In Tri-Valley, small-town spirit at heart of July 4 celebrations
Thu, 03 Jul 2008 16:57:58 GMT

Putting on a spectacular Fourth of July event isn't a quick job. When San Ramon puts on its 25th anniversary fireworks spectacular Friday, and Pleasanton's Wayside Park is filled with fans of patriotic prose, ...

East Bay Digest
Thu, 03 Jul 2008 02:53:14 GMT

Brian Anderson, 36, and Denise Farrall, 30, who police say are tied to dozens of similar incidents throughout the area in recent months, were arrested on at least six burglary counts, Lt.

Cleveland mulling online crime reports
Wed, 02 Jul 2008 15:56:26 GMT

CLEVELAND - Cleveland police are considering allowing people to file police reports online.

Chevron says Nigerion oil production will resume after attack
Wed, 02 Jul 2008 00:39:08 GMT

San Ramon-based Chevron says it will resume oil production within days at an oil production facility in Nigeria following a recent attack by militants.

Around San Ramon by Monica Lander
Tue, 01 Jul 2008 03:34:03 GMT

THEY ARE WALKING in memory of loved ones. They are walking with hopes for a cure.

Mudd's restaurant closed
Sun, 29 Jun 2008 23:45:04 GMT
After 27 years in San Ramon, Mudd's restaurant closed on Tuesday, June 24, 2008.

Pneumonia death rates vary widely at East Bay hospitals
Sat, 28 Jun 2008 02:29:33 GMT

Death rates for pneumonia patients vary widely at East Bay hospitals, a new state study reveals.

TV30 newscast signs off for the last time
Fri, 27 Jun 2008 18:16:34 GMT

Once the cameras stopped rolling Thursday on the last TV30 news broadcast, the reality of the moment began to sink in.

Council Meeting Recap (6/24/08)
Thu, 26 Jun 2008 06:42:19 GMT
\The June 24, 2008 City Council meeting was short and short-handed. Mayor Wilson and Councilmember Rowley were absent, so the meeting was chaired by Vice-Mayor Livingstone. The Council appointed 21 members to next year's Teen Council, and the outgoing Teen Council presented its Annual Report. The Council appointed Peter Rathman as a replacement to the Transportation Advisory Committee. Since the term of the individual who resigned was up in six months, Councilmember Perkins requested that the appointment be for 2.5 years, which the other Councilmembers approved. Alex Mehran, President of Sunset Development, gave a presentation on the progress of the City Center plans. · Site plans and engineering will be completed for the lots on the South side of Bollinger by the end of this year. · Construction of the office buildings on the South side of Bollinger will begin in 2010 along with the new City Hall to the West. · The architectural design of Plaza with the hotel, retail and residential units on the North side of Bollinger will be submitted to the City for approval in March of next year. · The first Office Building will open in December of 2010. · The City Hall will open in December, 2011. · The whole project will be completed by November, 2012. The project is estimated to bring in $4-6M a year in new revenue.

Chevron in talks with Iraq to provide support to oilfield
Thu, 26 Jun 2008 04:48:04 GMT

San Ramon-based Chevron and Total SA, Europe's third-largest oil company, are in talks with Iraq for an agreement to provide technical support for the West Qurna oilfield.

Smell Smoke?
Tue, 24 Jun 2008 21:45:34 GMT

On June 24th and June 25th, firefighters will actually be training in the Camp Parks area during the hours of 9:00am through 4:00pm. Firefighters will be fighting grass fires in a controlled environment. This training will not represent any threat to homes and is entirely within the base property. You may again see or smell smoke at times during the day from your residence.

Chevron Halts Nigerian Onshore Oil Production After Pipeline Is `Breached'
Sat, 21 Jun 2008 16:10:34 GMT

San Ramon based oil company, Chevron Corp. said its Nigerian unit halted onshore oil production after one of its pipelines in Delta state was ``breached'' by a suspected act of sabotage.

Man falls 70 feet into ravine on Mt. Diablo
Sat, 21 Jun 2008 16:00:28 GMT

A 28-year-old Concord man suffered major injuries after falling off a rock while climbing Mount Diablo in Contra Costa County on Thursday night, fire officials said today.

Local T.V. station TV30 looking for Executive Director.
Sat, 21 Jun 2008 05:51:06 GMT
Local T.V. station TV30 looking for Executive Director. Business Manager / Executive Director Tri-Valley Community Television City of Dublin Dublin, CA Description: The Business Manager/Executive Director provides leadership in formulating and implementing Tri-Valley Community Television's (TV30) mission, goals, and programs. The incumbent in this position will plan, direct, supervise, and manage the activities and personnel of TV30. Key areas of responsibility are strategic planning, facilities development and management, community relations and advocacy, administration, and legal/contract compliance. The Business Manager/Executive Director reports directly to the Board of Directors with all TV30 employees reporting to the Business Manager/Executive Director. REPRESENTATIVE DUTIES: 1. Assure ongoing strategic planning, including regularly reviewing progress and updating goals. 2. Develop the annual budget and programming plan for the Board's approval. 3. Serve as TV30's primary spokesperson, assuring the organization's mission, programs, and services are presented in a strong positive light. 4. Maintain positive relations with the community, cultural, and civic leaders. 5. Provide ongoing evaluation of TV30's programs and services. 6. Manage employees, regularly review staff performance, and assure professional development opportunities for all staff. 7. Manage the hiring, dismissal, retention, and recognition of employees, assuring compliance with authorized personnel policies and applicable laws. 8. In partnership with the Board, strategically pursue funding opportunities and partnerships to diversify TV30's resource base. 9. Monitor and prudently administer TV30's resources within the limits of the approved budget. 10. Assure appropriate administrative systems to support TV30's governance and operations. 11. Administer TV30's compliance and timely reporting in accordance with all contracts, applicable laws, and regulations. 12. Monitor and direct the levels of customer service provided by staff. for more click on the link.

First Lady names San Ramon a Preserve America community - Inside Bay Area
Sat, 21 Jun 2008 05:45:33 GMT

First Lady Laura Bush recently gave San Ramon props. The city has been named a Preserve America Community, thanks to city leaders' ongoing efforts to illuminate San Ramon's history and heritage.

A dose of fresh comedy
Fri, 20 Jun 2008 06:05:59 GMT

SAN RAMON PERFORMING ARTS will present stand-up comic Caroline Rhea on Saturday.

San Ramon planners reject family's bid to add a mini market to expand their gas station business
Thu, 19 Jun 2008 06:32:03 GMT
City planners said Tuesday they agree with hundreds of homeowners near the site of a proposed ampm mini-market that the store would look out of place in the neighborhood. Commissioners unanimously rejected the Singh family's request to demolish their aging gas station and adjacent 1,600-square-foot retail store/auto service garage at Montevideo Drive and Alcosta Boulevard and replace it with a new Arco station and 2,400-square-foot convenience store. The decision thrilled representatives of some 700 San Ramon residents who signed a petition opposing the project.

Seniors honored for volunteer commitment
Wed, 18 Jun 2008 04:20:32 GMT

Outstanding senior volunteers from 10 communities were honored for their commitment, each receiving the annual Mary Shockley Memorial Award for Outstanding Service.

Chevron tax refund request denied
Sat, 14 Jun 2008 17:13:28 GMT
SAN FRANCISCO -- A federal appeals court in San Francisco today rejected a bid by San Ramon-based Chevron Corp. for a $101 million income tax refund

Assembly District 15 race comes down to provisional ballots
Sat, 14 Jun 2008 04:18:02 GMT

With thousands of provisional ballots still uncounted, the Republican nomination for state Assembly District 15 is less than a sure thing for San Ramon Mayor H. Abram Wilson, who was leading former businessman ...