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Week in Review: Meteor Ready; Dreamy One Direction; Dry Cleaner Fire; No Driving for Manslaughter Suspect

A look at some of last week's stories in Pleasanton.

UCSF Pediatrician Takes Drug-Free Approach to Treating ADHD. Dr. Sanford Newmark’s integrative approach to treating ADHD considers diet, parenting, school interventions, and complementary therapies. Blog is here.

2013 Perseid Meteor Shower to Dazzle.
 Viewers should be able to observe around 60 "shooting stars" per hour during this year's Perseid Meteor Shower. Details here.

Police Log: Golf Club Furniture Swiped; Plus, Fraudsters, Drugs and Thieves. Significant arrests logged, and more from July 21 to 27. More here.

How Many People Receive Food Stamps In Pleasanton. The federal program known as SNAP has been in high demand during the recession. More here.

Little League World Series Opening Day Parade in Photos. The parade was held last night at 6 p.m. in downtown Livermore. The games started today. Click here.

Little League World Series: Teams From Around the Country, the World in Livermore. Teams from around the world and from the United States are in Livermore this week for the 2013 Little League World Series. More here.

iPad Robber Threatens Verizon Employees with Pepper Spray. The lone suspect was last seen this morning running toward the Hilton Hotel on Johnson Drive, according to police. Story here.

Fire Damages Dry Cleaning Business. One person was taken to the hospital for smoke inhalation and businesses nearby had water and smoke damage as a result of the fire, fire officials say. Story here.

One Direction Fans at Stoneridge Mall See Dreamy Boy Band Stars. Your daughter just might cry when she finds out she missed them Wednesday. More here.

Judge Orders Defendant in Fatal Bike Crash Not to Drive. In his first court appearance, Cody Hall, 18, was ordered not to drive by the court. Details here.

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