Club Bankhead Jazz Series debuting with Marty Isenberg’s ode to the music of Wes Anderson movies
Livermore’s Bankhead Theater is debuting a new series this week designed for anyone with an itch to experience a raw, intimate jazz performance on a professional stage.
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San Ramon police investigating business burglaries in Bishop Ranch area
San Ramon PD is investigating a series of early morning break-ins at a prominent shopping center this week while seeking to assure the public that there is no ongoing threat to the community.
Livermore OKs 900-unit guardrail for potential residential development near Springtown
The Livermore City Council recently approved the framework for a potential residential project spanning about 50 acres of open space near the Springtown neighborhood.
Zone 7 Director Narum bidding to return to Pleasanton City Council
It’s been nearly four years since Kathy Narum was termed out of her seat on the Pleasanton City Council. Now, after a three-year-stint on the Zone 7 Water Agency’s Board of Directors, Narum said she is ready to return to…
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Lifestyle
2026 county fair drew 400,000 guests, generated millions in revenue in Pleasanton
This year’s Alameda County Fair tallied almost 400,000 attendees and produced millions in sales tax revenue for Pleasanton, the Tri-Valley area and Alameda County, organizers said.
Culinary Angels set for 10th anniversary gala at Concannon Vineyard
Tri-Valley nonprofit Culinary Angels is celebrating its major milestone in 2026 with a gala in Livermore Valley wine country this fall to raise funds and awareness upon the occasion.
Dublin: Student-led neurodivergence support nonprofit expands globally
One Dublin high school student’s wish to better support neurodivergent children and families led to the development and growth of a youth-led nonprofit aiming to do just that.
A&E
Livermore author goes to ‘Otter Space’ for book series debut
Pip, pip, hooray! Livermore author Jen de Oliveira recently released “Pip & Pals: Otter Space” – the first installment of her new, kid-friendly graphic novel series.
SpongeBob making a splash at the Bankhead
Bikini Bottom is headed for Livermore as Tri-Valley Theatre Company presents “The SpongeBob Musical” at the Bankhead Theater starting this weekend.
‘Evening Stories’ with three young published writers
Three of the youngest authors in the Tri-Valley will be reading from their original picture books and engaging with residents at a special event next week at the Dublin Public Library.
Spotlight
This California Delta community is drawing Bay Area homebuyers to the water
Bay Area residents understand the value of open space. That’s why it’s no surprise a private waterfront enclave on the California Delta is drawing homebuyers who are ready for a different kind of life.
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,…
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Community rallies to aid Blackhawk Plaza ducks following pond’s closure
The ongoing saga of Blackhawk Plaza’s troubles amid tenant vacancies, turnovers, and multiple legal proceedings including its owners’ bankruptcy came home to roost in recent weeks as the longstanding pond closed for repairs just before the start of summer.
Pleasanton Weekly wins General Excellence, nine other first-place honors in California Journalism Awards
“The winning categories capture the quality, range and impact of our journalism: General Excellence, Investigative Reporting, Enterprise Series, Best Newsletter, Columns, Editorial Comment, Business and the Economy, Sports Feature, Profile Story and Fine Arts.”
Sports
World Series action in Livermore
Twelve teams from across the world – including two from the Tri-Valley – have been competing in the Little League Intermediate 50/70 Baseball World Series in Livermore.
Pleasanton Preps: Jiu-jitsu journey takes Tri-Valley native to doorstep of UFC
It might have been a given that Joseph Kropschot ended up fighting in the UFC, but earlier in his life he didn’t realize it. Kropschot, now 31, was raised in San Ramon and went to San Ramon Valley High School…
San Ramon Valley wins NorCal tournament, keeping Little League World Series dream alive
Danville-based San Ramon Valley Little League won the Northern California regional tournament, the third of four tournaments a Bay Area youth baseball team must win to make it to the Little League World Series.
ReAL Estate
Parkview condo development opens in Livermore
A residential project in Livermore’s Isabel neighborhood saw its grand opening earlier this summer.
Bay Area residents more likely to own homes after leaving region, study finds
Many Bay Area residents who leave the region are finding a more affordable path to homeownership, but often at the cost of lower incomes, lower-performing schools and greater climate risk, according to a new report by a UC research institute.
Four myths about insurance in California
As the state’s residents prepare to vote for a new insurance commissioner in November, here’s a look at a few common myths about insurance in California.
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