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Editorial: The value of community journalismWhen Investigation Discovery (ID) television network wanted to do a documentary-style program about the 2008 murder of Pleasanton...
Original post made on Dec. 29, 2017Last 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 crashNew 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, 2007Last 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 rulingMayor 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, 2007Last 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. todayNew 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, 2013Last 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 2030East Bay Community Energy recently committed to providing nearly 1.7 million local customers with 100% renewable energy in...
Original post made on Jan. 7, 2021Last comment by Haggy, on Feb 24, 2021 at 12:53 pm | 11 comments | 5700 Views
CRIMES & INCIDENTS
Coroner determines SRVHS student's drowning was accidentalContra 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, 2018Last 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 ValleyJosh 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, 2019Last comment by James Michael, on Oct 22, 2019 at 8:24 pm | 2 comments | 5699 Views
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Inactive & Returning CatholicsThe 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, 2010Last 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 WayPleasanton 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, 2012Last 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 lifeTwo Pleasanton police dispatchers, two officers and a sergeant are being commending for their work last month that saved...
Original post made on Feb. 8, 2013Last comment by Cholo, on Feb 8, 2013 at 5:52 pm | 7 comments | 5699 Views
CRIMES & INCIDENTS
Former Pleasanton mortgage broker arrested for attempted murderA 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, 2012Last 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 surplusThe 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, 2016Last 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 propertyThe 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, 2019Last 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 yearsThe 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, 2011Last 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 abuseMore 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, 2012Last 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 defeatWith 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, 2011Last 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 SaturdayThe 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, 2015Last 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' nominationsThe Pleasanton Parent Teacher Association (PTA) Council is accepting nominations for the 25th annual Excellence in Education...
Original post made on Apr. 16, 2015Last comment by Pleasanton Parent, on Sep 13, 2015 at 8:15 am | 11 comments | 5696 Views
SCHOOLS & KIDS
Post your stories of great Pleasanton teachersTake 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, 2011Last 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, 2012Last comment by Truth, on Dec 24, 2012 at 12:10 pm | 7 comments | 5695 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.
