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Wheels turns 40: A ride through past, present and future of Tri-Valley bus service
Reliability, stability and sustainability remain the focus as the agency aims to solidify a reputation as transportation residents in an ever-changing world can rely on every day.
Dublin debates raising hotel tax
“Dublin, despite the retail churn in its original core, has maintained a solid budget thanks to planned aggressive residential growth and expansion in other areas. Councilman Morada said two prior city managers have forecast a budget deficit and he hasn’t seen it.”
Board reset: LVJUSD looks like the election to watch in Tri-Valley – and calamity could loom
If you’re keeping track at home, that means the LVJUSD Board of Education could have three new members and the longest-tenured trustees will have just two years in office apiece. That begs some really important leadership experience questions for a district with more budget difficulties likely in 2026-27 and a first-time superintendent at the reins.
Sutter Health buys prime freeway frontage in Dublin
One of the prime retail sites in the Bay Area took an unexpected turn this summer.
Planning your physician assistant (PA) application
“As with any graduate school, applying for PA programs takes a good deal of thought and planning. In this article, I talk about what’s involved in putting together a stellar PA application.”
Meyhouse brings Turkish small plates and jazz to San Ramon
Meyhouse San Ramon offers classic Turkish food and drink with modern twists plus jazz and varied musical performances.
Ready, aim, file: Candidacy nomination window opens for local elected offices
Election season is almost here. The candidate nomination period for the Nov. 3 ballot launched on Monday. Here are the 20-plus races we’re tracking up and down the Tri-Valley.
Nordstrom site purchase creates opportunity for rethinking mall site
The consolidation of ownership at Stoneridge shopping center provides the city of Pleasanton with a fresh opportunity to engage.
Take Us Along: A perfect morning for a warm bagel
On a wintry, 15-degree Montréal morning, Deborah Grossman dreamed of warm hometown weather as she waited in line for famous Fairmont Bagels. The wait was worth it…
‘P is for Pleasanton’: New picture book highlights hometown history from A to Z
That’s what it says on the cover, anyway. When you open the alphabetical, artistic ode to Pleasanton, P actually stands for … well, maybe the creators wouldn’t want me to spoil it.
Pleasanton school trustees should move ahead with Donlon land sale
“Good call by the Pleasanton school board to move ahead with selling surplus land at the Donlon Elementary School site. Plus reflections on the latest Bishop Ranch news and the passing of Scott Haggerty.”
Physician Assistant (PA) vs Medical Doctor (MD): Four Factors to Consider
While PAs and MDs do similar things in their day-to-day work, there are many differences that may make a PA pathway more suited to certain individuals. Of these many differences, I’ve identified four main factors that will help you decide if a PA program may be a better fit than medical school. Hands-on experience The…
Celebrating this milestone with a grateful heart
For our republic to have stood for this long—through many challenges internal and external—is both a gift and a call to continued action…
Family at the fair
“Every Alameda County Fair is different – and that’s certainly the case when you have a child with you.”
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.”
A full plate of food choices at the Alameda County Fair
Global food, new creative Foodies Choice candidates, plus hot dogs and more await fairgoers.
Learning America’s history to celebrate 250th
I had the opportunity to preview the movie, “Young Washington” that opens this weekend in theaters. Over the past few months, I have read and watched a lot of American history dating back to the colonies, the Revolutionary War and the years following…
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