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High School
December 13, 2024

Girls Soccer | Versatile Highlanders could be very good

Girls soccer off to strong start to season.
High School
December 13, 2024

Girls basketball | Young blood lead Piedmont in win

Highlanders rout Damonte Ranch on the first day of the Paris Twins Classic.
Around Town
December 6, 2024

Photos | Lights Up, Piedmont!

Young and old joined together for the city's annual holiday season kick-off in the park.
  • City asks for feedback on proposed operating standards for new businesses

    Help Piedmont determine hours of operation, numbers of employees and more, for businesses allowed along Grand and Highland Avenues.

  • PUSD proposes updating some high school course offerings

    Recommendations include a new AP Physics class and Honors designations for upper level performing arts classes.

  • Rain, gusty winds and possible flooding expected in Bay Area over the weekend

    Another round of light rain is forecast for late Sunday into Monday.

  • The Blotter | Man attempts to enter house in Piedmont

    Suspect had a gun; fled when he saw a female resident in the home.

Health & Science

  • Monarchs’ decline in Pacific Grove spurs call for Endangered Species Act protection
  • African red-crested turaco chick is newest addition to Steinhart Aquarium baby boom
  • Resources are expanding for older adults on their own
  • Animal groups push back on federal plan to kill 500,000 barred owls, including Bay Area

LIFESTYLE

  • Best Bets: Dorrance Dance, ‘Christmas at Pemberley,’ SF Youth Symphony’s Peter and the Wolf
  • Oakland Symphony’s new conductor Kedrick Armstrong brings disco to annual holiday concert
  • Bay City Books: Bay Area booksellers name best titles of 2024
  • The Dish | Fattoush Salad
  • Annual Berkeley ceramics studio’s show and sale for holiday gift shopping
  • SF Mime Troupe’s new ‘A Red Carol’ gets to darker heart of Dickens’ original  
  • Plentiful handmade goods, holiday gifts, carolers and kittens at Bay Area craft fairs
  • Pass the Remote: BAMPFA series serve up G.W. Pabst, Marcello Mastroianni, Westerns, gender nonconforming characters  

AROUND TOWN

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  • PRFO thanks donors to community pool project

    Still time to donate to the state-of-the-art, all-electric facility.

  • Save the date: Piedmont Garden Club presents ‘Gardens for a changing planet: Towards a 21st century botanic garden’

    All are welcome to attend the January 15 meeting featuring Dr. Ari Novy, President and CEO of the San Diego Botanic Garden.

  • Photos | Lights Up, Piedmont!

    Young and old joined together for the city's annual holiday season kick-off in the park.

  • Letter to the Editor | Thanks to all for making Piedmont’s Lights Up! a joyful event

    Community support makes the celebration possible, writes Piedmont Beautification President Patty Dunlap.

  • Who’s that Good Dog?

    Ricky the foster pup is looking for his forever home.

  • Second annual Snow Day comes to Piedmont Community Church

    Fun for families on December 20.

  • Berkeley City Ballet performs Nutcracker at PHS Alan Harvey Theater

    Beloved holiday classic comes to life on December 21; special reception in honor of BCB's 50th anniversary follows.

  • Piedmont Scouts Tree Lot: ‘Tis the season!

    Don’t wait to get yours — the tree lot has a history of selling out before Christmas.

  • Conservation tips | Real vs. artificial Christmas trees

    There's no perfect option so choose what works best for your family.

  • The Drink | The Lede

    Don't bury this newsworthy concoction -- it's the perfect balance of sweet and tart -- and just right for cozy winter gatherings.

  • In Memoriam | Soren Dixon, Jack Nelson, Krysta Tsukahara

    Families of the three college students killed in a tragic accident on November 27 share tributes to their loved ones.

  • Piedmont mourns loss of three of their own

    College sophomores Soren Dixon, Jack Nelson, and Krysta Tsukahara all perished in Wednesday's car crash.

  • Turkey Trot turns into memorial for three college students killed in Wednesday morning crash

    Emotions ran the gamut as families gathered for the annual Thanksgiving Day race.

  • Local Lit | December’s top tips for book lovers

    Oakland main library re-opens; Walden Books partners with Grand Lake for a film noir Santa whodunit; plus award-winning NorCal poet reads @ Cal.

CITY NEWS

  • City asks for feedback on proposed operating standards for new businesses

    Help Piedmont determine hours of operation, numbers of employees and more, for businesses allowed along Grand and Highland Avenues.

  • City to host reception for new and outgoing Piedmont elected officials on Dec. 16

    All are welcome to attend the event at the Community Hall.

  • City Council approves an additional $2.8M for community pool project

    This action brings the total project cost to $34.9 million, an increase from the original project budget of $28.9 million.

  • Piedmont officials share statements and request for privacy on behalf of collision victims’ families

    The Dixon, Nelson, and Tsukahara families say they are grateful for the outpouring of community support but do not intend to make further public statements.

  • The Blotter | Multiple suspects sought in Ace Hardware burglary

    Store hit for cash and tools.

  • Three PHS ’23 students killed in early morning crash

    Tesla Cybertruck crashed and caught fire on Hampton Road between Sea View and King Avenues.

  • Letter to the Editor | On a somber day, Turkey Trot volunteers delivered

    Race organizer Sydney Proctor and the 2024 Turkey Trot board extend thanks to those who helped keep the race moving forward under difficult circumstances.

  • In the News | SF Chronicle reports NHTSA looking into Piedmont Tesla Cybertruck accident

    Tesla has issued six recalls for the Cybertruck this year.

  • Letter to the Editor | Giving thanks for the Piedmont Fire Department

    The city's first responders saved the day when last week's atmospheric river hit Mulberry's hard, writes business owner Laura Pochop.

  • Linda off-leash dog area temporarily closed

    The park across from Beach Elementary School is likely to stay closed for most, if not all, rainy days.

  • City appoints interim finance director

    The search will continue for a permanent replacement when Michael Szczech retires in January.

  • City Council approves new EV charging station plans for 29 Wildwood

    Councilmembers uphold Planning Commission's recommendation to limit hours of operation.

  • Off-leash dogs becoming a problem in Piedmont

    Police citing violators after warnings.

  • Brighten a child’s holiday: Fire Department’s annual toy drive now accepting donations

    You can drop one or more new, unwrapped toys to donation bins at City Hall and the Piedmont Recreation Dept until December 23.

SCHOOLS

  • PUSD proposes updating some high school course offerings

    Recommendations include a new AP Physics class and Honors designations for upper level performing arts classes.

  • School Board approves dual enrollment proposal with Peralta Colleges

    First step in exploring ways to offer some students college-level classes while still in high school.

  • What’s at stake for Piedmont schools? Bridging the budget gap

    Measure P provides some financial relief, but community donations are critical to preserving excellence in our schools.

  • Registration now open for Piedmont Adult School spring session

    New classes include: Asian sweets and desserts, poetry, meditation, salsa dancing, and more.

  • Enrollment climbs at some Cal State campuses, tumbles at others

    San Marcos is adding lots of student housing.

  • Piedmont Education Foundation’s Giving Campaign launches ‘Pop Up Participation’ challenge

    If 75% of families participate in the Campaign, the entire town will enjoy a community-wide pajama day.

  • PUSD keeps top rankings in 2024 state assessments

    But School Board, district say more work needs to be done to understand and address proficiency gaps.

SPORTS

  • Girls basketball | Young blood lead Piedmont in win

    Highlanders rout Damonte Ranch on the first day of the Paris Twins Classic.

  • Girls Soccer | Versatile Highlanders could be very good

    Girls soccer off to strong start to season.

  • Purple Reign ultimate team makes it to Chilly Bowl championship

    Middle school team outperforms but falls to Berkeley's Catch & Release at 5th annual Chilly Bowl.

  • Girls basketball | Piedmont excited for young guns

    Don't miss the Paris Twins Classic starting Dec.

  • Boys basketball | Piedmont off to strong start

    Boys basketball advances in tournament

  • Cross Country | Piedmont stars wind up season

    Sebastien Swain, Leighton Mand, and Amalia Gray finish at state meet.

  • Highlanders magic season comes to a muddy end

    Boys football falls 43-7 at Ferndale in NCS.

  • Russell takes over Piedmont boys soccer

    New coach is no stranger to Piedmont soccer.

  • Piedmont Mountain Bike Team seeks new riders

    Interested middle and high school students of all levels encouraged to register before the end of December.

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EXEDRA, ETC.

  • Photos | Inaugural Tiny Tot Trot
  • Who’s that Good Dog
  • PBF spearheads refurbishment of benches in Crocker Park
  • Piedmont Beautification Foundation’s reforestation campaign in high gear
  • PHS grad shares Nobel Prize for discovering microRNA
  • Who’s YOUR Good Dog?

LIFESTYLE | RECIPES

  • The Dish | Chicken Marsala
  • The Dish | Lemon Butter Chicken
  • The Dish | Pumpkin, Sage and Brown Butter Cupcakes
  • The Dish | Roasted Pork Tenderloin and Apples
  • The Dish | Winter Panzanella Salad
  • The Dish | Ginger Sweet Potato and Coconut Milk Stew with Lentils and Kale

REAL ESTATE

  • A New Perspective: Transformations | Real Estate Insights
  • December 3, 2024 | Home sales report for Piedmont

OPINION

  • Letter to the Editor | Yes on Measure P to keep schools, property values strong
  • Letter to the Editor | Prop. 33 could offer solutions to housing, climate crises
  • Letter to the Editor | Measure P is unfair to taxpayers
  • Letter to the Editor | Conna McCarthy exemplifies the best of Piedmont
  • Op-Ed | TPH editors weigh in on potential phone ban

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CALIFORNIA

  • Bringing back downtowns: Local leaders seek ways to restore their pre-pandemic vibrancy

    As neighboring cities have removed encampments, Berkeley has seen a significant increase in its homeless population.

  • Speakers vent frustration with AlCo election process, call for registrar of voters’ removal

    County Supervisors didn’t seem shocked by the criticisms, which have been percolating throughout the county for several election cycles now.

  • Supervisors set timeline to appoint interim Alameda County DA, open application period

    The application process kicks off Wednesday, with a deadline for submissions on Jan.

  • Former staffer for ousted Oakland mayor Thao announces candidacy to replace her

    Vying for the seat, Renia Webb joins candidates Loren Taylor, Tyron Jordan, Mindy Pechenuk, Fabian Robinson, Elizabeth Swaney and Larry Lionel Young Jr. 

  • California task force seizes over $19 million in illegal cannabis products across East Bay

    The legal cannabis market in California saw $350 million in sales in November, or about $4 billion per year.

  • ‘Criminals don’t take holidays off’: FBI warns public of scams targeting shoppers, donors

    Beware of fake charities, puppy scams, fraudulent websites, and online shopping discounts too good to be true.

  • Price recall backers tell AlCo supervisors to choose a district attorney they can support

    The coalition said the recall is a mandate from the electorate to appoint a successor who is willing to hold offenders accountable.

  • Oakland eyes ‘back-to-basics’ budget with initial $204M in cuts to staff, police overtime

    The second phase of cuts would include an additional $16 million in budget reductions.

  • Aftershocks continue to rattle North Coast as residents assess damage from 7.0 temblor

    The earthquake briefly resulted in a tsunami warning that prompted thousands of people to seek higher ground.

  • It’s complicated: Oakland city leaders weigh process for replacing mayor, filling vacancies

    On Dec.

  • BART to ring in new year with fare increase; 5.5% hike to add extra $14M for operations

    The average fare will increase 25 cents, from $4.47 to $4.72.

  • Another swing of the precipitation pendulum in NorCal; Meanwhile, Santa Ana winds & wildfire risk in SoCal

    Whether or not to expect rain in our neck of the woods is still TBD.

  • Conflict over race, LGBTQ issues cost schools more than $3 billion last school year

    Uncivil discourse and hostile rhetoric come with a cost, according to recently released research.

  • Judge rejects lawsuit over ‘liberated’ ethnic studies classes in LAUSD

    Jewish teachers and parents allege an antisemitic curriculum is being pushed.

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