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Apple Cinemas backs out of Blackhawk Plaza
After years of “coming soon” announcements and renovation work at the former site of Century Theatres Blackhawk, the owners of a cinema chain that had been set to restore the theater have apparently pulled the plug on their plans as the plaza’s future remains uncertain.
Dublin Fallon 580 Project poised to proceed following legal hurdle
The benefits of a housing and commercial project in east Dublin outweigh its adverse impacts, the City Council declared in a statement last month, per court order, to regain its compliance with environmental regulations.
Reps. Swalwell, Goldman introduce bill to quell excessive force by ICE, CBP agents
Tri-Valley congressman and gubernatorial candidate Eric Swalwell recently introduced a new piece of legislation alongside Rep. Dan Goldman that aims to strip away qualified immunity from federal immigration agents who use excessive force.
Pleasanton Preps: New Eagles OC Mannion showed coaching promise from early age
“But for those of us around Pleasanton, the news wasn’t shocking at all. If anyone with as little experience was going to be hired for such a position, it was Sean Mannion.”
California lawmakers weigh reforms to child abuse law amid costly litigation
In what’s likely to be one of the most contentious issues facing the California Legislature in 2026, lawmakers are again debating whether to reform a 2020 law that lifted the statute of limitations on childhood sexual abuse lawsuits. That law, Assembly Bill 218, sparked a blitz of costly litigation against schools and other public agencies.
Doing College: Understanding MBA application cycles and when it is best for you to apply
“Understanding how the system works and which round is best to apply in could boost your chances of being accepted.”

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Weekly Networking Meeting: The East Bay Business Exchange Weekly Networking Meetings are a local referral group of business owners and professionals meeting weekly on Zoom with the goal of helping each other grow businesses through warm referrals. 8:30-9:30 a.m., Wednesdays. Visit danvilleareachamber.com.
Bocce Ball: Join for Bocce Ball at the Alcosta Senior & Community Center. 9:30-11 a.m., Wednesdays. Drop-in fees apply.
Verses & Voices Poetry Workshop: Join for a dynamic poetry program led by the City’s Poet Laureate, Jaz Sufi and dive into the beauty of poetry. Perfect for poetry lovers and budding writers alike. 5:30-6:30 p.m., Wednesdays. San Ramon Library.
Table Tennis: Playing table tennis enhances hand and eye coordination and mental acuity. 1-4 p.m., Thursdays, 1-3:30 p.m., Fridays Alcosta Senior & Community Center. Drop-in fees apply.
San Ramon Library Teen Advisory Board: The Teen Advisory Board meets on the first Thursday of each month where teen volunteers collaborate to come up with fun and engaging teen programs at the San Ramon Library earning volunteer hours and/or community service hours. 4:15-5:15 p.m., Feb. 5.
Free Income Tax Preparation in Contra Costa County: Beginning in February, free income tax preparation will be offered by the AARP Foundation Tax-Aide Program. Service is provided by IRS certified tax counselors and is available to people of all ages. AARP membership is not required. Visit sites.google.com/view/taxaideccc.
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