Summer Water Shuttle Canceled, Park / Webster Redesign Moves Forward

Summer Water Shuttle Canceled, Park / Webster Redesign Moves Forward

The Estuary Water Shuttle summertime pilot between West Alameda and Jack London Square has been cancelled after "a lack of clear communication," but the program will run in 2024. Ken Der also reports on proposed upgrades to Park and Webster streets following COVID-19 reorganizations.

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›› Ken Der,
May 26, 2023
The Estuary Water Shuttle summertime pilot between West Alameda and Jack London Square has been cancelled after "a lack of clear communication," but the program will run in 2024. Ken Der also reports on proposed upgrades to Park and Webster streets following COVID-19 reorganizations.
›› Karin K. Jensen,
May 26, 2023
The Planning Board approved the West Midway Development Plan, which includes 478 housing units to help Alameda meet requirements for affordable housing. Karin K. Jensen reports that the project will include 40 units for moderate income households at Alameda Point.
›› Post Staff Reporting,
May 25, 2023
Observe Memorial Day this Monday on the USS Hornet with music, inspiration, and a flyover. Alternatively, head over to Mountain View Cemetery for a special program, wreath ceremony, and tour with Dennis Evanosky.
›› Ken Der,
May 25, 2023
Local and transportation leaders came together to celebrate upgrades for four Gemini-class ferries that now have Tier 4 certified engines. Ken Der reports that the the vessels will now emit 85% fewer greenhouse gas emissions.

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9:00 am - 1:00 pm Alameda Farmer’s Market
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    ›› Post Staff Reporting,
    May 25, 2023
    The Alameda Chamber and Economic Alliance announced nominees in eight categories for 2023 Business Excellence Awards, to be awarded June 22. The Alameda Post has been nominated in the 'Best Community Partner' category.
    ›› Post Staff Reporting,
    May 25, 2023
    Where can you get a group exercise session that includes an expert-led history lesson for free? You can get that at Alameda Walks! Join ARPD and Alameda Post's Historian, Dennis Evanosky, for monthly walks through October.
    ›› Jeff Cambra,
    May 24, 2023
    Mouf celebrates Asian-Pacific Islander Heritage Month with a visit to the API festival Rhythmix held at Bohol Circle Immigrant Park, plus other island news in this week's Bear's-Eye View of Alameda.
    ›› Maurice Ramirez,
    May 23, 2023
    Rhythmix Cultural Works' API Festival held Saturday May 20 at Bohol Circle Immigrant Park was a dazzling array of dancers and musicians, sound and motion. Maurice Ramirez captured the colors and the participants from the afternoon.

    Alameda Opinions

    ›› Brice,
    May 25, 2023
    Goose just wants to get errands done, but Gosling is so hungry they have to stop everything for an unsatisfying meal in this installment of our weekly cartoon drawn by Alameda native, Brice.
    ›› Sarah Henry,
    May 20, 2023
    Thinking of a remodel to your home? Communications & Legislative Affairs Officer Sarah Henry shares five tips to keep in mind while working with Alameda's Permit Center so you can get construction underway.
    ›› Brice,
    May 18, 2023
    Goose's nephew is introduced, and he has a full schedule planned for the day despite being a young gosling in this installment of our weekly cartoon drawn by Alameda native, Brice.
    ›› Brice,
    May 11, 2023
    Seagull gets caught up with comparisons in this installment of our weekly cartoon drawn by Alameda native, Brice.

    Alameda History

    ›› Dennis Evanosky,
    May 24, 2023
    What happened to the historic event space called Harmonie Hall on Paru Street? Join award-winning historian Dennis Evanosky to learn about Determining Architectural Styles and The Mystery of Harmonie Hall.
    ›› Steve Gorman,
    May 18, 2023
    In this installment of Today's Alameda Treasure, Steve Gorman discusses how the Bruton Sisters contributed greatly to the arts of Alameda and the Bay Area, including works on the campus of UC Berkeley.
    ›› Steve Gorman,
    May 11, 2023
    Steve Gorman follows the the Bruton sisters to the Golden Gate International Exposition, where they were commissioned to make a giant 144 feet long by 57 feet high mural. The sisters worked for 9 long months and earned $430,000 in today's dollars for the project.
    ›› Steve Gorman,
    May 4, 2023
    Today's Alameda Treasure highlights the home of Irish immigrants Daniel and Helen Bruton. Steve Gorman tells the story of the family including the renowned artistic careers of all three daughters known collectively as the Bruton sisters.

    Alameda Automotive

    ›› John Berg,
    May 26, 2023
    John Berg shares photos of this magnificent 1931 Duesenberg Model J Beverly Sedan, which is part of the amazing Auburn Cord Duesenberg Automobile Museum in Indiana.
    ›› John Berg,
    April 21, 2023
    April 17 marked the 59th anniversary of the Ford Mustang's unveiling in the Ford Pavilion at the New York World’s Fair. John Berg highlights the historic day and what came to follow.
    ›› John Berg,
    April 21, 2023
    April's car of the month is the 1991 Chevrolet Camaro Z28. John Berg takes a look under the hood.
    ›› John Berg,
    March 20, 2023
    The electric Ford F-150 Lightning has some big shoes to fill. John Berg tests out the truck and gives his honest thoughts on if it can deliver on what Ford customers expect from an F-Series vehicle.