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AROUND TOWN

Who’s that Good Dog?
Cody likes to orchestrate a takeover of available couches.
Movies in the Park: ‘Inside Out 2’ set for July 18
Enjoy the Rec Dept's free film series under the stars in Piedmont Park once a month through October.
PRD summer camps are in full swing
Space still available in some late July - early August sessions for chess, skateboarding, ukulele, and more!
Photos | Piedmont celebrates the Fourth with pancakes, parade, and a party
A picture-perfect day for festivities in the city's heart last Friday.
The Dish | Summer Zucchini Salad with Pasta and Chickpeas
A refreshing zucchini salad that’s perfect for hot summer evenings.
Obituary | Austin Linnane, 1964 – 2025
Linnane is remembered for a life full of love, laughter, and helping others.
BBQ Without Borders returns to Oakland Museum on August 2
Tickets are limited -- act now to secure your spot.
Obituary | William S. Coysh, 1953-2025
Coysh is remembered for his devotion to family, friends, Cal, and the Yankees.
Climate Corner Op-Ed: The truth about plastic recycling
City of Piedmont Climate Fellow Andrew Kaplowitz shines a light on what happens to your plastic recyclables after the blue bin.
Modern Ed | Airport and airplane etiquette
Bring your patience and follow the rules to minimize travel frustrations.
Piedmont Profile | PHS grad with restaurant roots helps launch NYC eatery
PHS ’10 grad Erica Lauer, whose parents co-founded Berkeley's Rick and Ann's, embarks on a venture of her own.

CITY NEWS

Sanitation strike impacts Piedmont trash pick-up | UPDATES
Trash collection schedules continue to be disrupted, irregular, and unpredictable.
Planning Commission to discuss proposed list of business types allowed in commercial, mixed-use areas
Attend in-person at City Hall or via Zoom on Monday, July 14 at 5:30 pm.
Exit Interview | Police chief reflects on Piedmont tenure, state of policing in 2025
Jeremy Bowers' last day is next week.
Time to prepare your yard for fire season
The annual arrival of grazing goats in Moraga Canyon is a cue to prune trees, remove dead vegetation, and clear flammable materials.
City honors retiring Police Chief Jeremy Bowers with reception, proclamation
Bowers was recognized for his exemplary leadership on July 7.
City Council selects Frederick Shavies as Piedmont’s next chief of police
Shavies is currently a deputy chief of police for the City of Oakland.
The Blotter | Four masked men seen entering apartment
Plus: residential burglary, reckless driving, and another break-in at Ace Hardware.
City marks latest community pool milestones
Key elements of construction are falling into place.
Where to find a Cop on the Block in July
Four opportunities this month to chat with your local police officers.
City adopts budget for 2025-2026 fiscal year
Pool and dispatch center projects remain top priorities; Dearing Memorial, planning for a new public safety building, and improving public spaces also highlighted.
Watch | City of Piedmont’s Volunteer Appreciation Reception
Missed the moment?
The city’s first Black family was being chased out in 1924. Now they are being memorialized
The Dearing Portal features sculptural elements of a home — a doorway, window, and mailbox — symbolizing what was lost.

SCHOOLS

Dual enrollment class comes to PHS this fall
Over one third of high school seniors in California participated in dual enrollment programs last year, the district said.
Survey of 1500 kids suggests school phone bans have important but limited effects
Banning phones in schools may not be an easy fix for students' mental health problems, poor academic performance, or cyberbullying.
Summer Adventures 2025: Enrichment, flexibility, and fun for K–8 students
Classes offer a mix of learning and play; sports camps help build skills in a supportive environment.
Languages, technology, cooking, and more at Piedmont Adult School
Discover something new this summer.
Milestones | PHS Class of 2025 celebrated at Witter Field
"Let your values guide you in uncertain times" was the theme of this year's commencement address by Piedmont Police Chief Jeremy Bowers.
Milestones | MHS 2025 graduates celebrated at Alan Harvey Theater
Eighteen Millennium High School students received their diplomas on Wednesday, June 4.

SPORTS

Preseason training for PHS girls flag football starts end of July
Any interested PHS/MHS girl who wants to play in the upcoming Fall 2025 season is invited to attend the conditioning sessions at Witter Field.
Mays still amazes: Atherton honors legacy of Giants baseball star in town he called home
Mays moved to Atherton in 1969 and was well known in the community for passing out baseballs at Halloween.
New Coaches Field batting cages ready for action
The project was spearheaded by Scout Sammy Ragones and made a reality with help from PBSF and the city.
Piedmont Swim Team tryouts start in August
Aug 19 - Aug 21 at the Montclair Swim Club.
PHS swimming, water polo teams take a hit as pool construction drags on
Athletic Director Tyler Small gives end-of-year athletic /Title IX report to Board of Education on June 11.
Piedmont track and field goes national
Highlander athletes compete in Eugene.

CALIFORNIA

Yolo fireworks victims ID’d, including 4 from Bay Area; families seek help on GoFundMe
The July 1 explosion near Esparto leveled at least one building and ignited a 78-acre fire in an agricultural area.
CalPERS recovers from tariff plunge and notches a big investment gain
The CalPERS gained 11.6% on in its investments over the past financial year, eclipsing its target of 6.8%.
Oakland airport name saga resumes; leaders try again to add San Francisco Bay to moniker
Previously, San Francisco sued to stop the rebranding over copyright claims and allegations that it would confuse travelers.
‘American Nightmare’ kidnapper sentenced for separate 2015 San Ramon abduction
The crimes only came to light through Muller’s 2024 confession while he was serving a 40-year prison sentence.
‘Insult to injury’: Civil grand jury examines Oakland’s ticketing of stolen vehicles
According to the jury, 9,400 vehicles were reported stolen in Oakland in 2024.
‘Ambassador for his species’: Parasite claims SF Zoo’s endangered Himalayan red panda
The Himalayan red panda had recently shown intermittent neurological symptoms, including balance issues.
Judge says immigration agents must stop ‘roving patrols’ that have upended Southern California
The ruling could have far-reaching implications for the Trump administration’s mass deportation plans.
Bay Area jurisdictions expand legal fight against Trump sanctuary crackdown
Trump has repeatedly defended his stance, arguing that sanctuary cities endanger the public and undermine federal authority.
California, epicenter of the nation’s housing crisis, is finally getting a housing agency
You might wonder what took so long.
Presidio Parkway turns 10: Leaders celebrate infrastructure success, unique partnership
The parkway addressed serious seismic and structural concerns by building four tunnels and 14 bridges connecting to Highway 101.