Granada High School Teacher John Thayer Named Alameda County Teacher of the Year
October 3, 2025 - Livermore, CA - The Alameda County Office of Education (ACOE) selected Livermore’s own, John Thayer, mathematics teacher at Granada High School, as the 2025 Alameda County Teacher of the Year. Thayer was chosen from among 19 educators representing 17 school districts and regional occupation programs countywide for his innovative teaching, deep commitment to students, and leadership in bilingual and project-based education.“It's been incredible feeling all the love after receiving this
LAVTA Seeks Input on Proposed Route and Fare Changes
LIVERMORE, CA, – The Livermore Amador Valley Transit Authority (LAVTA) Board of Directors has opened the public comment period and scheduled public hearings to receive feedback on two proposed changes, including a proposed increase to its fixed route and paratransit fares. LAVTA is soliciting comments on increasing the Adult Regular Single Ride fare up to $2.50 from the current fare of $2.00; increasing the Paratransit Regular Single Ride Fare up to $4.50 from the current fare of $3.75; and increasing
Patriots Pen Scholarship Program
Livermore Valley Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 7265 Patriots Pen Scholarship Program PROGRAM DESCRIPTION: Since 1995, the Patriot’s Pen youth essay competition program has been available to students in grades 6-8. Each year, more 66,600 middle school students compete for more than $1 million in scholarships and incentives. Students compete by writing a 300–400-word essay on an annual patriotic theme. This year’s theme is, "How Are You Showing Patriotism and Support for Our
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COLLINS ELECTRICAL COMPANY, INC. ANNOUNCES ACADEMY OF ELECTRICAL CONTRACTING INDUCTION OF CO-CEO BRIAN GINI
COLLINS ELECTRICAL COMPANY, INC. ANNOUNCES ACADEMY OF ELECTRICAL CONTRACTING INDUCTION OF CO-CEO BRIAN GINI PRESS RELEASE | FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Stockton, California October 1, 2025 Collins Electrical Company, Inc. proudly announces that Co-Chief Executive Officer Brian Gini has been inducted into the prestigious Academy of Electrical Contracting, one of the highest honors in the electrical construction industry. His induction took place during the NECA 2025 Convention in Chicago, where he joined an
Las Positas College Ranked Among California's Best for Student ROI
Media Contact: Chip Woerner(408) [email protected] For Immediate Release Las Positas College Ranked Among California’s Best for Student ROI (Livermore, Calif., Oct 1, 2025) - Las Positas College (LPC) has been recognized as one of the top 25 community and career colleges in California delivering the highest return on investment (ROI) for students, according to Golden Returns: A Regional Look at the ROI of California’s Community and Career
LARPD Completes Playground Upgrades at Mocho and Tex Spruiell Parks
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact David Weisgerber Community Outreach Supervisor [email protected] 925-373-5765 LARPD Completes Playground Upgrades at Mocho and Tex Spruiell Parks Livermore, CA – September 5, 2025 – The Livermore Area Recreation and Park District (LARPD) has completed playground upgrades at Mocho Park and Tex Spruiell Park, adding new, modern play equipment as part of its ongoing Playground Replacement Program. The new playground at Mocho Park was completed in June, and the Tex
2025 Tri-Valley Mayors' Summit Luncheon
2025 Tri-Valley Mayors' Summit LuncheonJoin us to hear a panel discussion from the mayors of all five Tri-Valley cities. PLEASANTON, California – The Pleasanton Chamber of Commerce invites you to the 2025 Tri-Valley Mayors’ Summit Luncheon, a one-of-a-kind opportunity to hear directly from the mayors of all five Tri-Valley cities. This annual event rotates among the region’s five chambers of commerce and returns this year to Pleasanton’s beautiful Casa Real at Ruby Hill Winery on Wednesday, October
East Bay Small Operators Applaud Passage of SB63
East Bay Small Operators Applaud Passage of SB 63CONCORD,CA–EastBaybustransitoperatorsCountyConnection,LAVTA(Wheels),Tri Delta Transit, and WestCAT applaud California lawmakers for approving the Connect Bay Area Act, Senate Bill 63 (SB 63). The bill paves the way for a regional funding measure that couldstabilizetransit serviceformillionsofBayArea riders,includingthousandswho depend daily on the Tri-Valley and Contra Costa County’s bus systems. SB 63 authorizes a Public Transit Revenue Measure to be placed
The Livermore Area Recreation and Park District (LARPD) invites the community to enjoy a fall season full of festive celebrations, family fun, and engaging programs
Wednesday, September 17, 2025 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE CONTACT: David Weisgerber Community Outreach Supervisor [email protected] 925-373-5765 LIVERMORE, CA – The Livermore Area Recreation and Park District (LARPD) invites the community to enjoy a fall season full of festive celebrations, family fun, and engaging programs. Highlights of this year’s fall events include: • Halloween Boo Bash (October 18) – Join us at the Robert Livermore Community Center for family-friendly Halloween fun with a
$500 in Reusable Foodware with a Mini-Grant from StopWaste!
Local public agency StopWaste is offering mini-grants to food businesses in Alameda County that are currently using disposable cups, plates, utensils and other foodware for dine-in customers, to switch to reusable foodware. Participating businesses receive up to $500 worth of reusable foodware and hands-on support from the Reuse Assist Program by StopWaste partner Environmental Innovations.LEARN MORE & SCHEDULE A FREE CONSULTATION Here’s how the program works:StopWaste provides the incentive: The Reuse
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Sunflower Hill Corporate Volunteer Days
Looking for a meaningful team-building opportunity? Bring your corporate team to volunteer at the Sunflower Hill Garden! Sunflower Hill provides valuable vocational, educational, and life-skills programming for adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Each year, the Sunflower Hill Garden produces thousands of pounds of fresh, organic produce planted and harvested by our program participants. Corporate Volunteer Days offer your team an excellent opportunity to make a tangible impact in the
