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🌱 Patch AM: 52-Year-Old Man Killed In Downtown Livermore Motorcycle Crash

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Tuesday October 20th Patch AM (Patch graphic)

Good day Livermore! We're here again with what you need to know today. Grab a cup of coffee and read on. ☀️

In today's newsletter:

  • Deadly motorcycle crash at busy Livermore intersection under investigation
  • What PFAS fixes and zoning changes are coming to Livermore next?
  • Why Livermore Valley just beat Napa and Sonoma for top wine honors

Also on today's calendar: Harvest Festival® ~ Pleasanton and 12 more events.

Today's riddle: Did you hear about the two cell phones who got married? 🤔 (Answer below!)

☑️ Important voting information: The Nov. 3 general election is coming up. Official California election resources: Find a ballot drop box or vote center | Register to vote | Check your registration | Absentee, mail and early voting.

Weather forecast:

  • Tuesday: Cloudy and cool with a shower, with a high of 71 and low of 52 degrees.
  • Wednesday: Cloudy, showers around; cool, temps: high: 71, low: 52.
  • Thursday: A shower possible, with a high of 69 and low of 51 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

• 52-Year-Old Man Killed In Downtown Livermore Motorcycle Crash (patch.com) — Livermore residents are being alerted to a deadly motorcycle and pickup collision at First Street and South P Street that claimed the life of a 52-year-old rider Friday night. Police say the truck driver stayed at the scene while investigators work to determine the cause, and note this is one of several recent motorcycle fatalities affecting the Livermore community.
   

• New PFAS treatment systems could be on tap for three water stations (livermorevine.com) — Livermore residents could soon see safer drinking water as the Planning Commission weighs new PFAS treatment systems for three California Water Service stations on East, Elm, and Olivina avenues. The commission will also consider rezoning 4200 East Ave. to allow more neighborhood commercial uses, including a proposed veterinary clinic, with recommendations headed to the City Council for final decisions.
   

• Bay Area Wine Region Named the Best in America, and It's Not Napa or Sonoma Bay Area Telegraph (bayareatelegraph.com) — Livermore Valley has just been named Wine Enthusiast's 2026 American Wine Region of the Year, putting the area's wineries and tasting rooms firmly in the national spotlight. For local residents, it's fresh validation of a wine scene that blends historic names like Wente and Concannon with small family producers, women winemakers, and signature Cabernet Franc and Sauvignon Blanc grown right here.
   

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  • Rosie's Heroes Hosts "Chai & Compassion" Silent Auction for Street Dogs —Priyanka Rao Read on Patch
  • There is a new donut spot in Livermore!
    Ella Donut is located in the Chardonnay Center on East (in with Li Cha Tea). The owner is super sweet and the donuts were tasty. It's great to have a… (Nextdoor Carrigan Common/Jensen)
  • Hello neighbors, hoping I can get your help!
    I am in Livermore near me, rincon and the flower Park and while on a walk, we saw a small gray Chihuahua type dog. we tried to get him however he ran… (Nextdoor Town Square)
  • US Foods posted a job opening for Transportation Manager in Livermore. Apply here.
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🗞 Nearby News

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  • Bay Area Man Pleads Guilty To SF, Pleasanton Crimes (patch.com)

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  • Dog Saves Lives of Dublin Family as Garage Fire Engulfs Home Bay Area Telegraph (bayareatelegraph.com)

Ok Livermore! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh -- and if you like what you're reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!

-- The Patch AM Team

P.S. The answer to today's riddle: "Did you hear about the two cell phones who got married?" — They had a great reception (Thank you Hallie H. for sending it in!)
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