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Around Town
October 17, 2025

Linda Beach tot lot construction kicks off

Aging playground gets a facelift, thanks in part to a grant from the Piedmont Beautification Foundation.
Schools
October 14, 2025

The Giving Campaign surpasses the $1M mark, honors leadership donors

This year's goal is $5M.
  • School community divided over addition of more advanced courses to HS curriculum

    Effort to offer more options for humanities bumps up against larger AP debate.

  • Obituary | Maria Carson-Breber, 1964-2025

    In addition to a lifetime of accomplishments, Maria is remembered by her family as a bright light who could turn strangers into friends.

  • The Blotter | Dog sitter charged in burglary

    Homeowner says crime was caught on video; also ALPR alerts to stolen vehicle; residents report thefts of car, scooters.

Health & Science

  • Rare native plant rediscovered in East Bay after 68 years
  • Newsom signs bill to expand recycled water use for irrigation, public sites across state
  • Cal’s quantum connection: Scientists linked to UC Berkeley share Nobel Prize in Physics
  • Bay Area Air District lowers threshold for Spare the Air alerts, could double annual warnings

LIFESTYLE

  • Bandleader Alex Mendham revives Jazz Age in SF in Mark Hopkins’ Peacock Court
  • Best Bets:  Berkeley Harvest Festival, Diwali in Walnut Creek, Oakland Symphony, Philharmonia Baroque, Vienna Teng 
  • Contra Costa animal services offers free adoptions as shelter reaches capacity
  • Movies: United Nations Association film fest, Blackfoot buffalo doc, ‘Urchin,’ Ghost Fest  
  • The Dish | Dijon Chicken
  • Richmond-set ‘Shipyard Gals’ details history-making efforts of WWII working women 
  • Kronos Quartet explores Chinese-American experience in ‘Beyond the Golden Gate’  
  • ‘Manet & Moriset’ at Legion of Honor sheds new light on famed French painters   

AROUND TOWN

  • ‘Best of San Francisco Comedy Showcase’ brings the laughs to Alan Harvey Theater – November 1

    In the heart of Piedmont: Lineup includes veteran headliners and rising stars from Comedy Central, Netflix, SF Sketchfest, and major comedy festivals nationwide.

  • Letter to the Editor | Vote YES on Prop 50

    We must answer Republican gerrymanders in Texas and other Red states with this temporary redistricting measure, says Bruce Joffe

  • Obituary | Maria Carson-Breber, 1964-2025

    In addition to a lifetime of accomplishments, Maria is remembered by her family as a bright light who could turn strangers into friends.

  • Local with Lisa | Meet your new Piedmont neighbors

    [SPONSORED VIDEO] One of the perks of real estate beyond helping clients find a home is welcoming them into the Piedmont community.

  • The Young People’s Symphony Orchestra announces 2025–2026 Season

    YPSO kicks off its 89th season with a vibrant program on Saturday, November 8 at 7:30 PM at First Church Berkeley.

  • Get tickets now for Halloween Jam at Children’s Fairyland

    Spooky fun for families with kiddos 8-and-under.

  • Wildwood Dads Club Pumpkin Patch open for business

    It's decorative gourd season, friends.

  • Cancer League announces new board

    The organizations's biggest fundraiser, “Black & White Gala”, takes place Friday, December 5.

  • Local Lit | Top tips for October

    Visiting writers @ St Mary's, Litquake events, Mary Roach, Adam Johnson, and more for book lovers to check out this month.

  • Who’s YOUR Good Dog?

    If there's one in your family, let us know.

  • Be part of the second annual Piedmont Adult Recreation EXPO

    Don't miss this year's activity showcase, set for Sunday, November 16 at Veterans Hall.

CITY NEWS

  • Linda Beach tot lot construction kicks off

    Aging playground gets a facelift, thanks in part to a grant from the Piedmont Beautification Foundation.

  • Oakland residents, officials take part in ShakeOut to stay prepared for earthquakes

    Coincidentally, a 3.1-magnitude earthquake shook the University of California, Berkeley campus Thursday morning.

  • Limited-time discounts on rooftop solar and battery storage

    City of Piedmont partners with SunShares to help residents transition to clean energy: upcoming info sessions on November 6.

  • Moraga Canyon Specific Plan clears another hurdle with Council adoption Monday night

    The framework will help guide future development on city-owned land along Moraga Avenue.

  • Second family files lawsuit in Cybertruck crash

    Jack Nelson was a passenger in the vehicle.

  • The Blotter | $5,000 worth of tools stolen

    Honda Civic potential link to crime; also reported this week: theft, vandalism, a DUI, and a flasher.

  • Piedmont families sue Tesla over Cybertruck crash

    Nelson and Tsukahara families target door handle design.

  • Piedmont Play School must find a new home as city ends use agreement for Hampton Field location

    PPS can stay at 401 Hampton until mid-June 2026.

  • Where to find a Cop on the Block in October

    Check the schedule to see where around town you can next meet up with a local police officer.

  • Fire Department encourages residents to complete at-home wildfire evacuation exercise

    Scan a code and take the time to turn “what ifs” into a plan.

SCHOOLS

  • Alameda County students outperform state averages in English, math and science

    Also, the county’s ELA and math scores are nearly back to pre-pandemic levels.

  • School community divided over addition of more advanced courses to HS curriculum

    Effort to offer more options for humanities bumps up against larger AP debate.

  • Letter to the Editor | Let’s reframe the AP debate

    A broader community conversation about balance, wellbeing, and success could help clarify what we really want for our students, writes Amelie Kappes.

  • Letter to the Editor | High expectations — and AP classes — are a good thing for students

    PUSD parent Adam Fishman applauds the Board of Education for their stance on expanding advanced classes.

  • Letter to the Editor | PUSD gives proper due to the humanities

    Dozens of parents express support for the Board of Ed's recent decision to offer an Honors English course for tenth graders.

  • Despite education funding formula reforms, inequality growing in some wealthy counties

    Declining enrollment’s perverse impact: for LCFF districts, lower enrollment means less state funding.

  • The Giving Campaign surpasses the $1M mark, honors leadership donors

    This year's goal is $5M.

  • Tickets now on sale for PMS musical ‘Cats: Young Actors’ Edition’

    With a cast of 50 PMS students and a musical score by Andrew Lloyd Webber, performances run October 24-26.

  • Neurodiversity Speaker Series | Understanding sensory regulation in neurodivergent children

    The virtual event takes place on October 28 from 7 - 8:30 p.m.

SPORTS

  • Cross country | Piedmont wins girls race at Clovis

    Team competes on state meet course

  • Football | Hayward hammers Piedmont, 63-7

    Highlanders lose league opener

  • Local teens kick off community impact at Oakland Roots Youth Soccer Night

    The Next Gen Soccer is a non-profit started by Piedmont High School students.

  • Girls tennis | Piedmont sweeps pair of matches

    Girls tennis downs Marin Catholic, Berkeley.

  • Cross country | Piedmont races at Artichoke Invitational

    Cross country takes fourth and seventh.

  • Flag football | Piedmont falls to Castro Valley, 39-0

    Highlanders hit by multiple injuries.

  • PMS 8th grade girls volleyball on a roll

    Scots continue their undefeated regular season run; final home game is Monday, October 6.

  • Football | Too many mistakes doom Piedmont

    Highlanders fall to visiting Arroyo.

  • Photos | Sea of purple sweeps through campus for Homecoming rally

    New mascot joins the fun.

  • Girls golf | Highlanders off to strong start

    Piedmont mixes seniors with underclassmen.

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  • Photos | Harvest Festival caps whirlwind weekend of community events
  • Photos | Welcome to the neighborhood
  • Photos | Annual car show turns Exedra Plaza into a kaleidoscope of color and cool
  • Piedmont Profile | Anne Callahan offers older residents a boutique caregiving service
  • Obituary | Tom Bjornson, 1945 – 2025
  • Obituary | David Norman Lillevand, Jr., 1937-2025
  • The city’s first Black family was being chased out in 1924. Now they are being memorialized

LIFESTYLE | RECIPES

  • The Dish | Tomato Soup
  • The Dish | Sheet Pan Chicken, Sausage, and Potatoes, aka ‘The Molly Johnson’
  • The Dish | Gazpacho
  • The Dish | Tomato and Watermelon Panzanella
  • The Dish | Pasta with Shrimp and Burst Cherry Tomatoes
  • The Dish | Grilled Curry Chicken
  • The Dish | Brownie Pudding
  • The Dish | Red Pepper Soup
  • Piedmont Profile | PHS grad with restaurant roots helps launch NYC eatery
  • The Dish | German Potato Salad
  • The Dish | Summer Zucchini Salad with Pasta and Chickpeas

REAL ESTATE

  • 2058 Oakland Avenue, Piedmont
  • 5335 Broadway Terrace, Unit 301, Oakland
  • 2 Cavendish Lane, Piedmont
  • Local with Lisa | Meet your new Piedmont neighbors
  • A New Perspective: Frankenstein | Real Estate Insights
  • 1140 Winsor Avenue, Piedmont
  • 133 Monticello Avenue, Piedmont
  • 369 Hampton Road, Piedmont
  • October 6, 2025 | Home sales report for Piedmont
  • 191 Indian Road, Piedmont
  • 45 Glen Alpine Road, Piedmont
  • 33 Richardson Way, Piedmont

OPINION

  • Commentary | Keep Piedmont Play School at 401 Hampton
  • Letter to the Editor | Autism is not a disease
  • Letter to the Editor | Moraga Canyon development will hinder emergency evacuations in the area
  • Letter to the Editor | Questions, concerns about Moraga Canyon housing development
  • Letter to the Editor | PHS could use more advanced humanities classes
  • Letter to the Editor | Dog owners should know better
  • Climate Corner Op-Ed: The truth about plastic recycling
  • Op-Ed: Practice makes prepared

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CALIFORNIA

  • Alameda County boosts funds for immigrant protection programs amid rising ICE activity

    The Board of Supervisors is expected to review a plan on October 21 outlining next steps for coordination among county agencies and community partners.

  • BART sees weekend ridership surge as recovery continues, but deficit still looms

    The Japan vs Mexico soccer match at the Coliseum last month brought roughly 23,000 trips to the station, the third-busiest day there since the pandemic.

  • ‘Stay the hell out’: SF leaders slam Trump’s threats to deploy National Guard to city

    Since taking office, Trump has deployed National Guard troops to Portland, Oregon, as well as Chicago, Los Angeles and other cities.

  • Tens of thousands of Kaiser health care workers set to start 5-day strike

    The strike, over pay and staffing, marks the largest labor action in their union’s 50-year history.

  • California makes ‘bird law’ real, ensuring permanent protections for migratory birds

    The bird law has been the subject of a years-long dispute between California and the federal government that started during Donald Trump’s first presidency.

  • $25M Treasure Island marina project moves forward after new funding partnership

    The marina is a key component of the island's redevelopment plan, with 8,000 new residences, retail space, and more than 300 acres of open space.

  • Oakland Police Chief Floyd Mitchell to resign effective Dec. 5, gives no reason for decision

    Mitchell, a former police chief in Lubbock, Texas, was hired by former Oakland mayor Sheng Thao in March of 2024.

  • Gavin Newsom signs law overhauling local zoning to build more housing

    After weeks of waiting, California’s governor signed a bill that will allow mid-rise apartment buildings near major transit stops in California’s biggest metro areas.

  • Why this wealthy Bay Area suburb is at the center of the next big fight over California housing

    Cities across the state have reason to watch and see how things play out.

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