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Are major changes coming to your electric bill? 5 things you should know

California's three largest electric utilities, including PG&E, have proposed a plan to charge customers not just for how...

Original post made on Jul. 31, 2023
Last comment by Rich Buckley, on Aug 8, 2023 at 12:56 pm | 9 comments | 6011 Views

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DeSaulnier, Swalwell among lawmakers expressing 'strong' concern over proposed toll hikes on Bay Area bridges

At least seven California representatives have expressed 'strong' concern over proposed state legislation that would raise...

Original post made on Aug. 6, 2023
Last comment by MichaelB, on Aug 6, 2023 at 10:21 pm | 1 comment | 2936 Views

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Californians are smoking less: Why that's a problem for these early childhood services

For 25 years, some of California's best-known early childhood services have been funded by an almost ironic source: Taxes...

Original post made on Aug. 2, 2023
Last comment by MichaelB, on Aug 2, 2023 at 12:02 pm | 1 comment | 2070 Views

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Sunol mom organizes car caravan to raise awareness about child sex trafficking

A group of 18 Tri-Valley residents took to the street on Sunday with their cars covered in paint and signage to raise awareness...

Original post made on Aug. 2, 2023
There are no comments yet. 4208 Views

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Collection of beloved Barbie dolls on display in Pleasanton

As 'Barbie' continues to dominate at the box office, Pleasanton resident Dorothy 'Dottie' Soule is displaying her collection...

Original post made on Aug. 1, 2023
Last comment by Deborah, on Aug 1, 2023 at 7:09 pm | 1 comment | 3473 Views

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What a Week: Covering a spate of terrible crashes in the Tri-Valley

We never really know what the weekend is going to bring us, breaking news-wise. Unfortunately the Tri-Valley got it in spades...

Original post made on Jul. 31, 2023
Last comment by Deborah, on Jul 31, 2023 at 8:00 am | 1 comment | 3342 Views

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Pleasanton council advances process to increase water service rates

The Pleasanton City Council green-lit the first step in the process to raise water service rates, starting at a proposed...

Original post made on Jul. 21, 2023
Last comment by BF, on Jul 28, 2023 at 1:19 pm | 7 comments | 4405 Views

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Pleasanton: City installing traffic modifications along Valley Avenue

New traffic improvements to help ensure pedestrian safety while using crosswalks are set to be installed this week along...

Original post made on Jul. 28, 2023
Last comment by been there, on Jul 28, 2023 at 9:57 am | 2 comments | 4036 Views

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Community survey shows 91% of respondents praising quality of life in Pleasanton

A recent community survey showed that while Pleasanton residents continue to highly praise the quality of life and safety...

Original post made on Jul. 27, 2023
Last comment by Becky Dennis, on Jul 27, 2023 at 9:44 am | 1 comment | 3761 Views

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Pleasanton Water Woes - Rate Increases, PFAS, Tone Deaf Council Members

Last night's city council water rate meeting is history. The discussion continues. Balch valiantly tried to inject business...

Original post made by Michael Austin on Jul. 19, 2023
Last comment by LongTimeP-Towner, on Jul 25, 2023 at 12:16 pm | 3 comments | 933 Views

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Police data shows car theft uptick in Pleasanton

Over the last few years, there has been a significant surge in car thefts throughout the U.S., with California specifically...

Original post made on Jul. 25, 2023
Last comment by Michael Austin , on Jul 25, 2023 at 12:11 pm | 3 comments | 5443 Views

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Pleasanton considering three years of water rate increases, starting at 30% hike in November

The Pleasanton City Council is set for an initial discussion on proposed increases to the city's water rates, starting at...

Original post made on Jul. 17, 2023
Last comment by Michael Austin , on Jul 21, 2023 at 11:33 am | 29 comments | 6876 Views

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Pleasanton Preps: Tri-Valley Babe Ruth all-stars competing for spot in World Series

Last year the Tri-Valley Babe Ruth 14-year-old all-star team lived the dream summer. Fast forward to this year and it is...

Original post made on Jul. 21, 2023
Last comment by Freddie Wallis, on Jul 21, 2023 at 5:15 am | 1 comment | 4156 Views

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RV hits car after car while barreling down shoulder of I-580 over Altamont Pass

CHP officers arrested the driver of a recreational vehicle to end a brief standoff about a half-hour after the motorhome...

Original post made on Jul. 19, 2023
Last comment by Carole Lee Manning, on Jul 19, 2023 at 12:31 pm | 1 comment | 6424 Views

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Recall effort aims to remove Alameda County District Attorney Price

An effort underway to recall Alameda County District Attorney Pamela Price maintains she has been too lenient on criminals....

Original post made on Jul. 17, 2023
Last comment by S.R., on Jul 18, 2023 at 4:16 pm | 4 comments | 8253 Views

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Golden Gate Fields horse racing track to close at end of 2023 season

The Golden Gate Fields horse racing track near Berkeley is shutting down after its current 2023 season, the company that...

Original post made on Jul. 18, 2023
Last comment by Ptown Baseball Dad , on Jul 18, 2023 at 10:49 am | 1 comment | 3110 Views

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CHP: Passenger killed after being thrown from car on Livermore freeway; driver flees scene

A passenger died after being ejected from a car speeding down Interstate 580 in Livermore, and the driver and another surviving...

Original post made on Jul. 18, 2023
There are no comments yet. 5213 Views

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Discussion Tuesday of 30% increase in water rates, more in subsequent years

The Pleasanton City Council will hold a special meeting at 7 p.m. Tuesday at Operations Services Center, to discuss an approximate...

Original post made on Jul. 17, 2023
Last comment by Warren Hanson, on Jul 17, 2023 at 6:03 pm | 1 comment | 2047 Views

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Judge sentences man who accepted plea deal after being charged in three murders

The Alameda County DA's Office announced that Delonzo Logwood, who was charged with three murders in 2015, was sentenced...

Original post made on Jul. 17, 2023
Last comment by Willy, on Jul 17, 2023 at 9:30 am | 1 comment | 3682 Views

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Juanita Haugen Scholarship / Fundraising Event

The Community of Character Scholarship honors the memory of Juanita Haugen, trustee and president of Pleasanton School Boards...

Original post made by Ken mano on Jul. 17, 2023
There are no comments yet. 433 Views
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