City The Blotter | Attempted strong-arm robbery on Scenic; stolen cars By Damin Esper and Piedmont Exedra | August 11, 2023 Plus: Accident in lower Piedmont requires Jaws of Life help from fire department.
City EBMUD to tackle ‘serious’ pipeline leak under El Cerrito and Magnolia avenues By Exedra Staff | August 11, 2023 In an update on August 15, the city says the pipe repair has been completed; sidewalk and roadway restoration to come.
City City Council says more time needed before making final Linda Beach courts decision By Sam Richards | August 8, 2023 Noise remains the chief complaint as the city wraps its months-long pickleball trial. Also on Monday: Three Fire Department promotions.
City Planning Commission to consider proposals on Aug. 14 aimed at making it easier to create new housing in town By City of Piedmont | August 8, 2023 Multifamily Objective Design Standards (MODS) and new affordable Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) incentives are on the table.
City Fire Department says now’s the time to prepare your property for wildfire season By Piedmont Fire Department | August 8, 2023 If you need help identifying what needs to be done, call PFD at (510) 420-3030 to request an inspection.
Around Town Photos | Residents connect with first responders at National Night Out By Photos by Julie Reichle | August 4, 2023 Police officers and firefighters visit block parties around town to build community.
City Planning Commission to consider amendments to City Code, design guidelines in public hearing Aug. 14 By City of Piedmont | August 4, 2023 The amendments will change how ADUs are approved and create objective standards for development of multifamily and mixed-use building types.
City As Oakland crime rises, Piedmont police increase visibility By Exedra Staff | August 4, 2023 Police chief invites residents to attend the Sept 18 City Council meeting for latest local crime stats and other public safety updates.
City ‘Cop on the Block’ coming to a neighborhood near you By Exedra Staff | August 4, 2023 Meet up with officers from the Piedmont Police throughout the month of August at locations around town.
City The Blotter | Three suspects sought in July carjacking incident in Piedmont By Damin Esper | August 1, 2023 Lexus involved in incident reportedly stolen in a carjacking in San Jose a week earlier.