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TIM TALK
Will Stoneridge mall just have one anchor tenant in the future?Sadly, Pleasanton is witnessing first-hand the dramatic changes in the retail landscape at what used to be its premier regional shopping center, Stoneridge. The...
Original post made by Tim Hunt on May. 19, 2020Last comment by Bankrupt , on May 22, 2020 at 8:30 am | 19 comments | 14684 Views
TIM TALK
More changes coming to ValleyCareSitting down for the first time with new ValleyCare CEO Scott Gregerson why the board liked him become very clear. Very intelligent; very high energy and clear...
Original post made by Tim Hunt on Apr. 22, 2014Last comment by John, on May 7, 2014 at 9:05 am | 19 comments | 14682 Views
TIM TALK
Huge financial challenges surround the Bankhead TheaterDavid Hyslop certainly has his work cut out. Hyslop joined the Livermore Valley Performing Arts Center recently after Ted Giatas departed after just two...
Original post made by Tim Hunt on Feb. 18, 2014Last comment by Ms. bunny, on Feb 21, 2014 at 12:22 pm | 2 comments | 14667 Views
TIM TALK
New rules downtownAfter three years of wrangling and the requisite Pleasanton task force, the City Council approved new guidelines for entertainment after 10 p.m. in the downtown...
Original post made by Tim Hunt on Nov. 29, 2012There are no comments yet. 14656 Views
TIM TALK
Off to AfricaRory and Pam Frink's walk with God takes another huge faith step March 6 when they and their family board a plane for Rwanda. The Frinks have been serving...
Original post made by Tim Hunt on Feb. 23, 2012There are no comments yet. 14645 Views
TIM TALK
Sales tax increases head for November ballotLast week, supervisors in Alameda and Contra Costa counties decided to give the public a choice about whether to raise taxes. Both boards, with only Danville...
Original post made by Tim Hunt on Aug. 4, 2020Last comment by angela angie, on Oct 30, 2020 at 2:55 am | 9 comments | 14643 Views
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The two CaliforniasHere's another observation on Rep. Pete Stark. Back in the mid-1980s, he faced a tougher than expected campaign four years after he was elected. A Republican challenger,...
Original post made by Tim Hunt on Mar. 1, 2012Last comment by Stacey, on Mar 1, 2012 at 9:05 am | 2 comments | 14628 Views
TIM TALK
Looked for heated November campaign in the 15thLook forward to quite an election this fall in Alameda County when the venerable Rep. Pete Stark faces a spirited challenge from 31-year-old Eric Swalwell of Dublin...
Original post made by Tim Hunt on Jun. 7, 2012Last comment by liberalism is a disease, on Jun 10, 2012 at 9:42 am | 2 comments | 14627 Views
TIM TALK
A tempting offer for one yearThe non-profit group supporting district-wide education in the Pleasanton school district has put forth a tempting offer to the school trustees and administrators. Pleasanton...
Original post made by Tim Hunt on May. 9, 2013Last comment by Kathleen Ruegsegger, on May 9, 2013 at 8:56 am | 1 comment | 14611 Views
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Dublin votes for privately owned open spaceLast week's anti-climactic election on Measure T in Dublin should, for the next number of years, solidify any question about what happens in Doolan Canyon north...
Original post made by Tim Hunt on Nov. 10, 2014Last comment by Longtimer, on Nov 14, 2014 at 10:19 am | 4 comments | 14610 Views
TIM TALK
The valley loses a distinguished and humble leaderThe Livermore Valley lost one of its distinguished leaders last week when David Mertes died at the age of 83 on Oct. 9. David accomplished much in his professional...
Original post made by Tim Hunt on Oct. 16, 2014Last comment by Harry Sachs, on Oct 20, 2014 at 8:54 am | 3 comments | 14600 Views
TIM TALK
Good economic news for PleasantonMayor Jerry Thorne's first State of the City address last week demonstrated the pent-up demand for housing in Pleasanton. With inventory of resale homes near...
Original post made by Tim Hunt on Feb. 28, 2013There are no comments yet. 14594 Views
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Key Republicans backing Glazer in 7th Senate primaryThe primary race for the 7th Senate District seat is heating up. It boils down to a three-way race among Democrats with the only Republican on the ballot...
Original post made by Tim Hunt on Feb. 19, 2015Last comment by Ed, on Feb 23, 2015 at 2:06 pm | 3 comments | 14582 Views
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Disconnects in SacramentoConsider that the budget passed by the Legislature and signed by the governor relies on voters passing a significant temporary tax increase in November. The measure,...
Original post made by Tim Hunt on Jul. 10, 2012Last comment by Marcia, on Jul 10, 2012 at 1:51 pm | 11 comments | 14572 Views
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Two lives well livedThe passing of two long-time Pleasanton residents during the holidays deserves reflection. Warren Annis, a retired Pleasanton insurance agent and charter...
Original post made by Tim Hunt on Jan. 7, 2014Last comment by Tim Hunt, on Jan 7, 2014 at 6:31 pm | 2 comments | 14526 Views
TIM TALK
Bring your own bag or pay upThe crusaders at Alameda County's waste management board continue to insert their regulations into our daily lives. This is the outfit that convinced the Pleasanton...
Original post made by Tim Hunt on Jan. 31, 2012Last comment by Casanova_Frankenstein, on Apr 21, 2012 at 11:39 am | 4 comments | 14526 Views
TIM TALK
Pete Stark--the mouth that keeps roaringU.S. Rep. Pete Stark has a well-earned reputation for shooting off his mouth, one that he's continued to build. His primary campaign against challenger...
Original post made by Tim Hunt on May. 3, 2012Last comment by SteveP, on May 3, 2012 at 10:28 pm | 3 comments | 14526 Views
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Measure BB could pay to connect Dublin Boulevard to LivermoreSome interesting news emerged from the Tri-Valley Mayor's Summit at the Blackhawk Museum Wednesday where I served as moderator. After consultation with the...
Original post made by Tim Hunt on Sep. 18, 2014Last comment by Cholo, on Sep 24, 2014 at 6:08 pm | 9 comments | 14521 Views
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The governor touts his $68 billion boondoggleWhen it comes to the environment, the sometimes pragmatic Gov. Jerry Brown seems to check his brain before deciding policy. Several examples from his inaugural...
Original post made by Tim Hunt on Jan. 8, 2015Last comment by MikeDuaSp, on Sep 12, 2017 at 5:10 am | 5 comments | 14519 Views
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Name the sports park for Ken MercerPleasanton's parks and recreation commission will have the opportunity this week to celebrate the life of a man who gave hugely of his time and talent to help shape...
Original post made by Tim Hunt on Apr. 8, 2014Last comment by Tim Hunt, on Jul 13, 2014 at 4:39 pm | 4 comments | 14505 Views
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