Weather trends bring early wine grape harvest to Livermore Valley
“The quality of the grapes doesn’t change with the time of harvest,” Amos said. “The grapes don’t care when they’re picked. You pick them when they’re ready, when they’re ripe, when the flavors are developed.”
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Danville-based drone defense startup celebrates ‘period of rapid growth’
Terra Industries, headquartered in downtown Danville, made a series of announcements this summer that included the appointment of a former SpaceX executive and millions in additional funding that is set to expand its presence far beyond the small town’s borders.
Recent Dougherty Valley grad identified as victim in fatal Livermore solo crash
A former student athlete and competitive chess player from San Ramon was killed in a solo crash in Livermore last week, with the Alameda County Coroner’s Bureau identifying Ashwin Punaroor as the teenager who died at the scene.
Judge suspends Pleasanton double-homicide case pending mental evaluation of defendant
The high-profile murder case against a San Jose man accused of killing two members of his ex-girlfriend’s family in Pleasanton earlier this year was suspended Monday morning after the defendant’s legal team raised doubt about his mental competency.
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Lifestyle
An inside look at BASIS Independent’s new private school in Dublin
As public schools in the Tri-Valley kicked off another academic year, BASIS Independent Schools welcomed for the first time about 130 students to its newly constructed private campus in Dublin.
Letters: Unreasonable plan | 55-year class reunion | Reservoirs are drying out | From an idea to PET Lab
“Not being considered or involved in this plan is not respectful, reasonable or acceptable for the residents of the neighborhood.”
Lifetimes of faith: Catholic Community of Pleasanton celebrating 125th anniversary
From humble beginnings to thriving parish, CCOP honors its rich history and hopeful future
A&E
Livermore’s SPARC taking ‘The Glass Menagerie’ on the road
Livermore-based SPARC Theater has scheduled its production of Tennessee Williams’ “The Glass Menagerie” – which debuted in the nonprofit company’s hometown this spring – for a late-summer run in Hayward.
Mozart, Brahms and ‘The Little Mermaid’: Pacific Chamber Orchestra sets 2026-27 lineup
PCO plans a robust performance season for the year ahead, with six concerts in the Tri-Valley connected by its theme for 2026-27: “Intimate. Stirring. Satisfying.”
News Digest: Ballet Roots to commence sixth season | Grand jury report | Ava extends e-bike rebate program
Pleasanton’s Ballet Roots Dance Company is kicking off its sixth season this weekend with two performances in the Tri-Valley that the troupe said will mix contemporary music and original choreography.
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
Pleasanton Preps: Humbled by my Amador Hall of Fame selection
“There aren’t a lot of times when something can render me speechless. But when I got the notice that I was part of the group being inducted into the Amador Hall of Fame, speechless is exactly what I was ……
Football back in action across the Tri-Valley
Friday Night Lights begins this week, and we have nearly a full slate of games on the calendar.
Pleasanton Preps: Tri-Valley Babe Ruth team reaches World Series final
Also: Knight advances to U.S. Amateur quarters; Kropschot earns UFC contract; CYO basketball signups
ReAL Estate
Real estate ‘seasons’: The calendar vs. the market
“As we trade summer for fall, the idea of waiting until things pick up and more homes come on the market might deserve some rethinking. The right season is the one where the numbers line up for buyers and sellers.”
SRVUSD moves toward selling Danville office site
Public agencies and nonprofits were notified this summer of their eligibility to express interest in acquiring the longtime SRVUSD office site during a mandated priority notice period. If no such entity makes a play, the district aims to get clearance…
Reluctant Danville council denies appeal over church housing project
“We looked at it not as a coincidence, but the timing as another one of those God winks,” CPC Danville lead pastor Tyler Scott told the council. “And so at a time when our town has something that we were…
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