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Pleasanton council to consider appealing potential regional housing allocationAn opportunity to appeal Pleasanton's current estimated regional housing needs allocation (RHNA) is set be explored by the...
Original post made on Mar. 16, 2021Last comment by PLSN Resident, on Mar 16, 2021 at 2:40 pm | 1 comment | 4475 Views
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Bay Area health officers emphasize safety of all three available COVID-19 vaccinesHealth officers in 10 counties in the greater Bay Area on Monday emphasized the safety of the three available COVID-19 vaccines...
Original post made on Mar. 16, 2021There are no comments yet. 3242 Views
AROUND TOWN
Join in EarthWeek Tri-Valley 2021!The 51st Anniversary of EarthDay is approaching on April 22. We hope to include you and your organization in this year's...
Original post made by Ann Brown on Mar. 16, 2021There are no comments yet. 743 Views
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Authorities identify subject, officer from Danville police shootingTwo days after a police shooting in Danville, authorities have ID'd the man who remains in critical condition with a gunshot...
Original post made on Mar. 15, 2021Last comment by Jake Waters, on Mar 15, 2021 at 8:53 am | 1 comment | 5328 Views
SCHOOLS & KIDS
Pleasanton Unified cites pandemic for enrollment dropEnrollment trends and changes in Pleasanton Unified School District will be a main topic of discussion at the Board of Trustees...
Original post made on Mar. 11, 2021Last comment by DKHSK, on Mar 15, 2021 at 5:06 am | 3 comments | 4893 Views
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10x Genomics unveils plans for corporate expansion in PleasantonLocal biotech company 10x Genomics is expanding its footprint in Pleasanton by leasing a second building in the same complex...
Original post made on Mar. 10, 2021Last comment by Flightops, on Mar 13, 2021 at 5:38 pm | 4 comments | 10154 Views
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Valley Views: Cookies for a causeSara and Mateo Molina spend each weekend in their kitchen baking their mother's famous cookie recipe, which they deliver...
Original post made on Mar. 12, 2021Last comment by Diane, on Mar 12, 2021 at 11:53 am | 1 comment | 4321 Views
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Swalwell sues Trump, allies over Jan. 6 Capitol riotLocal U.S. Rep. Eric Swalwell has sued former President Donald Trump, his son and two allies in federal court, alleging their...
Original post made on Mar. 8, 2021Last comment by DKHSK, on Mar 10, 2021 at 8:54 pm | 26 comments | 6610 Views
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Livermore: County supervisors approve Aramis solar project after marathon appeal hearingThe Alameda County Board of Supervisors unanimously approved the contentious Aramis solar energy project planned for north...
Original post made on Mar. 8, 2021Last comment by Vicki Cunniffe, on Mar 8, 2021 at 1:06 pm | 2 comments | 6209 Views
AROUND TOWN
Dublin, Livermore among 8 Goodwill stores closing due to pandemicGoodwill Industries of the Greater East Bay on Friday announced the closure of eight retail stores in Alameda, Contra Costa...
Original post made on Mar. 8, 2021Last comment by Becky, on Mar 8, 2021 at 10:01 am | 1 comment | 4904 Views
AROUND TOWN
What a Week: New voice to lead East Bay ParksNew leadership is coming to the East Bay Regional Park District, and she's a heavy hitter from Bay Area city government administration:...
Original post made on Mar. 5, 2021Last comment by Pleasanton Parent, on Mar 5, 2021 at 12:49 pm | 2 comments | 3854 Views
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County honors Livermore veteran, founder of food aid nonprofitRonald Forbes, a Livermore resident and U.S. Army veteran, is working to give back to his community in a new way -- by coordinating...
Original post made on Mar. 4, 2021Last comment by Erika, on Mar 5, 2021 at 11:27 am | 3 comments | 4795 Views
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Pleasanton council OKs funding to join mental health pilot projectTo expand access and services for mental health care in the Tri-Valley, the Pleasanton City Council unanimously approved...
Original post made on Mar. 4, 2021Last comment by Becky Dennis, on Mar 5, 2021 at 10:03 am | 3 comments | 4318 Views
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Pleasanton teacher's statements on in-person learning upset parentsA group of Pleasanton parents are upset after an unidentified teacher was heard in a recorded Zoom class session last week...
Original post made on Mar. 3, 2021Last comment by Pleasanton Parent, on Mar 4, 2021 at 12:08 am | 4 comments | 5013 Views
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Newsom, lawmakers agree to $600 stimulus checks plus boost for undocumented workersCalifornia has worked out a plan to provide more cash for struggling residents, particularly undocumented families left out...
Original post made on Feb. 18, 2021Last comment by Pleasanton Parent, on Mar 3, 2021 at 11:57 pm | 10 comments | 3125 Views
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California's new COVID-19 vaccine system underwayAll California counties started playing by the same rulebook on Monday, when Blue Shield takes over the distribution of vaccines...
Original post made on Mar. 3, 2021Last comment by José Jiménez, on Mar 3, 2021 at 9:51 am | 1 comment | 3744 Views
STATE, NATIONAL, INTERNATIONAL
Pleasanton Preps: Remembering my friend, Scott KinneyThis is one of those things that sets the Kinney family apart. They decided not to hide from the moment. They wanted the...
Original post made on Mar. 1, 2021Last comment by Robert, on Mar 2, 2021 at 7:59 pm | 5 comments | 20427 Views
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Pleasanton school board approves temporary grading policyRecognizing the impact of isolation on students during the pandemic, Pleasanton Unified School District is temporarily expanding...
Original post made on Mar. 1, 2021Last comment by Michael Austin , on Mar 2, 2021 at 7:58 am | 3 comments | 3741 Views
STATE, NATIONAL, INTERNATIONAL
Funding for Alzheimer'sThe COVID-19 pandemic has highlighted the miraculous power of prioritizing the funding of medical research. Without such...
Original post made by Nick W on Mar. 1, 2021There are no comments yet. 849 Views
AROUND TOWN
Boarded-up building heavily damaged in Livermore fireA vacant commercial building on the edge of downtown Livermore is likely a total loss after being severely damaged in a fire...
Original post made on Mar. 1, 2021Last comment by Becky, on Mar 1, 2021 at 11:37 am | 2 comments | 4654 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.
