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Week in Review: Fair Grub; Salsa Sought; Prop 8; Fireworks Fun

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

The Highest Paid Employees At Dublin City Hall. The survey by the Bay Area News Group also details the "pension pickups" some government employees receive. Read more here.

Police Log: Vandalism Reports; Burglaries; Robbery. Stolen vehicles, warrant collars and more from June 16 to 22. Listings here.

City Seeking Entries for Salsa 'Cook-Off' -- The spicy competition will be held at the Dublin Farmers' Market on June 11. More here.

New at the Fair: Gastro Pub. A trendy new meal option is available at the fair. Details here.

Water District Using Large Crane to Replace, Repair Failed Clarifier Components. A 65-ton crane is being used at the Dublin San Ramon Services District wastewater treatment plant in Pleasanton this week to replace critical infrastructure that failed after more than 30 years of service. Info here

Where to Buy 'Safe and Sane Fireworks' in Dublin. The fireworks go on sale on Friday at noon and can only be used in three of the city parks on July 4.

Construction Begins on Habit Burger, Freebirds World Burrito. Construction has begun on two new restaurants in Dublin this week. Read on here.

Alameda County Clerk 'Awaits Direction' on Same-Sex Marriages. County Clerk Patrick O'Connell says his office will begin issuing licenses and performing ceremonies for same-sex couples "when directed to do so by the lower courts." More here.

US Supreme Court Allows Same-Sex Marriage in California, Overturns DOMARead more here.

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