News Digest: Inaugural concert at LPC | YEA! Awards applications now open | Race to the Flagpole
The Las Positas College Music Department will be hosting its first-ever Applied Music Showcase event next Friday (Feb. 6) at the Mertes Center for the Performing Arts on campus.
Meet Dogbert from East Bay SPCA in Dublin
An 8-year-old sweetheart with a golden heart and an easygoing charm, Dogbert warms up gently, then melts into head and belly scratches with a soft, happy tail wag.
Take Us Along: Mayor goes to Washington
Pleasanton Mayor Jack Balch brought the Weekly to a snow-covered National Mall during his visit to Washington, D.C. this week for the U.S. Conference of Mayors.
Pippal in Dublin for regional Indian specialties
Pippal creates Indian food for gourmet meals and family dinners in a dramatic setting.
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Game night fight breaks out at Livermore High basketball gym
A brawl involving multiple juveniles at Livermore High School Tuesday evening during a basketball game resulted in at least one Livermore male being hurt, police said.
Tri-Valley cities gear up for 2026 Black History Month happenings
Every year during Black History Month, cities across the Tri-Valley hold a number of events that aim to educate residents and members of the public while also celebrating Black and African American culture.
DUSD establishes new limits on AP and honors enrollment at high schools
The Dublin Unified School District Board of Trustees recently greenlit a policy to limit high school students’ enrollment in advanced coursework, barring certain exceptions, as part of a wider effort to support their wellbeing.
13-unit housing project on East Avenue nears construction
The Livermore City Council at a regular meeting this month finalized its approval of a 13-unit multi-family housing project proposed for construction on East Avenue.
‘See you in court, Joel!’ Swalwell responds to allegation he lives out of state
A lawsuit brought forward by a filmmaker and activist is making waves in national and local news this month with its allegations that Tri-Valley congressman and gubernatorial candidate Eric Swalwell does not live in the state — with Swalwell and his campaign firing back at the claim.
Pleasanton Preps: Dublin Leprechauns have championship aspirations in 2026
Confidence is high as the Dublin Leprechauns enter their fourth Pecos League season aiming for a championship run. After playoff victories and rising attendance, momentum is strong for the East Bay franchise.
Livermore bike store shutters due to financial strain
A bicycle store in Livermore recently closed shop upon facing an industry-wide challenge of declining sales as well as the rising cost of products due to tariffs.
Livermore police arrest 2 in distraction jewelry theft
Officers in Livermore arrested two people after a woman reported being tricked out of her jewelry over the weekend in what police described as a distraction theft.
Kaiser workers walk out Monday, beginning open-ended strike
Kaiser Permanente unionized nurses and other workers began an open-ended strike on Monday at dozens of locations in California and Hawaii, citing staffing shortages, workplace safety and wages.
Pleasanton man arrested for throwing rocks and bricks at cars, businesses
A Pleasanton resident who has had numerous encounters with the police department was arrested last week after he was seen throwing rocks and bricks at multiple vehicles and businesses on Santa Rita Road, police said.
LVJUSD board directs supe to revamp options for budget reductions
The Livermore Valley Joint Unified School District Board of Education at Tuesday’s special meeting directed district officials to create a list of budget reduction options based on stakeholders’ input — a process Superintendent Torie Gibson said was already used to create an existing list of options.
Livermore’s annual financial report on tap for City Council
The Livermore City Council is set at Monday’s regular meeting to accept audit reports for the 2024-25 fiscal year, including the city’s annual comprehensive financial report.
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