SCHOOLS & KIDS
Healthier lunches debut at 5 SRV elementaries
Greasy chicken nuggets and salty hot dogs are a thing of the past at five San Ramon Valley elementary schools, as students forgo fried foods in favor of fresh fruits and veggi... |
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on Jan 27, 2012 at 1:21 pm by Jessica Lipsky, a resident of the Danville neighborhood |
CRIMES & INCIDENTS
Masked group robs gas station, shoots at customer
Six armed, masked suspects robbed a Valero gas station in Walnut Creek early this morning. Clad in masks and hoods, the suspects entered the gas station's store around 3:30 a.... |
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on Sep 29, 2011 at 7:36 am by Editor, Danville Weekly Online |
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Quirkology of Quilts opens this week
Although the weather may be too warm to add one to your bed, the Museum of the San Ramon Valley is removing quilts from their closet summer homes in a new exhibit. Quirkology ... |
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on Aug 29, 2011 at 8:56 am by Kevin, a resident of the Danville neighborhood |
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Streetwise: What's your fantasy?
Whether you're stuck at the office, dreaming up the perfect vacation, in class letting your mind wander or just walking around with your head perpetually in the clouds, most e... |
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on Jan 31, 2012 at 11:03 am by P, a resident of the Blackhawk neighborhood |
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SummerHill Homes project moves to next stage of development
In a 5-1 vote, with Commissioner Paul Radich opposing, the Commission approved the Magee Ranch/SummerHill Homes project --a 410-acre development at the southeast corner of Dia... |
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on May 22, 2013 at 3:56 pm by Nim Beigh, a resident of the Danville neighborhood |
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Arnerich, other Tri-Valley mayors return from Washington meetings, inauguration
Mayors from the Tri-Valley returned Tuesday from a five-day trip to Washington D.C. where they met with California legislators and several agency leaders to bid for more feder... |
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on Feb 4, 2013 at 11:29 am by Geoff Gillette, a resident of the Danville neighborhood |
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AIA meeting, June 9, to discuss MVHS solar power generation station
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Neighborhoods are tracking www.alamoca.org, the Alamo Improvement Association website, for issues impacting the Alamo region and Iron Horse/680 south corridor.... |
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on Jun 6, 2011 at 3:22 pm by [removed], a resident of the Alamo neighborhood |
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Residents find the perfect child
Sometimes, a dog is just a dog, but more and more lately, he or she is a furkid: a pet that's become more than a pet and is treated like a child. It's not uncommon for people ... |
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on May 19, 2011 at 7:12 am by Tom Cushing, a resident of the Danville neighborhood |
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Ask the Vet: Winter hazards
We are lucky to live in a climate with mild winters. We are also lucky to live close to so many different terrains -- deserts, beaches, and the mountains! Because many familie... |
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on Dec 5, 2012 at 6:53 am by LMP, a resident of the Danville neighborhood |
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County advisory board openings
County Supervisor Candace Anderson is looking for interested, motivated District 2 residents to serve on a variety of county citizen advisory boards. These voluntary boards us... |
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on Oct 11, 2012 at 9:11 am by Followthrough, a resident of the Danville neighborhood |
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Buy tickets now for 'Bach to School'
Monte Vista High School Choral department will celebrating its 28th year under the direction of Bruce Koliha, and will perform its annual "Bach to School" concert at 7 p.m., W... |
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on Sep 28, 2011 at 9:45 am by mvfamily, a member of the Monte Vista High School community |
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Understanding the relationship between religion and foreign policy
Completing the religion and politics trilogy, this week's [Web Link Raucous Caucus] considers the role of religion in foreign... |
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on Sep 1, 2011 at 10:46 am by Julia, a resident of the Alamo neighborhood |
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Communities gear up for Independence Day celebrations
The San Ramon Valley Kiwanis Club is looking to recognize future leaders in its parade through downtown Danville this year. "Our community is very privileged to have a great n... |
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on Jun 30, 2011 at 1:26 pm by the dogfather, a resident of the Danville neighborhood |
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Police ask for public's help in locating final jewelry store shooting suspect
San Ramon Police have issued a warrant for Manual Jovan Arroyo, the final suspect associated with the robbery of the Gold N Treasures store last summer, in which one suspect w... |
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on Jan 18, 2013 at 3:54 pm by john , a resident of the Danville neighborhood |
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Big bong battle
A battle is brewing between Cigarette City and Pleasanton officials about bongs, glass pipes ostensibly used for tobacco but more often used to smoke marijuana. State health c... |
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on Dec 16, 2011 at 4:25 pm by Joe, a resident of the San Ramon neighborhood |
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Ducklings debut in Danville
[Web Link Baby Lambs] might be the first sign of spring in San Ramon, but ducklings are also making their debut in Blackhawk Plaz... |
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on Apr 4, 2011 at 6:39 pm by Dickita P, a member of the San Ramon Valley High School community |
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Still Time To Enter Exchange Club's Scholarship Essay Contest
The Exchange Club of San Ramon Valley will be conducting the second session in its annual College Essay Scholarship Contest with the topic "Federal and State Mandates¨CDiscuss... |
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on Mar 24, 2011 at 4:55 pm by Phil Lindner, a resident of the Danville neighborhood |
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Centerpointe preschool, former employee sued by parents of bound child
The parents of a 2-year-old who was bound with tape while in the care of Centerpointe Christian Preschool have sued the school and the woman who allegedly bound the child. The... |
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on Apr 9, 2013 at 6:29 pm by Derek, a resident of the Danville neighborhood |
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Thousands worth of copper stolen from PG&E facility
Approximately $2,000 worth of copper wire was stolen from the PG&E Testing Facility on Crow Canyon Road last week, according to police reports. Kevin Lundberg, 29, a Castro Va... |
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on Jul 20, 2011 at 4:13 pm by FanDanville, a resident of the Danville neighborhood |
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Donate to the school supply drive for foster kids
In an effort to help California's foster kids feel prepared and confident this school year, Sleep Train is hosting its annual School Supply Drive for Foster Kids through Sept.... |
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on Aug 30, 2012 at 9:53 am by Frank Divore, a resident of the Danville neighborhood |
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For Wednesday 4/18: Donate to Sleep Train's shoe drive for foster kids
Donations of new shoes in all sizes can be dropped off at any Sleep Train store, including locations in Dublin, Pleasanton and Walnut Creek. For more information or to find th... |
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on Mar 23, 2012 at 8:32 am by Sonya Richards, a resident of the Alamo neighborhood |
CRIMES & INCIDENTS
Police ask for help in locating missing teen
The Pleasanton Police Department is asking people to keep their eyes open for a 15-year-old girl who has been reported missing. The girl, Shelby Harris, was last seen by frien... |
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on Nov 6, 2011 at 10:40 pm by Marie, a resident of the Danville neighborhood |
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Serial bank robbery suspects nabbed in Vacaville linked to Comercia robbery
Police have linked two of four serial bank robbery suspects arrested in Vacaville on Monday to a [Web Link recent bank robber... |
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on Aug 11, 2011 at 1:25 pm by cessna, a resident of another community |
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GRANT PROGRAM - DUBLIN/SAN RAMON WOMEN'S CLUB
The Dublin/San Ramon Women's Club now has a Grant Program.
Non-Profit 501(c) 3 organizations can apply by our deadline of
April 15, 2011. Pick up the application on our we... |
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on Mar 15, 2011 at 2:45 pm by Joan Ernst, a resident of the San Ramon neighborhood |
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Will a CCC-MAC remain unwelcome in Alamo?
Dear Editor,
Melissa, government law counsel resident in Alamo, has circulated analysis of effectiveness of Contra Costa County Municipal Advisory Councils (“CCC-MAC”) unde... |
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on Oct 5, 2011 at 7:40 am by [update], a resident of the Alamo neighborhood |