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Alamo sisters publish new children's bookMany grandparents wouldn't want to be immortalized on the cover of a children's book riding a tandem bicycle in a chicken suit -- but after all, Sienna and CiCi Cowing's grandpa has lost his marbles. At least, that's what the title of their published book says.
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An American classic: Tri-Valley restaurateur wins James Beard AwardSome have called him "The General." Others, "The King of Tacos." But now, Pleasanton resident Miguel Jara has a new moniker -- James Beard Award winner.
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Podcast series aims to educate residents about Mount DiabloAudible Mount Diablo is releasing its newly updated program “Introducing Mount Diablo ” — a podcast series of 14 videos — over the course of 14 weeks on its Facebook page, seeking to educate viewers on the cultural and natural history of the peak.
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Staying Healthy: Recipes feature time-honored ingredients for nutritionAs the creator of more than 900 recipes, Danville author Parisa Z. Ambwani obviously loves to cook. But her kitchen skills go beyond satisfying meals and tasty treats. She undertakes to provide nutrition via fresh ingredients and seasonings, served with a dose of philosophy.
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Danville woman receives nonprofit's 1,000th grantWhen Danville resident Minay Bowers (right) received the call to come back to the doctor's office for additional testing after a suspicious-looking mammogram result, she thought she could skip it. Ignorance is bliss, after all.
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DVHS juniors among top finishers in Congressional Art CompetitionTwo high school students from San Ramon will have their paintings displayed in U.S. Rep. Eric Swalwell's district office after finishing second and third, respectively, in the congressman's annual art contest. (Shown: "Quiescence in Pink" by Alison Fang, which tied for second place)
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San Ramon gearing up for 150th birthday celebrationThe San Ramon community is joining together throughout this year to commemorate San Ramon's 150th birthday, with a series of local events planned throughout 2017 as part of the sesquicentennial celebration.
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Street Smarts honors traffic-safety storybook's young artistsHundreds of San Ramon Valley community members recently gathered to recognize 11 elementary school artists whose works won Street Smarts' 13th annual storybook poster contest and are featured in this year's traffic-safety storybook, "The Super Summer Scavenger Hunt with Safety Sam."
Dunkirk
With his WWII drama "Dunkirk," writer-director Christopher Nolan applies his trademark ingenuity and clockwork precision to an otherwise straightforward story. The director of "The Dark Knight" and "Interstellar" has been called a "maximalist" filmma...... Read the full review
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"Mustang Blaze win Tournament"
The Mustang Blaze won 3-2 in OT to win the U11 Division of the Dublin Shamrock Tournament. Players: Katherine Gillen, Izzi Strand, Lindsay Mescall, Brooke Balthasar, Katie Peruzzaro, Caroline Chu, Audrey Biekert, Kylie Kumnick, Samantha Berry, Tatum Geist, Kylie Yarwood, Peyton Delaney. Coaches: Pat Berry and Scott Kumnick
Submitted by Marta Gillen on Aug 16, 2012
Danville: Eugene O'Neill Festival sure to tell some tales this September
Celebrating its 18th year, the annual Eugene O'Neill Festival promises a lively mix of Irish "blarney," music and two plays this September, with a focus on this year's theme "telling tales." Friday, 4:08 PM
Young Alamo sisters publish children's book
Many grandparents wouldn't want to be immortalized on the cover of a children's book riding a tandem bicycle in a chicken suit -- but after all, CiCi and Sienna Cowing's grandpa has lost his marbles. At least, that's what the title of their published book says. Friday, 11:48 AM
An American classic: Pleasanton restaurateur wins coveted James Beard Award
Some have called him "The General." Others, "The King of Tacos." But now, Pleasanton resident Miguel Jara has a new moniker -- James Beard Award winner. Friday, 11:49 AM
Tri-Valley author spotlights social media savvy
Katie Lance was already in marketing, working mainly with real estate agents, when social media exploded -- and she immediately grasped the impact. Friday, 11:49 AM
Staying Healthy: Danville woman receives cancer support nonprofit's 1,000th grant
When Danville resident Minay Bowers received the call to come back to the doctor's office for additional testing after a suspicious-looking mammogram result, she thought she could skip it. Ignorance is bliss, after all. Friday, 11:49 AM
DVHS juniors among top finishers in Congressional Art Competition
Two high school students from San Ramon will have their paintings displayed in U.S. Rep. Eric Swalwell's district office after finishing second and third, respectively, in the congressman's annual art contest. Wednesday, 11:53 AM
Gale Ranch student earns honorable mention in national video contest
A San Ramon eighth-grader was honored by C-SPAN and Comcast at her school Wednesday morning after her short-form documentary earned honorable mention in the organizations' StudentCam national video contest. Wednesday, 11:53 AM
Staying Healthy: Recipes feature time-honored ingredients for nutrition
As the creator of more than 900 recipes, Tri-Valley resident Parisa Z. Ambwani obviously loves to cook. But her kitchen skills go beyond satisfying meals and tasty treats. She undertakes to provide nutrition via fresh ingredients and seasonings, served with a dose of philosophy. Friday, 11:50 AM
Tri-Valley Hero: Lifetime Achievement, Danville's Mike Doyle
Change is in the air with the new year on the horizon, and Danville's town government certainly won't feel the same starting this week. For the first time in 25 years, Mike Doyle won't be sitting on the Town Council. Tuesday, 4:04 PM
