Alameda PostCast

In Episode 227, Scott Piehler's topics include: The new city government coming into focus . A Planning Board preview. Netflix invades the island . The state delays water heater rules. Weekend detours . A drop in homelessness . Halloween’s in the books, and we’ve got the numbers and the dogs . Events for your weekend . And an Alameda favorite expands their hours.  Support the show • AlamedaPos...

In Episode 226, Scott Piehler's topics include: High tides, a flood warning , and avian flu . The Planning Board addresses vacant storefronts. City Council to consider the Roots soccer proposal . Alameda gets a public safety funding boost. APD arrests a suspicious driver . The latest real estate sales . A raccoon’s misadventure ends well . And a hungry film crew benefits a local business.  Su...

In Episode 225, Scott Piehler's topics include: City Council addresses pedestrian and traffic safety . National recognition for Almanac and Encinal . Otis Elementary teaches edible learning . No Kings focuses on getting the vote out . Alameduh Zine gets ready to party . Plus events for your weekend .   Support the show • AlamedaPost.com • Podcast • Events • Contact • • Facebook •  Instagram •...

In Episode 224, Scott Piehler's topics include: Who’s funding Alameda Mayoral campaigns ? The Planning Board gets an earful from Gibbons Drive residents. The City Council to address the Pacific/Wilma Chan intersection . Congratulations to Almanac. The Hornet gets some spooky bonafides . The latest real estate sales , and events for your weekend .  Support the show • AlamedaPost.com • Podcast...

In Episode 223, Scott Piehler's topics include: An apartment fire leads to an arson arrest. City Council takes stand on immigration enforcement. The Planning Board to address sweetgum trees . Changes coming to the ferry schedule . Another No Kings rally on tap. Weekend events , and get ready for the annual Firefighter’s Pumpkin Giveaway.  Support the show • AlamedaPost.com • Podcast • Events...

In Episode 222, Scott Piehler's topics include: Alameda’s loss is also the brewing industry’s loss . The City Council set to review guaranteed income . The Tilden/Blanding/Fernside roundabout is open. College of Alameda is looking for a new president. Portola comes and goes. The latest real estate sales , and activities for your weekend .  Support the show • AlamedaPost.com • Podcast • Events...

In Episode 221, Scott Piehler's topics include: Alameda has a new Communications Manager . Election season heats up. Getting to the ferry gets cheaper , but the ferry may get pricier. Cleaning up the beach . And the first weekend of autumn features lots of events.  Support the show • AlamedaPost.com • Podcast • Events • Contact • • Facebook •  Instagram • Threads • BlueSky • Reddit • Mastodon...

In Episode 220, Scott Piehler's topics include: Fire destroys Building 78 at Alameda Point . Planning Board postponed. City Council tackles housing and more. Public transit in the news . Real estate sales . The Girl Scouts head to CHRS . Plus activities for your weekend , including a chance to tour the Alameda Food Bank . Support the show • AlamedaPost.com • Podcast • Events • Contact • • Fac...

In Episode 219, Scott Piehler's topics include: Bayview Drive backyards encroaching on public property . Previews for the Planning Board and City Council , plus a look at Council candidates . Porchfest is upon us.  Dogs and birds in the news, and weekend activities . Support the show • AlamedaPost.com • Podcast • Events • Contact • • Facebook •  Instagram • Threads • BlueSky • Reddit • Mastod...

In Episode 218, Scott Piehler's topics include: City Council gets back to work . An update on the Clement/Tilden project. Bay Farm restaurant troubles . A look at the mayoral candidates . Real estate, both commercial and residential . The Island Bowl is upon us. And events for your long weekend . Support the show • AlamedaPost.com • Podcast • Events • Contact • • Facebook •  Instagram • Threa...

In Episode 217, Scott Piehler's topics include: The Planning Board hears more about the proposed Oakland Roots relocation. Woodstock and the City Council get back to work. An update on Alameda Point cleanup.  Pipeline construction to affect residents. Animal Control to the rescue. News in the news , and events for your weekend .   Support the show • AlamedaPost.com • Podcast • Events • Contac...

In Episode 216, Scott Piehler's topics include: Felony charges in an armed robbery attempt at South Shore . Some consumer tech helps APD. Woodstock stays on the injured list. Otis School comes tumbling down. Help available to fix up your rental . The latest real estate sales . Alameda honors a great artist , and some upcoming events for your calendar.   Support the show • AlamedaPost.com • Po...

UPDATE: Since recording time, SF Bay Ferry has provided an update on the Oakland Alameda Water Shuttle. Service is now expected to return Friday, August 21st. In Episode 215 Scott Piehler's topics include: Woodstock remains on the injured list . The November ballot is finally set. More changes at City Hall . Could an AI data center set up shop at Alameda Point? APD busts an identity theft ope...

EDITOR'S NOTE 8/8/26: At recording time, SF Bay Ferry had expected to resume Oakland Alameda Water Shuttle (Woodstock) service on Friday 8/7. Friday afternoon, it was announced that service would be suspended until further notice, with their website stating no service through the weekend. In Episode 214, Scott Piehler's topics include: The November ballot is just about set. Changes at th...

In Episode 213, Scott Piehler's topics include: Safety improvements, and the money to pay for them . Wood Middle School is ready for its close up . Along the coast and across the estuary : boats in the news. Alameda says goodbye to a familiar name. Events for your weekend , including a rare look inside an Alameda treasure. An Alameda institution hits reality TV. A look at the best places to e...

In Episode 212, Scott Piehler's topics include: The City Council tackles bonds, bureaucracy, and bikes . The city launches a mobile legal clinic . A former AUSD custodian arrested . The latest real estate sales . Winners from the July 4th parade , and a great turnout for Radio Day By The Bay . Art & Wine Faire this weekend, and a look ahead to Blues, Brews, and BBQ .  Support the show • A...

In Episode 211, Scott Piehler's topics include: Busy times for the City Council and the Planning Board . A sunken ship finally being removed from the estuary. Alameda Brewing brings home the Gold. A bit of Hollywood here in Alameda . Burger King reopens. Plus something for everyone this weekend , including getting to know the Caroline of Caroline street .  Support the show • AlamedaPost.com •...

In Episode 210, Scott Piehler's topics include: An arrest in the June 11th beach takeover shooting . The Oakland soccer team pulls up roots . The annual Public Rights report . You can help tell Alameda’s story, both for people , and for birds . The latest real estate sales . Congratulations to 76 new citizens , and a look back at the July 4th parade . Activities for your weekend , including y...

In Episode 209, Scott Piehler's topics include: Busy times for our first responders . Whatever happened to the Grand Street/Shore Line restroom ? A no bid contract , and more at City Council . A Council hopeful ends his candidacy before it really starts. The big parade . Congratulations to three local museums, and one local golfer. Plus, a couple of hidden gems for you. Support the show • Ala...

In Episode 208, Scott Piehler's topics include: No answers in the dismissal of Coach Arnerich . The Planning Board discusses pro soccer on Bay Farm. An Alameda County grand jury examines Alameda’s emergency operations. An extended look at our local real estate market. Local rowers bring home the gold. West Nile is detected in Alameda County . Another great Sand Castle competition . Plus event...

In Episode 207, Scott Piehler's topics include: The City Council adopts a new plan . A shooting at Crown Beach . A Planning Board preview .  One of the world’s top sailors is headed to Alameda . A changing of the guard on Coast Guard Island. Beer downtown , and birds and bites at Alameda Point. Activities for your weekend , including ways to say “Thanks, Dad.”  Support the show • AlamedaPost....

In Episode 206, Scott Piehler's topics include: The Planning Board studies the next phase of development at Alameda Point . A preview of the next City Council meeting . The Corica Golf dispute is settled. EBMUD has an unexpected repair. Graduations in the news. A fish frenzy . APD looking to catch you in the act…of doing the right thing . The latest real estate sales , and events for your wee...

In Episode 205, Scott Piehler's topics include: T he City Council approves a parking plan for the Jean Sweeney aquatic center . The Planning Board prepares for one of their biggest challenges . The Primary may be over , but the tallying continues. Encinal Field gets a new name . Changes to schedules and fares at AC Transit . Alameda receives some welcome funding . And, with the end of the sch...

In Episode 204, Scott Piehler's topics include: The effect of inclusionary housing changes already being felt. The City Council returns to the subject of the Jean Sweeney Aquatic Center. The Naval Air Museum makes their case. Turkeys, E-bikes , and park entrances in the news. Congrats to our Special Olympians . The latest real estate sales . And, events for your weekend .  Support the show •...

In Episode 203, Scott Piehler's topics include: City Council makes some changes. Our representatives push for answers on the stalled VA project . Alameda reports a reduction in homelessness . A new curriculum for AUSD . The Naval Air Museum asks for your help. Events for your weekend , including Memorial Day at the USS Hornet.  Support the show • AlamedaPost.com • Podcast • Events • Contact •...