City Public Works Supervisor Dave Frankel retires By Sam Richards | October 3, 2019 Frankel, who served the city for more than 31 years, was feted by city leaders and staff last week and honored at this week's Park Commission meeting.
City Park Commission approves Green Infrastructure Plan By Sam Richards | October 3, 2019 The plan aims to send cleaner storm runoff water into local waterways. City Council to decide next whether or not to accept the Commission's recommendation.
Arts & Entertainment Local Lit | October’s top five lit(erary) events By Lou Fancher | October 1, 2019 From BART to butterflies, with Litquake thrown in, noteworthy happenings at local libraries, bookstores and other venues.
Uncategorized How the Piedmont Education Foundation fills funding gap in local schools By Sarah Belle Lin | October 1, 2019 Founded in 1975, PEF has evolved into a sophisticated fundraising organization that raises millions of dollars every year to support PUSD.
Crime & Safety Stolen vehicle recovered in Piedmont; suspect taken into custody By Sarah Belle Lin | September 30, 2019 CHP officers pursued the stolen white van from Contra Costa County into Piedmont, where the suspect abandoned the vehicle and fled on foot.
City System upgrade will affect City’s business phone service on Oct. 2 By Exedra Staff | September 27, 2019 The downtime is expected to start at 6 p.m. and last a few hours. It will not affect 911 service.
crime Police arrest two after finding loaded weapons and drugs during traffic stop By Sarah Belle Lin | September 27, 2019 The suspects' vehicle was observed weaving back and forth between the bike lane and vehicle lane on Grand Ave. Thursday night.
Arts & Entertainment Event Preview: Maggie Haberman kicks off Cal Performances Speaker Series October 6 By Lou Fancher | September 27, 2019 The Pulitizer Prize-winning reporter talks Trump and other political matters heading into the 2020 election.
City City surveying residents about public safety cameras By Sam Richards | September 27, 2019 The survey went live on September 24 and will be active for about a month. All residents are encouraged to participate.
Arts & Entertainment Theater Review: Berkeley Rep’s imperfect The Great Wave still captivates By Lou Fancher | September 25, 2019 Otherwordly production effects stand out; but momentum droops during the 3-hour play.