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Cloudy weather causes up to 50-minute delays at SFO
A ground delay program will be in effect for most of the day today for flights arriving at San Francisco International Airport due to reduced visibility, an airport duty manag... |
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on Nov 19, 2010 at 2:01 pm by Ralph N. Shirlet, a resident of another community |
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Mail-in ballots may be key in local elections
Thirty years ago -- back when they were called "absentee ballots" -- only about 6 percent of people in Contra Costa County mailed in their votes. Now, more than half mail thei... |
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on Nov 4, 2010 at 11:54 am by C. R. Mudgeon, a resident of the Danville neighborhood |
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Letter: McNerney will create jobs
"I write with rage and confusion to ask what David Harmer proposes to do when 'government exits the business of running and funding schools' (SF Chronicle op. ed. 2000). My ra... |
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on Oct 26, 2010 at 8:16 pm by askidoo, a resident of the Alamo neighborhood |
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Third time's a charm for Brown, Whitman at Dominican University
While it may not be any clearer who'll get the most votes for California's governorship in November following their third and final debate Tuesday, at Dominican University, on... |
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on Oct 17, 2010 at 9:30 am by Derek, a resident of the Danville neighborhood |
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15th Assembly District candidates address economy, budget and football
Finances, fiscal policy and football all found their way into a recent face-off between the two candidates for the 15th assembly district.
Read the full story here Web Link... |
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on Oct 12, 2010 at 10:51 am by keith, a resident of the Danville neighborhood |
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State unemployment rate climbs to 12.4 percent
California's unemployment rate climbed to 12.4 percent in August, which is up from 12.3 percent the previous month, according to the latest figures released by the state's Emp... |
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on Sep 30, 2010 at 12:15 pm by Mike, a resident of the Danville neighborhood |
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Letter: Ways to avert San Bruno disaster
"Last week's San Bruno fire has left an indelible impression on the nation's mind. Gas leaks cause non-controllable fires. Ground movement due to growth of tree roots, earthqu... |
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on Sep 22, 2010 at 1:02 pm by Mike, a resident of another community |
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Internships avaiable to work in Rep. McNerney's offices
Congressman Jerry McNerney (CA-11) is accepting applications for internship positions available in his Stockton, Pleasanton and Washington, D.C. offices. These internships are... |
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on Sep 6, 2010 at 8:43 pm by Tony, a resident of the Danville neighborhood |
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McNerney hosts grants workshop in San Ramon
Congressman Jerry McNerney (CA-11) will host a grants workshop to provide information about the availability of federal and foundation grants and how to apply for them today f... |
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on Aug 21, 2010 at 11:26 am by Julia, a resident of the Alamo neighborhood |
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New FasTrak customers receive bonus good toward I-680 Express Lane toll
Bay Area drivers who want to avoid traffic backups on southbound Interstate Highway 680 will soon have a faster way to travel between Pleasanton and Milpitas.
Read the full s... |
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on Aug 12, 2010 at 3:53 pm by Curious, a resident of another community |
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McNerney introduces bill to fight outsourcing
U.S. Rep. Jerry McNerney (D., 11th District) has introduced a bill to stop outsourcing by cracking down on what he calls "tax loopholes" that let companies move jobs abroad.
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on Jul 9, 2010 at 3:15 pm by DaveB, a resident of another community |
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Fury wins State Cup
The Mustang Fury U-12 girls defeated rivals MVLA Lightning, 2-0, to win the State Cup Championship in Division 1 soccer. Top scorers were Dana Outcalt, Kat Hupke; assists, Ray... |
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on Jul 5, 2010 at 7:11 pm by jamie speros\'s biggest fan, a resident of the Diablo neighborhood |
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Harmer happy with GOP lead for 11th Congressional District nomination
Although Congressman Jerry McNerney (D-Pleasanton), facing no opposition for the Democrat Party nomination for election to a third term in office, left town at 7 a.m. yesterd... |
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on Jun 12, 2010 at 6:55 pm by Esther Wiens, a resident of the Danville neighborhood |
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Lawsuit says state's education financing system is unconstitutional
A group of individuals, state education associations, and school districts throughout California announced this morning that they have filed a lawsuit against the state claimi... |
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on May 21, 2010 at 8:03 am by Marie, a resident of the San Ramon neighborhood |
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Tour the Alamo Cemetery like never before
The Civil War era comes to life Saturday night for the Twilight Cemetery Tour at 7 p.m., Saturday, April 24 at the Alamo Cemetery. Look for costumed interpreters representing ... |
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on May 14, 2010 at 11:54 am by kAYLEE vALASQUEZ, a member of the Alamo Elementary School community |
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McNerney's veterans care bill becomes law
A bill said to improve health care for veterans was signed into law today as part of the Caregivers and Veterans Omnibus Health Services Act. Signed by Congressman Jerry McNer... |
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on May 12, 2010 at 8:39 am by Louise, a resident of the Danville neighborhood |
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Toast to tutoring Friday night
The Buena Vista Auxiliary hosts its annual "A Toast to Tutoring" fundraiser to benefit the Buena Vista Tutorial Program, an early-intervention literacy program for elementary ... |
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on Apr 29, 2010 at 12:02 pm by Colleen, a resident of the Walnut Creek neighborhood |
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McNerney's veterans health bill passes House
Legislation authored by Congressman Jerry McNerney (CA-11) that would address the needs of veterans who suffered traumatic brain injuries passed the House of Representatives W... |
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on Apr 26, 2010 at 1:29 am by Jerry, a resident of the San Ramon neighborhood |
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Meet David Harmer tonight
Republican candidate David Harmer who is running for the 11th Congressional District seat will host a meet-and-greet tonight from 7-8:30 p.m., Wednesday, April 7, at the Sycam... |
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on Apr 9, 2010 at 10:25 am by Chet, a resident of the Danville neighborhood |
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McNerney, Garamendi join Democrats to pass historic health care reform
A bill reforming America's health care system, what one Bay Area congressman called "a critical step," was approved Sunday night by the U.S. House of Representatives.
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on Mar 31, 2010 at 12:26 am by Rainman, a resident of the San Ramon neighborhood |
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'Newborns leave hospitals wrapped in newspaper'
Joan Hamblin is on a mission. She wants to make sure that young mothers in Guatemala have everything they need to take care of their babies. She and her friends assemble kits ... |
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on Mar 21, 2010 at 12:50 am by katie, a resident of the Danville neighborhood |
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Danville teen orator headed to nationals
Sam Stone, a senior at Monte Vista high School, won the state competition Sunday in the 73rd annual American Legion Oratorical Contest and will now represent California at the... |
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on Mar 5, 2010 at 6:27 pm by bzwahlen, a resident of the Blackhawk neighborhood |
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Haitian wreckage touches charity veteran
Jeff Behring is no stranger to need. He's traveled to impoverished areas all over the world making deliveries with his family's Wheelchair Foundation. When he returned to Port... |
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on Feb 19, 2010 at 11:41 am by Bob Gibbs, a resident of the Danville neighborhood |
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No federal money for BART-Oakland airport connector
The Federal Transit Administration on Friday denied BART $70 million in federal stimulus money to fund its proposed elevated rail connector between the Coliseum station and Oa... |
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on Feb 16, 2010 at 1:44 pm by richierich, a resident of the Danville neighborhood |
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Half of Bay Area children have one immigrant parent
A report released today by an immigrant advocacy group examines the contributions of immigrants to California and its regions, including the Bay Area where 30 percent of resid... |
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on Jan 31, 2010 at 6:30 am by Gunslinger, a resident of the Danville neighborhood |
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