Last comment by Jeremy Walsh, editorial director, on Feb 7, 2023 at 3:13 pm | 3 comments | 4198 Views
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2023 Alameda County Wine Competition - Entries OpenEntries are OPEN for the 2023 Alameda County Wine Competition and Zin Challenge & Sauvignon Blanc Summit Wine Competitions...
Original post made by Patty Cuellar on Feb. 7, 2023There are no comments yet. 724 Views
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Community comes together to help cleanup Sunol Glen SchoolSunol Glen School was inundated with flood water during the recent California storms, damage was to the grounds and three...
Original post made by Ken mano on Feb. 7, 2023There are no comments yet. 785 Views
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