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Thursday May 7th Patch AM (Patch graphic)

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In today's newsletter:

  • Road rage knife attack in Alameda ends with two drivers cited
  • Alameda Hospital earns top safety grade and national recognition
  • How AUSD’s new SPED plans and budget talks could affect your school

Also on today's calendar: Water Ceremony and 9 more events.

Today's riddle: Why can't you play cards with pirates ? 🤔 (Answer below!)


Weather forecast:

  • Thursday: Low clouds, then sun, with a high of 67 and low of 53 degrees.
  • Friday: Clouds giving way to sun, temps: high: 68, low: 56.
  • Saturday: Mostly sunny and pleasant, with a high of 70 and low of 54 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

1. Driver Accused Of Slashing Car Tires During Road Rage Incident In Alameda (patch.com) — Alameda police arrested a driver accused of slashing another motorist’s tires with a knife during a road rage confrontation near Broadway and Otis Drive, then tracking the suspect to Hibbard Street. Both drivers now face charges, and police say this is one of several recent road rage cases, urging Alameda residents to avoid confrontations and call authorities instead.    

2. Alameda Hospital Recieves 'A' Safety Grade From Watchdog Group (patch.com) — Alameda Hospital has earned an upgraded A safety grade from The Leapfrog Group, highlighting strong performance in areas like nursing care, billing ethics and medication safety, while still working on informed consent and health equity. Local leaders say the recognition reflects staff dedication, and it comes as Alameda Hospital’s skilled nursing facilities also gain national honors and California ranks highly for A-rated hospitals.    

3. AUSD Board Spotlights SPED Inclusion, Details Budget Assumptions (alamedapost.com) — Alameda families can expect more inclusive special education programs and important budget decisions as AUSD refines SPED inclusion efforts at Paden and Lincoln while beginning a five-part process to shape the 2026–27 budget. Trustees also backed sustainable funding for school-based health centers and honored the Alameda Education Foundation’s work for local students.    

4. AUSD Celebrates Upcoming Facility Openings (alamedapost.com) — Major upgrades are coming to Alameda schools, with Kofman Auditorium’s ribbon-cutting on May 22, a brand-new Wood Middle School campus opening in August, and a rebuilt Alameda High School swim center expected by October. Funded by Measures I and B, these projects will add modern classrooms, improved performance and athletic facilities, and new playground and community amenities across the island.    

5. Pleasanton City Manager Beaudin hired as Alameda's new top executive (pleasantonweekly.com) — Alameda has officially hired Pleasanton City Manager Gerry Beaudin as its new city manager, with the council unanimously approving his contract and adjusting some benefits. He’ll leave Pleasanton in early June and step into permanent leadership after months of interim management and a detailed recruitment process.    


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What your neighbors are talking about on social media

  • I was hit by a car at the intersection of Taylor and Webster by an suv while I was riding my bike yesterday.
    If you or anyone you know witnessed the ordeal please contact me. (Nextdoor Central Alameda)
  • City of Alameda, CA posted a job opening for 2026 Summer Recreation Leader in Alameda. Apply here.
  • Path Arc posted a job opening for Customer Service (remote work ) in Alameda. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Alameda here.

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P.S. The answer to today's riddle: Because they are always sitting on the deck ? (Thank you Gary M. for sending it in!)Got a good riddle for PatchAM? Submit it here!


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