A full plate of food choices at the Alameda County Fair
Global food, new creative Foodies Choice candidates, plus hot dogs and more await fairgoers.
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Guest Opinion: Pleasanton council must take a stand on ICE facility in Dublin
“So, I ask all of the Pleasanton City Council to do the right thing: talk about the resolution, pass the resolution and take a stand showing that issues of jurisdiction are outweighed by an interconnectedness that binds us all together…
New QR code scam targets PG&E customers
PG&E is warning Bay Area customers about a new scam involving QR codes and barcodes, with customers across the utility’s service area losing more than $211,000 to impostors in the first half of the year alone.
LVJUSD restoring positions, programs previously planned for cuts
The Livermore school district is set to restore and introduce over $2.7 million worth of programming and staffing to its budget for next school year, including items previously approved for reduction.
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Lifestyle
ComicCon Livermore fuses fandom and family fun this weekend
Comic book culture – and everything in its orbit – is set to be celebrated at the Bankhead Theater when ComicCon Livermore returns “for a day of adventure, creativity and family fun” this Saturday.
Try something new from East Bay SPCA in Dublin
“Meet Novita, a charming 4-year-old cat with a big heart and an even bigger personality. She loves spending time with others, soaking up attention and being part of the fun.”
Pleasanton Preps: Local track athletes qualify for Nike Nationals
The local FTC Track Club qualified nine athletes for this week’s Nike Nationals track meet on historic Hayward Field in Eugene, Oregon.
A&E
Lights, camera, action: Film and media conference comes to Livermore this weekend
The first Northern California Film & Media Summit is rolling into Livermore this Saturday with the goal of helping emerging filmmakers and media professionals break into the industry.
Live jazz series returns to City Center
Drawing thousands of attendees each year, the annual San Ramon event hosts a variety of dining options and a vibrant atmosphere as well as featuring world-renowned jazz talent.
Summer fun is here: Alameda County Fair begins four-weekend run in Pleasanton
The warm summer weather is back in Pleasanton, which means it’s time for the Alameda County Fair – carnival, cuisine, concerts, agriculture, art, Americana, experiential and educational exhibitions and much, much more.
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
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.”
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.
ReAL Estate
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.
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…
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