A police dog is being credited for apprehending a pair of burglary suspects in Lafayette. Learn more about the industrious pooch here: http://bit.ly/156f9Ej

(Photo, link from Lamorinda Patch)

More evidence that we're in a strong sellers' market: The number of people who believe now is a good time to sell a home has nearly doubled over the past year, according to a new survey. Here's the scoop from Pacific Union: http://bit.ly/10M00SN

(Photo by J.G. in S.F., via Flickr.)

Moraga's Rheem Theatre is founding a Classic Film Hall of Fame! As part of the launch event, film legend Mickey Rooney will come to town in May: http://bit.ly/YK7Cal

(Photo, link from Lamorinda Patch)

This homebuying season is shaping up to be one of the most competitive in recent memory, as average Bay Area buyers go up against all-cash investors in a very tight market with rising prices: http://bit.ly/YTACfn

(Photo, link from Bay Area News Group)

Planning a weekend getaway? Here's the Chronicle's list of 20 must-see Northern California towns within an easy drive of San Francisco/the Bay Area, including Truckee pictured below: http://bit.ly/16sKn4C

(Photo, link from SFGate)

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