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Two teens arrested at end of hour-plus freeway chase following armed carjackingTwo Merced teenagers were taken into custody last week after allegedly leading CHP officers on a high-speed chase up and down multiple freeways in a minivan carjacked at gunpoint in Livermore more than an hour earlier.
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Amador Valley principal Butterfield stepping down for district-level positionJoshua Butterfield is resigning from his position as Amador Valley High School principal to take on the role of director of secondary education for the Pleasanton Unified School District.
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Alameda County health officials end mask mandatePeople in Alameda County could again choose not to wear a mask in most indoor settings starting on Saturday, health officials announced in a news release three weeks after they reinstated the mask mandate amid a COVID-19 surge in June.
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Fourth of July fireworks show returning to LivermoreThe city of Livermore and Livermore Downtown Inc. are gearing up to bring back the in-person Independence Day fireworks show.
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Supreme Court overturns federal abortion rightsThe Supreme Court reversed the court's Roe v. Wade decision granting women the federal right to an abortion in the U.S., sending authority back to the states. In reaction, Gov. Newsom signed Bauer-Kahan's protection bill on Friday.
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What a Week: Alameda County Fair in full swingNothing says the Alameda County Fair is back in the summer like the annual Ladies Day at the Races. It's great to see the fair and its traditional season reunited. And this would be as good of a week as any to attend...
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District selects Stothers as new principal for Vintage Hills ElementaryThe Pleasanton school board appointed Donlon Elementary School vice principal Carole Stothers as the next principal of Vintage Hills Elementary School.
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California tax relief: What's in the dealAfter weeks of talks, Gov. Gavin Newsom and legislative leaders announce a tax relief plan that includes refunds of as much as $1,050. It is part of a $300 billion budget deal announced Sunday night.
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Livermore upholds policy on flying commemorative flags at Civic CenterThe Livermore City Council has upheld its existing policy around flying commemorative flags -- including the LGBT Pride flag -- which can be displayed as a form of government speech.
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Pleasanton Preps: Looking back over TV30's Athletes of the YearThirty-five awards were presented to high school students from Dublin, Livermore and Pleasanton to honor them for their accomplishments, along with Coach of the Year presented to Dublin High School boys' basketball coach Tom Costello.
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Readers' Choice 2022: Here are the winners!Our readers have spoken, the ballots have been counted and now we're ready to reveal the winners of the 2022 Readers' Choice contest -- another must-see special section spotlighting the best of the best in Pleasanton.
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Crews gaining control of Pleasanton Ridge fire; evacuations liftedEvacuation orders were canceled, allowing residents to return home, as firefighters began to gain control of the wildland fire on Pleasanton Ridge on Thursday evening. Meanwhile crews were also battling a larger fire outside Livermore.
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Ortega, Kumagai set for runoff in AD20 raceIn the primary for newly redrawn State Assembly District 20, voters chose longtime labor leader Liz Ortega as the top candidate and Dublin City Councilmember Shawn Kumagai in second place.
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First phase of Valley Link enters federal grant programThe Regional Rail Authority announced earlier this month that the Federal Transit Administration has approved entry of the Valley Link rail project Phase 1 into project development of the Capital Investment Grants program.
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Grand opening of Livermorium Plaza brings art and science to downtownThe city of Livermore has completed another component of its ongoing downtown revitalization plan with the official opening of Livermorium Plaza, nearly one year after work began on the project.
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LVJUSD Superintendent Bowers retiring this monthKelly Bowers, superintendent of schools for the Livermore Valley Joint Unified School District, announced Friday that she is retiring after serving 12 years in the role.
Police: Exchange of gunfire in Pleasanton after car break-in
Pleasanton police are investigating after an exchange of gunfire during an apparent auto theft attempt in the Canyon Meadows... Last comment 22 hours ago | 3 comments
Fire crews gaining control of Pleasanton Ridge fire; evacuations lifted
Evacuation orders were canceled, allowing residents to return home, as firefighters began to gain control of the wildland... Last comment on Jun 23, 2022 at 10:59 pm | 1 comment
Amador Valley High principal Butterfield stepping down for district-level position
Joshua Butterfield is resigning from his position as Amador Valley High School principal to take on the role of director... Last comment on Jun 27, 2022 at 9:50 pm | 1 comment
Supreme Court overturns federal abortion rights
The Supreme Court reversed the court's Roe v. Wade decision granting women the federal right to an abortion in the U.S.,... Last comment on Jun 28, 2022 at 7:58 pm | 20 comments
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"Antarctica 6"
On a cruise ship in Antarctica. Left to right: Bruce and Barbara McLeod, Bev and Dave Naegle, Susan and Scott Nelson. Yes, it's cold there, even in their "summer".
Submitted by Barbara McLeod (sent from account of Scott an on Feb 23, 2017
Administrative turnover comes into view at Pleasanton Unified
The Pleasanton Unified School District is undergoing several changes in its upper administration at the district office before the new school year starts. Wednesday, 8:05 PM
Pleasanton council reallocates reserve money to skate park project
The Pleasanton City Council approved the 2022-23 midterm budget and capital improvement program during last week's meeting, which included a plan to move $1 million from the rainy day reserve funds to the skate park project. Wednesday, 8:09 PM
Police: Exchange of gunfire in Pleasanton after car break-in
Pleasanton police are investigating after an exchange of gunfire during an apparent auto theft attempt in the Canyon Meadows neighborhood just before dawn Tuesday. Tuesday, 1:42 PM | 3 comments
Livermore-Pleasanton firefighters' new labor agreement on verge of passing
After almost a year of negotiations, an updated labor contract between the Livermore-Pleasanton Fire Department and the local firefighters union is poised to be officially approved next month. Wednesday, 5:12 PM
Pleasanton Preps: Foothill bids farewell to longtime athletic trainer Jacobs
When you decide to leave the school athletic program that has become more of a family experience, it makes it that much tougher. Such is the case of trainer Elicia Jacobs, who is departing Foothill as her family is moving to Colorado. Tuesday, 3:47 PM
Two teens arrested at end of hour-plus freeway chase following armed carjacking in Livermore
Two Merced teenagers were taken into custody last week after allegedly leading CHP officers on a high-speed chase up and down multiple freeways in a minivan carjacked at gunpoint in Livermore more than an hour earlier. Tuesday, 9:30 PM
Celebrate Community Family Day in downtown Pleasanton on Saturday
Museum on Main is partnering with the Pleasanton Military Families association for their annual Celebrate Community Family Day held on July 2, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on the museum's front lawn.
Tuesday, 10:27 PM
What to know about the California budget
Gov. Gavin Newsom and legislative leaders agree to a record budget that includes another round of tax rebates. Here are other highlights of the agreement, including spending for abortion access, public schools and small businesses. Tuesday, 9:36 PM
Readers' Choice 2022: Here are the winners!
Our readers have spoken, the ballots have been counted and now we're ready to reveal the winners of the 2022 Readers' Choice contest -- another must-see special section spotlighting the best of the best in Pleasanton. Friday, 12:32 AM
Fourth of July fireworks show returning to Livermore
The city of Livermore and Livermore Downtown Inc. are gearing up to bring back the in-person Independence Day fireworks show. Monday, 4:11 PM
Alameda County health officials end mask mandate
People in Alameda County could again choose not to wear a mask in most indoor settings starting on Saturday, health officials announced in a news release three weeks after they reinstated the mask mandate amid a COVID-19 surge in June. Sunday, 4:55 PM | 1 comments
Want to run for office in Pleasanton? City workshop to lay out required steps
The Pleasanton City Clerk's Office is hosting a pre-nomination orientation this Wednesday at 6 p.m. in the Pleasanton Public Library for prospective candidates considering a bid for city elected office in the general election. Tuesday, 4:47 AM
After Supreme Court overturns federal abortion rights, governor signs Bauer-Kahan bill protecting access
The Supreme Court reversed the court's Roe v. Wade decision granting women the federal right to an abortion in the U.S., sending authority back to the states. In reaction, Gov. Newsom signed Bauer-Kahan's protection bill on Friday. Sunday, 4:58 PM | 20 comments
Chevron selling HQ, moving to new San Ramon site; employees given option to relocate to Texas
Chevron, perhaps San Ramon's most well-known corporate resident, plans to sell its headquarters plaza off Bollinger Canyon Road and move to a new leased space in the city while allowing some local employees to relocate to Houston. Tuesday, 4:45 AM
Amador Valley High principal Butterfield stepping down for district-level position
Joshua Butterfield is resigning from his position as Amador Valley High School principal to take on the role of director of secondary education for the Pleasanton Unified School District next month. Sunday, 4:46 PM | 1 comments
Crews gain control of Pleasanton Ridge fire
Evacuation orders were canceled, allowing residents to return home, as firefighters began to gain control of the wildland fire on Pleasanton Ridge on Thursday evening. Meanwhile crews were also battling a larger fire outside Livermore. Thursday, 10:49 PM | 1 comments
Local agencies react after state bans watering of non-residential, non-functional turf
Tri-Valley water agencies recommend non-residential property owners convert to smarter lawns and low-water landscaping, following the California State Water Resources Control Board's new emergency water conservation regulation. Wednesday, June 22, 3:44 PM | 4 comments
New PUSD student trustee aims to improve transparency between district, youth
Incoming Foothill senior Annabelle Kim is preparing for her role as the second Pleasanton Unified student trustee, a position that she said hope to use to enact changes that would benefit students and the community. Sunday, 8:03 PM | 1 comments
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