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Elections
November 10, 2026

Piedmont Profile | Chris Krenn is working to better understand who’s buying and influencing political elections

The Exedra interviews the computational physicist and Piedmont-based civic innovator as he helps voters "follow the money."
High School
November 9, 2026

Girls volleyball | Piedmont takes championship

Team heads to state tournament on Tuesday evening.
High School
November 8, 2026

Boys football | Piedmont closes season with win

Highlanders shut out Alameda.
  • Auditions | Special Notice for PMS Students

    TONIGHT: An opportunity to join the high school production of "The Music Man."

  • Alpha School launches in Piedmont

    The private AI-centered school is located on the grounds of the Zion Lutheran Church on Park Boulevard.

  • Wet weather ahead: NWS issues high surf, road alerts

    Rain is expected to start Friday and continue into early next week.

  • With a strong El Niño forecast this winter, take steps now to protect your home

    Sand bags, sump pumps, and more.

  • Where to find a Cop on the Block in November

    The Piedmont Police Department offers four opportunities this month to chat with your local officers.

Health + Science + Environment

  • California’s first carbon capture project shot down in court in setback for climate policy
  • New partnership aims to protect whales, sustain California Dungeness crab fishery
  • Want to protect California’s coast? Marine sanctuaries seek volunteer beach monitors

LIFESTYLE

  • Bay City Books: New books by NorCal authors October-November 2026 
  • The Dish | Perfect Roast Chicken
  • Movies: Transgender and underground film fests, ‘Mouse,’ ‘Soul Patrol,’ ‘Three Brothers in Shanghai’
  • Wood Tavern bids farewell after 20 years with a celebratory Pinot Paulée
  • Local Lit | November
  • Financial shortfall puts Oakland’s First Fridays on pause
  • SF Ballet inaugurates Tiny Dances with reimagined ‘Swan Lake’ for children
  • Delay of Dungeness crab season until January likely to keep holiday favorite off the menu

Elections

  • Update: Election 2026 | Local election results
  • Letter to the Editor | Adam Hundt thanks city residents for support in City Council race
  • Letter to the Editor | A heartfelt thank you
  • The Piedmont Exedra endorses Measure GG
  • Election 2026 | Q&As with City Council candidates

AROUND TOWN

  • Piedmont Profile | Chris Krenn is working to better understand who’s buying and influencing political elections

    The Exedra interviews the computational physicist and Piedmont-based civic innovator as he helps voters "follow the money."

  • Alpha School launches in Piedmont

    The private AI-centered school is located on the grounds of the Zion Lutheran Church on Park Boulevard.

  • Who’s that Good Dog?

    Layla traded a hard knock ranch life for the gentler comforts of a city home.

  • 2nd Thursday at the Movies group to screen ‘A Few Good Men’ on Nov. 12

    The free film will be shown at 801 Magnolia Avenue.

  • DBFL holds Annual Ski Sale on Saturday, Nov. 14

    Don't miss this once-a-year giant outdoor sale of gently used ski and snowboarding jackets, bibs, pants, and accessories for the whole family.

  • Find your new passion at the Piedmont Adult Recreation Expo

    On November 15, learn about more than two dozen programs, classes, events, and organizations on offer in town.

  • Turkey Trot 2026 | Annual tradition now in its 25th year

    Sign up now for this family-friendly event — and don't miss the Tiny Tot Trot on Wednesday, November 25, for 3-to-6-year-olds at Witter Field.

  • Beaver Supermoon, birdwatching and more | The Exedra’s Monthly Almanac for November 2026

    Not your average full moon: thanks to an optical illusion, the November 24 moon will appear bigger and brighter than normal.

  • Map to Piedmont’s commemorative benches

    The Piedmont Beautification Foundation has placed 175 benches in parks and public spaces throughout the city.

CITY NEWS

  • With a strong El Niño forecast this winter, take steps now to protect your home

    Sand bags, sump pumps, and more.

  • Mayor shares lessons learned in State of the City address

    Mayor Betsy Smegal Andersen is wrapping up two terms in office.

  • Watch Mayor Andersen’s State of the City address online

    Watch the address on the City of Piedmont’s website or YouTube channel.

  • The Blotter | Pair of DUIs in Piedmont

    Incidents occurred on same night.

  • Some residents call for more than a memorial in Dearing case

    Ongoing litigation between the city and descendants of the family has kept the issue of how Piedmont should atone for past harms in the news.

  • Police chief takes to social media to raise awareness of e-bike safety

    Young people riding e-bikes around town in an unsafe manner has led to the education campaign.

  • ‘Sustainable Parks Management Plan’ gives city an outline for the future

    Heavy use, aging infrastructure have taken toll on Piedmont's favorite public spaces.

  • Limited-time discounts on rooftop solar and battery storage

    Sign up by November 15 to get no-cost, no-obligation site evaluations and proposals tailored to your home’s needs.

SCHOOLS

  • The Lake School announces campus tours for 2027–28 school year

    Tours for prospective families will be held on November 12 and December 3.

  • Google to turn off search feature next year for schools that opt out of AI tools

    Antitrust advocates say "Google is using its search monopoly to coerce schools into adopting AI."

  • Photos | Highlanders supporters gather for Oktoberfest

    The festive annual event was held on Oct.

  • PEF’s Giving Campaign launching grade-level participation challenge

    Competition split across elementary, middle, and high schools.

  • School Board approves new math pathways for secondary schools

    Tension with teachers over process, middle school implementation.

  • PHS Advanced Acting class performs ‘Peter Pan and Wendy’ Nov. 12-14

    JM Barrie's classic reimagined: Wendy is a budding high school scientist on an adventure with Peter and her brothers to Neverland.

  • PEF hosts community reception on Nov. 12, opening night of PHS play

    Mingle and enjoy refreshments at 801 Magnolia before the opening performance of "Peter Pan and Wendy" at the Alan Harvey Theater.

  • Dress Best for Less grants $100,000 to Piedmont Schools

    Founded in 1982, DBFL has contributed more than $1 million to Piedmont schools and neighboring communities over the past 44 years.

SPORTS

  • Boys football | Piedmont closes season with win

    Highlanders shut out Alameda.

  • Girls volleyball | Piedmont takes championship

    Team heads to state tournament on Tuesday evening.

  • Girls volleyball | Piedmont advances to championship game

    Highlanders continue historic season as they host San Domenico on Saturday in Binks Gymnasium.

  • Boys water polo | Highlanders see historic season end

    Piedmont falls in Division 1.

  • Girls volleyball | Piedmont sweeps Clayton Valley

    Highlanders advance to semis with decisive win.

  • Girls tennis | Piedmont closes regular season in style

    Highlanders beat Alameda, Castro Valley.

  • Boys football | Highlanders dominate Pinole Valley

    Piedmont gets win, heads to finale at Alameda on November 6.

  • Girls football | Piedmont sees historic season end

    Girls football falls in first playoff.

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  • Photos | Cool cars, Harvest Festival, and more
  • Obituary | John Philip Morrison, 1942 – 2026
  • From Wildwood to the world: saving the station that connected Piedmont to the world
  • Piedmont Profile | Alder Yarrow, wine writer
  • Who’s YOUR Good Dog?

LIFESTYLE | RECIPES

  • Yellow Door 2.0
  • The Dish | All the lasagna vibes, zero lasagna drama
  • The Dish | Easy Guacamole
  • The Dish | Creamy Potato Salad
  • The Dish | Red Curry Lentils with Sweet Potatoes and Spinach
  • The Dish | Overnight French Toast
  • The Dish | Vietnamese-Inspired Crispy Rice-Paper Omelet

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  • A New Perspective: Safari Bound | Real Estate Insights
  • November 4, 2026 | Home sales report for Piedmont

OPINION

  • Letter to the Editor | Media literacy and research skills are critical for our students
  • Letter to the Editor | Why the Bonita Avenue parking reconfiguration deserves a second look
  • Voices | Join the Ocean Garbage Prevention Challenge
  • Commentary | Fast fashion fills California’s landfills. Thankfully a recycling fix is in sight

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CALIFORNIA

  • California voters reject Prop. 40 billionaire tax

    Billionaires spent $378 million to defeat Prop.

  • Alameda County sends ICE cease-and-desist letter after recent enforcement activity

    ICE agents have repeatedly ignored instructions to stay off county property, lawyers said.

  • What a ‘blue tsunami’ means for education in California

    Democrats could have new opportunities to challenge the administration’s education agenda in Washington.

  • After reelection, Oakland mayor hails Measure EE, outlines priorities for new term

    Measure EE replaces Oakland’s hybrid system of governance with a strong mayor system.

  • Google’s new AI ‘ultimatum’ sparks concern over tech giant’s power in California schools

    Schools will have to rethink AI policies in the middle of the year.

  • Need more financial aid for college? This new law will make it easier to ask for it

    Colleges and universities must now clearly inform students how to request additional financial aid if they believe their awarded amount is not enough.

  • Xavier Becerra is California’s next governor: Five things to know

    Unlike his predecessor, the governor-elect made few promises on the campaign trail and only hinted at certain policy priorities.

  • University of California and Cal State are big winners in Prop. 1 housing bond victory

    Some $175 million in funding will be directed to affordable student housing.

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