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Measure II campaigns exceed quarter million dollars
High-rollers threw more than $170,000 into the battle over Dublin’s Measure II during the last few weeks, raising year-to-date committee collections to over $250,000 combined, according to recently released financial statements.
2 apartments burn, another 8 damaged in afternoon fire near Diablo Valley College
A two-alarm fire Tuesday afternoon in an apartment building near Diablo Valley College in Pleasant Hill destroyed portions of two apartments and severely damaged another eight before firefighters could control the blaze.
Around the Valley: Changes on the horizon
Public comment during the Oct. 15 Pleasanton City Council meeting provided
a plethora of examples of why fact-based journalism is needed to correct factual inaccuracies, give context to misleading statements and shed light on questionable behavior.
Pleasanton Preps: Falcons repeat as EBAL girls’ volleyball champions
In a dramatic week, the Foothill girls’ volleyball team took care of business and will hang another EBAL championship banner in the Falcon gym. Also: Trying to wrap my head around El Cerrito football scandal that just gifted Amador forfeit win.
Debate on Alameda County DA recall heats up ahead of Election Day
With less than a week to go until the upcoming November election in which Alameda County residents will make a final decision on a measure to recall first-term District Attorney Pamela Price, the pro- and anti-recall campaigns are continuing to battle one another in the push to win over voters.
Younger generation shines in ‘The Sound of Music’
Get ready to take a long trip down memory lane with an all-youth cast and orchestra who will be showcasing their musical adaptation of the iconic “The Sound of Music” at the Bankhead Theater starting this weekend.
County health department receives $5.7M grant for homeless project
Contra Costa Health last week said the department corralled a $5.7 million grant for “compassionately tackling homeless encampments” from the state’s Encampment Resolution Funding program.
Couple’s Net — This holiday season: Gift books; time together; donate
“Do you really need anymore stuff? How about your partner, kids, family or friends? I know brains are wired to like shiny new things. This year, think about gifting wonderful books (suggestions below), planning quality time together, and donating money to help others.”
Hot Picks
Happy Halloween Haul Activity Bag: Visit the Danville Library in costume to celebrate this spooky time of year with a Happy Halloween Haul Activity Bag for young readers filled with creepy crafts, frightfully fun activities and other surprises. Bags are available beginning at 10:00 a.m., Oct. 30. Two per family while supplies last.
A Haunted Evening of Halloween Classics: For over three decades the San Ramon Symphonic Band has been delighting audiences of all ages under the direction of conductor, Larry Colon. Wear a costume for this magical and spooktacular evening of live Halloween favorites. 7 p.m., Dougherty Valley Performing Arts Center. Visit https://tickets.sanramon.ca.gov/
Family Story Hour at Danville Library: Join on Wednesdays for a fun combination of books, finger plays, rhymes, songs, movement activities and more. Family Story Hour will help reinforce a lifelong love of learning while building language and literacy skills. 11:15 a.m.
Total Body & Balance: Use body weight, dumbbells and props to strengthen the entire body and develop balance skills. Workouts can be done standing, with a chair, or sitting. Thursdays, 10:00–10:45 a.m. Drop-in fees $5(R)/$6(NR). Alcosta Senior & Community Center.
Storytime at San Ramon Library: Join for Storytime and enjoy books, songs, fingerplays, movement and fun. An opportunity for young children to develop language, early literacy and social skills. Thursdays, 11:15 a.m.-12 p.m.
Woodworks Art Exhibition: This exhibition brings together artists who have transformed the natural medium of wood into stunning works of art. Learn more about using wood as an art medium with upcoming workshops to be held throughout the exhibition. Art Gallery at the Village Theatre. Through Dec. 13.
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