Alameda PostCast

In Episode 156, Scott Piehler's topics include: Sinking ships and sick pets -bad news from the water. The District Attorney drops charges in the Radius Recycling Fire . The Planning Board addresses affordable housing . A look ahead to the next City Council meeting . Congratulations to our local Special Olympians . Alameda is one of the top Entrepreneurial cities in America. Plus weekend event...

In Episode 155, Scott Piehler's topics include: Alameda Police on the job , and at City Council . The Planning Board sets their budget . An apartment fire displaces residents. Added security for Ferry commuters . An unexpected change at the Coast Guard . Alameda Health System gets some good news . The latest real estate sales. Activities for your holiday weekend . Congratulations to a local h...

In Episode 154, Scott Piehler's topics include: EBMUD proposes rate hikes . A surf park for Alameda? More on Pacific Fusion . A preview of the next City Council meeting . The return of the terns . Events and activities to keep you busy . Congratulations to Alameda Brewing. And, get to know the people in your neighborhood . Support the show • AlamedaPost.com • Podcast • Events • Contact • • Fa...

In Episode 153, Scott Piehler's topics include: The CARE Team is renewed. The Planning Board and Nuclear Fusion . The Alameda Rent Program had a busy 2024. Real estate sales and rules . An honor for some local boaters . Another Post  story picked up by San Francisco media. Getting to WNBA games just got easier. New CHP cruisers might not catch your eye. Plus, activities for your Mother’s Day...

In Episode 152, Scott Piehler's topics include: The Planning Board grapples with short term rentals . The latest crime statistics . Tunnels and traffic . The car show that wasn’t . The Real ID Deadline is upon us. Canine helpers at Alameda Hospital. A preview of the next City Council meeting . Your chance for free ferry tickets . Weekend events , and get ready for some blustery weather.   Sup...

In Episode 151, Scott Piehler's topics include: A lawsuit dismissed . A sad sight on Easter Morning . Make your voice heard on transportation issues . From slow streets to Greenways . An F-18’s final journey . A potentially life-saving drug now available easily and affordably. APD welcomes a great bit of history. Weekend events . A Bay-area inspiration for runners of all ages. And a shoutout...

In Episode 150, Scott Piehler's topics include: A plea deal in a murder case from five years ago. A relatively uneventful city council meeting. Another prank call, another shelter in place order. Police and Fire equipment in the news. The latest Real Estate sales . No shortage of events to choose from . And relief from a long-running annoyance. Support the show • AlamedaPost.com • Podcast • E...

In Episode 149, Scott Piehler's topics include: APD busts a fencing ring . AUSD’s Teacher of the Year . A preview of the Planning Board and the City Council . The Hands Off Rally draws 1,000 protestors. Mayor Ashcraft named to the national Mayors Institute on Pedestrian Safety . A few changes to the ferry schedules . National Poetry Month . Altarena Playhouse is honored . And another Alameda...

In Episode 148, Scott Piehler's topics include: The City Council focuses on the business of business. A morbid discovery on Bay Farm Island. AUSD helping underrepresented students . More affordable housing opening at Linnet Corner . The latest real estate sales . Lots to see on stage , and right under your nose . Plus time to expand your horizons.   Support the show • AlamedaPost.com • Podcas...

In Episode 147, Scott Piehler's topics include: A busy day for our firefighters . The APD Auditor's report is in. A potential deficit in the city budget . An easy preview for upcoming City Council meetings . AUSD reacts to the potential closing of the Department of Education . Honoring and housing our veterans .  Openings and closings. Plus a look at upcoming events .  Support the show •...

In Episode 146, Scott Piehler's topics include: A marathon City Council meeting. Alameda and the airport come to an understanding . The city takes action against a landlord . Did you feel the earthquake ? The latest real estate sales. Spring musical season is upon us. Plenty to do this weekend . And a great way to reduce plastic waste!    Support the show • AlamedaPost.com • Podcast • Events...

In Episode 145, Scott Piehler's topics include: The latest crime statistics . A full agenda for the planning board . Is Alameda the strongest ? The annual bird count is in. GrannyCon descends upon the city. Restaurant Week is here. A major thank you to Post readers for your support of a worthy cause . And congratulations to a local favorite sports bar.  Support the show • AlamedaPost.com • Po...

In Episode 144, Scott Piehler's topics include: Red light cameras coming to Alameda . An update on the Climate Action and Resiliency Plan .  A fire at Otis and Park . The latest real estate sales . Whisk Cake Creations opens their new location.  Walking history tours are back. The Post brings you a new online game , and don’t forget the time change.   Support the show • AlamedaPost.com • Podc...

In Episode 143, Scott Piehler's topics include: The Planning Board addresses accessibility and reviews RESHAP. Mia Bonta unveils her legislative agenda . California looks to end the deny and delay insurance cycle. FAAS is  setting up shop , and offering help for grieving pet owners . Plant some trees , and a variety of events to choose from this weekend.  Support the show • AlamedaPost.com •...

In Episode 142, Scott Piehler's topics include: City Council approves the next step for Pacific Fusion. AUSD reviews bond expenditures . President’s Day protests . The Jordan Fam Fest . Latest real estate sales , and seven days isn’t enough to contain SF Beer Week .  Support the show • AlamedaPost.com • Podcast • Events • Contact • • Facebook •  Instagram • Threads • BlueSky • Reddit • Mastod...

In Episode 141, Scott Piehler's topics include: The Planning Board addresses short term rentals . Thieves hit a new low on Park Street . A sad update to last week’s Coast Guard story. Seaplane Lagoon hosts an old friend, and hits the million passenger mark. Birds on the beach . A dog rescue to warm your heart. Celebrating QTAC . Suggestions for your Valentine's Day weekend . And get read...

In Episode 140, Scott Piehler's topics include: City Council hears from APD , and renews the Urban Forest Plan. Credit card fraud uncovers additional crime . AC Transit unveils one new system , but battles bugs in another. An Alameda-based Coast Guard cutter in the news. The latest real estate sales . And FAAS gets snarky for Valentine’s day .    Support the show • AlamedaPost.com • Podcast •...

In Episode 139, Scott Piehler's topics include: The Planning Board discusses trees and inclusionary housing. Crime in the news . Busy times for the Fire Department . Dinner and a show . Indoor events as we prepare for another atmospheric river visit.  Support the show • AlamedaPost.com • Podcast • Events • Contact • • Facebook •  Instagram • Threads • BlueSky • Reddit • Mastodon • NextDoor •...

In Episode 138, Scott Piehler' topics include: City Council addresses sea level rise . Nuclear fusion coming to Alameda Point ? New road safety measures , but in the wake of an unfortunate accident . Voices are heard at Saturday’s People’s March . Books Inc. files for bankruptcy . A guide to activities this weekend , and a look at dim sum in Alameda .  Support the show • AlamedaPost.com • Pod...

In Episode 137, Scott Piehler's topics include: Multiple Alameda schools briefly under shelter in place Thursday. Alameda PD shares some success stories. Help animals affected by the LA fires . 89,000 square feet available on Alameda Point. AMP launches an app . A new pizzeria open for business. Great weekend events . And, we at the Post would like to take a moment to talk about facts .  Supp...

In Episode 136, Scott Piehler's topics include: Alameda firefighters head to Los Angeles . Smash and grab robberies vex Alameda businesses . From City Attorney to County DA ? The City Council takes up code enforcement . Ferry ridership is up . Alameda Hospital System recognized for excellent pediatric care . New year. New law. New lawsuit . And you can stream movies with your library card.  S...

In Episode 135, Scott Piehler's topics include: Alameda crime statistics for November. Dignity Commons accepting applications . The latest real estate sales. Mastick Senior Center looks to prevent potentially dangerous falls . The local dining scene gets respect from across the Bay. The Alameda connection currently streaming on Hulu. And new ideas for your New Year .   Support the show • Alam...

In Episode 134, Scott Piehler's topics include: A successful emergency landing at Alameda Point . The final charges are dropped in the Mario Gonzalez case. Cleanup from the last storm , as more wet weather heads our way. Good works from Encinal High , and the folks at Lucky 13. New laws to affect parking and workplace meetings. A look back at the year gone by , and events to kick off 2025 in...

In Episode 133, Scott Piehler's topics include: City Council swears in new members . The Planning Board reviews plans for Radium and Wind River . King tide impacts Alameda . Honors for a pair of local authors . San Francisco Bay Ferry notches another first . The latest real estate sales . Will we see cannabis cafes ?. Almanac revives an old favorite for a great cause. Still some great holiday...

In Episode 132, Scott Piehler's topics include: The Planning Board addresses the new aquatic center . The tsunami that wasn’t prompts a review of emergency procedures . The November election is certified . Alameda Unified looking for the Teacher of the Year . Beware of EBMUD impostors . The Lighted Yacht Parade has clear sailing. Great holiday events . And, The Post celebrates three years of...