Latest Livermore Coronavirus Updates

LIVERMORE, CA —Tri-Valley testing for the new coronavirus is ramping up.

Starting Monday a drive-thru testing site for residents of Dublin, Pleasanton and Livermore will open weekdays at the Alameda County Fairgrounds. Appointments are not necessary.

On Friday Patch reported that a Livermore Target employee tested positive for COVID-19. The store has been deep cleaned and sanitized, and measures are in place to protect employees and visitors, Target said.

As of Friday 34 people have tested positive for COVID-19 in Livermore, statistics show. In Alameda County there were 1,401 cases and 48 deaths associated with the virus, with a majority of cases in Oakland and Hayward.

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Help for renters: Livermore residents financially impacted by the coronavirus pandemic may be eligible for a one-time, interest-free loan of up to $2,500 to help renters pay for their housing.

Don't go hungry: Alameda County has put together a map of food distribution sources so residents can find giveaways near them.

Mental health matters: There are still organizations offering counseling, guidance and support to Dublin residents.

Cover up: East Bay Regional Parks asks visitors to wear masks at parks and maintain social distancing.

Bright Spots

A shelter-in-place order hasn't kept Tri-Valley residents down.

A woman dressed as a unicorn is frolicking around the streets of Pleasanton, hoping to put a smile on her neighbors' faces.

A Livermore family has created a community garden and pantry to help neighbors in need.

A longtime Pleasanton resident turned 100 and dozens participated in a drive-by parade to honor her birthday.

A group of area teens have come together to create an online information hub for Bay Area residents looking to learn more about the outbreak. View their interactive COVID-19 map and learn more about their efforts here.

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