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How a 10-year-old decision changed the calculus for Pleasanton today
The shadow of a 10-year-old decision driven by the drought hung over the Pleasanton City Council Tuesday evening when it discussed a major housing development in East Pleasanton beyond Valley Avenue.
Lamenting leisure lost in the Tri-Valley as Danville Bowl becomes latest to bite the dust
“The closure represents yet another recreation opportunity gone from the area, somewhere close by that teenagers, families, couples, seniors and singles alike could go for a little fun.”
Goodness Village facing multiple milestones
“Goodness Village will celebrate its fourth anniversary this June and is approaching multiple additional milestones.”
Café Calamari brings Mediterranean vibes to Downtown Livermore
Café Calamari livens up the Downtown Livermore dining scene with well-crafted Mediterranean food and an experienced chef-owner.
For Andy Williams: Winding career path brings Johnny Orenberg back to hometown Firehouse with new tribute show
Musical performance has been a constant in his life for Johnny Orenberg, even manifesting in unexpected and inspiring ways amid his recent career change.
Taylor Family Foundation enters new season
“It’s transition time for the Taylor Family Foundation with key parts of its mission achieved.”
It is impossible to plan right now
The rapid-fire rollout of hastily crafted federal policies is hurting the state’s ability to forecast energy demand or more generally do meaningful planning.
Lunching during Taste Tri-Valley Restaurant Week
Taste Tri-Valley offers cost saving experiences for casual lunches, full-on dining, and winery tastings through March 2.
SPARC set for theatrical readings of two evocative works in Science@Play series next month
While most often associated with Shakespeare (which is the “S” in its official full name), SPARC Theater continues to embrace another “s” word that is closely linked to its hometown of Livermore … science.
The facts are in and Pleasanton faces tough budget challenges
“The Pleasanton City Council, city staff and interested citizens now have the same facts to dig into the city’s financial situation as they develops a new two-year budget.”
Foothill’s finest: Remembering three former Falcons we lost last month
“Those personal links — even among strangers — can be why obituaries hit our hearts the most. To read them all is to become better connected with Pleasanton and the entire Tri-Valley.”
Newsom adds another twist to high-speed rail project
California Republican leaders have been heartened by Donald Trump’s election and have sent him a letter urging him to spike any federal money for the absurdly over-budget and behind-schedule California high speed rail.
Join the Great Backyard Bird Count this Friday through Monday
Take some time this weekend to enjoy and learn about the birds around you.
San Ramon author explores morality in technology in ‘Quantum Eschaton’
“The story explores themes of trust, ambition and the ethical perils of advanced technology in a shadowy, high-stakes world,” San Ramon resident and Stanford University engineer Greg Le Sage said about his debut novel…
Pleasanton-based Boons strives to disrupt food delivery
Food delivery service Boons has positioned itself as a no-brainer for restaurants, charging just $1 per order on transactions placed directly through its app.
The Stable Café canters into the sunset next month
The Stable Café will finish its run at the end of March as a popular eatery near the stables at the Alameda County Fairgrounds in Pleasanton.
Water use, water rates, and what is ‘fair’
What is a household’s “fair share” of our water supply? What is a “fair” bill for that water? And who should pay how much?
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