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Crime & Safety

Week in Review: BART Woes; Treats for Firefighters; Property Crimes; Outdoor Movies Are Back!

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

Police Log: Property Crimes Galore; Plus, Partying Teens Wreck Mailboxes. Car break-ins, thefts, vandalism and more June 23 to 29. Read more here. 

BART Service to Resume Friday Afternoon But No Contract Yet.  BART service is expected to be restored by 3 p.m. Friday. Negotiations will continue under existing contract for 30 days. Story here.

BART Strike Enters Its Fourth Day. There's no comment from unions or BART management on how contract talks are going.Story here.

BART Strike Q&A: How Do Labor & Fares Compare. BART ranks third among top U.S. train systems in terms of moving passengers, with labor costs and fares that compare favorably.Click here to see more.

County Launches Mobile App to Report Potholes, Graffiti. The Alameda County Public Works Agency has a versatile and user-friendly Smart Phone (Android, Apple) application. Read all about it here. 

Fun and Easy 4th of July Recipes. Celebrating Independence Day should be stress-free and fun! These easy-to-make recipes bring a patriotic flair to any party or gathering.Read on.

Update: Crews Contain 50-Acre Brush Fire on Eastbound I-580. Firefighters have contained a 50-acre brush fire that was sparked July 4 by a car fire on Interstate Highway 580 in the Altamont Pass area. Story here.

Pleasanton Military Families 'Show the Love' to Firefighters. Volunteers dropped off trays of treats throughout Livermore and Pleasanton as their way of showing their appreciation. More here.

Pleasanton's Free Movies in the Park Begin July 11. Read on.

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