PUSD board gives initial support for selling or leasing unused field at Donlon Elementary
The Pleasanton school board received a report last week on the district’s proposal to declare nearly five acres of Donlon Elementary School’s field as surplus land and the possibility of selling or leasing that space in order to create affordable or workforce housing.
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Walnut Grove Elementary celebrates groundbreaking of new TK classrooms
Pleasanton Unified recently broke ground on Walnut Grove Elementary School’s TK expansion, a $9.7 million project that aims to build two new classrooms by late next year.
PG&E unveils Cybertruck-fueled PowerHouse plus wildfire-risk monitoring
PG&E’s San Ramon facilities have been abuzz over the past month with two major media events showcasing new technological developments aimed at collectively addressing growing power demands and mitigating wildfire risk.
Wells Fargo settles suit for $110M alleging discriminatory hiring, lending practices
San Francisco-based Wells Fargo Bank agreed to a $110 million settlement with shareholders following a lawsuit that alleged discriminatory hiring and lending practices, the plaintiffs announced Sunday.
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Lifestyle
Two state championships for EBAL swimmers
As expected, the East Bay Athletic League represented well at the CIF State Swimming and Diving Championships last weekend at the Clovis Swim Center.
Take Us Along: Watching the whales off Maui
Carol Ovalle and Steve Cownie went on many whale watch trips during their trip to Maui.
Ridgeview Commons senior community marks completed renovations with grand reopening
Residents of Pleasanton’s Ridgeview Commons, joined by local elected officials, recently celebrated the completion of the senior living community’s multimillion dollar renovation, which included all-new unit features, landscaping and other amenities.
A&E
Teeth wisdom: Pleasanton author releases ninth edition of ‘dental bible’ pocket guide
One of the Tri-Valley’s most accomplished authors might not be a household name on pop culture bookshelves, but two generations of dental assistants and hygienists couldn’t get through college and career the same without her work.
A trip down Danville’s memory lane with Beverly Lane
Years after retiring from a decades-long career in public office representing the San Ramon Valley, Beverly Lane continues to be a prominent figure in the region and an authoritative voice on its history, marked by her latest book “Danville: Heart…
Tri-Valley students star in ‘Mean Girls’ production
Pleasanton-based TEAM Theatre is sending its student performers deeper into the high school world with its production of “Mean Girls” this month.
Spotlight
Ivy League mentorship for college applications and career foundations through meaningful projects
Path Mentors was born out of dissatisfaction with the toxic high-pressure environment that college admissions has created. Founded in 2019 by Columbia graduates, the Path Mentors’ team of nearly 100 mentors from a wide range of professions including technology, finance,…
Moving insurance vs. moving coverage: What California consumers need to know
Many people assume their movers provide “insurance” for household goods. In reality, most licensed movers in California are required to provide coverage, which is different from insurance and comes with important limitations.
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Tri-Valley beer scene: Get to know the local breweries serving their craft from Livermore to Danville
The Tri-Valley has earned recognition for its winemaking prowess. Local brewers are now expanding the area’s beverage profile by making thirst-quenching, award-winning beers.
Embarcadero Media Foundation CEO Dawes announces he will step away
Adam Dawes, who has led Embarcadero Media Foundation through stiff winds buffeting both the organization and wider media landscape, has announced that he will be stepping down as chief executive officer of the local nonprofit that publishes the Palo Alto…
Sports
Pleasanton Preps: Wrestling returns to middle schools
I have always been a big fan of wrestling, although never having participated in wrestling. I covered the California Interscholastic Federation (CIF) State High School championships several times and it was one of the best events I covered. It’s one-on-one…
When the final score isn’t the final lesson
I have preached for years about how sports can be such a vital tool in the development of the youth of today. Even the athletes themselves may not understand or fully grasp initially, but given time for most, the life…
City Center celebrating ‘Homegrown Pros’ ahead of World Cup
As the excitement builds for the 2026 FIFA World Cup co-hosted by the United States next month, City Center Bishop Ranch in San Ramon is honoring some of the star soccer players to come out of the Tri-Valley.
ReAL Estate
Been there, bought that: Baby boomers are helping shape real estate
“Here in the Tri-Valley, and across the country, older boomers are an active and influential force in real estate and one that often gets lost in the headlines.”
Hidden Canyon housing development gets green light from Pleasanton Planning Commission
The Pleasanton Planning Commission unanimously endorsed the so-called “Hidden Canyon Residences and Preserve Project”, which seeks to build 28 new multimillion-dollar homes near the Pleasanton Ridge.
Appellate court sides with city in ruling on San Ramon Market Place project
After a lengthy legal battle with a neighborhood group that organized to protest a redevelopment project slated for the Market Place shopping center, the project approved by the San Ramon Planning Commission more than three years ago could be coming…
