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Week in Review: Eco-Cool Callippe; Halls in Court; Beating Victim Awake; More E.Coli

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

Recall at Trader Joe's, Whole Foods, Walgreens – E. Coli Risk. Some salad products sold at Trader Joe's, Whole Foods and Walgreens have been recalled because of possible contamination by a strain of E. coli bacteria that can cause serious illness.

High School Football: Foothill Trounces Amador Valley. Both schools area heading to the North Coast Section playoffs.


Beating Victim Awake From Coma, Starting Rehabilitation. David Lamont, 51, who has been in the hospital after sustaining a serious head injury during an altercation in Sept., will begin physical therapy this week. A donation page has been created to help his family with expenses.

Fire on Windmill Lane Likely Caused by Fireplace Ashes. The ashes were in a plastic container outside the home, according to fire officials.

Police Log: House Fire; Car Break-Ins; Pot at High School. Plus a nearby pig hunter and a squeegee attack, and more Nov. 3 to 9.

Callippe Preserve Golf Course Recognized for Environmental Stewardship by Audubon International. The golf course in Pleasanton is a protected habitat for an endangered butterfly and a salamander and federally threatened frog.

Understanding Common Core: A Breakdown of the Pros and Cons. A big change is underway in the world of American education.

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