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Pleasanton man accused of DUI in deadly crash on Crow Canyon Road in San Ramon
A Pleasanton man was arrested for allegedly causing a violent crash while intoxicated and killing a passenger in another vehicle on Crow Canyon Road just inside the San Ramon city limits Saturday afternoon.
DA charges man with child porn possession after neighborhood lockdown
An Antioch man was arrested by Walnut Creek police and charged with alleged possession of child sex abuse material, the Contra Costa County DA’s Office said.
Local leaders spotlight agri-tourism in the Tri-Valley
“Agri-tourism is one of the big draws of this valley,” said Derek Eddy, owner of Purple Orchid Wine Country Resort & Spa.
Letters: Loud leaf blowers | Prop 50 | Proactive AI stops bad actors | I’m disgusted | Power of organ donation | Thanks for concert suggestion
“I invite members of those agencies to visit any residential neighborhood in the city on any weekday to witness how extensively these leaf blower noise code provisions are being observed. I’ll supply the earplugs.”

Giving thanks in the season of gratitude
“My Kaiser counselor had been advising me for more than a year to give it up — a step that I was unwilling to take until last year. It’s notable that within the first week of the group treatment, I participated in AA meetings and engaged with two people I have known literally for decades in other contexts. To me, that was a God signal that this was the right path … This old dog can learn new tricks.”

Bay Area labs join national effort to use AI for scientific advancement
Three national laboratories in the Bay Area will participate in the Genesis Mission, a federal program aimed at accelerating scientific innovation and discovery through the use of artificial intelligence.
Opponents of Eden Housing project in Livermore petition California Supreme Court
A community group continues to challenge the Eden Housing affordable apartment complex proposed for downtown Livermore – this time petitioning the California Supreme Court to review an October ruling by the state appellate court in favor of the project’s progression.
Surplus? Pleasanton’s 2024-25 unaudited actuals $7M better than expected
The city of Pleasanton ended 2024-25 with a $7 million surplus, according to its unaudited year-end report recently presented to the City Council. Staff cited last-minute development fee payments among the key, one-time revenue injections for what was thought to be a tough budget year.

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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 & Fridays 8:30–9:20 a.m. Drop-in fees $5(R)/$6(NR). Alcosta Senior & Community Center.
Town of Danville Volunteer Opportunities: The Town of Danville provides opportunities for residents to contribute to the community by volunteering for various events and programs. Volunteers have the opportunity to discover new interests, meet new people and develop new skills. For more information visit.
Card Games/Games of Chance: Join for Card Games/Games of Chance, 9 a.m.-12 p.m., Tuesdays and Thursdays. Drop-in fees $5(R)/$6(NR). Alcosta Senior & Community Center.
Handling the Holidays: Hope Hospice offers this one-hour free workshop as a safe space to discuss the unique considerations of grieving during the winter holiday season. 12 p.m. & 6:30 p.m., Dec. 2. To register call (925) 829-8770 or submit an inquiry form at HopeHospice.com/grief.
Healthy Tuesdays at the Library: The San Ramon library offers a free wellness session for adults on Tuesdays at lunchtime featuring Yoga and Tai Chi on alternating weeks. All levels welcome with no registration required. 12:15-1:15 p.m., Tuesdays.
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