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What a Week: A stroll in downtown PleasantonWith Pleasanton entering the red tier last week, I was curious to know how the first few days would look downtown. Here are...
Original post made on Mar. 19, 2021Last comment by Claudette McDermott, on Mar 22, 2021 at 12:50 pm | 2 comments | 5353 Views
AROUND TOWN
Community Drive-Thru Easter Egg Hunt & Holy week CelebrationChildren and families in the Tri-Valley are invited to a Community Drive-Through Easter Egg Hunt and Holy Week celebration...
Original post made by Ken mano on Mar. 21, 2021There are no comments yet. 498 Views
STATE, NATIONAL, INTERNATIONAL
LettersRead the full story here https://www.pleasantonweekly.com/print/story/2021/03/12/letters posted Friday, March 12, 2021,...
Original post made on Mar. 16, 2021Last comment by Rich, on Mar 19, 2021 at 9:10 pm | 6 comments | 787 Views
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Livermore: Details emerge about crash that killed bicyclist on Stanley BoulevardA Livermore woman died at a local hospital hours after being hit by a gravel truck while trying to ride across an intersection...
Original post made on Dec. 29, 2020Last comment by Tim, on Mar 19, 2021 at 3:39 pm | 11 comments | 12643 Views
CRIMES & INCIDENTS
Police: No criminal charges in crash that killed Livermore cyclist on Stanley Blvd.Livermore police recently completed their investigation into a traffic collision on Stanley Boulevard in which a bicyclist...
Original post made on Mar. 19, 2021Last comment by Tim, on Mar 19, 2021 at 3:25 pm | 1 comment | 2576 Views
CRIMES & INCIDENTS
Pleasanton: Triple-fatal Christmas crash spurs multiple legal actionsThe school and Dublin community at-large mourned together in what seemed at the time like a very public grieving process...
Original post made on Mar. 17, 2021Last comment by Shawn, on Mar 19, 2021 at 9:39 am | 3 comments | 7449 Views
SCHOOLS & KIDS
Alameda County advances into state's red tierAlameda County is moving into state's COVID-19 red tier, clearing the way for indoor dining, movie theaters, gyms to reopen...
Original post made on Mar. 10, 2021Last comment by Gina Channell, Publisher, on Mar 17, 2021 at 10:46 am | 16 comments | 6367 Views
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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 | 3226 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. 2373 Views
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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. 173 Views
COMMENTS ON STORIES
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 | 3676 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 | 3380 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 | 6436 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 | 3028 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 | 4505 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 | 4298 Views
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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 | 2756 Views
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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 | 2448 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 | 2766 Views
COMMENTS ON STORIES
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 | 2742 Views
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The Readers' Choice ballot is here
It's time to decide what local business is worthy of the title "Pleasanton Weekly Readers' Choice" — and you get to decide! Cast your ballot online. Voting ends May 16. Stay tuned for the results in the June 25 issue of the Pleasanton Weekly.
