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Around Town
November 18, 2025

Photos | Scenes from ‘Ruby Bridges Walk to School Day’ 2025

Event drew nearly 300 PHS, PMS and elementary school students who gathered in honor of the civil rights icon.
Around Town
November 18, 2025

Photos | Piedmont Adult Expo connects residents to community groups

Veterans Hall was abuzz on Sunday.
News
November 17, 2025

‘We cannot accept this’: Bay Area leaders, athletes mourn coach Beam’s shooting death

Piedmont Police Chief Frederick Shavies spoke at the recent news conference on the shooting.
  • ‘Above and beyond’ | City Council affirms its commitment to wildfire mitigation measures at Monday meeting

    City updates fire codes for new construction and major renovations.

  • Suspect charged with murder in shooting death of beloved Laney College coach Beam

    The shooting, along with other recent gun violence, has prompted AlCo DA to reinstate mandatory minimum sentences in gun cases.

  • The Blotter | Traffic stop leads to stolen goods recovery

    Mountain bikes, generator found in truck; also DUI, plus attempted burglary reported.

  • Donate children’s books at the Turkey Trot bib pick-up on Nov. 26

    Donations to the East Bay Children's Book Project are distributed to children in need throughout the region.

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

    Donation bins are out now at City Hall and the Piedmont Recreation Department, through December 23.

Health + Science + Environment

  • NorCal tribes join forces to restore Eel River as PG&E moves toward removal of dam
  • East Bay Women’s Cancer Resource Center set for major expansion after grant approval

LIFESTYLE

  • The Dish | Hamburger Soup
  • Review: ‘Tis the season of sunniness with Berkeley Playhouse’s feel-good ‘Annie’  
  • Movies: Castro 2026 film schedule, Armenian film fest, ‘Peter Hujar’s Day,’ ‘Put Your Soul on Your Hand and Walk’
  • EBMUD leases former Cal Shakes amphitheater property to new nonprofit
  • King of K-drama: At 77, superfan logs 15,000 hours of Korean TV, gets to hug IU
  • Curious about choir? Attend the PEBCC Training Department’s fall recital on Dec. 13
  • Four Bay Area landmarks deemed eligible for listing on National Register of Historic Places
  • Holiday craft fair Nov. 30
  • Fairyland hosts adult-only holiday night market featuring live music and local artisan vendors
  • PEBCC Candlelight Concert set for Dec. 6
  • LWV of Piedmont Dec. 5 holiday lunch features “The Enemies Project: Finding Connection in a Time of Division”
  • Tickets now available for the 2025 Black & White Holly Ball Gala

AROUND TOWN

  • Photos | Piedmont Adult Expo connects residents to community groups

    Veterans Hall was abuzz on Sunday.

  • Second annual Tiny Tot Trot set for Nov. 26

    Registration is free.

  • Donate children’s books at the Turkey Trot bib pick-up on Nov. 26

    Donations to the East Bay Children's Book Project are distributed to children in need throughout the region.

  • Obituary | Daley Mae Sarver Humphries, 1948-2025

    Daley is remembered for her warmth, Cal spirit, and being a "Mom to all."

  • Conservation | Let ReCORK repurpose your bottle corks

    Cork is a sustainability success story -- and you can help.

  • Obituary | Marianne Buroff Sheldon, 1946-2025

    The longtime Piedmont resident and Mills College professor is remembered for her distinguished scholarship, resilience, and dedication to family.

  • The Dish | Chipotle Flank Steak

    Smoky, spicy, and tender — this recipe packs bold flavor with every bite.

  • Turkey Trot gives a shout-out to race course monitors

    You, too, can sport an orange vest on Thanksgiving morning -- it's a great opportunity to volunteer and be part of the action.

  • Plaque placed to commemorate the island oak at the Mountain/Bellevue Circle

    Having replaced an older, failing giant sequoia, the new tree appears to be thriving -- and has already doubled its height in 18 months.

CITY NEWS

  • ‘Above and beyond’ | City Council affirms its commitment to wildfire mitigation measures at Monday meeting

    City updates fire codes for new construction and major renovations.

  • Letter to the Editor | The quiet magic of Piedmont Play School

    Parent June Groboske says the preschool is one of the city's great assets.

  • Letter to the Editor | Piedmont Play School site is not sacred

    The idea that the city somehow violated a "forever" agreement with the preschool is mistaken, writes John Tulloch, a PPS alum.

  • The Blotter | Jewelry stolen from in front of residence

    Estimated loss from theft over $1,000

  • Pool update: Commissioning continues, no opening date yet

    While the new pool may look ready for action, the city reports that several critical steps still remain before it can open to the public.

  • Council allocates year-end funds to address long-term capital and infrastructure needs

    City revenues were 2% above budget and expenditures 3% below budget, allowing $2.6 million to be transferred to special funds.

  • City seeks input on proposed “Objective Design Standards” for new homes in Piedmont

    A draft of the new standards is now available for review; comments due December 7.

  • Where to find a Cop on the Block in November

    Check the schedule to see where neighbors and residents can next connect with a local police officer.

  • PRD posts job listings for the new Piedmont Community Pool

    No opening date yet, but PRD is taking applications for lifeguards, swim instructors, and pool attendant jobs now.

SCHOOLS

  • Giving Campaign reaches $3M mark

    Goal is $5M -- 94% of which will go directly to teacher salaries.

  • Photos | Scenes from ‘Ruby Bridges Walk to School Day’ 2025

    Event drew nearly 300 PHS, PMS and elementary school students who gathered in honor of the civil rights icon.

  • White House splinters Education Department, sending K-12 programs to Labor

    It’s unclear whether such a move is legal -- the Sec'y of the DoE acknowledges only Congress has the power to completely eliminate the agency.

  • Local with Lisa | Piedmont ranked #1 suburb in CA

    [SPONSORED VIDEO] The reason: exceptional public schools that consistently rank among the best in the state.

  • November Adventures: A two-day fall break program for K-5 students

    Sign up now for the PUSD program that will keep your kids engaged over Thanksgiving week.

  • ‘Once Upon a Magical Dance’ | PHS Winter Dance Concert is Dec. 5

    PHS grad and UCSB dance major Mackenzie Seto-Nguyen is a guest choreographer.

  • Oakland’s big education bet: empower parents, transform schools

    "Unlike school leaders, or even teachers, parents are here to stay," says founder and CEO of the local tutoring program.

  • State finds Oakland Unified created hostile environment for Jewish students and staff

    In rulings issued in late October, the CDE also criticized the district for taking more than a year, longer than the 60 days allowed, to respond to Jewish families’ complaints of antisemitism.

  • Letter to the Editor | Three cheers for fifth grade Latin

    This is a smart way to introduce a foreign language to our younger students, says parent Laura Maestrelli.

  • PHS Class of 2020 celebrates 5-year reunion

    Calling all '20 alums -- don't miss the fun on Saturday, December 20 at a venue in Oakland.

SPORTS

  • Boys football | Piedmont wins big in playoff opener

    Highlanders crush St.

  • Girls tennis | Piedmont girls tennis closes season in sectionals

    Ruthven, Chan, Huynh all make NCS brackets

  • Suspect charged with murder in shooting death of beloved Laney College coach Beam

    The shooting, along with other recent gun violence, has prompted AlCo DA to reinstate mandatory minimum sentences in gun cases.

  • ‘We cannot accept this’: Bay Area leaders, athletes mourn coach Beam’s shooting death

    Piedmont Police Chief Frederick Shavies spoke at the recent news conference on the shooting.

  • Laney College sports director John Beam dies after shooting Thursday; suspect in custody

    Beam, the former football coach at Laney as well as Skyline High School, was taken to Highland Hospital following the shooting and died Friday morning, police said.

  • Girls volleyball | Piedmont falls to Urban in rematch

    Highlanders lose in NCS playoffs

  • Football | Piedmont beats Newark Memorial in finale

    Highlanders face St.

  • Cross country | Piedmont takes second, fifth at WACC

    Cross country teams prepare for NCS

  • Survey: Recreation Department seeks input on girls+ sports participation

    Share your feedback by December 19.

  • Girls volleyball | Piedmont qualified for NCS tournament

    First time in seven years for girls volleyball

  • Girls water polo | Piedmont making strides in pool

    Highlanders building program

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  • Who’s that Good Dog?
  • Obituary | Maria Carson-Breber, 1964-2025
  • Photos | 13th Annual Artisanal Piedmont Beer Festival
  • Supporting excellence in our schools | The founding of the Piedmont Education Foundation
  • Second family files lawsuit in Cybertruck crash
  • Cancer League announces new board
  • Piedmont Profile | Anne Callahan offers older residents a boutique caregiving service
  • The city’s first Black family was being chased out in 1924. Now they are being memorialized
  • Who’s YOUR Good Dog?

LIFESTYLE | RECIPES

  • The Dish | Pumpkin Custard
  • Local with Lisa | Say hello to Oakland’s newest wine bar
  • The Dish | Dijon Chicken
  • The Dish | Tomato Soup
  • The Dish | Sheet Pan Chicken, Sausage, and Potatoes, aka ‘The Molly Johnson’
  • The Dish | Gazpacho
  • The Dish | Tomato and Watermelon Panzanella
  • The Dish | Pasta with Shrimp and Burst Cherry Tomatoes
  • The Dish | Grilled Curry Chicken
  • Piedmont Profile | PHS grad with restaurant roots helps launch NYC eatery

REAL ESTATE

  • Local with Lisa | Piedmont ranked #1 suburb in CA
  • A New Perspective: Trust Fund | Real Estate Insights
  • 235 Sunnyside Avenue, Piedmont
  • 651 Oakland Avenue, Unit 1E, Oakland
  • 1150 Oakland Avenue, Piedmont
  • 64 Sharon Avenue, Piedmont
  • 45 Glen Alpine Road, Piedmont
  • October 6, 2025 | Home sales report for Piedmont

OPINION

  • Commentary | ‘Think Hopeful, Act Local’
  • Voices | New school year, new problems: class sizes, course requirements, and too many APs
  • Letter to the Editor | Let’s reframe the AP debate
  • Letter to the Editor | PUSD gives proper due to the humanities
  • Letter to the Editor | High expectations — and AP classes — are a good thing for students
  • Commentary | Keep Piedmont Play School at 401 Hampton
  • Letter to the Editor | Autism is not a disease

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CALIFORNIA

  • Have thoughts on region’s future? Public comment opens for Plan Bay Area 2050+

    Long-term plans impacting transportation, housing, the environment, and the economy have been met by questions, criticism.

  • ‘Unlawful coercion’: Trump can’t withhold funds or demand payment from UC, federal judge rules

    The decision by Judge Rita Lin today is a preliminary injunction and represents a significant victory for University of California scientists, professors, graduate students and other researchers.

  • Alameda County continues planning stronger response to federal immigration crackdown

    The establishment of “ICE free zones” and the development of immigration response plans has already happened or is underway in several other jurisdictions locally and around the country.

  • More housing on the California coast? Changes at this agency signal a pro-building shift

    The California Coastal Commission last week approved a rule change to make it easier to build affordable housing in Monterey and elsewhere along the hundreds of miles of the Pacific coast.

  • Data centers are putting new strain on California’s grid. A new report estimates the impacts

    The report's authors conclude that between 2019 and 2023, electricity use and carbon emissions by CA data centers nearly doubled, while on-site water consumption slightly more than doubled.

  • Man charged with robbery, battery following scuffle outside TPUSA event at UC Berkeley

    Jihad Dphrepaulezz was arraigned Thursday in Oakland and is set to return November 24 to enter a plea to the charges against him.

  • Turning Point USA’s final tour stop at UC Berkeley met with protests, police response

    A brawl between two men occurred after a protester allegedly threw the merchandise a Kirk supporter was selling onto the floor.

  • Berkeley Police Department launches online call log as it begins encrypting radio signals

    The removal of public access to police broadcasts was made to comply with a change in state law.

  • Why a new California law could change the way all Americans browse the internet

    Assembly Bill 566 requires companies that make web browsers to offer users an opt-out “signal” that automatically tells websites not to share or sell their personal information as they browse.

  • Feds announce charges for alleged driver in U-Haul attack on Coast Guard personnel

    Bella Thompson was charged Tuesday with one count of assaulting federal officers with a deadly or dangerous weapon and could, if convicted, face up to 20 years in prison, according to the U.S. Department of Justice.

  • FBI releases images of suspects in theft of over 1,000 artifacts from Oakland Museum

    The FBI and the Oakland Police Department are seeking the public's help in identifying suspects in last month's theft.

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