Alameda mayor: Island’s library branches in good hands with new chief
There are so many reasons to celebrate the Alameda Free Library system, starting with our new library director,…
Alameda mayor: Remember that gas-powered yard equipment banned in town
It’s summertime, when our glorious weather provides the opportunity for yard work and gardening. Here are some tips…
Alameda mayor: Find ‘pure, unfiltered joy’ this July Fourth, every day
From the New York Knicks winning their first NBA championship in 53 years and the exuberant celebrations that…
Alameda mayor: Climate Protection Award won for decarbonization plan
Good news for Alameda! At this week’s 94th Annual Meeting of the U.S. Conference of Mayors in Long…
Emulate California Coastal Commission’s 50-year legacy
Don’t miss the stunning photographic exhibit “Ocean Photographer of the Year” that opened recently in Hangar 41 at…
Wonderful things happening at Island’s library branches
Recently, I was invited for Women’s History Month to be a guest reader at Alameda’s Bay Farm and…
City’s work to make roads safer for all users pays off
You may have noticed recent transportation and safety improvements on local streets, including the Central Avenue Safety Improvements…
City joins others suing feds over immigration crackdown
I wrote this article on a flight from cold, snowy Washington, D.C., as I returned from the annual…
City fighting cancellation of VA clinic, columbarium
2025 was a tumultuous year that tested our resolve — from federal funding cuts to local road safety…
Shop local and know how to help others for the holidays
Our local small businesses contribute to Alameda’s unique, charming character. We are fortunate to have not one but…
Reminders after big news that came to our little island
I prefer to stay out of the news, but sometimes the news comes to us. For example, last…