Week in Review: Pedestrian Killed on I-680 Identified, Dispatcher Arrested and Pirates of Emerson

Pedestrian killed: A man was killed on Interstate 680 early Monday morning. Investigators are still trying to figure out why the man, later identified as was on the freeway.

Home prices on the rise: Housing market on the rebound after a seven-year slump? East Bay home prices seem to be rising slightly. Read the full story here.

Dispatcher arrested: , was arrested this week after an investigation and search warrant turned up "illegal narcotics and drug paraphernalia." Feathers was placed on administrative leave and arrested. She was booked into Santa Rita County Jail in Dublin.

Pirates of Emerson: Feeling the need for fear? Look no further than the Alameda County Fairgrounds where, for the third year in a row, visitors can feed the need for spine-tingling terror. The Pirates opened on Friday and will be open through Halloween. Read more about where Pirates of Emerson got their name twenty-one years ago.

Splatter: 'splatter, not your ordinary food, wine and art festival' took place at Emerald Glen Park on Sept. 22. The food, art and wine festival included a concert, and even an The evening ended with a fireworks show. Click here to watch Mayor Sbranti's promo of splatter. Check out our photo gallery from splatter and upload your own great shots from the festival.

Other news you need to know:

• Walk for Peace with Tri-Valley Haven
• Free Workshop For Families in Tri-Valley With Young Adults with Developmental Disabilities
• Check Out the New Grocery Specials Section and Get Your Coupons on Patch

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