Volunteers Sought For Planting & Cleanup At Albany Bulb

Lend a hand: The event begins Saturday at 9 a.m. sharp!

Albany's Sandbag Filling Assistance Days

As a courtesy during the rainy season, supplies for sandbags are available free of charge.

Holiday Tree Lightings, Parades & More 2019: Albany & East Bay

Your guide to Christmas concerts, Nutcrackers, Hanukkah menorah lightings, Santa breakfasts, ice rinks & other events throughout the region.

Albany's Electronics Recycling

During the holiday season, there is a spike in the number of electronic devices bought and sold…and improperly discarded.

Saint Mary's Fall Concert November 14 & Semien MVP Finalist

Come visit historic Peralta Park and enjoy great music. Congrats to Saint Mary's own Marcus Semien, A's Shortstop.

Saint Mary's High Admissions Open House is December 8

Come tour the historic Peralta Park Campus and learn about our 156-year old school.

Your Drinking Water Is Safe: Letter To The Editor

The general managers of two East Bay water districts offer reassurance to Albany residents.

Albany Seeks Short Term Rental Taxes From Hosts

The tax is already on the books and the City wants its money. The Finance Department is offering a grace period before assessing penalties.

What's Happening at Saint Mary's?

Fall fun, service projects, pumpkin carving, concerts, final exams, Open House, and more.

Albany Not Impacted By Power Shutoff

The city reminds residents that more people may come into Albany to eat at restaurants and shop because of outages elsewhere.

Cancer-Linked Contaminant Found In Albany's Drinking Water

A new study found drinking water is often less safe than what the federal government may deem legal.

Unity Day: What It Is, How To Participate In Albany

Unity Day, a nationwide event to stand up against bullying, is October 23. Here's how to participate.

Albany's City Council Meeting Summary, October 21, 2019

The following provides a summary of actions taken by the City Council as a part of the special and regular meetings on October 21, 2019.

Albany Police Department Reports Break-ins

Vehicle break-ins continue to be problematic in the Bay Area.

Albany Power Outage: PG&E Delays Shutoff

The outage has been delayed by PG&E.

Saint Mary's Presents "While the Lights Were Out"

No, not power outages, just a hilarious murder mystery in time for Halloween.

Albany City Council Meeting Summary: October 7

The Council presented Fire Prevention Week proclamation to Albany Fire Department.

Halloween Event Guide 2019: Albany, East Bay

Find corn mazes, Day of the Dead and fall fests, costume parades, trick-or-treat carnivals and haunted houses in your town and nearby.

Tips For Observing Albany's Walk To School Day On Wednesday

On Wednesday, Oct. 2, students across Albany will take part in International Walk & Roll to School Day. Here's some safety tips.

Saint Mary’s High Admissions Coffees

Come visit the campus and learn about Saint Mary’s.

Saint Mary's High Reunions and Homecoming

1974, 1979, 1989, 2008, and 2009 Reunions and Panther Homecoming!

Toxic Soil Removal Begins In Emeryville

Homes will be built on the former paint factory site.

Caterpillar On Dill: Photo Of The Day

Patch loves photos! Share your photos with Patch and your work could be featured.

Mountain Lion Spotted On Hiking Trail

If you encounter a mountain lion —​ don't run! The big cat will think you are prey. Safety tips.....

Scuba Divers: Shellfish Sport Fishing OK'd In 2 Counties

You can head out this weekend to collect scallops and all clams.

Emergency Communications In Albany Tested Over The Weekend

Ham radio operators step in during disasters. The 1989 Loma Prieta earthquake, 1991 Tunnel Fire --they aided communication.

Albany July 4th Guide To Fireworks, Parades & More 2019

Your complete listings of times and locations to Independence Day fun and activities going on in Albany and throughout the East Bay.

Celebration of Old Roses In Albany This Sunday

Free admission. A free rose bush will be given to children. There will be a 100-foot display of heritage roses.

Here’s How Dirty Alameda County's Air Really Is

The American Lung Association has released its annual “State of the Air” report. See what they found for Alameda County.

Free Compost Giveaway In Albany

Mark your calendar, gardeners! Two free bags per household.

Easter Egg Hunts & Bunny Brunches: Albany, East Bay 2019 Guide

The holiday is nearing, and spring festivities are underway in East Bay area. See what's going on near you, and get hoppin' on your plans!

Free Pancake Day; St Patrick's Shenanigans; Crab Feed

See what's happening in the Albany area this week.

Albany Earns Top 5 Ranking For Best CA Suburbs

A new set of rankings from the website Niche names the best places to live in 2019.

Rose In The Rain: Photo Of The Day

Patch loves photos! Share your photos with Patch and your work could be featured.

45 East Bay Priests Accused Of Child Sexual Abuse

The list was released by the Diocese of Oakland, which includes 500,000 Catholics in Alameda and Contra Costa counties.

Nominations Due This Week For Women's Hall of Fame

The Alameda County Women's Hall of Fame is seeking nominations for accomplished women from multiple walks of life.

Albany Hill Cleanup, Planting Planned This Month

Mark your calendar for Jan. 26.

Crab Feeds 2019: Albany & East Bay

Your town-by-town guide to these seasonal, all-you-can-eat extravaganzas.

Lotto Ticket Worth $38,473 Sold In The East Bay

Someone is going to have a nice holiday!

Holiday Event Guide: Albany & East Bay 2018

When & where to find Christmas tree & menorah lightings, Nutcrackers, Santa breakfasts, parades, concerts, pop-up ice rinks and more ...