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Alameda County reports first death related to coronavirusThe Alameda County Public Health Department on Monday announced the county's first death caused by the novel coronavirus. Read...
Original post made on Mar. 24, 2020There are no comments yet. 4559 Views
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REACH for opportunitiesPurchasing one house represents a major milestone for any organization focused on offering affordable, living opportunities...
Original post made on Oct. 18, 2019Last comment by Norm Guest, on Oct 18, 2019 at 2:09 pm | 2 comments | 4528 Views
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Livermore: Protest calls for end to nuclear weapons on 75th anniversary of Hiroshima bombingBay Area nuclear war protesters held their annual rally at Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory virtually on Thursday,...
Original post made on Aug. 7, 2020Last comment by Rich Buckley, on Aug 7, 2020 at 10:13 am | 1 comment | 4433 Views
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Staying Healthy: Tri-Valley's 24-hour Relay for LifeThe American Cancer Society's Relay for Life of Tri-Valley on June 22-23 is a 24-hour event -- held round the clock to recognize...
Original post made on Jun. 6, 2019Last comment by Pam Cappel, on Jun 9, 2019 at 11:37 am | 2 comments | 4403 Views
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SRVUSD Board of Education candidates debate ahead of Nov. 3 electionCandidates for the SRVUSD squared off during an online election forum Wednesday evening, taking time to debate over the policies...
Original post made on Dec. 11, 2020There are no comments yet. 4318 Views
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Livermore teen heads to CannesSarah Whalen is all about the film world. But you won't find the Livermore 17-year-old assuming different character roles...
Original post made on Jul. 10, 2018Last comment by Eva G, on Jul 10, 2018 at 10:51 am | 1 comment | 4217 Views
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CHP: Woman dies after car goes down ravine off I-580A woman died after a car went off of westbound Interstate 580 and down a ravine Wednesday afternoon in eastern Alameda County...
Original post made on Jan. 24, 2019There are no comments yet. 4201 Views
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Harry Potter Readers Show Advanced Cognitive and Argumentative Skills“Harry Potter” fans already have in common their ability to rattle off obscure trivia like character Ron Weasley’s...
Original post made by Zoilo Versailles on Aug. 18, 2013Last comment by Zoillo Versailles, on Aug 19, 2013 at 1:42 pm | 5 comments | 4115 Views
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PDA to host special events day before Super BowlThe Pleasanton Downtown Association is sponsoring special events Feb. 6 in recognition of Super Bowl Sunday the following...
Original post made on Jan. 26, 2016Last comment by Sports, on Jan 27, 2016 at 8:49 am | 3 comments | 3983 Views
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Friends of Pleasanton Library hosting spring book saleThe Friends of the Pleasanton Library is holding its spring book sale this weekend at the library on Old Bernal Avenue. Read...
Original post made on Mar. 23, 2017Last comment by Rick, on Mar 23, 2017 at 5:46 am | 1 comment | 3923 Views
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Cities confirm new contract with LPFD firefightersLivermore-Pleasanton union firefighters have a new contract in place with the two cities, as both city councils have given...
Original post made on Jan. 24, 2019There are no comments yet. 3915 Views
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Pleasanton Preps: Falcons start water polo seasons out with strong winsThe Foothill varsity water polo teams opened their seasons with impressive wins last week, with the boys averaging 15 goals...
Original post made on Sep. 13, 2017Last comment by ValVistaMom, on Sep 14, 2017 at 8:38 am | 2 comments | 3909 Views
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Spring concert by Pleasanton Community Concert Band set for today at Firehouse Arts CenterThe Pleasanton Community Concert Band is set to perform an eclectic mix at its Spring Concert being held at 2 p.m. Sunday...
Original post made on Apr. 11, 2016Last comment by Marion Stearns, on Apr 11, 2016 at 1:51 pm | 2 comments | 3884 Views
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Zone 7 hikes its new fiscal year budget by $7.6 millionZone 7 Water Agency's board of directors have approved a $124.2-million budget for the coming fiscal year, a $7.6 million...
Original post made on Jun. 18, 2015There are no comments yet. 3866 Views
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Golden State Warriors break ground on new SF arenaThe Golden State Warriors broke ground Tuesday on their $1 billion, privately-funded San Francisco arena, further cementing...
Original post made on Jan. 25, 2017There are no comments yet. 3839 Views
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Foothill Band Review set for SaturdayNearly three dozen middle and high school bands are set to take to the streets of downtown Pleasanton this Saturday for the...
Original post made on Dec. 7, 2018There are no comments yet. 3804 Views
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Late educators make historic gift to Las Positas CollegeOfficials with the Las Positas College Foundation on Saturday received the largest gift for the college in the college's...
Original post made on Apr. 27, 2017Last comment by spudly, on Apr 27, 2017 at 6:25 pm | 1 comment | 3773 Views
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Play to help man's best friendTwo very special dogs at the Valley Humane Society are searching for the perfect “furrever” family and community members...
Original post made on Apr. 5, 2019Last comment by Charles, on Apr 8, 2019 at 7:49 am | 2 comments | 3723 Views
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Local students recognized for winning DAR essay contestThe Jose Maria Amador Chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution (DAR) recently honored students across the Tri-Valley...
Original post made on Apr. 14, 2018There are no comments yet. 3722 Views
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Feed Tri-Valley food drive aims to close local hunger gapThe cities of Pleasanton, Dublin and Livermore and community organizations are teaming up for the fourth annual Feed Tri-Valley...
Original post made on Jun. 25, 2019Last comment by This might help, on Jun 25, 2019 at 4:34 pm | 2 comments | 3663 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.