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Our Top 24 Stories of 2024

Housing developments in Bishop Ranch. Election coverage. School principal turnover (superintendent too). Traffic deaths. Behring Estate up for auction. And so much more … Here is the list of our 24 most-read stories written in 2024, based on data for DanvilleSanRamon.com.

Next O’Neill production to showcase playwright’s ‘First and Last Act’

Eugene O’Neill’s first-ever play is set to make its U.S. debut in the new year, following its inaugural production in Danville’s Irish sister city during its rendition of the annual festival in the late playwright’s name.

Police: Shoplifter from Dublin arrested for making threats, other crimes

A Dublin man was arrested in the town of Corte Madera last week on suspicion of shoplifting, being a felon in possession of a weapon and for possession of drugs, according to police.

A&E Digest: Swinging in the New Year | Comedy Night with Chicago Steve | A Tribute to Foreigner and Journey | Blues guitarist Chris Cain

Jeff Bordes and Friends are helping the Tri-Valley usher in 2025 with a New Year’s Eve concert at the Bankhead Theater in Livermore. See that plus shows at the Firehouse this weekend in A&E Digest.

Fewer California workers were dying on the job. Then fentanyl happened

Employers and unions are grappling with the opioid crisis, while the state inches toward requiring Narcan in workplaces. The list of deaths on the job include in Livermore this year when a driver was found in his parked semi-truck as he waited to make a scheduled delivery, dead from a fentanyl overdose.

Tim Talk: Dublin voters stay the course

It boiled down to finances and sensible land use. Leaving freeway frontage as open space when surrounded on both sides by suburban uses was silly.

Get up to speed fast on these new California laws taking effect in 2025

Here are some of the most noteworthy 2025 laws that go into effect on Jan. 1.

Hot Picks

Danville Storefront Decorating ContestDanville businesses will compete in a Storefront Decorating Contest where visitors are encouraged to stroll through downtown, admire the decorated windows and vote for their favorite display. Those who vote will be entered into a free weekly drawing to win prizes from local businesses. Dec. 7-Jan. 4.

Strength Training & ToningStrength training with light weights for men and women in a fun environment will help boost energy and build muscle. Weights are provided. Mondays, Wednesdays & Fridays 9:30-10:20 a.m. Drop-in fees $5(R)/$6(NR). Alcosta Senior & Community Center.

Comedy Night with Chicago Steve BarkleyWith decades of experience on stages across the country, Chicago Steve’s humor promises to bring the house down with laughs for everyone. Don’t miss this unforgettable night of comedy. 7:30 p.m., Dec. 27. Tickets $23-$33. Visit firehousearts.org/.

Forejour – Foreigner & Journey Tribute BandForejour’s multi-media show transports audiences back to the heyday of MTV as the band performs the live soundtrack to cherished videos on screen. 8 p.m., Dec. 28. Tickets $35-$69. Visit livermorearts.org/ 

Chanukah Celebration at City CenterJoin this joyous Chanukah Community Celebration for an evening filled with laughter, warmth and cherished traditions. 4-6 p.m., Dec. 29. City Center Bishop Ranch. 

Chanukah on IceGet those skates and glide upon the ice to Chanukah, Israeli and Jewish music with a mega “Fire on Ice” menorah lighting on the rink. 6 p.m., Dec. 29. $20 per skater. Tri Valley Ice, Dublin. Visit jewishtrivalley.com.


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Cierra is a Livermore native who started her journalism career as an intern and later staff reporter for the Pleasanton Weekly after graduating from CSU Monterey Bay with a bachelor's degree in journalism...