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Glazer won't run for reelection to State Senate, doesn't want to test term limit gray areaTri-Valley State Senator Steve Glazer has announced his current term in the seat through next year will be his last, paving...
Original post made on Aug. 22, 2023Last comment by Becky, on Aug 22, 2023 at 10:07 am | 1 comment | 3737 Views
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Community crowds City Council meeting to demand better contract for police unionNearly 60 Pleasanton residents, former city leaders and police officers packed Tuesday night's City Council meeting to demand...
Original post made on Aug. 16, 2023Last comment by Birdland Resident, on Aug 22, 2023 at 9:31 am | 19 comments | 6205 Views
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County approves 47-acre cemetery planned for north LivermoreThe Alameda County Board of Supervisors voted last week to approve a new 47-acre cemetery planned for unincorporated north...
Original post made on Aug. 22, 2023Last comment by Jack, on Aug 22, 2023 at 1:58 am | 1 comment | 2437 Views
STATE, NATIONAL, INTERNATIONAL
CPUC Selling You Out AgainIt’s a bad sign when the CPUC is moving to block churches from building solar on their own roofs, during an energy crisis....
Original post made by Alan Marling on Aug. 19, 2023There are no comments yet. 818 Views
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Congressmen hold joint town hall meeting in DublinU.S. Reps. Mark DeSaulnier and Eric Swalwell recently hosted a joint town hall session at Shannon Community Center in Dublin...
Original post made on Aug. 19, 2023Last comment by MichaelB, on Aug 19, 2023 at 9:57 am | 1 comment | 1942 Views
AROUND TOWN
Ultrasound technician accused of sexual battery at Stanford Health CareA Stanford Health Care ultrasound technician has been arrested by Palo Alto police for allegedly sexually assaulting two...
Original post made on Aug. 18, 2023There are no comments yet. 2612 Views
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Pleasanton couple reflect on being in Maui during devastating wildfiresTwo Pleasanton residents were among the numerous visitors to Maui who were caught off guard by the unexpected and catastrophic...
Original post made on Aug. 17, 2023Last comment by Claudette McDermott, on Aug 17, 2023 at 10:25 am | 1 comment | 2841 Views
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Pleasanton's Leadership Crisis: Why We Must Take Action NowPleasanton is at an unmistakable crossroads. Some of you may know that I recently ran for City Council and lost to my opponent...
Original post made by Dean Wallace on Aug. 15, 2023Last comment by PtownRes, on Aug 17, 2023 at 8:00 am | 5 comments | 3784 Views
SPORTS
Pleasanton Preps: Could EBAL tackle football be supplanted by flag football?While it is exciting to look at the new girls' flag football league getting underway in EBAL, it could also be a precursor...
Original post made on Aug. 16, 2023Last comment by Greg Thome, on Aug 16, 2023 at 11:29 am | 1 comment | 5165 Views
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Pleasanton: Tensions continue to rise as mediation fails in stalled contract negotiations between city, police unionIt's two months since the Pleasanton Police Officers Association declared an impasse during its labor talks with the city...
Original post made on Jul. 30, 2023Last comment by MsVic, on Aug 16, 2023 at 10:39 am | 22 comments | 8668 Views
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Opponents of Alameda County DA Price serve notice of recall driveOpponents of Alameda County District Attorney Pamela Price have given formal notification that they intend to remove her...
Original post made on Aug. 16, 2023Last comment by Willy, on Aug 16, 2023 at 9:32 am | 1 comment | 3108 Views
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A new school year in PleasantonSchool is back in session at Pleasanton Unified, and the Weekly recently sat down with Superintendent David Haglund for a...
Original post made on Aug. 11, 2023Last comment by Frustrated Voter, on Aug 14, 2023 at 10:14 am | 6 comments | 5981 Views
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Red Cross Blood Drive: Friday, September 22, 2023YOUR donations can save a life! Donations scheduled in Pleasanton: Friday, September 22, 2023 from 10:00am to 4:00pm At...
Original post made by Ken mano on Aug. 13, 2023There are no comments yet. 646 Views
SCHOOLS & KIDS
Guest Opinion: What AI won't teach our kidsAt the end of the day, AI is just a tool. AI will never replace the human element of teaching our children values of moral...
Original post made on Aug. 4, 2023Last comment by Michael Austin , on Aug 12, 2023 at 7:27 pm | 2 comments | 6103 Views
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What a Week: Obituaries leave lasting impactThe obits on our Lasting Memories page, along with those that run in our paper, always seem so insightful and heartfelt while...
Original post made on Aug. 11, 2023Last comment by Janeen , on Aug 11, 2023 at 4:47 pm | 2 comments | 4167 Views
SCHOOLS & KIDS
Congratulations to Dublin Parents, and “Parents Know Your Rights!” a symposium in PleasantonCongratulations to the parents of children in Dublin Unified School District (DUSD) for your victory in preventing the DUSD...
Original post made by Midji R. / David B. on Jul. 30, 2023Last comment by Former PTown Resident, on Aug 11, 2023 at 7:28 am | 1 comment | 768 Views
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Alameda County DA Price facing critics seeking to recall her, declaring public safety crisisFirst-year District Attorney Pamela Price says she is reforming a biased criminal justice system, but a leader in the recall...
Original post made on Jul. 31, 2023Last comment by Al Bronzini, on Aug 10, 2023 at 4:06 pm | 4 comments | 5851 Views
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You're invited to a beautiful night out!Support Scholarships for Pleasanton Students If you and your wife or husband are due for a wonderful night out, this is...
Original post made by Ken mano on Aug. 10, 2023There are no comments yet. 554 Views
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Pleasanton: Roadwork delays push Costco store opening deeper into 2024With building permits under review by the city, Costco is ready to break ground on constructing its first store in Pleasanton...
Original post made on Jun. 20, 2023Last comment by Mike Catrina, on Aug 9, 2023 at 2:22 pm | 7 comments | 28915 Views
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DeSaulnier, Swalwell among lawmakers expressing 'strong' concern over proposed toll hikes on Bay Area bridgesAt least seven California representatives have expressed 'strong' concern over proposed state legislation that would raise...
Original post made on Aug. 6, 2023Last comment by MichaelB, on Aug 6, 2023 at 10:21 pm | 1 comment | 3232 Views
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