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09/03/2024

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3VCF & Embarcadero Media Foundation present Stripped for Parts: American Journalism on the Brink documentary followed by a panel discussion.

09/02/2024

"I can’t put into words how grateful I am to see these from all of you — from people I know personally, to total strangers. Michael constantly questioned his self-worth, and I wish I could show him how much he was loved and appreciated by others. Thank you, thank you, thank you," Dalipe's widow wrote online.

Police have confirmed the identity of the Dublin man shot to death at his apartment nearly two weeks ago and revealed that online interactions provided a link between the victim and the suspect.

09/02/2024

"The park foundation said in a statement that bike turnouts allow bicyclists, who move at slower speeds as they pedal uphill, to pull out of the main traffic lane into their own lane so that vehicles can pass safely."

The California State Parks Foundation is celebrating the completion of 22 new bike turnouts at Mount Diablo State Park.

09/02/2024

TOMORROW: The Livermore school board is poised to bring in a former colleague of new Superintendent Torie Gibson’s from Amador County to fill the district’s final vacant cabinet position — roughly a month after quietly parting ways with the predecessor for undisclosed reasons.

The Livermore school board is poised to bring in a former colleague of new Superintendent Torie Gibson's from Amador County to fill the district's final vacant cabinet position — roughly a month after quietly parting ways with the predecessor for undisclosed reasons.

09/02/2024

“I’m proud to call Dublin home and I’m honored that the Dublin City Council has chosen me to serve as its next leader,” Tribby said in a press release from the city. “I’m grateful for the opportunity to guide this talented and dedicated team and help shape the future of our dynamic and diverse community.”

The Dublin City Council appointed assistant city manager Colleen Tribby as Dublin's next city manager during the closed-session portion of last week's meeting.

09/02/2024

"These piecemeal developments also lack the scale to address the major transportation issue—purchasing privately owned El Charro Road and connecting it to Stanley Boulevard. That improvement would immediately lessen the heavy traffic on Valley and Bernal avenues of eastbound traffic. It’s a key missing link..."

The city of Pleasanton twice has embarked on efforts to develop an overall plan for the 1,100 acres on the city’s eastern border.

09/01/2024

“At the heart of our annual event and mission are the 42 residents across 12 homes in the Tri-Valley, along with the dozens of T-RADD athletes we support each year,” King added. “The continued generosity of our community enables us to drive REACH’s mission forward, providing extremely affordable housing and social opportunities for adults with I/DD.”

An "Evening at the Oasis" is the theme for this year's REACH for Your Dreams fundraising gala, which supports local affordable housing nonprofit Tri-Valley REACH.

09/01/2024

Experience the magic of a moonlit race! Register for the 40th Palo Alto Weekly Moonlight Run & Walk on September 20th. Secure your spot before September 18th and score a free long-sleeve Moonlight Run & Walk shirt (while supplies last). Sign up today: https://bit.ly/3XV8rkZ

09/01/2024

The Dublin City Council approved a site development review permit that allows Hines to demolish two vacant commercial buildings in the site, construct a multi-tenant commercial building and reconfigure the site’s parking lot and access drives.

Construction of a new multi-tenant commercial building and associated site improvements is coming to the Dublin Place Shopping Center at the intersection of Amador Plaza Road and Amador Valley Boulevard, as approved by the City Council last week.

09/01/2024

COVER STORY - Fun at the Firehouse: ‘Unforgettable lineup of performances’ this season at downtown Pleasanton theater. Plus, new recreation supervisor shares aspirations as he begins job of overseeing city-operated venue

Soaring rock solos, dynamic dance routines and many other captivating performances will be coming to downtown Pleasanton over the next months as part of the Firehouse Arts Center's new 2024-25 season.

09/01/2024

Letters: Gravel trucks speeding down First Street | Qualities for police chief | Thank you for coverage

"The number of cars speeding in excess of 50 mph, in a 25 mph zone, is staggering — not to mention very dangerous. In addition, since June, we have been putting up with very large gravel trucks speeding north and south."

08/31/2024

PET OF THE WEEK: "Adorable Cole is a very sweet, young adult Chihuahua/Pug mix. He’s a nice compact-size companion (only 11 pounds). He is friendly, playful and affectionate, and he loves to be held"

Adorable Cole is a very sweet, young adult Chihuahua/Pug mix. He's a nice compact-size companion (only 11 pounds). This Pet of the Week is friendly, playful and affectionate, and he loves to be held.

08/31/2024

"When opportunity presents itself, you take advantage. Such was the case for a Pleasanton Rage youth soccer team when it got the chance to scrimmage Fiji’s Under-20 National Team..."

When opportunity presents itself, you take advantage. Such was the case for a Pleasanton Rage youth soccer team when it got the chance to scrimmage Fiji's Under-20 National Team on Aug. 14.

08/31/2024

DON’T WAIT! Prices for the Palo Alto Weekly Moonlight Run & Walk increase tomorrow! Did you forget to register for the Palo Alto Weekly's 40th annual Moonlight Run? There’s still time to SAVE...but you have to sign-up before September 1st!

08/31/2024

"Singer-actress Katharine McPhee might be making her first real trip to the Livermore Valley next weekend when she headlines the annual Brilliance at The Bankhead gala, but she’s no stranger to the Bay Area." See our original interview with the star ...

Singer-actress Katharine McPhee might be making her first real trip to the Livermore Valley when she headlines the annual Brilliance at The Bankhead gala next weekend, but she's no stranger to the Bay Area.

08/31/2024

ICYMI: Sheriff’s office investigating death at Santa Rita Jail. Inmate who’d been in custody for almost two years found unresponsive in cell last weekend

The Alameda County Sheriff's Office on Monday reported the death of an inmate at Santa Rita Jail in Dublin over the weekend.

08/31/2024

As the largest and longest-running Scottish Games in California, attendees in Pleasanton this weekend can expect to be immersed in the heritage of Scotland through music, dance, heavy athletics, food, drink and more.

The 158th Scottish Highland Gathering and Games is set to return to the Alameda County Fairgrounds in Pleasanton this Labor Day weekend to celebrate competition, culture and entertainment.

08/31/2024

“I’ve spent my career helping inefficient companies creatively problem-solve,” Boyce said. “Now I want to use my expertise to help my own children’s school district during this financially difficult time so that our students still have excellent educational experiences.”

Tara Boyce, a Livermore parent and business owner, is pursuing one of the two open seats on the Livermore Valley Joint Unified School District's Board of Education this fall.

08/30/2024

Police: Confrontation with parent led to teens beating student in Dublin High locker room. Case update from DPS corroborates some details released by principal, but contradicts others, as investigation continues

Police have released new details about their investigation into an assault at Dublin High School last Friday, saying a confrontation with a parent precipitated an attack in which four teenagers beat up a student in the boys' locker room.

08/30/2024

ICYMI: Academy Award-winning actor Nicolas Cage has been cast to play football legend and Pleasanton icon John Madden in an upcoming biopic in development by Amazon MGM. Read about that and more in News Digest...

Academy Award-winning actor Nicolas Cage has been cast to play football legend and Pleasanton icon John Madden in an upcoming biopic in development by Amazon MGM. See that, plus info on the Weekly's first election forum of 2024, in News Digest...

08/30/2024

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08/30/2024

“We want to make sure that there’s a plan that creates better success for Parkview ... The use of reserves is not sustainable.”

The Parkview has been struggling financially over the last few years following the pandemic as the Pleasanton facility continues to draw from its budget reserves in order to cover its yearly operations.

08/29/2024

Las Positas College and the Livermore Jazz Society are putting on a second season of Jazz Jam Sessions at Longevity Wines in Livermore, starting this weekend.

08/29/2024

Run for a cause at the 40th annual Palo Alto Weekly Moonlight Run & Walk on September 20th! Your registration supports local nonprofits that serve families and children in Palo Alto. Let's make this a night under the stars to remember! Register now: https://bit.ly/3XV8rkZ

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08/29/2024

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08/28/2024

LATEST: “I want to reiterate that at no time did we contemplate canceling our visual and performing arts programs,” Gibson said. “They are a source of pride and identity for our district. We look forward to the continued success of our drama and music programs and highly anticipate not one, but two musical productions this school year.”

The show is set to go on for Livermore High School's performing arts students after the district received pushback from them on a schedule change that they said would have required them to make difficult choices between classes or receive no course credit for their preparations for the school's annu...

08/28/2024

“I look forward to being able to refocus on the school and the positive impact to the school community, but I’m also looking to foster some positivity and hope for the community to be able to look back in two years and say, ‘Yeah, I’m glad we tagged Chris in.'"

Sunol Glen Unified School District's temporary Board of Trustees has appointed Chris Bobertz, a Sunol resident and parent who ran for the school board in 2022, to fill the empty board seat left by recalled trustee Ryan Jergensen.

08/28/2024

“The inspections stem from numerous complaints by Livermore parents and school officials of illegal ni****ne use, especially the selling of flavored vapes to minors,” Smith said.

The Pleasanton Police Department seized over $130,000 of illegal products from three different smoke shops on Aug. 8 thanks to the To***co Grant Program, state funding that helps law enforcement agencies curb the unlawful sale of prohibited products.