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Power outage hit lower Piedmont Monday

PG&E initially reported weather-related reasons for the outage but later concluded an animal was to blame.
Tracking COVID in Piedmont | Sept. 21

Cases bump up; county health officer says caution advised as we head into winter.
City moves forward with infrastructure improvements

Long-awaited upgrades to Oakland Avenue bridge; plus: council allocates unexpected influx of transfer taxes to improve city facilities.
Vandalism at PHS appears linked to social media trend

"Devious Licks" challenge on TikTok leads to damage at school sites around the country and the Bay Area.

Who’s that Good Dog?
This aptly named Lab was born on April Fool's Day.
Power outage hit lower Piedmont Monday
PG&E initially reported weather-related reasons for the outage but later concluded an animal was to blame.
First annual Piedmont Oktoberfest set for Oct. 17
Brews, brats, music and more to be featured at inaugural event to benefit Piedmont athletics.
Photos | Pancakes by ‘Padres,’ chalk art by kids (and parents)
After a year off due to COVID, the Beach Dads Club returned to the blacktop on Sunday.
The Dish | Peruvian-Style Chilled Potato Terrine
Not sure what to do with your end of season zucchini and tomatoes?
Exedra Profile | Daniela Skov channels feminism, fashion, and activism
PHS grad's fashion foray touches on feminism, activism, and sustainability.
LWV Event | Carbon pricing forum
On Wednesday, Sept 22, experts discuss this quick and effective path to reduce carbon emissions.
Piedmont Connect’s Healthy Landscapes Front Garden Tour returns
Check out drought-friendly front yards around town from Saturday, Sept 25 - Sunday, Oct 3.
Photos | Cancer League raises funds for research at annual soiree
Annual fundraiser raised over $75,000 for cancer research.
Noted | Two with Piedmont ties pen NYT op-eds on same day
And one was the speaker at the other's 2018 high school graduation.

Planning Commission releases statement regarding use of county funds for affordable housing
The Commission met Monday to consider a three-step proposal from the ad-hoc subcommittee on housing.
Drip, drip, drip no more. Pool is drained at last
Unused since March 2020 and leaking thousands of gallons a day, pool water was finally emptied and directed to sanitary sewer system.
Register now for intro Pickleball lessons
Beginner and Advanced Beginner classes are taught by a PPR certified pro.
Council approves plan to renovate Highland/Guilford Steps
The Piedmont Beautification Foundation and the Piedmont Garden Club will cover some of the project's cost.
Council approves framework for COVID-19 vaccination mandate
But local firefighters' union says it opposes any vaccine mandate.
Video from meeting on Police Call Data Analysis now available
The virtual community meeting took place online on August 26.
Police alert community to mountain lion sightings
Two separate reports have come from the areas of Nace Avenue and Davie Tennis Stadium; PPD advises not to leave pets or pet food outside.
Fire Chief cautions community, homeowners about preparing for fire amid record drought
Piedmont firefighters have been helping fight the Dixie Fire and on Monday dispatched a crew to return.

Piedmont students named 2022 National Merit Scholarship semifinalists
These six PHS students will be considered for National Merit Scholarships to be awarded this spring.
New partnership with Cal gives Wellness Center a boost
PUSD's affiliation with UC Berkeley's Graduate School of Education will draw more experienced therapists.
Noted sociologist and author to discuss raising teens in age of anxiety and distraction
On Sept 28 via Zoom, the Education Speaker Series hosts Christine Carter, PhD, from UC Berkeley’s Greater Good Science Center.
PUSD DEI director position is open again
Dharini Rasiah was appointed by the Board in April but recently resigned.
School Board leans into vaccine mandate for students
A vote on the requirement is expected on Sept 22
Registration now open for ‘Walk for Wellness,’ key fundraiser for PUSD Wellness Center
The event, co-chaired by Nicki Gilbert and KeriAnne Hohener, will take place during the week of Sept 20-26.

Unemployment rate stagnant: Why many Californians aren’t back at work
Women have been particularly hard hit by the pandemic, as has the low-paying childcare sector.
California schools prepare for thousands of Afghan refugee students
Fremont is one of the largest Afghan communities in the state and school districts there and throughout California are preparing to help Afghan refugees.
Victorious in recall, Newsom refocuses on California housing crisis
But what do the new laws mean for housing affordability in a state where median home prices have already shot past $800,000?
California Community Colleges seek $100 million in tech upgrades, in part to tighten security after bot attacks
In the East Bay, Peralta Community College District acknowledged that about $179,000 in aid was distributed to fictitious students.
Full speed ahead on overhauling California recalls
The day after Gov. Newsom easily defeated the recall, Democrats began a push to make recalls more difficult.
And the winner in the California recall is? None of the above
While Larry Elder led candidates in the California recall election, millions of voters left the question of Newsom's potential replacement blank.
California’s housing crisis: How much difference will new, looser zoning rules make?
YIMBYs and NIMBYs are battling over new legislation that allows more duplexes on single-family lots.
Newsom administration opposes major changes to Cal Grants, calling them too costly
The governor has until Oct.