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Editorial: The value of community journalism

When Investigation Discovery (ID) television network wanted to do a documentary-style program about the 2008 murder of Pleasanton...

Original post made on Dec. 29, 2017
Last comment by Community reporting, on Jan 4, 2018 at 1:26 pm | 9 comments | 5701 Views

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New details emerge about Foothill crash

New details are coming out about a car crash that killed 19-year-old Laurel Williams, a 2006 Foothill High School graduate. Read...

Original post made on Nov. 1, 2007
Last comment by Anne, on Nov 1, 2007 at 11:58 am | 1 comment | 5701 Views

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Hosterman has appealed Planning Commission's hawk ruling

Mayor Jennifer Hosterman is appealing the Planning Commission's decision to deny an application to house her hawk in a backyard...

Original post made on Dec. 20, 2007
Last comment by Laurella Desborough, on Dec 20, 2007 at 6:15 pm | 1 comment | 5701 Views

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New Leaf Community Market opens in Vintage Hills Center at 10 a.m. today

New Leaf Community Market will open its new store at 10 a.m. today in the Vintage Hills Shopping Center at 3550 Bernal Ave. Read...

Original post made on May. 15, 2013
Last comment by D, on May 22, 2013 at 10:32 am | 20 comments | 5701 Views

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East Bay Community Energy aims for 100% clean energy by 2030

East Bay Community Energy recently committed to providing nearly 1.7 million local customers with 100% renewable energy in...

Original post made on Jan. 7, 2021
Last comment by Haggy, on Feb 24, 2021 at 12:53 pm | 11 comments | 5700 Views

CRIMES & INCIDENTS

Coroner determines SRVHS student's drowning was accidental

Contra Costa County coroner's officials have ruled the drowning death of freshman Benjamin Curry in the San Ramon Valley...

Original post made on Jun. 7, 2018
Last comment by shelby, on Jun 18, 2018 at 9:46 pm | 5 comments | 5700 Views

SCHOOLS & KIDS

Head of the Class: Butterfield poised for success at Amador Valley

Josh Butterfield found the challenge he was looking for when he threw his hat in for the position of principal at Amador...

Original post made on Oct. 21, 2019
Last comment by James Michael, on Oct 22, 2019 at 8:24 pm | 2 comments | 5699 Views

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Inactive & Returning Catholics

The event is from 7-9 p.m. April 7 - May 12 meeting every Wednesday at St. Elizabeth Seton Church, 4001 Stoneridge Dr. Inactive...

Original post made on Apr. 7, 2010
Last comment by Cholo, on Apr 13, 2010 at 3:48 pm | 56 comments | 5699 Views

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Home holdup reported at Oak Vista Way

Pleasanton police are investigating a Nov. 1 robbery at a home in the 1500 block of Oak Vista Way. The holdup was reported...

Original post made on Nov. 9, 2012
Last comment by William Tell, on Nov 10, 2012 at 11:16 am | 4 comments | 5699 Views

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Five rescuers in Pleasanton Police Department get commendations for saving a life

Two Pleasanton police dispatchers, two officers and a sergeant are being commending for their work last month that saved...

Original post made on Feb. 8, 2013
Last comment by Cholo, on Feb 8, 2013 at 5:52 pm | 7 comments | 5699 Views

CRIMES & INCIDENTS

Former Pleasanton mortgage broker arrested for attempted murder

A former mortgage broker and professional party thrower is free on $130,000 bond after being charged with aggravated assault...

Original post made on Jul. 17, 2012
Last comment by Michele McP , on Jul 21, 2012 at 7:44 am | 4 comments | 5699 Views

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City ends 2015/16 fiscal year with $4.4 million surplus

The Pleasanton City Council adopted a resolution Tuesday night to accept its 2015/16 fiscal year operating budget that shows...

Original post made on Dec. 7, 2016
Last comment by Get the Facts, on Dec 10, 2016 at 8:24 pm | 9 comments | 5698 Views

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Council halts plans for 90-home senior housing on Merritt property

The Pleasanton City Council in effect has rejected a developer’s bid to build a 90-home project for seniors 55 and older...

Original post made on Mar. 21, 2019
Last comment by Factchecker, on Mar 26, 2019 at 10:05 pm | 23 comments | 5698 Views

CRIMES & INCIDENTS

Pleasanton police say they may have solved murder dating back 20 years

The Pleasanton Police Department has scheduled a press conference at 10 a.m. this morning to announce the arrest of an individual...

Original post made on Aug. 8, 2011
Last comment by Ferreira, on Aug 8, 2011 at 3:54 pm | 7 comments | 5698 Views

CRIMES & INCIDENTS

Mothers With A Purpose takes a stand against drug abuse

More than 40 people turned out for Pleasanton's second candlelight vigil Thursday night in memory of those lost to drug abuse...

Original post made on Oct. 27, 2012
Last comment by Max, on Oct 31, 2012 at 1:33 pm | 11 comments | 5698 Views

SCHOOLS & KIDS

PUSD considers fundraising efforts in wake of parcel tax defeat

With last week's defeat of the parcel tax, three fundraising options were brought before the Pleasanton school board at last...

Original post made on May. 11, 2011
Last comment by Steve K, on May 16, 2011 at 8:38 am | 38 comments | 5697 Views

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Livermore Airport to hold open house Saturday

The Livermore Airport will hold its 19th annual public open house Saturday and at the same time will celebrate the 50th anniversary...

Original post made on Oct. 1, 2015
Last comment by PeeterBery, on Dec 5, 2015 at 3:22 am | 2 comments | 5697 Views

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Pleasanton PTA seeks 'Excellence in Education' nominations

The Pleasanton Parent Teacher Association (PTA) Council is accepting nominations for the 25th annual Excellence in Education...

Original post made on Apr. 16, 2015
Last comment by Pleasanton Parent, on Sep 13, 2015 at 8:15 am | 11 comments | 5696 Views

SCHOOLS & KIDS

Post your stories of great Pleasanton teachers

Take a minute to share a story of a great Pleasanton teacher who has helped your child along. It's a thankless job....

Original post made by Teacher Appreciation Week on May. 4, 2011
Last comment by HS Student, on May 12, 2011 at 6:31 am | 20 comments | 5695 Views

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Air Quality district urges residents to avoid fireplace fires--on Christmas Day!

The Bay Area Air Quality Management District is asking Bay Area residents to skip the fire in the fireplace on Christmas...

Original post made on Dec. 24, 2012
Last comment by Truth, on Dec 24, 2012 at 12:10 pm | 7 comments | 5695 Views
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