Community Corner
Week in Review: Brush Fire; New Leaf Community Markets; Unemployment Rate Drops
Some of the stories that made news this past week in Pleasanton.
Fundraisers for Murder Victim's Children
Money has been raised for the children of former Tri-Valley resident Amber Seymore, who was killed in a murder-suicide by her husband in North Carolina. Amber, who lived previously in the Tri-Valley, was murdered on Dec. 3 by her husband, former BART officer, Robert Seymore, before he turned the gun on himself. Two women in North Carolina have been raising money to help with the care of Amber's three young children.
Brush Fire Delayed Traffic Near BART Station
A brush fire broke out near the West Dublin/Pleasanton BART station around 4 p.m. on May 15, according to Pulsepoint. Reader Steve Glavan says traffic was stopped while the fire personnel extinguished the flames.
Summer Recreational Swim Program Moves to Amador Valley High School Pool
Due to the renovation of the Dolores Bengtson Aquatic Center this summer, recreational swim will move to the Amador Valley High School pool. Program begins on May 25.
Unemployment Rate Drops Sharply In The East Bay
In Pleasanton, the jobless rate fell to 4.5 percent. Click here to read the full story.
Other news you need to know:
- Bloggers Wanted: Patch Seeking New Local Voices
- New Leaf Community Market Ribbon Cutting, Grand Opening
- Most Reviewed on Yelp: Super Franks
- What’s the Going Rate For a Lawn Service in Pleasanton?
- First Annual Special Olympics Track and Field Event at Dublin High School
- New Homes For Sale in Pleasanton This Week
What do you think of this week's top stories?
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Patch Editor David Mills contributed to this report. Bay City News contributed to this report.
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