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San Ramon council places 1% sales tax hike on November ballot
For the first time in the city’s history, voters in San Ramon are set to decide on a ballot measure this November that would increase sales tax following months of discussions on the topic and amid a growing budget crisis and cuts to city services in recent months.
County records first resident death from West Nile virus since 2006
A Contra Costa County man has died from West Nile virus – the first reported county death from the disease since 2006.
Dublin prison guard accused of sex abuse faces additional charges
A former correctional officer at the since-closed federal women’s prison in Dublin now faces 15 counts of sexual abuse, including a civil rights violation, after prosecutors added two new victims and three new counts to the indictment.
Hope 100 Golf Marathon back … with new option
Sign-ups are underway for the 10th annual Hope 100 Golf Marathon in Pleasanton benefiting Hope Hospice, with organizers introducing a new skills challenge as an alternative for golfers who want to participate in the event but don’t have time for 5-1/2 rounds worth of holes in one day.
Coroner IDs Walnut Creek man killed in crash involving meat truck on I-680
Authorities have confirmed the identity of a driver who died after a semi-truck carrying a load of meat slammed into the back of his SUV during the morning commute on Interstate 680 in Fremont earlier this month.
California took vacation time from a prison doctor. Now it has to pay him $1.8 million
A California prison doctor accumulated more than 1,000 hours of personal time off and used some of it to work a second job at Santa Rita Jail. He claimed he faced retaliation when officials began scrutinizing his time and then clawed back much of his leave bank.
Hot Picks
Free Monday Movies: Enjoy a free movie every Monday at the Danville Senior Center Community Hall. Email seniors@danville.ca.gov for the full list of movies. No registration required. 1 p.m.
Low Impact Aerobics: Classes are designed to be low-impact, energizing and fun-filled with the methods and movements involved to help strengthen and stabilize the body. Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays 8:30–9:20 a.m. Drop-in fees $5(R)/$6(NR). Alcosta Senior & Community Center.
SIR 128 San Ramon Valley: If looking for fun activities in retirement look no further than SIR 128 San Ramon Valley, a vibrant social group specifically designed for men approaching or already enjoying their retirement years. Discover new passions and form lasting friendships. For more information, visit sir128.com/default.php.
San Ramon Tuesday Farmers’ Market: Tuesdays, 10 a.m.-2 p.m., rain or shine through Nov. 26. City Center Bishop Ranch, 6000 Bollinger Canyon Road.
Boutique Workshop: Join the Boutique Workshop to sew, knit, crochet or craft. Proceeds from boutique item sales benefit the San Ramon Senior Center Foundation. 10 a.m.-12:30 p.m., Tuesdays. Alcosta Senior & Community Center.
Party Bridge: Play Party Bridge at the Alcosta Senior & Community Center. 11 a.m.-2:30 p.m., Tuesdays. Drop-in fees apply. $5(R)/$6(NR).
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