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A weekly ten-minute roundup of news and information for the city of Alameda, CA. Hosted by Scott Piehler. Visit AlamedaPost.com/podcast for more!
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In Episode 96, Scott Piehler's topics include: The Alameda Unified School District Board of Education reaches a tentative agreement with the teachers union, and deals with a full slate of topics. New leaders for the Hornets and for the Hornet. From Berkeley to Alameda, a pilgrimage for peace. Whether it’s the seed of an idea, or actual seeds, the Library has you covered. The annual Peeps diorama contest is back. The Rotary Club lobster dinner is a hit, and hibernation is over. Time to lace ‘em up for racing season. Plus, weekend events.Support the show• AlamedaPost.com • Podcast • Events • Contact •• Facebook • Instagram • Threads • BlueSky • Reddit • Mastodon • NextDoor • YouTube • Apple News •
In Episode 95, Scott Piehler's topics include: The city council clarifies rent law enforcement, lends a hand to Faction brewing,  delays the lease for Gold Bar Spirits, and signs off on De-Pave Park. Primary election results are just about final. Alameda Fire Department report on their busiest year ever. The Oakland Roots start the season with a win and a draw. Some good news weather and water-wise. The Hornet prepares to honor Vietnam veterans. And it’s time to pay a call on The Addams Family.  Plus, weekend events. Support the show• AlamedaPost.com • Podcast • Events • Contact •• Facebook • Instagram • Threads • BlueSky • Reddit • Mastodon • NextDoor • YouTube • Apple News •
In Episode 94, Scott Piehler's topics include: De-Pave park takes another step forward. APD turns a sideshow into a no show. Ballots are still being counted. The county records its first positive West Nile test of the season. CarrierCon is a hit. The City Council will consider a ban on animal testing. And now you can get the Alameda Post with just one touch. Plus weekend events.Support the show• AlamedaPost.com • Podcast • Events • Contact •• Facebook • Instagram • Threads • BlueSky • Reddit • Mastodon • NextDoor • YouTube • Apple News •
In Episode 93, Scott Piehler's topics include: The City Council has good news for the Alameda Food Bank and an area distiller. The California Primary is over. APD releases January’s crime statistics, and recovers eight truckloads of stolen goods. A look back at the State of The City address. A bureaucratic snafu is hampering the redevelopment of Alameda Point.  A fond farewell to a beloved Alameda artist. Sincere thanks to some good Samaritans, and get ready to Spring forward. Plus, weekend events.Support the show• AlamedaPost.com • Podcast • Events • Contact •• Facebook • Instagram • Threads • BlueSky • Reddit • Mastodon • NextDoor • YouTube • Apple News •
In Episode 92, Scott Piehler's topics include: The annual State of the City address took place this week. The Planning Board reviews 2023, and looks ahead to 2024. Despite increased spending, homeless numbers continue to rise. Some updated election information. A new restaurant opens as Alameda Restaurant Week arrives. You might notice a few more trees around Leydecker park, and the San Francisco Opera is headed to Alameda for a do-over. Plus weekend events.Support the show• AlamedaPost.com • Podcast • Events • Contact •• Facebook • Instagram • Threads • BlueSky • Reddit • Mastodon • NextDoor • YouTube • Apple News •
In Episode 91, Scott Piehler's topics include: The City Council votes to fundamentally change the Open Government Commission.  Meet the candidates, and learn about the only statewide proposition on the primary ballot. The Alameda Police Department addresses the issue of automotive sideshows. Bay Farm parents take steps to make school safer. South Shore loses a tenant, and two big names are headed to the USS Hornet.  Plus, weekend events. These stories and more on this episode of the Alameda PostCast. Support the show• AlamedaPost.com • Podcast • Events • Contact •• Facebook • Instagram • Threads • BlueSky • Reddit • Mastodon • NextDoor • YouTube • Apple News •
In Episode 90, Scott Piehler's topics include: A historic building burns near Jean Sweeney Park. Alameda debates the future of the Open Government Commission. The Planning Board has been busy. The School Board provides an update. Get to know your District Seven Senate Candidates. The Alameda International Film Festival gets animated, and the Alameda Animal Shelter needs your help to restock their food pantry. Plus weekend events. Support the show• AlamedaPost.com • Podcast • Events • Contact •• Facebook • Instagram • Threads • BlueSky • Reddit • Mastodon • NextDoor • YouTube • Apple News •
In Episode 89, Scott Piehler's topics include: Alameda and Oakland look to the Feds for assistance in dealing with issues concerning flooding and the estuary. The recent storms kept Alameda’s first responders busy. A new hotel is coming to Bay Farm. AC Transit hits pause on their Realign project. Our feathered friends had a mixed 2023. And a look at some local wine bargains. Plus, weekend events of interest, and recipes to make your weekend party super. Support the show• AlamedaPost.com • Podcast • Events • Contact •• Facebook • Instagram • Threads • BlueSky • Reddit • Mastodon • NextDoor • YouTube • Apple News •
In Episode 88, Scott Piehler's topics include: Alameda Point loses a tenant, but keeps the sideshows. The race to fill the senate seat of the late Dianne Feinstein has a clear leader in fundraising. Wrestling returns to Alameda High after 40 years. Between rain, tides, and pipelines, water’s in the news. We’ll take a look at APD’s crime statistics, and our island brewers prepare for San Francisco Beer Week. Plus upcoming events.Support the show• AlamedaPost.com • Podcast • Events • Contact •• Facebook • Instagram • Threads • BlueSky • Reddit • Mastodon • NextDoor • YouTube • Apple News •
In Episode 87, Scott Piehler's topics include: The Planning Board addresses the subject of subdivisions. Covid and schools: a new partner in the battle, and some policy changes. AUSD gets budget relief for the upcoming year.  Arts funding is available at the city and county level. Congratulations to Alameda’s Cooper Teare for another big victory. Saltbreaker restaurant catches the attention of the New York Times. A correction to last week’s story about pinball at Almanac Beer Company, and starting this weekend, we'll be profiling the Pet of the Week thanks to FAAS. Plus weekend events of interest.Support the show• AlamedaPost.com • Podcast • Events • Contact •• Facebook • Instagram • Threads • BlueSky • Reddit • Mastodon • NextDoor • YouTube • Apple News •
In Episode 86, Scott Piehler's topics include: Rain in the forecast for the next few days. The City Council looks to clarify Alameda Point usage, and approves a final design for the new swim center. Count on the Post to keep you informed this election season. It’s not too early to start thinking about your taxes. Your morning ferry ride just added a new perk. Our Walking History tours have been scheduled for 2024, and you can’t spell pinball without IPA.  Plus weekend events of interest. Support the show• AlamedaPost.com • Podcast • Events • Contact •• Facebook • Instagram • Threads • BlueSky • Reddit • Mastodon • NextDoor • YouTube • Apple News •
In Episode 85, Scott Piehler's topics include:  an early look at what you can expect on the March primary ballot, some of which is directly related to the state’s budget shortfall. Improvements are coming to Ralph Appezzato Parkway.  Covid numbers are up, and we’ve got a guide to where to get your booster. The demolition of Lum School has begun in earnest. The Kiwanis Chili cookoff is back after taking the last few years off, and Alameda is proudly going to the dogs.  Plus, weekend events of interest.Support the show• AlamedaPost.com • Podcast • Events • Contact •• Facebook • Instagram • Threads • BlueSky • Reddit • Mastodon • NextDoor • YouTube • Apple News •
In Episode 84, Scott Piehler's topics include: Pubic comment at the City Council meeting goes until 1 a.m. Alameda Fire Department rescues rescues a sinking sailor. The Alameda Police Department releases crime statistics for November, and the news is mostly positive. The doors to The Main Street Ferry Terminal reopen, while the doors to Pagano’s Central location prepare to close. And a look at some new laws that take effect in 2024.  Plus weekend events of interest.Support the show• AlamedaPost.com • Podcast • Events • Contact •• Facebook • Instagram • Threads • BlueSky • Reddit • Mastodon • NextDoor • YouTube • Apple News •
On this special edition of the Alameda PostCast, host Scott Piehler says thank you to our listeners while recapping some of the milestones reached as the PostCast heads into its third year.Support the show• AlamedaPost.com • Podcast • Events • Contact •• Facebook • Instagram • Threads • BlueSky • Reddit • Mastodon • NextDoor • YouTube • Apple News •
The final City Council meeting of 2023 was a busy one. The Main Street Ferry Terminal is set to reopen. Our own Julia Park Tracey receives a national honor. Gil Michaels takes us on a gastronomic trip around the island, while Steve Gorman takes us down the road. Don't miss your last chance to catch Santa at Christmas Tree Lane. Plus events of interest, and ways to help out the community this season.Support the show• AlamedaPost.com • Podcast • Events • Contact •• Facebook • Instagram • Threads • BlueSky • Reddit • Mastodon • NextDoor • YouTube • Apple News •
In Episode 82, Scott Piehler's topics include: The City reaches a settlement in the Mario Gonzalez case. The Alameda Warming shelter is open, and this year the site will rotate between three locations. AUSD fills a board vacancy with a familiar name, and prepares for full-time kindergarten next year. The Planning Board says yes to more pickleball. The Alameda Food Bank is prepping for a new space. And a big thank you from The Alameda Post to our local Rotarians. Plus weekend events of interest.Support the show• AlamedaPost.com • Podcast • Events • Contact •• Facebook • Instagram • Threads • BlueSky • Reddit • Mastodon • NextDoor • YouTube • Apple News •
In Episode 81, Scott Piehler's topics include: The City Council discusses the proposed Oakland Harbor Turning Basin Widening Project, and the Capital Improvement Program. The Alameda Post is among those testifying before the California Senate Judiciary Committee on the importance of journalism in the digital age. Alameda Unified School District looks to fill a vacancy. The Alameda Library is looking to add tools to their offerings. One of our Bald Eagles is back. Upcoming holiday offerings include Alameda Sings and Santa on the USS Hornet. Plus, a movie recommendation for a monstrously good time. Also, weekend events of interest.Support the show• AlamedaPost.com • Podcast • Events • Contact •• Facebook • Instagram • Threads • BlueSky • Reddit • Mastodon • NextDoor • YouTube • Apple News •
In Episode 80, Scott Piehler's topics include: The Ferry wins a major grant to assist with electrification. The US District Court upholds Alameda’s rent control for Barnhill Marina. Alameda PD releases October’s crime statistics. City council approves renovations to the Veteran’s Memorial Building. Look for a parcel tax renewal on the ballot in March. The city is looking for your input on the next phase of Estuary Park and Fernside boulevard improvements.  The Post heads to UCLA to address the California Senate, and a young local filmmaker finds success with her first project. Plus a hidden area gem, and weekend events of interest. Support the show• AlamedaPost.com • Podcast • Events • Contact •• Facebook • Instagram • Threads • BlueSky • Reddit • Mastodon • NextDoor • YouTube • Apple News •
Scott Piehler is off this week, but will return next Friday, December 1st with Episode 80 of the Alameda PostCast.Support the show• AlamedaPost.com • Podcast • Events • Contact •• Facebook • Instagram • Threads • BlueSky • Reddit • Mastodon • NextDoor • YouTube • Apple News •
In Episode 79, Scott Piehler's topics include: The Alameda Food Bank gets the go-ahead for their future location, and welcomes a major donation from Alameda Scouts. Dignity Village provides a 6-month update. Alameda Municipal Power introduces a program aimed at installing chargers in multifamily dwellings. FAAS makes it easier to adopt your new best friend. With the holidays approaching, The Tap Dancing Christmas Trees are busy. Getting to Jack London Square is going to get a lot easier in 2024. Plus holiday and weekend events of interest.Support the show• AlamedaPost.com • Podcast • Events • Contact •• Facebook • Instagram • Threads • BlueSky • Reddit • Mastodon • NextDoor • YouTube • Apple News •
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