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Sacrificing for Success: Unseen strugglesThe average household income in Pleasanton was $145,000 in 2014, and the median single-family home was $732,000. Many believe...
Original post made on Feb. 5, 2016Last comment by FrequentWalkerMiles, on Feb 10, 2016 at 12:27 pm | 27 comments | 11836 Views
COMMENTS ON STORIES
Pleasanton Council honors the late Jean JonesActions by the Pleasanton City Council have wrapped up final affairs for Jean Jones, who died last year in her home at 309...
Original post made on Feb. 9, 2016Last comment by Mary Nocar, on Feb 10, 2016 at 10:42 am | 2 comments | 6729 Views
AROUND TOWN
New Leaf Pleasanton Introduces Sustainable, Farm-Raised SalmonAttention seafood lovers! Read on to learn what is so special about the salmon that New Leaf Community Market, at 3550 Bernal...
Original post made by Patti Bond on Feb. 9, 2016There are no comments yet. 1699 Views
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Spring comes to Pleasanton in time for Lincoln's birthdayWhile our friends in many midwestern and eastern states are still battling the snow and chills of winter, it's an early spring...
Original post made on Feb. 9, 2016Last comment by tiki3, on Feb 9, 2016 at 7:49 pm | 1 comment | 3749 Views
SCHOOLS & KIDS
CTC infoIf you're interested in what credentials, certificates or permits your children's teachers hold, visit the Commission on...
Original post made by If you\'re curious on Feb. 9, 2016Last comment by Josie, on Feb 9, 2016 at 7:04 pm | 1 comment | 1946 Views
STATE, NATIONAL, INTERNATIONAL
Pleasanton police seize 4 San Jose men after chase for auto burglariesPleasanton police arrested four men from San Jose early Monday after they were spotted burglarizing a truck parked in the...
Original post made on Feb. 9, 2016Last comment by Cheryl , on Feb 9, 2016 at 12:15 pm | 1 comment | 8534 Views
COMMENTS ON STORIES
Lund Ranch referendum petitions due at 5 p.m. tonightProponents of placing a measure on the June ballot to overturn the City Council's approval of a 43-home development in Lund...
Original post made on Feb. 5, 2016Last comment by Alexis B, on Feb 8, 2016 at 9:05 pm | 68 comments | 5828 Views
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Readers sound off on possible Lund Ranch referendumLetters, phone calls and Town Square postings on the Pleasanton Weekly's website have been coming fast and furiously since...
Original post made on Jan. 21, 2016Last comment by Kathleen Ruegsegger, on Feb 8, 2016 at 4:23 pm | 64 comments | 7828 Views
SPORTS
Super Bowl 50 fans can purchase merchandise at 50% offSuper Bowl 50 fans can purchase merchandise at 50% off starting today. Read the full story here http://www.pleasantonweekly.com/news/2016/02/08/super-bowl-50-fans-can-purchase-me...
Original post made on Feb. 8, 2016Last comment by Paul Q, on Feb 8, 2016 at 9:33 am | 1 comment | 3969 Views
SCHOOLS & KIDS
Super Bowl AVHSI heard from my kids that 80 people are performing at the Super Bowl halftime show? Is that true?...
Original post made by Jonathon on Feb. 4, 2016Last comment by Julie, on Feb 6, 2016 at 10:17 pm | 2 comments | 2326 Views
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Referendum signatures turned in .... Thank goodness city council minutes exposes liars and those telling the truthI am pleased to learn that 6000 signatures have been submitted to referendum Lund Ranch. I don't understand why current...
Original post made by facts are facts on Feb. 5, 2016Last comment by facts are facts, on Feb 6, 2016 at 5:54 pm | 10 comments | 1927 Views
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Supervisor Miley at Pleasanton Farmer's Market 2/6Alameda County Supervisor Nate Miley will be at the Pleasanton Farmer's Market tomorrow morning (2/6). He'd love to share...
Original post made by Rachel Weiler on Feb. 5, 2016There are no comments yet. 1572 Views
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Big events tomorrow could mean record BART ridershipBig events in San Francisco and Oakland tomorrow could make for record-breaking ridership on BART. Read the full story here...
Original post made on Feb. 5, 2016Last comment by Blake Nahmias, on Feb 5, 2016 at 11:29 am | 2 comments | 3974 Views
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Making phased retirement work for youPhased retirement is gaining steam. But before you sign on, it's important to understand how "phasing out" may affect your...
Original post made on Feb. 5, 2016Last comment by Daniel Scott, on Feb 5, 2016 at 8:40 am | 1 comment | 3056 Views
SPORTS
There is Still Time to Register for T-Ball, Farm and Single A Little LeaguePleasanton Foothill Little League baseball registration remains open and there is still time to register for those who want...
Original post made by Mindy Long on Feb. 4, 2016There are no comments yet. 2387 Views
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Referendum opponents complain to City Council about strong-arm tactics of signature gatherersOpponents of placing a measure on the June ballot to overturn the City Council's approval of a 43-home development in Pleasanton's...
Original post made on Feb. 3, 2016Last comment by Me Too, on Feb 3, 2016 at 10:46 pm | 24 comments | 5996 Views
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Myth vs Fact Lund Ranch Day 3Myth vs Fact Day 3 Myth - I signed the form and now have found out I was not told the truth about the referendum, but...
Original post made by MsVic on Feb. 3, 2016Last comment by Isn't it Ironic?, on Feb 3, 2016 at 9:49 pm | 4 comments | 1678 Views
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Lund Ranch II Puppet Master Exposed - ContinuedMore evidence is revealed regarding how profit hungry builder and puppet master Greenbriar is holding strings and providing...
Original post made by Dan on Feb. 3, 2016Last comment by Susan, on Feb 3, 2016 at 9:13 pm | 7 comments | 2092 Views
COMMENTS ON STORIES
Police seeking gunman who robbed Arby's restaurant on Owens DrivePolice are seeking a suspect who robbed Arby's restaurant on Owens Drive near Hopyard Road at gunpoint Saturday night, making...
Original post made on Feb. 1, 2016Last comment by Sam, on Feb 3, 2016 at 8:08 pm | 12 comments | 5088 Views
CRIMES & INCIDENTS
Pleasanton man shot in I-680 road rage incidentInvestigators are trying to locate a driver who shot a Pleasanton man in Fremont early this morning after a highway road-rage...
Original post made on Oct. 24, 2013Last comment by Sad, on Feb 3, 2016 at 5:03 pm | 8 comments | 11482 Views
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