Meet Dogbert from East Bay SPCA in Dublin
An 8-year-old sweetheart with a golden heart and an easygoing charm, Dogbert warms up gently, then melts into head and belly scratches with a soft, happy tail wag.
Pippal in Dublin for regional Indian specialties
Pippal creates Indian food for gourmet meals and family dinners in a dramatic setting.
Game night fight breaks out at Livermore High basketball gym
A brawl involving multiple juveniles at Livermore High School Tuesday evening during a basketball game resulted in at least one Livermore male being hurt, police said.
Tri-Valley cities gear up for 2026 Black History Month happenings
Every year during Black History Month, cities across the Tri-Valley hold a number of events that aim to educate residents and members of the public while also celebrating Black and African American culture.
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DUSD establishes new limits on AP and honors enrollment at high schools
The Dublin Unified School District Board of Trustees recently greenlit a policy to limit high school students’ enrollment in advanced coursework, barring certain exceptions, as part of a wider effort to support their wellbeing.
‘See you in court, Joel!’ Swalwell responds to allegation he lives out of state
A lawsuit brought forward by a filmmaker and activist is making waves in national and local news this month with its allegations that Tri-Valley congressman and gubernatorial candidate Eric Swalwell does not live in the state — with Swalwell and his campaign firing back at the claim.
Pleasanton Preps: Dublin Leprechauns have championship aspirations in 2026
Confidence is high as the Dublin Leprechauns enter their fourth Pecos League season aiming for a championship run. After playoff victories and rising attendance, momentum is strong for the East Bay franchise.
San Ramon council to review annual financial audit
The San Ramon City Council is set to review an independent financial audit of the city’s budget in the last fiscal year, which points to positive signs following efforts to correct for a budget shortfall and deficit spending that came to a head in 2024.
Danville Planning Commission to vote on new chair and vice chair
The Danville Planning Commission is set to appoint a new chair and vice chair to the body as part of a light agenda for its first meeting of the year.
Strong odors, flaring at Martinez refinery pose no increased health risks to public, county health says
After responding to several complaints about strong odors and flaring Monday morning at the the Martinez Refining Company, Contra Costa Health determined that there were no elevated public health risks to nearby communities.
Kaiser workers walk out Monday, beginning open-ended strike
Kaiser Permanente unionized nurses and other workers began an open-ended strike on Monday at dozens of locations in California and Hawaii, citing staffing shortages, workplace safety and wages.
Pleasanton man arrested for throwing rocks and bricks at cars, businesses
A Pleasanton resident who has had numerous encounters with the police department was arrested last week after he was seen throwing rocks and bricks at multiple vehicles and businesses on Santa Rita Road, police said.
BART says year-over-year ridership rose 13.5% in December
BART ridership in December rose 13.5% in the latest year versus the previous year, the public transit system said Friday.
San Ramon’s former Harlan House site up for sale
After numerous public and private meetings with city officials and a drawn-out application process, the owner of the site that formerly housed San Ramon’s oldest historic home has put the property back on the market.
SRVHS alum Matt Ortega running for Tri-Valley House seat
The race for a successor to Rep. Eric Swalwell is starting to take shape months ahead of the upcoming primary election, with progressive Matt Ortega’s campaign now roaring after he launched his bid for the seat last month.
Negotiations between union and Kaiser said to resume but strike still planned
Kaiser Permanente said in a statement that negotiations were resuming Sunday with unionized nurses and other workers who are planning an open-ended strike starting Monday at dozens of locations in California and Hawaii.
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