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AROUND TOWN
Hello Lover: Sarah Jessica Parker wows Pleasanton fans
Hundreds of women donned their most fashionable attire for a chance to get within a stone's throw of Sarah Jessica Parker, who was at Stoneridge Shopping Center this afternoon... READ MORE/COMMENT
Posted by Editor, Pleasanton Weekly Online, on Jul 19, 2008 at 7:05 am
There have been 5 comments on this topic, the most recent on Jul 23, 2008 at 10:02 am.

AROUND TOWN
Who's running?
Looks like Mary Roberts is going to attempt a run for Mayor and Howard Neely is going to try for a Council seat. That's good. I was worried that Hosterman was going to run u... READ MORE/COMMENT
Posted by Stacey, a resident of the Amberwood/Wood Meadows neighborhood, on Jul 17, 2008 at 8:17 am
There have been 34 comments on this topic, the most recent on Aug 8, 2008 at 7:10 pm.

AROUND TOWN
"Sex and the City" actress to be in Pleasanton Thursday
"Sex and the City" star Sarah Jessica Parker will be in Pleasanton Thursday. The actress will be at the Macy's women's department store at Stoneridge Shopping Center at noo... READ MORE/COMMENT
Posted by Editor, Pleasanton Weekly Online, on Jul 16, 2008 at 5:23 pm
There have been 4 comments on this topic, the most recent on Aug 11, 2008 at 4:31 pm.

AROUND TOWN
Political Tricks
Proponents of the ridgeline protection initiative keep saying that a second Council-sponsored measure on the ballot this November will only confuse voters. Opponents of the i... READ MORE/COMMENT
Posted by Stacey, a resident of the Amberwood/Wood Meadows neighborhood, on Jul 15, 2008 at 10:38 pm
There have been 9 comments on this topic, the most recent on Jul 16, 2008 at 9:02 pm.

AROUND TOWN
Anonymity or Illusion?
PW, Yesterday I had a conversation with someone who had an interesting perspective on one of the current topics. I suggested that he share it in a post. He said he would ... READ MORE/COMMENT
Posted by Anonymity or illusion?, a resident of the Another Pleasanton neighborhood neighborhood, on Jul 13, 2008 at 11:04 am
There have been 27 comments on this topic, the most recent on Jul 21, 2008 at 1:13 pm.

AROUND TOWN
Pooch Parade back at First Wednesday August 2nd
Plan to bring your pooch to the Annual Pooch Parade at First Wednesday on August 6. Proceeds to benefit the Tri-Valley Guide Dog Puppy Raisers! When thousands of humans g... READ MORE/COMMENT
Posted by Ptown Mom, a resident of the Another Pleasanton neighborhood neighborhood, on Jul 12, 2008 at 12:20 am
There have been 4 comments on this topic, the most recent on Jul 14, 2008 at 11:47 am.

AROUND TOWN
17 HOME NEIGHBORHOOD GARAGE SALE IN PLEASANTON- SAT. 12th 8:00-2:00
HUGE MULTI FAMILY NEIGHBORHOOD GARAGE SALE IN PLEASANTON 17 HOMES SATURDAY JULY 12TH 8:00-2:00 JENSEN / AMADOR NEIGHBORHOOD ACROSS FROM AMADOR HIGH SCHOOL 1155 San... READ MORE/COMMENT
Posted by Moxley, a resident of the Jensen Tract neighborhood, on Jul 11, 2008 at 11:19 am
There have been 6 comments on this topic, the most recent on Apr 19, 2009 at 1:40 am.

AROUND TOWN
Cholo
I have read many PW threads and Cholo appears in each one, no matter the subject. I think Cholo is really a retired dot com engineer, made lots of money in the 90's, lives in... READ MORE/COMMENT
Posted by Senorita, a resident of the Amador Estates neighborhood, on Jul 9, 2008 at 10:43 pm
There have been 24 comments on this topic, the most recent on Aug 27, 2008 at 4:08 pm.

AROUND TOWN
Where are the bicycle riders?
It's high time we parents set an example and start riding our bikes around town. When the time is right, get your kids out there riding to sports practices and games and schoo... READ MORE/COMMENT
Posted by Two Wheeling, a resident of the Birdland neighborhood, on Jul 8, 2008 at 11:46 pm
There have been 14 comments on this topic, the most recent on Jul 31, 2008 at 2:34 pm.

AROUND TOWN
WHY?
Why does the Weekly shut down sites so quickly? You go to respond and its been closed by Jeb Bing, Editor. Can't the sites stay on line a little longer so others have a chance... READ MORE/COMMENT
Posted by Fallon, a resident of the Castlewood neighborhood, on Jul 7, 2008 at 5:10 pm
There have been 6 comments on this topic, the most recent on Jul 15, 2008 at 12:36 pm.

AROUND TOWN
June Home Sales in Pleasanton and Tri Valley
As always, here is an update from last months home sales in Pleasanton and the Tri Valley. http://moxleyteam.com/2008/07/tri-valley-home-sales-for-july-08/ Click the lin... READ MORE/COMMENT
Posted by Moxley, a resident of the Downtown neighborhood, on Jul 7, 2008 at 4:57 pm

AROUND TOWN
Letter
Mayor didn't consult residents on votes Read the full story here http://www.pleasantonweekly.com/story.php?story_id=4216 posted Friday, July 4, 2008, 12:00 AM READ MORE/COMMENT
Posted by Editor, Pleasanton Weekly Online, on Jul 4, 2008 at 9:31 am
There have been 4 comments on this topic, the most recent on Jul 4, 2008 at 3:14 pm.

AROUND TOWN
New traffic light going in at Main Street
Starting Monday, the city will activate a new traffic signal that is expected to alleviate some of the usual downtown backup drivers are familiar with. What's called a "prot... READ MORE/COMMENT
Posted by Editor, Pleasanton Weekly Online, on Jul 3, 2008 at 3:52 pm
There have been 3 comments on this topic, the most recent on Jul 7, 2008 at 7:53 am.

AROUND TOWN
Attention potential American Idols!
American Idol auditions will be held in San Francisco on July 17. If you or someone you know is planning to audition, we would like to know. Call us at 600-0840 or email edi... READ MORE/COMMENT
Posted by Gina Channell-Allen, president of the Pleasanton Weekly, on Jul 3, 2008 at 12:30 pm
There has been 1 comment on this topic, the most recent on Jul 17, 2008 at 1:16 pm.

AROUND TOWN
Punch and kick
After the Tae Bo fad of the late '90s, there are many people who think they know all about kickboxing, but Pleasanton instructor Anthony Thomas says there is more to the sport... READ MORE/COMMENT
Posted by Editor, Pleasanton Weekly Online, on Jul 2, 2008 at 9:49 am
There have been 2 comments on this topic, the most recent on Aug 29, 2008 at 9:56 am.

AROUND TOWN
Troubled market
Jim Lavey has seen it all. A Realtor for the last 35 years in Pleasanton where he has lived since 1959, he has represented hundreds of buyers and sellers in good times and bad... READ MORE/COMMENT
Posted by Editor, Pleasanton Weekly Online, on Jun 29, 2008 at 10:34 am
There have been 6 comments on this topic, the most recent on Jul 31, 2008 at 12:53 pm.

AROUND TOWN
What Are Your Opinions About The Mayor and Each Councilmember?
I've refrained mostly from writing on this subject before. I think it is time to bring it out as warm up for the election this year. Keep in mind that only Hosterman, Sulliv... READ MORE/COMMENT
Posted by Stacey, a resident of the Amberwood/Wood Meadows neighborhood, on Jun 28, 2008 at 8:10 pm
There have been 18 comments on this topic, the most recent on Jul 7, 2008 at 8:57 pm.

AROUND TOWN
Out of the gate
Wednesday was the first day of horse racing at the 2008 Alameda County Fair. The fair, and the racing, will continue through July 6. Read the full story here http://www.plea... READ MORE/COMMENT
Posted by Editor, Pleasanton Weekly Online, on Jun 28, 2008 at 11:35 am
There has been 1 comment on this topic, the most recent on Jun 28, 2008 at 11:35 am.

AROUND TOWN
Weather the smoke by staying inside
While Pleasanton isn't one of the number of cities dealing with wildfires, it is affected in in the way of air quality. Read the full story here http://www.pleasantonwee... READ MORE/COMMENT
Posted by Editor, Pleasanton Weekly Online, on Jun 24, 2008 at 3:02 pm
There have been 2 comments on this topic, the most recent on Jun 27, 2008 at 11:58 am.

AROUND TOWN
Fr. Jim Sullivan @ CCOP
Does anyone know the REAL reason that Fr. Jim is leaving? It seems there has to be more going on "behind the scenes". We finally get a good priest and he has to leave?? ... READ MORE/COMMENT
Posted by Concerned, a resident of the Amador Estates neighborhood, on Jun 22, 2008 at 11:11 pm
There have been 58 comments on this topic, the most recent on Jul 6, 2008 at 11:28 am.

AROUND TOWN
Any one smell the smoke?
Its about 8 am on Sunday and sitting outside enjoying a cup of coffee and I smell smoke. Anyone know if there is a fire in the area? READ MORE/COMMENT
Posted by Mark C, a resident of the Happy Valley neighborhood, on Jun 22, 2008 at 8:09 am
There have been 6 comments on this topic, the most recent on Jun 24, 2008 at 5:12 pm.

AROUND TOWN
Council plans special meeting Thursday on impact of Ayala initiative
Pleasanton City Council members, after spending part of an opening hour at their June 17 meeting trying to find a suitable time to hold a public discussion on a controversial ... READ MORE/COMMENT
Posted by Editor, Pleasanton Weekly Online, on Jun 21, 2008 at 11:16 pm
There have been 14 comments on this topic, the most recent on Jun 25, 2008 at 8:41 pm.

AROUND TOWN
Recall Jennifer Hosterman?
Is there a campaign to recall Mayor Jennifer Hosterman? I ran across a website called recall jenniferhosterman dot com (http://www.recalljenniferhosterman.com). I know a l... READ MORE/COMMENT
Posted by Jimmy, a resident of the Country Fair neighborhood, on Jun 20, 2008 at 9:37 pm
There have been 33 comments on this topic, the most recent on Jul 6, 2008 at 11:27 am.

AROUND TOWN
Editorial
For hundreds of Pleasanton residents--perhaps even thousands--who live within earshot of the Union Pacific railroad trains that travel through Pleasanton every night, a better... READ MORE/COMMENT
Posted by Editor, Pleasanton Weekly Online, on Jun 20, 2008 at 2:48 pm
There have been 48 comments on this topic, the most recent on Jul 20, 2008 at 7:35 pm.

AROUND TOWN
City council picks date to discuss hillside initiative when Sullivan & McGovern cannot attend
I am thoroughly disgusted by the article in today's Times (page A3) stating that the Pleasanton City Council has deliberately chosen to discuss the hillside initiative on a da... READ MORE/COMMENT
Posted by Barbara, a resident of the Vintage Hills Elementary School neighborhood, on Jun 19, 2008 at 9:20 am
There have been 27 comments on this topic, the most recent on Jun 20, 2008 at 8:17 pm.

 

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