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Danville and San Ramon launch new websites for 2018
Both Danville and San Ramon have recently launched newly designed websites, with the goal of making it easier for their residents... Last comment on Jun 19, 2018 at 9:26 pm | 1 comment

Get the scoop: Ice cream trail coming to the Tri-Valley
The trail involves ice cream shops from Pleasanton and Livermore up through Dublin and then Danville. Its objective is for... Last comment on Jun 19, 2018 at 11:47 am | 1 comment

Stone Valley Middle School welcomes new principal
The San Ramon Valley Unified School District Board of Education announced at last week's board meeting that Justin White,... Last comment on Jun 18, 2018 at 11:39 pm | 1 comment

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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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San Ramon families invited to camp out under the stars
The city is hosting its third annual Family Camp Out on Saturday and Sunday, a two-day event in which local families are invited to bring their camping gear and set up tents in Rancho San Ramon Community Park, 1998 Rancho Park Loop, to sleep under the stars. Wednesday, 11:01 AM

Museum of the San Ramon Valley brings back 'Totally Trains' exhibit
The Museum of the San Ramon Valley will be working with its bread and butter for its summer exhibit, as it will be bringing back its popular "Totally Trains" display -- particularly symbolic for the museum located in an old train depot. Wednesday, 5:06 PM

High heat, dangerous fire conditions expected this weekend
Dry air and dangerous heat are forecast for this weekend, raising the risk for wildfires, officials with the National Weather Service said. Thursday, 10:39 AM

Tri-Valley Relay for Life this weekend in Dublin
The annual 'Tri-Valley Relay for Life' event will be held at Dublin High School this Saturday, starting in the morning and carrying on through the night. Thursday, 10:26 AM

Contra Costa is seeking volunteers for citizen advisory positions
Contra Costa County Supervisor Candace Andersen is seeking volunteers for various county citizen advisory commissions tasked with educating and advising the Board of Supervisors on various actions and issues facing the county. Tuesday, 6:28 PM

Special Olympics 'Flame of Hope' passes through Contra Costa County
The Special Olympics Northern California Law Enforcement Torch Run passed through Contra Costa County Tuesday morning on its way to U.C. Davis for the regional 2018 Summer Games, beginning this Friday. Tuesday, 5:36 PM

BART: Robberies and violent crime down, assaults and arrests on the rise
Robberies and violent crimes are down so far this year on BART, but aggravated assaults and felony arrests are both up, according to data released by BART officials last month. Wednesday, 8:57 PM

Stone Valley Middle School welcomes new principal
The San Ramon Valley Unified School District Board of Education announced at last week's board meeting that Justin White, an assistant principal from San Ramon Valley High School, was selected to take over the position effective July 1. Monday, 12:56 PM | 1 comments

Kidchella brings children's rock to Danville
Back by popular demand is the Danville-sponsored kids summer music program Kidchella: A Children's Reading & Music Festival. Monday, 5:18 PM

Get the scoop: Ice cream trail coming to the Tri-Valley
The trail involves ice cream shops from Pleasanton and Livermore up through Dublin and then Danville. Its objective is for players to visit at least five of the 16 participating shops -- for every five shops visited, the trail's sponsor Visit Tri-Valley will donate $5 to local nonprofit the Valley Humane Society. Monday, 4:55 PM | 1 comments

Summerfest returns to downtown Danville for 27th year
Danville Summerfest 2018 will be returning this weekend for its 27th year, celebrating community, commerce and summer fun. Sunday, 6:36 PM

Voters approve creating BART inspector general position
While most voters know the passage of Regional Measure 3 means Bay Area bridges will see $3 in toll increases during the coming years, the initiative's victory on Election Day also establishes a new inspector general position to serve as an independent watchdog for BART -- an effort spearheaded by local State Senator Steve Glazer. Monday, 12:03 PM

Danville Town Council to discuss committee appointments
At a special meeting Tuesday afternoon, the Danville Town Council will interview several candidates for available positions at three different local and county commissions. Sunday, 6:37 PM

Sheriff's office now taking texts to 911 during emergencies
Emergencies in unincorporated Contra Costa County can now be reported by text messages to 911, county sheriff's officials said. Sunday, 6:38 PM

Becton set to become Contra Costa's new DA
Interim District Attorney Diana Becton is set to become Contra Costa County's new DA for a full term. Friday, 11:56 AM | 4 comments

DeSaulnier's anti-opioid act passes in U.S. House of Representatives
U.S. Rep. Mark DeSaulnier (D-Concord) achieved a victory in his fight against opioid addiction on Wednesday when a bi-partisan bill he co-sponsored was unanimously approved by the House of Representatives. Thursday, 5:15 PM

Alameda County Fair: Summer showcase begins 18-day run in Pleasanton
No need to worry about that rumbling near downtown Pleasanton on Friday morning. Those are the sounds and sights of cowboys and cowgirls herding steer to and from the fairgrounds via Main Street in the second annual cattle drive to usher in opening day of the 2018 Alameda County Fair. Thursday, 3:49 PM

Hiking -- a Deus family tradition
Pleasanton resident John Deus and his son Tom began a tradition years ago to enjoy hikes together every Father's Day, sometimes even backpacking the entire weekend. Thursday, 5:56 PM

Music in the Park returns to Danville
Danville's popular summer concert series "Music in the Park" will be returning for its 33rd year, with a wide variety of musical entertainment, all performed outdoors so audience members can enjoy the town's cool summer nights. Wednesday, 5:26 PM

Danville and San Ramon launch new websites for 2018
Both Danville and San Ramon have recently launched newly designed websites, with the goal of making it easier for their residents to navigate the government sites and stay informed of community happenings, town officials say. Wednesday, 2:18 PM | 1 comments

Blackhawk Museum brings back its Father's Day Car Show
The Blackhawk Museum's 11th annual Father's Day Classic Car Show is returning this Sunday to celebrate Danville dads with music and a diverse collection of cars from across the Tri-Valley. Tuesday, 6:08 PM

Video story time now offered by county libraries
The Contra Costa County Library system is now offering online video story time through its YouTube channel. Wednesday, 5:09 PM

Historical buildings celebrated in Danville
Members of both the Danville Heritage Resource Commission and Town Council have issued five historical plaques to buildings throughout the town. Tuesday, 12:25 PM

Rotary Club of Alamo honors Educators and Students of the Year
With the school year having come to a close, the Rotary Club of Alamo recognized the accomplishments of both students and teachers in the San Ramon Valley Unified School District at an awards ceremony on May 23. Tuesday, 6:33 PM

Danville doctor dies in crash after large tree falls onto I-680
A woman killed when a tree fell onto northbound Interstate 680 on Monday in Danville has been identified as Lyudmila Beyzer, a doctor of 15 years at John Muir Health. Monday, 9:24 PM

San Ramon students among Swalwell's nominees to U.S. service academies
Two recent San Ramon graduates were among six students nominated this year by Congressman Eric Swalwell (D-Dublin) to attend U.S. service academies. Monday, 3:56 PM

Local youth theater company brings musical 'Pippin' musical to Danville
"I Can Do That," a nonprofit youth theater company based in Danville, is bringing the musical "Pippin" to the Village Theatre in Danville starting next Friday. Sunday, 1:18 PM

Coroner determines SRVHS student's drowning was accidental
Contra Costa County coroner's officials have ruled the drowning death of freshman Benjamin Curry in the San Ramon Valley High School pool on May 8 was accidental, according to a copy of the coroner's report obtained by DanvilleSanRamon.com. Wednesday, 2:01 PM | 12 comments

Prospective San Ramon City Council candidates begin to emerge
While the November election is still five months away, with the announcement that Councilman Harry Sachs will not seek re-election, an opportunity has opened up for at least one person to bring a new face to the San Ramon City Council. Thursday, 4:00 PM | 3 comments