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High School
November 4, 2025

Football | Piedmont beats Kennedy, 27-8

Highlanders poised to claim playoff berth.
Schools
November 4, 2025

Grade-level challenge heats up in the Giving Campaign

Third grade families are leading the pack at the moment.
Around Town
November 4, 2025

Sunday, Nov. 16: Find your new passion at the Piedmont Adult Recreation Expo

Explore the wealth of recreational, cultural, educational, and civic activity opportunities our small city has to offer.
Around Town
October 31, 2025

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.
  • California voters approve Prop. 50, redrawing congressional maps to favor Democrats

    The Associated Press called the race shortly after polls closed at 8 p.m.

  • The Blotter | Two stolen vehicles recovered in Piedmont

    Honda Accord, CRV found on same day.

  • Scouting for Food starts Nov. 15

    The 41st annual food drive by the Piedmont Council's Scouting America is more important than ever.

  • 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.

Health + Science + Environment

  • Wind, rain and king tides: Bay Area bracing for first atmospheric river storm of season
  • State of the estuary: Environmentalists turn to creative thinking to save San Francisco Bay
  • Covered California enrollment opens amid uncertainty over federal tax credits
  • ‘Emerging threat’: An invasive species is upending life in the Delta, with no help on the way

LIFESTYLE

  • The Dish | Pumpkin Custard
  • Holiday craft fair Nov. 30
  • Movies: Arab film fest, Doc Stories, ‘There Was, There Was Not,’ ‘Christy’  
  • Review: ‘Stereophonic’ goes behind the scenes with 1970s rockers at work and at odds
  • Bay City Books: New books from local authors—November 2025 
  • Best Bets: Wake the Dead, Cathedral silent flicks, ‘Robot Monster,’ SF Symphony Dia de los Muertes concert, Beethoven and Falla 
  • November 2025 author events: Ann Packer, Vanessa Chang, Bruce Henderson, SE Quinn, Lillian Zhang, and more
  • Review: San Francisco Opera’s new ‘Parsifal’ a standout on all levels  

AROUND TOWN

  • Scouting for Food starts Nov. 15

    The 41st annual food drive by the Piedmont Council's Scouting America is more important than ever.

  • Who’s that Good Dog?

    Once from the Show-Me State, Zeus is now attached to outings in the Golden State.

  • PEBCC Candlelight Concert set for Dec. 6

    The annual Piedmont East Bay Children's Choir holiday concert will feature winter favorites from around the globe.

  • DBFL holds Annual Ski Sale on Saturday, Nov. 15

    Don't miss this once-a-year giant outdoor sale of gently used ski and snowboarding jackets, bibs, pants, and accessories for the whole family.

  • ‘Pickin’ with Rick’ with with Jules Leyhe set for Tuesday, Nov 11

    Don't miss guitar fun with Rick Schiller -- joined by slide guitar ace Jules Leyhe, at the Piedmont Rec Dept on Hillside.

  • Photos | 13th Annual Artisanal Piedmont Beer Festival

    Pilsners, porters, pale ales and more: PCA fundraiser draws a crowd.

  • Commentary | ‘Think Hopeful, Act Local’

    Piedmont resident Lynne Bosche spotlights Blue Heart, a pooled fund for giving grants to help local communities.

  • LWV of Piedmont Dec. 5 holiday lunch features “The Enemies Project: Finding Connection in a Time of Division”

    Founder of mediation law practice 'Through Understanding' Larry Rosen invites us to reconsider how we relate to one another.

  • Tickets now available for the 2025 Black & White Holly Ball Gala

    The annual black-tie event benefiting cancer research takes place on Friday, December 5 at the Claremont Country Club.

  • Turkey Trot x DBFL = natural partnership

    Donate gently worn items during the Turkey Trot bib pick-up on Wednesday, November 26 from 3-6pm.

  • Obituary | Maria Carson-Breber, 1964-2025

    In addition to a lifetime of accomplishments, Maria is remembered by her family as a bright light who could turn strangers into friends.

CITY NEWS

  • California voters approve Prop. 50, redrawing congressional maps to favor Democrats

    The Associated Press called the race shortly after polls closed at 8 p.m.

  • Berkeley City Council votes to encrypt police radio communications, drawing public outcry

    Law enforcement agencies across the state are moving to restrict public access to dispatch transmissions to comply with a memo issued by Attorney General Rob Bonta in 2020.

  • 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.

  • Photos | Tot Lot play structures take form

    Barring rain delays, the new Linda Beach play area should open sometime in November, the city says.

  • The Blotter | Driver arrested on suspicion of DUI

    Incident happened late on Highland Avenue; also: stolen vehicles; home break-in; and a leash-law scofflaw with errant dogs at Bear Park.

  • In the News | Piedmont vice mayor joins meeting of local mayors to discuss impact of government shutdown

    Conna McCarthy joined mayors from other East Bay cities including Oakland, Berkeley, Alameda, San Leandro, Emeryville, and Albany.

  • 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.

  • Save the date: City of Piedmont Adult Recreation Expo set for Nov. 16

    The second annual event is a great place to sign up for classes or learn more about city offerings.

  • Limited-time discounts on rooftop solar and battery storage

    City of Piedmont partners with SunShares to help residents transition to clean energy: info session upcoming on November 6.

SCHOOLS

  • PUSD poised to add Latin to elementary school curriculum

    Plus: French, Spanish and Mandarin added to sixth grade elective wheel pending Board approval on November 12.

  • Grade-level challenge heats up in the Giving Campaign

    Third grade families are leading the pack at the moment.

  • PHS Advanced Acting Class performs comedy ‘Noises Off’ Nov. 13-16

    Four-time nominee for best play is considered one of the best farces ever written.

  • Protecting Jewish students or chilling speech? Inside California’s ‘hardest’ fight over antisemitism

    American Arab group is challenging the new law, arguing it violates their free speech rights.

  • Purple signs, strong schools: How lawn signs became a symbol of community in Piedmont

    Donate by November 1 to join this celebration of community and to show your support of the Piedmont schools.

  • Piedmont Education Foundation welcomes new social media interns

    PHS students bring creativity and energy to PEF's presence on Instagram, TikTok, and Facebook.

  • School community divided over addition of more advanced courses to HS curriculum

    Effort to offer more options for humanities bumps up against larger AP debate.

SPORTS

  • Football | Piedmont beats Kennedy, 27-8

    Highlanders poised to claim playoff berth.

  • Girls tennis | Piedmont takes two in big week

    Highlanders roll through WACC

  • Football | Piedmont outlasts Washington

    Highlanders with big comeback win

  • Cross country | Piedmont tunes up at Haystack

    Team readying for WACC, NCS

  • 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

  • Local teens kick off community impact at Oakland Roots Youth Soccer Night

    The Next Gen Soccer is a non-profit started by Piedmont High School students.

  • PMS 8th grade girls volleyball places 2nd in East Bay tourney

    Team completed the regular season undefeated.

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  • 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
  • Obituary | Tom Bjornson, 1945 – 2025
  • Obituary | David Norman Lillevand, Jr., 1937-2025
  • The city’s first Black family was being chased out in 1924. Now they are being memorialized
  • Who’s YOUR Good Dog?

LIFESTYLE | RECIPES

  • 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
  • The Dish | Brownie Pudding
  • Piedmont Profile | PHS grad with restaurant roots helps launch NYC eatery

REAL ESTATE

  • A New Perspective: Superman | Real Estate Insights
  • 121 Scenic Avenue, Piedmont
  • 108 Hillside Avenue, Piedmont
  • 45 Glen Alpine Road, Piedmont
  • Local with Lisa | Meet your new Piedmont neighbors
  • October 6, 2025 | Home sales report for Piedmont

OPINION

  • 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
  • Letter to the Editor | Moraga Canyon development will hinder emergency evacuations in the area
  • Letter to the Editor | Questions, concerns about Moraga Canyon housing development

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CALIFORNIA

  • As food banks struggle to meet demand, ‘wasted’ food is filling the gap — for now

    Senate Bill 1383, signed by former Gov. Jerry Brown, requires businesses to donate surplus food or face possible fines.

  • Alameda County pledges help for families hit by food benefits freeze: ‘We have your back’

    The Alameda County Community Food Bank is partnering with the county to ensure distribution and access to as many as people as possible.

  • Alex Padilla, a favorite to succeed Gavin Newsom, won’t run for California governor

    The crowded Democratic field still includes prominent names like former U.S. Rep. Katie Porter, and former Health and Human Services Secretary Xavier Becerra.

  • How UC Berkeley is preparing for Turning Point’s final tour stop after Charlie Kirk’s death

    The Berkeley stop will be the organization's first event at a California college campus since Kirk was fatally shot in Sept.

  • East Bay principal resigns after probe finds he used Grindr to pursue sex with student

    Suspect has said his identity was stolen and denies owning the account.

  • A toast to poor decisions: Palo Alto burglary suspect caught sipping wine at victim’s table

    Nabbed in the act of imbibing.

  • Dueling demonstrators gather at Oakland City Hall over license plate reader cameras

    OPD wants to expand its surveillance by adding more cameras of its own and by integrating cameras owned by private businesses.

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