ShopConsciously offers ethically sourced, unique gifts at Pleasanton’s first self-serve store
If you’ve ever walked down Main Street in downtown Pleasanton, chances are you’ve passed by ShopConsciously, an artisanal gift store that sells ethically sourced products such as bags made from recycled bottles by women in Kenya, Africa.
Fratello’s Ristorante in Livermore to shutter this month
A family-owned eatery downtown Livermore is set to close shop at the end of the year amid the rising cost of its operation.
Dublin among local police departments to receive funding to combat underage drinking
Six Bay Area police departments, including Dublin, have been selected to receive funding from the state Department of Alcoholic Beverage Control to help boost enforcement against underage drinking and alcohol-related harm within their communities.
Next-generation Clipper Cards seek to make rides smoother, cheaper for travelers
The long-awaited rollout of the new generation of the Clipper Card payment system began last week, with Bay Area travelers now able to pay for public transit trips more efficiently and conveniently.
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Sports memorabilia dealer pleads guilty to fraud after selling fake Willie Mays items
A sports memorabilia dealer in Contra Costa County pleaded guilty Monday to wire fraud after he was caught selling fake sports collectibles, the U.S. Department of Justice said.
Superintendent Funk retiring from Dublin Unified at end of school year
The longest-serving schools superintendent in the Tri-Valley is stepping down in June, with Chris Funk announcing his upcoming retirement to the Dublin Unified School District community on Friday.
‘Very bizarre behavior’: Other complaints against ex-Amador principal alleged pattern of unprofessional conduct
Newly released documents from investigations into now-former Amador Valley High School principal Jonathan Fey reveal more allegations against the disgraced Pleasanton administrator.
LVJUSD, teachers union reach tentative agreement after marathon mediation day
Livermore school district and teachers union negotiators agreed to terms that would end their impasse late Friday night, with a deal centered around two salary increases during the 2026 calendar year and additional health and welfare benefits.
Livermore Valley Arts reports ‘strong’ financial health following year of deficit-spending
Despite operating in the red last fiscal year, Livermore Valley Arts is doing well financially with an operating reserve of over $1.3 million, according to CEO Chris Carter and the nonprofit organization’s annual report to the City Council.
Criminal case dropped against former police officer in 2020 fatal shooting
An Alameda County judge on Friday agreed to dismiss a case against former San Leandro police officer Jason Fletcher, who was charged with voluntary manslaughter in the fatal shooting of Steven Taylor five years ago.
Feds investigating cause of gas line explosion that leveled house
All six people injured in a gas line explosion and fire that leveled at least one home in unincorporated Alameda County on Thursday are in stable condition, authorities said.
LARPD aquatics recognized for outstanding program by regional nonprofit
The Livermore Area Recreation and Park District’s aquatics team was recently granted the Outstanding Program Award by a pool operator organization for furthering aquatic safety and relevant training.
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County accepting nominations for 2026 Women’s Hall of Fame
The Alameda County Women’s Hall of Fame, which honors women whose “leadership, innovation, and service have strengthened Alameda County’s diverse communities” is currently accepting inductee nominations for the next couple of days.
Honoring their memories: A mayor’s son, The Golden Skate manager, hospital colleagues and other notable deaths
“There is a chill in the air these past several weeks, beyond the cold weather that seems to have settled into the Bay Area. I’ve found myself surrounded by news of death professionally and personally – just one of those spates this grizzled journalist tries to be prepared for, but never gets used to.”
Vandals cut down eight trees at Dublin High School
Dublin High School officials discovered Thursday morning (Dec. 11) that eight trees on campus had been chopped down in an act of vandalism, DHS Principal Maureen Byrne wrote same-day in a message to the campus community.
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