Driver airlifted to hospital after crashing into San Ramon house
Authorities were continuing an investigation Tuesday into a dramatic scene in San Ramon the previous night in which a vehicle struck a home near Monte Video Elementary School and caught fire, resulting in the driver being airlifted for burn treatment.
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Pleasanton Unified begins demolition for Amador Valley High School renovations
Crews broke ground on the Amador Valley High School campus renovation project this summer and have now begun demolishing the small gym and the wrestling room this week as they make their way to the Amador Theater next.
Metal 3D printing company launches production facility in Livermore
Velo3D has primed its first facility in Livermore where it is set to manufacture 3D-printed metal parts for strategic industries.
‘A surreal feeling’: Livermore native, De La Salle alum signs with Kansas City Royals after MLB Draft
“This is something I’ve dreamed of since I was a little kid,” he said. “To make that dream come true is something special.”
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Lifestyle
Tri-Valley athlete nominated for Special Olympics World Games
For the first time in program history, an athlete from Tri-Valley REACH 4 T-RADD sports teams has been nominated to compete at the Special Olympics World Games in Chile next year.
Letters: Fire response | Rebuttal on special election costs | I feel betrayed | Anniversary of atomic bombings
“God bless our brave men fighting these fires. Please pray for them. But I really wanted to send this note here for our community. We take life for granted, but things can change in the blink of an eye. Please…
Community Briefs: Final Summer Nights concert of the season | At-risk man found | Assessment Appeals Board applications
The town of Danville is gearing up for the final events of the year in its outdoor summer entertainment series, with Taylor Swift cover band Dream Like Taylor set to take the stage at the Town Green this weekend. See…
A&E
Livermore landmark inspires artist’s work exhibited across California
Livermore-based artist Carolyn Lord is attracting attention statewide to an iconic gas station in the city’s downtown as the subject of paintings up for exhibition this year.
Livermore takes center stage in author John Bluck’s new thriller
Murder, espionage and rocket science all meet in Livermore in John G. Bluck’s latest thriller.
‘P is for Pleasanton’: New picture book highlights hometown history from A to Z
That’s what it says on the cover, anyway. When you open the alphabetical, artistic ode to Pleasanton, P actually stands for … well, maybe the creators wouldn’t want me to spoil it.
Spotlight
This California Delta community is drawing Bay Area homebuyers to the water
Bay Area residents understand the value of open space. That’s why it’s no surprise a private waterfront enclave on the California Delta is drawing homebuyers who are ready for a different kind of life.
Ivy League mentorship for college applications and career foundations through meaningful projects
Path Mentors was born out of dissatisfaction with the toxic high-pressure environment that college admissions has created. Founded in 2019 by Columbia graduates, the Path Mentors’ team of nearly 100 mentors from a wide range of professions including technology, finance,…
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Community rallies to aid Blackhawk Plaza ducks following pond’s closure
The ongoing saga of Blackhawk Plaza’s troubles amid tenant vacancies, turnovers, and multiple legal proceedings including its owners’ bankruptcy came home to roost in recent weeks as the longstanding pond closed for repairs just before the start of summer.
Pleasanton Weekly wins General Excellence, nine other first-place honors in California Journalism Awards
“The winning categories capture the quality, range and impact of our journalism: General Excellence, Investigative Reporting, Enterprise Series, Best Newsletter, Columns, Editorial Comment, Business and the Economy, Sports Feature, Profile Story and Fine Arts.”
Sports
Dublin Leprechauns win regular-season title, host playoff games this week
Thanks to a 14-8 win over defending champions, the San Rafael Pacifics, then a 10-8 win over the Bakersfield Train Robbers on Friday night, the Dublin Leprechauns won the Pecos League Pacific Division title.
Kyle Shanahan, 49ers head coach, seriously injured in Palo Alto car crash
San Francisco 49ers head coach Kyle Shanahan reportedly suffered serious injuries, including broken ribs, a severe concussion and facial injuries that required 40 stitches after a major car accident near his Peninsula home, according to ESPN.
Tri-Valley squad among 3 Bay Area Little League teams still vying for World Series
Three Bay Area youth baseball teams, including one from the Tri-Valley, still have hopes of making it to the Little League World Series when they play in the Northern California regional tournament starting this weekend in Chico.
ReAL Estate
Four myths about insurance in California
As the state’s residents prepare to vote for a new insurance commissioner in November, here’s a look at a few common myths about insurance in California.
Sutter Health buys nearly 30 acres from IKEA in Dublin
Sutter Health recently purchased 27 acres of undeveloped land from IKEA in eastern Dublin, but it has not yet committed publicly to a plan for the property.
What’s new at Concannon Vineyard: Fresh owners lead changes throughout historic Livermore winery
A sense of tradition endures at Concannon Vineyard, but several clues point to the famed Livermore winery’s new ownership…
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