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Valley Avenue SidewalkDoes anyone know if there are plans to re-open the north sidewalk of Valley Avenue opposite Harvest Park Middle school? A...
Original post made by Elementary Mom on Jul. 16, 2017Last comment by Another W.G. Parent, 12 hours ago | 2 comments | 166 Views
CRIMES & INCIDENTS
Man suspected of stealing high-end bicycle from Pleasanton storePleasanton police on Friday released photos of a man who allegedly stole a bicycle worth $8,400 from a shop in town last...
Original post made on Jul. 21, 2017Last comment by First World, on Jul 22, 2017 at 12:52 am | 4 comments | 972 Views
COMMENTS ON STORIES
Junipero-Independence traffic calming draft plan set for community review MondayPleasanton city officials are scheduled to hold a community meeting Monday evening to receive public input on the draft calming...
Original post made on Jul. 20, 2017Last comment by LanceM, on Jul 21, 2017 at 10:46 pm | 13 comments | 1293 Views
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Local food truck forced to move from longtime spot, relocates across streetA food truck that has operated on Vineyard Avenue since the 1990s was recently forced to relocate -- albeit not far from...
Original post made on Jul. 18, 2017Last comment by FrequentWalkerMiles, on Jul 21, 2017 at 2:43 pm | 27 comments | 3206 Views
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Editorial: Fair attracts nearly half-a-million to PleasantonDespite an opening week with record-high temperatures, the Alameda County Fair closed out its extended 20-day run July 9...
Original post made on Jul. 21, 2017Last comment by Mike, on Jul 21, 2017 at 12:53 pm | 1 comment | 1026 Views
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ACE Train stuck on track this morning?Was driving from downtown and noticed the ACE Train stopped on the overpass over Bernal at Case Avenue? Any news on this?...
Original post made by K on Jul. 21, 2017There are no comments yet. 55 Views
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Keeping cool in the Tri-ValleyFor the true, time-tested way to escape the heat, look to the water. Tri-Valley residents have many different options at...
Original post made on Jul. 21, 2017Last comment by hvac, on Jul 21, 2017 at 4:12 am | 1 comment | 1344 Views
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School board signs off on law firm agreementsThe Pleasanton school board has approved several new hires as well as contracts for next school year between PUSD and four...
Original post made on Jul. 20, 2017Last comment by Flightops, on Jul 20, 2017 at 5:37 pm | 2 comments | 221 Views
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Food truck moved thanks to code enforcement etc....well since when is blocking a city street legal? come on code enforcers of Ptown-every hot day a major gridlock on Neal...
Original post made by Taco lover on Jul. 19, 2017Last comment by no name chosen, on Jul 20, 2017 at 12:43 pm | 1 comment | 88 Views
COMMENTS ON STORIES
City Council approves Alviso Adobe Community Park Implementation PlanThe Pleasanton City Council unanimously endorsed the Alviso Adobe Community Park Implementation Plan on Tuesday night, outlining...
Original post made on Jul. 19, 2017Last comment by Michael Austin, on Jul 19, 2017 at 7:10 pm | 3 comments | 1244 Views
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Costco Big Loser TodayAmazon announced today that they will buy Whole Foods. According to some analysts, Costco will be the biggest loser of this...
Original post made by Kelly K. on Jun. 16, 2017Last comment by Gina Channell, Pleasanton Weekly Publisher, on Jul 19, 2017 at 3:17 pm | 109 comments | 4202 Views
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Pleasanton's weather expert throws out Oakland A's first pitchPleasanton's Roberta Gonzales, known throughout the Bay Area as a weather anchor and reporter for KPIX 5 TV and KCBS Radio,...
Original post made on Jul. 5, 2017Last comment by sambhav, on Jul 18, 2017 at 9:55 pm | 1 comment | 1510 Views
COMMENTS ON STORIES
San Ramon Valley's I-680 express lanes set to open in early fallExpress lanes on the Interstate 680 just north of Pleasanton are nearing completion, scheduled to open in early fall, though...
Original post made on Jul. 16, 2017Last comment by Pleasanton Parent , on Jul 18, 2017 at 8:21 pm | 10 comments | 2244 Views
SCHOOLS & KIDS
County Board of Education elects new president, vice presidentThe Alameda County Board of Education has selected a new president and vice president for the 2017-18 school year, including...
Original post made on Jul. 16, 2017Last comment by Spudly, on Jul 18, 2017 at 1:17 pm | 5 comments | 1522 Views
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Commission delays decision on Valley Trails home's 2nd-floor additionThe Pleasanton Planning Commission discussed a dispute between Valley Trails neighbors over one family's proposal to redesign...
Original post made on Jul. 17, 2017Last comment by Pleasanton Parent, on Jul 17, 2017 at 7:00 pm | 5 comments | 1569 Views
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City Needs Airing OutFor the past 18 years, one of the best kept culinary secrets in the Tri Valley has been the authentic Mexican cuisine cooked...
Original post made by Randall Frost on Jul. 15, 2017Last comment by Grapevines, on Jul 17, 2017 at 6:51 pm | 17 comments | 1251 Views
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PUSD asking for contributions at Macy's?My wife made a purchase at Macy's and the lady behind the counter asked if she would like to contribute to Pleasanton Unified...
Original post made by Crumudgeon on Jul. 15, 2017Last comment by BobB, on Jul 17, 2017 at 4:06 pm | 7 comments | 484 Views
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Swalwell again targets student loan debtLocal U.S. Rep. Eric Swalwell continues to set his sights on student loan debt, spending a week earlier this summer reintroducing...
Original post made on Jul. 12, 2017Last comment by Taxpayer, on Jul 17, 2017 at 10:51 am | 30 comments | 2454 Views
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County's public defender criticizes plan to hold most arraignments in DublinAlameda County Public Defender Brendon Woods on Thursday criticized the plan by the county's top judge to hold all in-custody...
Original post made on Jun. 29, 2017Last comment by Lee , on Jul 16, 2017 at 8:46 am | 22 comments | 2008 Views
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City moving forward with new outdoor seating area, bike corral downtownDowntown Pleasanton is set to receive two new public amenities in the place of three roadside parking spots, at least in...
Original post made on Jun. 26, 2017Last comment by cymru, on Jul 15, 2017 at 10:35 pm | 37 comments | 4301 Views
