Pleasanton Weekly

23/12/2024

HOLIDAY FUND: Pleasanton Weekly's annual giving campaign supports 10 critical Tri-Valley nonprofits. Learn more about the organizations, and consider donating today!

Our organization welcomes the return of our annual Holiday Fund, a time when our news family focuses our attention on those in need in the Tri-Valley to raise money and awareness for safety-net nonprofits in your community.

21/12/2024

Take a look back at our most prominent storylines and photographs across the Tri-Valley from 2024. Enjoy! https://bit.ly/3VP8jSb`

Take a look back at our most prominent storylines and photographs across the Tri-Valley from 2024. Enjoy!

21/12/2024

Mayor John Marchand, who ran for reelection unopposed in the Nov. 5 general election, reclaimed his seat at the helm while new council members, District 3 representative Steven Dunbar and Kristie Wang of District 4, joined the council for the first time. https://bit.ly/4gp5Ju5

Mayor John Marchand, who ran for reelection unopposed in the Nov. 5 general election, reclaimed his seat at the helm while new council members, District 3 representative Steven Dunbar and Kristie Wang of District 4, joined the council for the first time.

21/12/2024

A former agent with the FBI has been indicted with multiple charges including cyberstalking, witness tampering and obstructing a criminal investigation, according to court papers unsealed Wednesday by the U.S. Department of Justice. https://bit.ly/3VQubMG

A former agent with the FBI has been indicted with multiple charges including cyberstalking, witness tampering and obstructing a criminal investigation, according to court papers unsealed Wednesday by the U.S. Department of Justice.

20/12/2024

The San Ramon Planning Commission voted Tuesday to approve an extension for a previously approved housing project that is set to replace the longstanding Golden Skate rink, following the owners' announcement that the rink would remain open "indefinitely" amid an uptick in community support spurred by a closure announcement in 2021. https://bit.ly/405k2P1

The San Ramon Planning Commission voted Tuesday to approve an extension for a previously approved housing project that is set to replace the longstanding Golden Skate rink, following the owners' announcement that the rink would remain open "indefinitely" amid an uptick in community support spurred b...

20/12/2024

The Dublin Transit Center Parking Garage was awarded the 2024 Winner for National Parking Association - Sustainability Project of the Year. https://bit.ly/4gLjiUq

The Dublin Transit Center Parking Garage was awarded the 2024 Winner for National Parking Association - Sustainability Project of the Year.

19/12/2024

The Pleasanton Unified School District will be welcoming its new Board of Trustee member, Charlie Jones, during a special board meeting on Thursday where he and reelected Trustee Kelly Mokashi will be sworn into office. https://bit.ly/4gJOqUE

The Pleasanton Unified School District will be welcoming its new Board of Trustee member, Charlie Jones, during a special board meeting on Thursday where he and reelected Trustee Kelly Mokashi will be sworn into office.

19/12/2024

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19/12/2024

While there have been no known cases of human-to-human transmission so far, Gov. Gavin Newsom on Wednesday issued an emergency proclamation to combat the spread of the virus and provide state and local agencies “additional flexibility around staffing, contracting, and other rules to support California’s evolving response.” https://bit.ly/3ZNMfZ0

Raul Cedillo milks Holstein cows at Frank Konyn Dairy Inc. in Escondido on April 16, 2020. Photo by Ariana Drehsler, AFP via Getty Images For nearly three years, the bird flu has devastated poultry farms across the U.S. and California. The virus has since spread among cattle and there have been 34 c...

19/12/2024

Dublin City Council gained the power to break the eastern urban limit line and allow limited commercial development on the unincorporated buffer between Dublin and Livermore called the Crosby property, following voter approval of Measure II last month. https://bit.ly/3VK5fGM

Dublin City Council gained the power to break the eastern urban limit line and allow limited commercial development on the unincorporated buffer between Dublin and Livermore called the Crosby property, following voter approval of Measure II last month.

19/12/2024

A packed Pleasanton City Council chambers erupted into applause and cheers Tuesday night as Mayor Jack Balch was officially sworn into office, along with the two other new councilmembers to join the dais. https://bit.ly/3DqmEho

A packed Pleasanton City Council chambers erupted into applause and cheers Tuesday night as Mayor Jack Balch was officially sworn into office, along with the two other new councilmembers to join the dais.

19/12/2024

Pleasanton Preps: I am sure the bus ride home from Southern California on Saturday morning for the Amador Valley football team following their 18-14 loss the night before to Frontier High from Bakersfield was an interesting one. At least they got there. https://bit.ly/4fw0rMe

I am sure the bus ride home from Southern California on Saturday morning for the Amador Valley football team following their 18-14 loss the night before to Frontier High from Bakersfield was an interesting one. At least they got there...

19/12/2024

For many Tri-Valley kids who celebrate Christmas, meeting Santa Claus for the first time and taking those momentous photos can be both exciting and nerveracking.

But for children with developmental disorders or disabilities, that same experience — usually set in a mall or other crowded space — it’s usually the latter.

That’s why organizations like the Livermore Area Recreation and Park District created programs like its new “Sensory Santa” event this year so that more children can have those special holiday moments, just in a more comfortable setting.
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For many Tri-Valley kids who celebrate Christmas, meeting Santa Claus for the first time and taking those momentous photos can be both exciting and nerveracking. But for children with disabilities or who have special needs, that same experience — usually set in a mall or other crowded space — it...

19/12/2024

The Livermore City Council recently phased out two intercity liaison groups, deeming the bodies ineffective. https://bit.ly/3ZLvNc0

The Livermore City Council recently phased out two intercity liaison groups, deeming the bodies ineffective.

19/12/2024

Visit Tri-Valley recently announced plans to build its new multi-use event center in Dublin just across the Interstate 580 highway from the Dublin/Pleasanton BART station. https://bit.ly/4fpe3cb

Visit Tri-Valley this week announced plans to build its new multi-use event center in Dublin just across Interstate 580 from the Dublin-Pleasanton BART Station.

18/12/2024

It was an emotional Pleasanton school board meeting last week for many trustees, colleagues and family members who fought back tears as they formally recognized Steve Maher for his 53 years of service as a teacher, administrator and school board member. https://bit.ly/3Bmg0IA

It was an emotional Pleasanton school board meeting last week for many trustees, colleagues and family members who fought back tears as they formally recognized Steve Maher for his 53 years of service as a teacher, administrator and school board member.

18/12/2024

Tri-Valley Foodist: The new Pleasanton Costco resembles others in the Tri-Valley but features more local wines, lots of food, and some opening surprises. https://bit.ly/3BuCirz

The new Pleasanton Costco resembles others in the Tri-Valley but features more local wines, lots of food, and some opening surprises.