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State deems Pleasanton's latest Housing Element to be non-compliantPleasanton's 2023-31 Housing Element is back under review as city staff are now working to address comments the city received...
Original post made on Apr. 18, 2023Last comment by Pleasanton Parent, on Apr 19, 2023 at 7:32 pm | 5 comments | 3423 Views
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Pleasanton council to vote on adopting water shortage declarationThe Pleasanton City Council is set to discuss a resolution Tuesday that would declare a water shortage due to the city's...
Original post made on Apr. 18, 2023Last comment by PtownRes, on Apr 18, 2023 at 6:23 pm | 4 comments | 3080 Views
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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 | 4992 Views
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How schools teach reading matters more than student's family income or English proficiency, report suggestsSome districts with substantial numbers of low-income Latino students vastly outperform others when it comes to reading and...
Original post made on Apr. 17, 2023Last comment by Kathleen Ruegsegger, on Apr 17, 2023 at 3:48 pm | 2 comments | 2666 Views
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PUSD's ongoing makeoverAs PUSD gets ready to address several key projects under Measure I, it's important to take a look at all the projects that...
Original post made on Apr. 13, 2023Last comment by Kathleen Ruegsegger, on Apr 14, 2023 at 12:52 pm | 2 comments | 2338 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. 216 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 | 2731 Views
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Alameda County forms commission to look at reparations for Black residentsThe Alameda County Board of Supervisors has approved the formation of a commission that will create an action plan to address...
Original post made on Apr. 4, 2023Last comment by Former PTown Resident, on Apr 13, 2023 at 10:02 am | 4 comments | 6404 Views
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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 | 4594 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 | 2457 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 | 1307 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 | 4099 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 | 3177 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. 242 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 | 2556 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 | 3990 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 | 1376 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 | 3299 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 | 2060 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 | 5774 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.
