RAUCOUS CAUCUS
Their Akin-Breakin’ Hurt
I thought I was taking a late summer hiatus, based on a combination of annual dog days reveries, overseas athletic distractions, and an utterly uninspiring domestic political ... |
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on Aug 31, 2012 at 5:39 pm by Dave, a resident of the Danville neighborhood |
AROUND TOWN
2-alarm fire in Diablo -- and Summerhille Homes wants to increase emergency response times in this highly congested area!
The following article was on the Danville Patch:
"UPDATE: 2-Alarm Fire in Diablo is Contained, No Injuries Reported
The San Ramon Valley Fire Protection District resp... |
CONCERNED CITIZEN |
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on Jun 27, 2012 at 11:20 am by J Tanner, a resident of the Danville neighborhood |
AROUND TOWN
Should Mary N Piepho rescind her written endorsement of Brian Dawson ?
Endorsed by Local leaders!
"I've known Brian Dawson for a number of years now. I know him to be a compassionate leader who looks out for our community's best interests at a... |
East County Watch |
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on Nov 21, 2011 at 10:37 am by Alamo Gets Justice, a resident of the Alamo neighborhood |
SCHOOLS & KIDS
Kid's Country facilities won't be closed, exec director says
Four Kid's Country facilities in San Ramon and Danville will not be losing their licenses, according to the organization's Executive Director, Chris Erbe. In a lengthy intervi... |
Editor |
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on Aug 11, 2011 at 5:49 pm by Jenn, a resident of the San Ramon neighborhood |
AROUND TOWN
Rumor confirmed: Peet's to open in Alamo Plaza
Coming this fall to Alamo: Peet's Coffee & Tea. The store confirmed today that it will open later this year at 215 Alamo Plaza, the same location as the Yellow Wood Café, whic... |
Editor |
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on Jul 19, 2011 at 12:16 am by Andy, a resident of another community |
COMMENTS ON STORIES
West Dublin/Pleasanton BART station opens to much fanfare and talk
Trains are stopping today at the $106-million West Dublin/Pleasanton BART station that was officially dedicated Friday with a bevy of speeches and patriotic ceremonies inside ... |
Editor |
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on Feb 28, 2011 at 11:59 am by In Alamo, a resident of the Alamo neighborhood |
STATE, NATIONAL, INTERNATIONAL
McNerney wins re-election but opponent won't concede
Congressman Jerry McNerney (D-Pleasanton) has clearly won his re-election bid against Republican challenger David Harmer, finishing a full 1% ahead of Harmer with almost all a... |
Editor |
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on Dec 1, 2010 at 10:56 pm by Chet, a resident of the Danville neighborhood |
COMMENTS ON STORIES
Some on San Ramon City Council back manager's high pay
Some San Ramon City Council members are lining up to support Mayor Abram Wilson and City Manager Herb Moniz. Both Wilson and Moniz have come under fire recently for the city m... |
Editor |
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on Sep 14, 2010 at 2:12 pm by Rob, a resident of the San Ramon neighborhood |
SCHOOLS & KIDS
School Dress Code- Do you think kids dress appropriately?
School starts in less than a month, and along with warm weather go styles that are more appropriate for the beach instead of the classroom. Do you approve of what you see worn... |
Lili L. |
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on Jul 29, 2010 at 3:28 pm by Marie, a resident of the Danville neighborhood |
SCHOOLS & KIDS
Subway franchise headed to high schools
In an effort to keep kids on campus and feed them more efficiently, the San Ramon Valley Unified School District board unanimously voted to own and operate Subway sandwich fra... |
Editor |
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on Jul 13, 2010 at 4:25 pm by Duke, a resident of another community |
STATE, NATIONAL, INTERNATIONAL
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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Editor |
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on Jul 9, 2010 at 3:15 pm by DaveB, a resident of another community |
COMMENTS ON STORIES
New firehouse sparks discussion at MAC meeting
Fire Chief Richard Price discussed plans for a new Station 32 on Tuesday night that drew some opponents but more supporters, resulting in standing room only at the meeting of ... |
Editor |
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on Feb 9, 2010 at 3:16 pm by CDSI Research, a resident of another community |
AROUND TOWN
Dogs Ordered not to Poop at Hap Magee Dogpark
...okay, well it's either that, or they'll henceforth(?) be required to bring in their own disposal bags and clean up after themselves. Web Link... |
Lassie N. Fido |
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on Nov 22, 2009 at 11:59 am by Tom Cushing, a resident of the Danville neighborhood |
AROUND TOWN
Medical marijuana on the agenda
The Town Council is expected to extend a temporary ban to keep medical marijuana facilities from locating within Danville, at their meeting Tuesday night, Nov. 17.
Read the f... |
Editor |
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on Nov 20, 2009 at 2:11 pm by Batti, a resident of the Danville neighborhood |
COMMENTS ON STORIES
Danville restaurant accused of skimming tips
Operators of a Danville restaurant are facing a $425,000 civil suit amid allegations of a number of violations of employee rights. California Labor Commissioner Angela Broadst... |
Editor |
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on Sep 24, 2009 at 7:50 pm by Danville Sushi Fan, a resident of the Danville neighborhood |
AROUND TOWN
Contra Costa Meals on Wheels issues urgent funding appeal, may have to drop 200 seniors
Meals on Wheels of Contra Costa launched an urgent appeal for more donations, saying that a funding shortage could force it to drop 200 people from its roster of 1,200 seniors... |
Editor |
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on May 2, 2013 at 10:00 am by Conservator, a resident of the Danville neighborhood |
COMMENTS ON STORIES
Council outlines changes to General Plan
Every seat was occupied at Danville's Town Council meeting on March 5, as residents were eager to hear the Council's thoughts on the [Web Link... |
Editor |
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on Mar 11, 2013 at 8:56 am by Conservator, a resident of the Danville neighborhood |
AROUND TOWN
Prop 8 sponsors tell U.S. Supreme Court that defining marriage is a state right
Supporters of California's ban on same-sex marriage told the U.S. Supreme Court Tuesday that defining marriage is a states' rights matter and that Californians' choice of a tr... |
Editor |
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on Feb 1, 2013 at 8:02 am by Aubrey, a resident of the Alamo neighborhood |
AROUND TOWN
Danville Council Candidate Renee Morgan falsely calls herself an architectural designer on the ballot
The following article was in the Contra Costa Times today:
"The Danville town council race has gotten red hot, with opponents of candidate Renee Morgan writing letters, fil... |
Truthful Ballots for Danville |
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on Oct 23, 2012 at 7:51 am by concerned voter, a resident of the Danville neighborhood |
RAUCOUS CAUCUS
Comedy or Tragedy?
Whew – if the recent flurry of activity here on the DX Board is any indication (and it is), this week’s doings in Charlotte have heightened interest in the Presidential campai... |
Tom Cushing |
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on Sep 27, 2012 at 2:23 pm by Ann, a resident of the Danville neighborhood |
COMMENTS ON STORIES
SRVUSD refinances bond, saves homeowners $17 million
The San Ramon Valley Unified School District recently refinanced and restructured its Measure A general obligation bond, a move projected to save property owners more than $17... |
Editor |
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on Jun 29, 2012 at 2:36 pm by Dave, a resident of the Danville neighborhood |
SCHOOLS & KIDS
On campus child care
I heard that a "committee" selected Kids Country to throw The Growing Room out of several schools this week. I don't believe for a second that a "committee" of parents would c... |
Lisa |
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on Mar 22, 2012 at 8:22 pm by Itsallonline, a resident of another community |
AROUND TOWN
An Update from SummerHill Homes on the Magee Ranches Development Proposal
A number of articles have recently been published in the Danville Express regarding SummerHill Homes’s Magee Ranches Development Proposal to build 78 residences on the south s... |
Wendi Baker, SummerHill Homes |
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on Oct 23, 2011 at 10:25 am by Molly, a resident of the Danville neighborhood |
CRIMES & INCIDENTS
Charlotte Wood Middle on temporary lockdown after burglary, chase
Charlotte Wood Middle School instituted a shelter in place ordinance this afternoon after reports of a home burglary and chase of an armed suspect "On the advice of the police... |
Editor |
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on May 19, 2011 at 12:13 am by a resident of Danville, a resident of the Danville neighborhood |
AROUND TOWN
Anyone know the function of the new tower at Brett Hart park?
Driving by there this morning I noticed the new looming tower at the intersection of Camino Tassajara and Diablo Road. Is this a cell tower? If so, are there plans to c... |
jrm |
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on Dec 21, 2010 at 7:16 pm by kevin, a resident of the Danville neighborhood |