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Piedmont Harvest Festival seeks community group submissions

Fill out the Rec Department's online form to express your group's interest — the Harvest Festival is September 27.
Piedmont Beautification Foundation looks to banner year ahead after fast start

Support for the new Nature Play Area in Piedmont Park, Measure GG, and a return of the Holiday Greeting Fund.
Piedmont’s Cameron Wolfe to be honored at Sonoma Botanical Garden Gala on Oct. 3

Wolfe, who is well known for his leadership locally, is being recognized for his work with the Garden over the years.
City council gives initial approval to new ordinance about dangerous dogs

Council moves to establish a structured process for determining whether a dog should be designated as potentially dangerous or vicious.

AROUND TOWN

Piedmont Harvest Festival seeks community group submissions
Fill out the Rec Department's online form to express your group's interest — the Harvest Festival is September 27.
Who’s that Good Dog?
Mabel is a sociable diva who loves hikes and walks.
From Wildwood to the world: saving the station that connected Piedmont to the world
A recent tour of Oakland's abandoned 16th Street Station sent Exedra contributor Meghan Bennett back to the archives.
Harvest Moon and the autumnal equinox | The Exedra’s Monthly Almanac for September 2026
Summer winds down and fall is on the horizon.
Obituary | John Philip Morrison, 1942 – 2026
A celebration of life for the beloved former PMS principal was held on September 12 at the Morrison Gym.
AI doc screening, community talk moderated by Bloomberg’s Emily Chang on Sept. 26
After a screening of "The AI Doc", local AI leaders from Anthropic, Microsoft and Meta will explore the question “AI: Will It Save or End the World?” at the Alan Harvey Theater.
Bring your family stories to life at Piedmont Adult School
The four-week class runs Saturdays starting September 19.
Who’s that Good Dog?
George the rescue pup hails from Puerto Rico but now calls local parks his own.
Here, Kitty Kitty
Pip found his new family after life as a stray in New York City.
Piedmont Play School finds a new home
Longtime local co-op preschool is now located on Clarewood Drive in Oakland.
Food trucks + Movies in the Park
Food trucks will be at Piedmont Park this Friday; the next Movie in the Park is September 25.
Exedra reads: ‘Whistler’ by Ann Patchett
New Exedra contributor (and former law school librarian) Edna Lewis shares her thoughts on Patchett's latest.
Sign up now for Turkey Trot early bird pricing
Lock in discounts for tickets now through October 6.

CITY NEWS

City council gives initial approval to new ordinance about dangerous dogs
Council moves to establish a structured process for determining whether a dog should be designated as potentially dangerous or vicious.
Fire Department encourages residents to complete at-home wildfire evacuation exercise
Turn “what ifs” into a plan.
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 specific needs.
‘Sustainable Parks Management Plan’ gives city an outline for the future
Heavy use and aging infrastructure have taken a toll on Piedmont's favorite public spaces.
The Blotter | Car found abandoned, running in street
Also this week: dog bite; identity theft; parking dispute between neighbors; stolen car; and auto burglary.
Where to find a Cop on the Block in September
The police department's casual meet and greets continue.
Five in the running for three open City Council seats
And without a competitive race, School Board incumbents to be appointed.
City extends evening lap swim hours at Community Pool
New pool schedules started August 24.
Survey | Share your thoughts about the Piedmont Community Pool
The City of Piedmont's survey will remain open through the end of September.
Expanded home electrification rebates offer more ways to save
If you're planning an electric upgrade for your home, your project may be eligible for cash rebates from the City of Piedmont.

SCHOOLS

PHS, MHS students encouraged to audition for high school musical ‘The Music Man’
Online audition submissions are due week of September 22.
Piedmont Unified School District launches sixth year of Affinity Mentorship Program
The community is invited to meet this year's mentors at the Mentor Launch Party on Sunday, September 13 at Bear Park.
Letter to the Editor | Media literacy and research skills are critical for our students
PUSD elementary teacher librarians ask for the community's help in contacting lawmakers to restore critical teaching tools.
Lawmakers pass mandate to help California’s youngest students catch up in math
The governor has not indicated whether he will sign the bill.
Piedmont Adult School adds free classes for entrepreneurs this fall
Take your ideas from concept to launch with the new Startup Founder Series.
Volunteers needed! Support adult English learners at Piedmont Adult School
Help English learners practice conversation and gain language proficiency.

SPORTS

Piedmont Sports Hall of Fame announces Class of 2027 inductees
Achievements of the eight honorees span football, track, swimming, tennis, lacrosse, and more.
Boys football | Piedmont rebounds with shutout
Highlanders beat St.
Boys water polo | Piedmont strong at tournament
Team takes two of three
Oakland youth running program marks 15 years with Berkeley fundraiser
The nonprofit works with Oakland's K-12 students providing free coaching, running shoes, race entries and mentorship.
Boys water polo preview | Piedmont’s youth will lead the way
Team filled with sophomores.
Girls golf preview | Highlanders look strong on the links
Team has strong core of athletes.
Girls volleyball | Piedmont sweeps to win at tournament
The Highlanders now stand at 9-3 entering a September 1 match at home against Redwood Christian.

CALIFORNIA

U.S. Supreme Court rejects Trump’s mail-in voting limits as November election nears
Court leaves open the possibility for future restrictions, but indicates a change at this late date would be "arbitrary and capricious."
$400,000 per bed? Why it costs so much to build affordable student housing in California
A change to the funding structure will ultimately cost the state at least 50% more than the original $2 billion the state planned.
How a gym, a farmers market and MMA fighters landed millions in Newsom’s last budget
California's secretive earmark process raises transparency and equity concerns even among some lawmakers.
Newsom signs law to let these Californians get out of jury duty — for good
Over 80 years old?
New California law sets first-in-nation standards for smoke damage in homes
The signed laws that detail insurers’ responsibilities in addressing smoke damage in homes.
New task force hopes to draw historically Black university to Oakland
An effort launched last year is still in the initial stages of planning, according to a media report.
Federal agencies allege Berkeley law school discriminated against white, Asian students
UC Berkeley School of Law has maintained that it complies with federal laws and Proposition 209.
California math scores are far below grade level. This screener will test students’ skills early
California schools will test all kindergartners, first- and second-graders in basic math skills and provide them tutoring if they need it, under a bill on Gov. Gavin Newsom’s desk
CHP steps up enforcement of carpool lanes approaching Bay Bridge toll plaza
They'll be paying special attention to the lanes on the right side of the westbound approach to the toll plaza that can be accessed from Interstate 80, I-880, or West Grand Avenue.
Do later school start times help California students? Here’s what new study says
The benefits for students make the state's mandated later school start times worthwhile.
California kills bill regulating Flock cameras even as public rage grows
The California Legislature has failed several times since 2022 to regulate technology for automatically tracking vehicles — even as examples of abuse mount.