LVJUSD board approves new superintendent contract
The Livermore school board on Tuesday approved an employment contract for the district’s next superintendent.
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Hyatt House Pleasanton recently sold at auction
The Hyatt House property in Pleasanton, an extended-stay hotel located near the Hacienda Business Park, recently changed hands as part of an auction sale.
Pleasanton unveils ‘Harmonic Symphony’ to honor synthesizer pioneer Don Lewis
The city of Pleasanton recently celebrated its newest public art installation, “The Don Lewis Harmonic Symphony”, which involves a row of playable instruments gathered in front of an abstract sculpture of the late performer, composer and synthesizer pioneer.
How the Tri-Valley is celebrating Juneteenth
Tri-Valley residents looking to celebrate Juneteenth locally will have a number of events to choose from this week as organizations gear up to host Freedom Day festivities.
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Lifestyle
Meet Mimi Imfirst at Valley Humane Society
“This chatty, inquisitive young adult is the first to greet you at the door, the first to weigh in on your day, and the first to claim the coziest spot in the house. Sweet, spunky and endlessly communicative, she keeps the conversation flowing and the affection coming.”
DeSaulnier hosting town halls on AANHPI issues, America’s 250th birthday
U.S. Rep. Mark DeSaulnier has two town halls set for this week – one on AANHPI-related topics Wednesday and another Thursday on America’s 250th anniversary.
The pathway for horse racing to return to Pleasanton
“It’s a journey that is worth fighting for, and it’s important to race fans to know there still are people fighting for it, and to keep the faith.”
A&E
CYT Tri-Valley’s ‘Newsies’ puts family ties center stage at the Bankhead
CYT Tri-Valley is bringing the urgency of a turn-of-the-century newspaper strike to the Bankhead Theater this month, but for some families involved in the “Newsies” production, the story of standing together is not limited to the stage.
Tuesday Tunes turns up the beat in Bankhead Plaza
Free weekly outdoor concerts are back in Bankhead Plaza in downtown Livermore this summer with the annual Tuesday Tunes series presented by Livermore Cultural Arts Council.
Plein air painter brings California landscapes together in ‘Vibrant Earth’
From Point Reyes to Mount Diablo, California’s scenic destinations are often hours apart. San Francisco artist Claire Lau bridges the distance in “Vibrant Earth”, her show of plein air paintings on view through June 14 at Inclusions Gallery.
Spotlight
Ivy League mentorship for college applications and career foundations through meaningful projects
Path Mentors was born out of dissatisfaction with the toxic high-pressure environment that college admissions has created. Founded in 2019 by Columbia graduates, the Path Mentors’ team of nearly 100 mentors from a wide range of professions including technology, finance,…
Moving insurance vs. moving coverage: What California consumers need to know
Many people assume their movers provide “insurance” for household goods. In reality, most licensed movers in California are required to provide coverage, which is different from insurance and comes with important limitations.
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Tri-Valley beer scene: Get to know the local breweries serving their craft from Livermore to Danville
The Tri-Valley has earned recognition for its winemaking prowess. Local brewers are now expanding the area’s beverage profile by making thirst-quenching, award-winning beers.
Embarcadero Media CEO Dawes announces he will step away
Adam Dawes, who has led Embarcadero Media Foundation through stiff winds buffeting both the organization and wider media landscape, has announced that he will be stepping down as chief executive officer of the local nonprofit that publishes Livermore Vine.
Sports
Bay Area officials issue statement supporting immigrants in time for FIFA World Cup
With the Bay Area set to host its first FIFA World Cup 2026 match on Saturday, local officials signed off on a joint statement supporting the belonging of diverse identities in the Bay Area.
The life of a Leprechaun: Independent league players chase their baseball dreams in Dublin
It’s true love for the game and the chance to live out a dream for the Dublin Leprechauns. How else would one expect players from 14 different states to come together for 60 days.
Bay Area transit agencies teaming up for the World Cup
Several Bay Area transit agencies announced their plans Tuesday for late-night coordinated services during the FIFA World Cup, with the goal to move people around the region safely and efficiently.
ReAL Estate
Been there, bought that: Baby boomers are helping shape real estate
“Here in the Tri-Valley, and across the country, older boomers are an active and influential force in real estate and one that often gets lost in the headlines.”
Appellate court sides with city in ruling on San Ramon Market Place project
After a lengthy legal battle with a neighborhood group that organized to protest a redevelopment project slated for the Market Place shopping center, the project approved by the San Ramon Planning Commission more than three years ago could be coming…
Luxury Locally: Yes, it’s expensive. Yes, people are still buying.
“The economic forces that impact housing affordability in general also influence luxury real estate here in the Tri-Valley…”
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