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Rep. Swalwell gearing up for first presidential debate next week
Presidential hopeful and Tri-Valley Congressman Eric Swalwell has made the cut for the Democrats' first presidential debate... Last comment 8 hours ago | 4 comments

Former Boston guitarist brings therapeutic music to San Ramon Regional
Recognizing the therapeutic properties music can have on patients, San Ramon Regional officials welcomed David Victor (formerly... Last comment on Jun 13, 2019 at 9:52 pm | 1 comment

BART board approves new fare hikes
The BART Board of Directors reversed course last week and approved three fare hikes following initial disagreement on fare... Last comment on Jun 18, 2019 at 9:26 am | 1 comment

San Ramon Planning Commission to review city's small wireless facility policies
The San Ramon Planning Commission is set to meet on Tuesday to discuss updating the city’s policies regulating small cell... Last comment on Jun 18, 2019 at 11:52 am | 4 comments

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24 friends & family members ran the Marine Memorial Marathon in Washington D.C. in honor of Josh "Chachi" Corral, and ALL runners finished the 26.2 miles course! Pictured above are: (back) Grant Vandevanter, Jason Roudnev, Jordy Corral, Len Hack, Arnie Corral, Bridget Larin and Ed Corral. (Front) Jack Griffin, Zack Corral, Karen Corral, Andrew Vu, Kaelin Ragan, Theresa Carl, Fabiola DeAguinaga, Kayla King & Christina Corral. (Middle Right) Latisha Endsley & Jessie Esteban. Not pictured: Joaquin Aranda and Caryn Bostrom. Submitted by Angie Roudnev on Nov 7, 2012

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City Center places grand piano for visitors to play in Alexander Square
In order to expand both the cultural and entertainment offering found at City Center Bishop, City Center executives have announced that a grand piano has been placed in the center's Alexander Square, and is now open for visitors. Wednesday, 3:05 PM

Tri-Valley man sentenced to 25 years for international sexual abuse of teenager
A Tri-Valley man was sentenced in federal court in Oakland on Tuesday to more than 25 years in prison for enticing a 14-year-old British girl online, traveling to the United Kingdom to meet her and sexually abusing her in 2014. Wednesday, 4:52 PM

County assessor no-shows for arraignment; defense plans motion to recuse DA
Embattled Contra Costa County Assessor Gus Kramer missed his scheduled appearance in a Martinez courtroom Wednesday morning, where he was to be arraigned on allegations of "willful or corrupt" misconduct in office. Wednesday, 1:30 PM

Summer youth bus pass offers discounted rides for local residents
Young people in Contra Costa County will have the opportunity to travel throughout the county all summer long on the cheap, with a special summer youth pass courtesy the region's top local transit agencies. Wednesday, 4:54 PM

Summer concerts kick off with July 4 celebration in San Ramon
The evening will begin with patriotic music from Olympia Fields and a tribute to veterans, and will also feature free kids crafts and game for an evening of fun for the whole family. Tuesday, 3:02 PM

Rep. Swalwell gearing up for first presidential debate next week
Presidential hopeful and Tri-Valley Congressman Eric Swalwell has made the cut for the Democrats' first presidential debate and will look to have a breakout moment to distinguish himself in front of a national audience. Tuesday, 4:23 PM | 4 comments

Summerfest bringing summer fun to downtown Danville
A celebration community, commerce and summer fun is coming to town next weekend, when the 28th annual Summerfest street fair returns to downtown Danville. Sunday, 8:48 PM

Former Boston guitarist brings therapeutic music to San Ramon Regional
Recognizing the therapeutic properties music can have on patients, San Ramon Regional officials welcomed David Victor (formerly of the popular rock band Boston) to perform live acoustic music at the bedside of patients. Thursday, 11:55 AM | 1 comments

EBMUD board votes to increase water rates nearly 13% over two years
East Bay Municipal Utility District directors voted 5-1 on Tuesday to approve a water rate increase totaling nearly 13% over the next two years. Tuesday, 10:07 PM | 11 comments

$27K in restitution ordered for man who hacked DanvilleSanRamon.com
The 36-year-old man who hacked and temporarily shut down DanvilleSanRamon.com and other Embarcadero Media websites nearly four years ago was sentenced Wednesday in federal court. Wednesday, 10:07 PM