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Policymakers: Public transit will go over 'fiscal cliff' without more state dollars

As the upcoming state budget deadline looms over California, state policymakers warned Gov. Gavin Newsom that his ambitious...

Original post made on Jun. 5, 2023
Last comment by Willy, on Jun 5, 2023 at 9:45 am | 1 comment | 1154 Views

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Editorial: Code of conduct the right idea prompted for the wrong reasons

The creation of 'Norms and Code of Conduct' could have been a positive turn for the Pleasanton City Council. But it was only...

Original post made on Jun. 1, 2023
Last comment by Jake Waters, on Jun 5, 2023 at 9:41 am | 14 comments | 4764 Views

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Alameda County judge escapes injury when robbed at gunpoint

An Alameda County Superior Court judge escaped injury when he was robbed at gunpoint Thursday morning in Oakland, according...

Original post made on Jun. 5, 2023
Last comment by Jake Waters, on Jun 5, 2023 at 9:06 am | 1 comment | 2010 Views

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What a Week: 'A dream come true' for Valley Humane Society

Pet support nonprofit Valley Humane Society celebrated a truly monumental accomplishment earlier this spring -- the ceremonial...

Original post made on Jun. 3, 2023
Last comment by Deborah, on Jun 3, 2023 at 6:53 pm | 1 comment | 2810 Views

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New study to look at fare evasion on BART system

BART has a fare evasion problem. Solutions, or at least the data to inform them, are being collected as part of a study announced...

Original post made on Jun. 2, 2023
Last comment by VickiC, on Jun 2, 2023 at 10:59 am | 1 comment | 1423 Views

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Pleasanton: City details contract offer rejected by police union before declaring impasse

Pleasanton city negotiators offered unionized police personnel raises between 15% to 18% over three years as part of its...

Original post made on May. 26, 2023
Last comment by MsVic, on May 29, 2023 at 11:49 am | 4 comments | 4018 Views

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Work begins to refill Shadow Cliffs Lake

For the first time since 2020, the lake at Pleasanton's Shadow Cliffs Regional Recreation Area could soon have enough water...

Original post made on May. 10, 2023
Last comment by Jeff Durban, on May 26, 2023 at 10:43 am | 6 comments | 13078 Views

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Pleasanton council to discuss norms, code of conduct during special meeting

The Pleasanton City Council is set to hold a special meeting Tuesday where staff will be asking the members to consider endorsing...

Original post made on May. 23, 2023
Last comment by MsVic, on May 24, 2023 at 9:30 am | 6 comments | 3856 Views

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Pleasanton council to review comprehensive water supply alternatives list

Pleasanton's water supply is back on the City Council agenda with staff presenting an update on the city's water supply alternatives...

Original post made on May. 16, 2023
Last comment by MsVic, on May 21, 2023 at 8:32 am | 4 comments | 2174 Views

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What a Week: Pleasanton Weekly wins CNPA awards for news coverage during 2022

This week I'm proud to announce that our editorial team has been recognized by our peers across the state with seven awards...

Original post made on May. 19, 2023
Last comment by keeknlinda, on May 19, 2023 at 7:23 pm | 2 comments | 3108 Views

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A multigenerational get-together in Pleasanton

Over 50 grandparents and their grandchildren ate ice cream, made sandcastles and interacted with a newly reimagined sensory...

Original post made on May. 19, 2023
Last comment by Liz field, on May 19, 2023 at 10:00 am | 1 comment | 2722 Views

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Pleasanton Downtown Association, executive director Karl abruptly part ways

Pleasanton Downtown Association Board President Randall Brown confirmed to the Weekly on Wednesday that the association has...

Original post made on May. 11, 2023
Last comment by Lauren Y., on May 18, 2023 at 6:45 pm | 6 comments | 7856 Views

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Amador Valley's Kiyoi named PUSD's 2023 Teacher of the Year

When Amador Valley High School math and science teacher Kevin Kiyoi first got out of college with a mining engineering degree,...

Original post made on May. 9, 2023
Last comment by Naveed Khan, on May 17, 2023 at 4:01 pm | 1 comment | 2863 Views

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Reparations panel recommends possible millions for eligible Black Californians

A task force approved economic models for lawmakers to calculate the costs of historical racism in California. CalMatters...

Original post made on May. 16, 2023
Last comment by Jake Waters, on May 16, 2023 at 8:46 am | 1 comment | 1591 Views

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Newsom picks BART's assistant inspector general to replace embattled boss

Gov. Gavin Newsom appointed BART's assistant inspector general to head the Office of the Inspector General after her boss...

Original post made on May. 15, 2023
Last comment by Mr. Julius, on May 15, 2023 at 9:41 am | 1 comment | 1880 Views

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Nominee Charmelle Bjelkengren

During Senate hearing for nominee Charmelle Bjelkergren, she was asked basic questions on the U.S. Constitution. "Tell...

Original post made by Michael Austin on May. 12, 2023
Last comment by Michael Austin , on May 13, 2023 at 6:25 pm | 1 comment | 248 Views

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Pleasanton council reviews progress report for city's Climate Action Plan 2.0

The Pleasanton City Council last week received its first yearly update on city staff's progress in implementing the Climate...

Original post made on May. 10, 2023
Last comment by Jake Waters, on May 10, 2023 at 12:05 pm | 1 comment | 2014 Views

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Sunol parents speak out after Trustee Hurley wades into San Ramon Valley school board debate over gender identity book

Some Sunol Glen School parents spoke out to either convey their disappointment in new Trustee Linda Hurley, or to offer support...

Original post made on Apr. 10, 2023
Last comment by Jane Barlow , on May 8, 2023 at 10:38 pm | 2 comments | 5035 Views

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Police: Man killed in attempted robbery at apartment complex in Pleasanton

A man died after being stabbed at an apartment complex in Pleasanton on Monday morning, and city police are currently looking...

Original post made on May. 2, 2023
Last comment by Mike, on May 8, 2023 at 7:36 pm | 3 comments | 9967 Views

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Rainbow trout in Alameda Creek signals return of normal migration

Local conservationists focused on restoring Alameda Creek as a habitat for steelhead trout are celebrating what they call...

Original post made on May. 8, 2023
Last comment by Cheryl, on May 8, 2023 at 6:07 am | 1 comment | 3967 Views
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2023 guide to summer camps

Looking for something for the kids to do this summer, learn something new and have fun? The Summer Camp Guide features local camps for all ages and interests.

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