Planning Board Backs Downtown Zoning Overhaul, Advances Short-Term Rental Rules
On July 13, 2026, the Planning Board backed downtown zoning overhauls in hopes to reduce commercial vacancy on Webster and Park streets. Karin K. Jensen reports that the Board also reviewed a draft short-term rental ordinance, recommending several refinements before forwarding it to City Council.
Ninth Annual Blues, Brews & BBQ Returns to Alameda September 20
It’s back! The Blues, Brews & BBQ festival will return to Washington Park on Sunday, September 20, from noon to 6 p.m., with nationally acclaimed blues artists, local craft breweries, barbecue vendors, artisans, and hands-on activities for all ages. Photo by Maurice Ramirez.
Letters to the Editor for July 17, 2026
Math Puzzle for July 17, 2026
Alameda PostCast for July 17, 2026
‘The Depths of My Ocean’
All Around Alameda – Island Gems
Alameda News
Alameda Features
Math Puzzle for July 17, 2026
All Around Alameda – Island Gems
Saturday is Radio Day by the Bay
Healthy Alameda: Step Outside and Feel Better
Alameda Opinions
Letters to the Editor for July 17, 2026
Two Birds from Alameda – July 16, 2026
Letters to the Editor for July 10, 2026
Two Birds from Alameda – July 9, 2026
Alameda Arts
‘The Depths of My Ocean’
‘Lucky, Lucky People’ is the Perfect Alameda Summer Read
Alameda Free Library Launches First-Ever Book Con
Alameda History
A Stroll Around the Town of Encinal
High-Rollers Had Grand Designs for Park Street
Discover Old Town Alameda
Alameda Sports
Alameda Obituaries
Alameda PostCast
In Episode 211, Scott Piehler’s topics include: Busy times for City Council and Planning Board. A sunken ship finally being removed from the estuary. Alameda Brewing brings home the Gold. A bit of Hollywood in Alameda. Burger King reopens. Plus getting to know the Caroline of Caroline Street.
