City Fire chief urges continued caution during heat wave By Damin Esper | October 16, 2020 Beware of power tools and over-exertion as we enter fire season "witching hour".
City City playgrounds, bathrooms to open Friday, Oct. 16 By Exedra Staff | October 16, 2020 The state loosened restrictions on outdoor public playgrounds at the end of September.
City UPDATE: Red Flag Warning extended until 8 a.m. Saturday By Exedra Staff | October 16, 2020 Gusty offshore winds and low humidity signal continued critical fire weather conditions for the East Bay.
City Piedmont is not expected to be affected by PG&E’s Public Safety Power Shut-Off By Exedra Staff | October 13, 2020 However, Piedmont's proximity to the scheduled PSPS might mean power disruption for some parts of town. Residents should stay alert to any changes.
City Police Blotter | Pair of stolen vehicles caught by ALPR system By Damin Esper | October 13, 2020 Recoveries highlight weekly crime report
City Coming heat, gusty winds prompt Fire Weather Watch Wed. through Fri. By Exedra Staff | October 12, 2020 Fire Chief Bret Black also warns of a likely a Red Flag Warning, and the possibility of a PG&E Public Safety Power Shutoff.
City City council candidates outline stances in LWV forum By Damin Esper | October 9, 2020 The four candidates for two seats on city council shared their views on Measure UU, affordable housing, and more.
Around Town Planning Commission announces 2020 Design Award recipients By Exedra Staff | October 9, 2020 View photos of the seven homes being recognized for outstanding design at a Zoom event on Mon, Oct 12, at 5:30 PM.
Around Town Commentary | Progressive policing practices could keep history from repeating itself By Jeremy Bowers, Piedmont Police Chief | October 9, 2020 Piedmont Police Chief Jeremy Bowers reflects on the story of Sidney Dearing, the first Black homeowner in Piedmont, who was run out of town in the 1920s.
Around Town Piedmont prepares for (almost) all-mail election By Damin Esper | October 6, 2020 Voting in person will be available at Veterans Memorial Building.