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Around Town
April 24, 2026

Photos | Arbor Day celebration

Organizers teamed up with a local group that fosters stronger connections to nature among children.
Around Town
April 24, 2026

Putt Putt in the park winners

The playful community-building event hosted by PRD is in its third year.
Around Town
April 23, 2026

Piedmont Food Fest returns this Saturday, April 25

The Food Fest celebrates a milestone fifth year this weekend.
Schools
April 14, 2026

‘Dancing Through the Decades’: PHS Spring Dance Concert is April 23-24

Students will perform original choreography of modern, jazz, contemporary, and hip hop styles through the ages.
  • Letter to the Editor | Why Measure H is vital for every Piedmont resident

    The Board of Piedmonters for Inclusive Education say the city is a hub of excellence thanks to strong community support.

  • UPDATE: Suspect in Piedmont Avenue bank robbery charged

    Wells Fargo at 40th Street was robbed Monday.

  • Pool so popular city asks visitors to consider off-peak hours

    Plus: Summer swim lesson and class registration opens April 21 for Piedmont residents.

  • PHS mourns loss of Latanya Lloyd, longtime front office staffer

    Lloyd died unexpectedly on April 11.

Health + Science + Environment

  • Why the ‘Good Death’ is having its moment: Candid conversations are reshaping life’s end
  • Climate Week panel says neighborhood parks, schools key to global climate goals
  • ‘Earth friendly’ company to pay $176K to settle alleged false ‘plastic-free’ claims
  • Nutria study suggests giant invasive rodents were deliberately introduced to Delta

LIFESTYLE

  • San Francisco Symphony’s Michael Tilson Thomas dies at 81
  • Review: Royal Shakespeare’s ‘Hamnet’ simply dazzles in ACT presentation
  • Alaska Airlines starts direct service between Oakland and San Diego, with 4 flights daily
  • Best Bets: Bay Area Dance Week, Angelique Kidjo, Frankie Marcos, Blake Pouliot
  • Golden Gate International Children’s & Youth Choral Festival on tap for July 13-18
  • An unscientific snapshot of the Bay Area performing arts scene in 2026
  • Movies: SF International film fest, ‘Steal This Story, Please!’ ‘Kontinental ’25,’ ‘Earth’s Greatest Enemy’
  • Review: ‘Come From Away’ at TheatreWorks inspires faith and hope

Elections

  • Letter to the Editor | Why Measure H is vital for every Piedmont resident
  • California election officials face false choice: count votes quickly or count them right
  • Voter ID initiative qualifies for California’s November election
  • Billionaire blitz: Steyer’s $132 million campaign dwarfs rivals in California governor race
  • A plan to cut a California tax is going to voters. Why LA’s ‘mansion tax’ is at the center of it
  • Lagging in polls and fundraising, Betty Yee drops out of California governor’s race

AROUND TOWN

  • Pool so popular city asks visitors to consider off-peak hours

    Plus: Summer swim lesson and class registration opens April 21 for Piedmont residents.

  • New community pool landscaping is a dramatic swing to drought-tolerant native plants

    The city and the Piedmont Beautification Foundation are collaborating on a new planting strategy in town.

  • Putt Putt in the park winners

    The playful community-building event hosted by PRD is in its third year.

  • Who’s that Good Dog?

    Max loves walks, chicken, and his family.

  • Piedmont Profile | Larry Tramutola, political strategist and organizer

    Over several decades in the Bay Area, Tramutola has carved himself a niche as a widely recognized and effective player in two rough and unforgiving worlds.

  • Girl Scouts host annual ‘Tea & Paint’ event on April 26

    Registration extended!

  • Piedmont Food Fest returns this Saturday, April 25

    The Food Fest celebrates a milestone fifth year this weekend.

  • ‘Mad Tea Party’: Children’s Fairyland kicks off adults-only event series on April 24

    An Alice in Wonderland-themed night out featuring cocktails, costumes, and cabaret magic.

  • Talent and whimsy on display at local garden club’s ‘Best in Show’ flower show

    Photography, floral arrangements, plants, and more were evaluated around a playful theme.

  • Annual ‘Bringing Back the Natives’ garden and green home showcase returns May 2-3

    Visit over 25 native gardens, including some electrified homes, in the Oakland-Berkeley-Piedmont area (FREE registration required).

  • PEBCC’s training department spring recitals are May 9

    The choir's youngest members perform at First Presbyterian Church of Berkeley.

  • PEBCC performs annual Spring Sing concert on May 30

    Local youth choir honors its graduating class and the accomplishments of all ensembles in this grand season finale.

CITY NEWS

  • Photos | Arbor Day celebration

    Organizers teamed up with a local group that fosters stronger connections to nature among children.

  • City anticipates Dearing Memorial to be completed by end of 2026

    Its final form and materials are yet to be established.

  • Winners of inaugural Wildfire Resilience Awards show what wildfire-conscious homes and gardens can look like

    Sustainability awardees honored at Monday event; including new award for fire-smart landscapes that also showcase garden aesthetics.

  • The Blotter | One suspect arrested in Scenic Ave. assault, robbery

    Second suspect at large in follow-up to the residential burglary that took place last month.

  • It’s official: Piedmont’s community pool is open for business

    Weekend rain suppresses crowd but aquatics team is all smiles welcoming first swimmers.

  • Rain doesn’t dampen mood at pool ribbon-cutting ceremony on Friday

    Official opening day is Saturday, April 11.

  • City Council makes 19 appointments to Commissions and Committees

    A reception on April 20 will recognize outgoing commissioners and other city volunteers.

  • April Cop on the Block

    See where to find a local police officer this month at one of the department's casual meet-ups for residents.

  • Alameda County ‘Clean Water’ grants offer up to $6000 for community stewardship programs

    Application deadline is May 4 to apply for grants toward preventing stormwater pollution and promoting the health of local watersheds.

  • Piedmont Police Department’s year-end report highlights drop in overall crime

    The police chief also discussed the city's relationship to Flock Safety during his annual report to City Council on Monday night.

SCHOOLS

  • APT invites parent input on 2027-2028 school year calendar

    While next year's calendar is set, the district is still working on an agreement for the following year.

  • Letter to the Editor | Strengthening our community beyond the classroom

    PEF's Rich Thompson invites all Piedmont empty-nesters to a gathering on May 18 at the new pool.

  • Letter to the Editor | Piedmont schools would falter without the core parcel tax

    Eleven past School Board members say Measure H is essential.

  • ‘Dancing Through the Decades’: PHS Spring Dance Concert is April 23-24

    Students will perform original choreography of modern, jazz, contemporary, and hip hop styles through the ages.

  • School Board student representative applications due this Friday

    Open to currently enrolled 10th and 11th graders at PHS and Millenium High.

  • PHS mourns loss of Latanya Lloyd, longtime front office staffer

    Lloyd died unexpectedly on April 11.

  • Havens dance-off kicks off Spring Fling parent parties

    More than 80 students and parents cut the rug at Ellen Driscoll on April 15.

  • An Education is Forever: PEF announces Spring Fling funding goals

    Initiatives that keep Beach, Havens, and Wildwood elementary schools at the top of their class.

  • Author Kate Schatz talks about ‘building community through storytelling’ at student event

    Writing and activism were themes of the March 31 event hosted by students.

  • Photos | Beach students do Broadway, their way

    Annual Beach Revue showcased music, song, and dance performances over three days at Alan Harvey Theater.

SPORTS

  • Beach volleyball | Highlanders are on a roll

    Team scores three wins.

  • Boys golf | Piedmont falls to Berkeley in tight match

    Boys team edged at Tilden Park.

  • Softball | Piedmont wins in rout of Tennyson

    Highlanders return with big win.

  • Baseball | Piedmont drops two to Dragons

    Highlanders swept by Bishop O’Dowd.

  • Boys lacrosse | Piedmont gets pair of victories

    Team moves to 6-5 in the season.

  • PMS softball | Scots notch another win

    Team will tour eight local ballparks before returning home for playoffs.

  • Boys golf | Piedmont sweeps Arroyo, San Leandro

    Team improves to 7-4 on season.

  • Boys volleyball | Piedmont returns from break

    Highlanders showing improvement

  • Beach volleyball | Piedmont hits tough part of schedule

    Team learns lessons against Granada.

  • Baseball | Piedmont finishes tourney with win

    Highlanders beat Nipomo, 12-4.

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  • Who’s YOUR Good Dog?
  • Piedmont Beautification Foundation embraces two new projects, revisits two others
  • PEBCC’s Jazz and Beyond at Yoshi’s on April 28
  • Girl Scouts host annual ‘Tea & Paint’ event on April 26
  • Magnolia Music School opens its doors to first summer of camps on Grand Avenue
  • Obituary | Joseph Leather, 1932- 2026
  • Obituary | Barbara Agnew Whalen, 1936-2026
  • Obituary | Susan Cotter Johnson, 1939 – 2026

LIFESTYLE | RECIPES

  • The Dish | Oatmeal Chocolate Chip Cookies
  • The Dish | Salmon with Vodka Sauce
  • The Dish | Spiced Chicken and Chickpea Flatbreads
  • The Dish | Radiatori Pasta with Vodka Sauce
  • The Dish | Carrot Orange Olive Oil Cake
  • The Dish | Savory-Sweet Chicken Thighs with Fennel, Apple, Arugula Salad
  • The Dish | Butter Chicken
  • The Dish | Sesame Miso Hummus
  • The Drink | The Espresso Martini

REAL ESTATE

  • 305 Sheridan Avenue, Piedmont
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  • A New Perspective: It’s the Story | Real Estate Insights
  • 110 Monte Avenue, Piedmont
  • 4 Cavendish Lane, Piedmont
  • 1121 Ranleigh Avenue, Piedmont
  • 5710 Margarido Drive, Oakland
  • 23 Valant Place, Piedmont
  • April 7, 2026 | Home sales report for Piedmont

OPINION

  • Letter to the Editor | ‘Yes’ on Measure H for schools and community
  • Voices | Extraordinary care at UCSF Benioff Children’s Hospital Oakland
  • Letter to the Editor | Why the Piedmont ‘No Kings’ protest on March 28 matters
  • Letter to the Editor | We need to have a conversation about the school parcel tax
  • Letter to the Editor | Ending Piedmont Play School lease is a breach of community trust
  • Letter to the Editor | Why Measure H is vital for every Piedmont resident

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CALIFORNIA

  • California election officials face false choice: count votes quickly or count them right

    Large partisan divide over election integrity.

  • Voter ID initiative qualifies for California’s November election

    An upcoming ballot measure would add new voter ID requirements compelling people to prove their citizenship before they cast a ballot.

  • ICE quietly opens another detention center in a former California prison

    The new 700-bed detention facility operated by the for-profit prison company GEO Group is now one of eight ICE detention centers in the state.

  • Billionaire blitz: Steyer’s $132 million campaign dwarfs rivals in California governor race

    Candidates' recent campaign finance disclosures also reveal Swalwell used campaign funds to pay an attorney defending him against misconduct accusations.

  • A plan to cut a California tax is going to voters. Why LA’s ‘mansion tax’ is at the center of it

    Other cities would also see an impact if the Howard Jarvis Taxpayers' Association-sponsored measure passes in November.

  • Achievement gaps, artificial intelligence and more: state superintendent hopefuls detail their plans at candidate forums

    The top candidates vying to be California’s next superintendent of public instruction took the stage for two virtual forums this week.

  • Alameda County DA urges Swalwell victims to come forward, says none have done so yet

    Jones Dickson also contested the value of a hotline for potential victims set up by former district attorney Pamela Price.

  • California blocks Trump administration from withholding homelessness funds

    Federal push would have slashed funding for permanent housing.

  • Why getting more California students into top UCs carries a big cost to taxpayers

    The state has covered the loss of revenue from a reduction in non-resident students, who pay three times what in-state students pay.

  • Lagging in polls and fundraising, Betty Yee drops out of California governor’s race

    Yee did not immediately endorse another candidate but said she would do so in the next few days.

  • Oakland council approves new policy making it easier to clear homeless encampment

    A 2024 Supreme Court decision enabled local governments to adopt stricter ordinances about camping in public spaces.

  • Long-planned project to improve Alameda-Oakland-I-880 access breaks ground

    The $175 million transformation has been inching forward for nearly two decades.

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