Street Fest returns to downtown Livermore this weekend
The Livermore Downtown Street Fest is scheduled to make its annual return to the city this weekend with two days of live music, hundreds of vendors, a kid zone and tasting lounges for wine and beer.
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California joins coalition of 5 states to increase scrutiny of monopolies, mergers
A coalition of five Democratic state attorneys general announced a joint effort Monday to expand enforcement of their states’ respective antitrust laws in what they say is an effort to fill gaps left by the federal government.
Micro food hall proposed for downtown Livermore
A commercial real estate agency from Pleasant Hill is aiming to open a micro-food hall and retail center downtown Livermore this fall.
British-style pub opens its doors in downtown Pleasanton
Oyo Restaurant’s owner and head chef Maurice Dissels is bringing the British side of his Guyanese culture to the Tri-Valley with his newest restaurant: Union Jack Lounge and Kitchen.
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Lifestyle
Meet Lola at East Bay SPCA
A petite gray sweetheart with a soft, calm and loving spirit, Lola is a gentle girl who adores attention and happily invites endless affection. Easygoing and friendly, she’s a perfect friend for cozy nights or everyday life.
Take Us Along: Camels and the CEO
Embarcadero Media Foundation CEO Adam Dawes on a camel tour of the Sahara Desert in Morocco.
Diapers for all: Newsom announces free diapers for newborns in California
Gov. Gavin Newsom was joined by other state officials in San Francisco’s Exploratorium museum on Friday morning to announce a partnership with the nonprofit Baby2Baby on a new statewide program that will distribute diapers to the families of all newborns…
A&E
Tri-Valley students star in ‘Mean Girls’ production
Pleasanton-based TEAM Theatre is sending its student performers deeper into the high school world with its production of “Mean Girls” this month.
Bankhead Presents’ 20th season: Lively concerts, comedy shows, pop culture nostalgia and all that jazz
Livermore Valley Arts is bringing the music for its milestone 20th season. Sprinkle in some comedy acts, an Olympic gold medalist, a leg lamp, a panel with “The Sopranos” alumni, modern magicians, unique ballet shows, original MTV VJs and more,…
One final ‘Art Made Easy’ show for teacher Severin
Renowned Pleasanton watercolorist Charlotte Severin is wrapping up her 35th and final year of teaching her “Art Made Easy” class with her students’ art show next week at the Pleasanton Senior Center.
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
When the final score isn’t the final lesson
I have preached for years about how sports can be such a vital tool in the development of the youth of today. Even the athletes themselves may not understand or fully grasp initially, but given time for most, the life…
City Center celebrating ‘Homegrown Pros’ ahead of World Cup
As the excitement builds for the 2026 FIFA World Cup co-hosted by the United States next month, City Center Bishop Ranch in San Ramon is honoring some of the star soccer players to come out of the Tri-Valley.
Pleasanton Preps: Dons shine at EBAL swim meet
The Amador Valley boys’ swimming team ended a four-year title run by De La Salle, taking the team title during the league meet at Dougherty Valley last weekend.
ReAL Estate
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…”
Blueprint for Bay Area future adopted by regional agencies
MTC adopted Plan Bay Area 2050+ and certified its environmental impact report last month, giving final approval to the region’s long-range blueprint for transportation, housing, economic resiliency and environmental sustainability.
