Danville Planning Commission to hear appeal in neighborhood dispute over carport
The Danville Planning Commission is set Tuesday to consider allowing a property owner on the west side of town to keep the carport they built without permits – and install solar panels on top in the future – over the objection of neighbors who cry foul.
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’80s theme for Valley Humane Society’s annual Tails at Twilight gala
Valley Humane Society, Pleasanton’s animal welfare nonprofit, will be hosting its 12th annual Tails at Twilight gala earlier than in previous years at its customary venue, Casa Real at Ruby Hill Winery.
Station closed? BART could abandon Tri-Valley stops under doomsday budget cuts
BART says it could close up to 15 rapid-transit stations, eliminate the Blue line that runs between Daly City and Dublin-Pleasanton, and reduce service systemwide if voters turn down a sales tax increase planned for November.
Smash hit: Pleasanton’s first rage room, splatter paint destination now open
Looking to relieve some of that stress in a fun and not-so-modest way? Well, as of Saturday, people can experience that therapeutic release by smashing objects and splattering paint inside Pleasanton’s first-ever iSmash facility.
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‘United and serious’: Dublin teachers union authorizes strike amid stalled negotiations
DTA has authorized a strike, barring the settlement of a “student-centered agreement” with district negotiators, union representatives announced last week.
‘Then and Now’ recalls historic schools of eastern Alameda County
On the far eastern edge of Alameda County sits the sole remaining one-room schoolhouse in the Livermore area.
Livermore school board, superintendent abruptly part ways
The Livermore school board and second-year Superintendent Torie Gibson parted ways on Friday night, an abrupt conclusion to a tense time between the trustees and their top administrator over ways to handle an eight-figure budget deficit projected for next school…
A&E
Something to see: Firehouse sets lineup of concerts, plays, exhibitions for winter and spring
Continuing to establish its identity in the fine arts landscape of the Tri-Valley, Pleasanton’s Firehouse Arts Center is presenting an eclectic mix of offerings in the first half of 2026.
A poetic ‘response’: Livermore writer releases debut chapbook
“Chapbook was a term I hadn’t seen before – and perhaps why Livermore author Patricia J. Boyle’s press release caught my eye.”
Experience downtown Pleasanton: PDA announces 2026 events schedule
The PDA has unveiled its schedule of special events for the year, saying that “creating shared experiences, strengthening community connections and supporting small businesses” is at the heart of the series of familiar and new offerings alike.
Spotlight
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,…
Moving insurance vs. moving coverage: What California consumers need to know
Many people assume their movers provide “insurance” for household goods. In reality, most licensed movers in California are required to provide coverage, which is different from insurance and comes with important limitations.
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Closing time? Blackhawk Plaza faces foreclosure amid increasing vacancies
Blackhawk Plaza could find itself in new hands once again, with a court hearing in southern California later this month on a request to put the property into receivership status as a lender seeks to go after a $5 million…
Rest easy, Mr. Pleasanton – Remembering Jeb Bing, founding Weekly editor and publisher
Jeb Bing, the founding editor and publisher of the Pleasanton Weekly whose perennial presence in the community earned him the moniker “Mr. Pleasanton”, died during the holiday season at 90 years old.
Sports
Class action suit targets SF Giants for charging ‘junk fees’ in online ticketing
A consumer class action lawsuit filed in federal court last month against the San Francisco Giants baseball team seeks to recoup alleged “junk fees” that were included in the price of hundreds of thousands of tickets to Giants’ games purchased…
Pleasanton Preps: New Eagles OC Mannion showed coaching promise from early age
“But for those of us around Pleasanton, the news wasn’t shocking at all. If anyone with as little experience was going to be hired for such a position, it was Sean Mannion.”
Burgermeister named new Amador Valley football head coach
“The bottom line is Amador leaders needed to make a perfect call for the new coach, and they did just that. I am looking forward to watching the Dons play next season and watching the magic Burgermeister will bring to…
ReAL Estate
Apple Cinemas backs out of Blackhawk Plaza
After years of “coming soon” announcements and renovation work at the former site of Century Theatres Blackhawk, the owners of a cinema chain that had been set to restore the theater have apparently pulled the plug on their plans as…
PG&E purchases Stoneridge Mall Road property from Workday
After months on the market, an office site that previously served as part of Workday’s Pleasanton headquarters is now in new hands, with PG&E set to be the latest company situated at the prominent property near the West Dublin/Pleasanton BART…
Local real estate market may find its footing heading into 2026
After three years of relatively flat home sales, the housing market may see meaningful growth during 2026.
