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Albany Scanner @albanyscanner.bsky.social · 03/10/2026

Bon Marché Collective turns 2 with a secondhand market Saturday, featuring free clothing repairs, a community dye bath and homecoming dresses for Albany High students.

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Bon Marché celebrates 2 years of secondhand finds Saturday

Free clothing repairs, a community dye bath and a homecoming dress giveaway are coming to Solano Avenue on Oct. 3.

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Albany Scanner @albanyscanner.bsky.social · 30/09/2026

From Dolly Parton singalongs and Latin grooves to community song sessions, Chicano history and new memoirs, the East Bay’s arts calendar is packed this week. Here are a few concerts, performances, readings and gatherings worth adding to your calendar.

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The Culture Circuit, Oct. 1-6

This week's picks for live music, singalongs, film and author talks around the East Bay.

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Albany Scanner @albanyscanner.bsky.social · 28/09/2026

Albany voters will get a chance to hear from City Council and school board candidates in person at a League of Women Voters event Thursday, Oct. 1.

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Albany voters can meet the candidates at election forum

Residents will have a chance to ask questions. Registration is encouraged.

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Albany Scanner @albanyscanner.bsky.social · 25/09/2026

Albany residents are invited to spend tomorrow morning helping spruce up the edible garden at Memorial Park. Gloves, tools and equipment will be provided.

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Volunteers invited to clean Memorial Park edible garden

Gloves, tools and equipment will be provided for the 9-11 a.m. volunteer event.

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Albany Scanner @albanyscanner.bsky.social · 24/09/2026

Five candidates are vying for four Albany Board of Education seats in November. We asked why they are running, what they see as AUSD's biggest challenges and what they hope to accomplish.

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Election 2026: Who is running for Albany school board?

We posed a dozen questions to all five candidates.

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Albany Scanner @albanyscanner.bsky.social · 23/09/2026

A long-hidden photographic portrait of West Oakland steps into the spotlight, Albany student choirs take the stage, and adventurous musicians bring genre-bending sounds to East Bay venues.

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The Culture Circuit, Sept. 24-29

This week's picks from East Bay galleries, stages and creative spaces.

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Albany Scanner @albanyscanner.bsky.social · 21/09/2026

One of the area’s few pumpkin patches is back for fall, filling Westbrae Nursery with pumpkins and gourds while raising money for Cornell Elementary School.

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Westbrae pumpkin patch is back for Albany PTA fundraiser

Westbrae Nursery raises about $35,000 a year for Albany schools.

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Albany Scanner @albanyscanner.bsky.social · 18/09/2026

A man is facing robbery charges after grabbing a woman's purse on San Pablo Avenue in Albany on Wednesday night, records show.

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Man charged in Albany purse-snatch robbery outside bar

A reader alerted Albany Scanner after hearing calls for help.

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Albany Scanner @albanyscanner.bsky.social · 17/09/2026

Solano Stroll turned 50 this year, and Albany Scanner readers helped capture the sights, sounds and spirit of the milestone event. See the day through their lenses in our gallery, featuring reader-submitted photos alongside some of our own.

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Solano Stroll at 50: A day in pictures

Featured reader photos capture the longtime Albany and Berkeley street festival — and our editor's first Stroll.

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Albany Scanner @albanyscanner.bsky.social · 16/09/2026

From environmental storytelling and fall-equinox jazz to cartoonists, experimental rock and Black sonic traditions, there’s plenty to explore in this week’s arts roundup.

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The Culture Circuit, Sept. 17-22

What to do this week in Albany, Berkeley and around the East Bay.

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Albany Scanner @albanyscanner.bsky.social · 15/09/2026

An Albany landmark needs a little help. The Flowerland marquee, a Solano Avenue fixture for nearly 80 years, was recently taken down for restoration. Flowerland has launched a fundraiser to help bring the iconic sign back.

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After nearly 80 years, Flowerland marquee needs help

Restoring the marquee requires a new foundation, permits and earthquake upgrades. A community fundraiser is underway.

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Albany Scanner @albanyscanner.bsky.social · 14/09/2026

A reader question about whether something was amiss at a longtime Solano Avenue cafe led Albany Scanner to some unexpected news.

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Eunice Gourmet owner plans new Solano Avenue cafe

Albany's Eunice Gourmet Cafe has been a Solano Avenue fixture since 1998.

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Albany Scanner @albanyscanner.bsky.social · 10/09/2026

We’re 30% toward our $10K match. Every dollar gets us closer to Albany Scanner’s first full-time reporter — and every amount helps. Can you help us get there?

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We’re 30% toward our $10K match. Can you help?

Every amount helps: Give just what fits your budget.

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Albany Scanner @albanyscanner.bsky.social · 09/09/2026

Flock is out in Albany. The City Council rejected a new license plate camera contract Tuesday, effectively ending the city’s police camera program — aside from a pilot program for parking enforcement.

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Flock is out: Albany rejects license plate cameras

The new contract would have reduced the numbers of ALPR cameras in Albany. The existing contract with Flock Safety ends Friday.

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Albany Scanner @albanyscanner.bsky.social · 09/09/2026

Punk history, Appalachian fiddle tunes, soul, hip-hop and more: Here’s what’s happening around the East Bay this week.

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The Culture Circuit, Sept. 10-18

What to do this week in Albany, Berkeley and around the East Bay.

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Albany Scanner @albanyscanner.bsky.social · 05/09/2026

Albany school board candidates found common ground on AI and school facilities but differed on budget solutions at an election forum last week.

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Albany school board candidates weigh AI, school funding

Five candidates are vying for four open school board seats.

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Albany Scanner @albanyscanner.bsky.social · 04/09/2026

Police closed access to the Albany Bulb on Monday night while responding to a man with a gun who was reportedly experiencing a mental health crisis.

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Armed man prompts Albany Bulb closure

A photograph of the area showed rows of emergency vehicles blocking the entrance on Buchanan Street.

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Albany Scanner @albanyscanner.bsky.social · 02/09/2026

From Brazilian bossa nova to New Orleans brass, the East Bay has plenty on tap this week. Here are a few standout concerts, events and screenings worth checking out in Albany, Berkeley and El Cerrito.

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The Culture Circuit, Sept. 3-9

What to do this week in Albany, Berkeley and around the East Bay

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Albany Scanner @albanyscanner.bsky.social · 01/09/2026

Double your support for Albany news. 🙌 Every first-time gift to Albany Scanner is matched dollar for dollar through Sept. 30, up to $10,000.

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Double down on Albany news: Help raise $20K by Sept. 30

Thanks to a generous local donor, every first-time gift is matched.

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Albany Scanner @albanyscanner.bsky.social · 01/09/2026

Albany City Council candidates found plenty to disagree on Thursday — from housing and small business to Golden Gate Fields.

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Albany council candidates clash over housing, taxes

Two candidates defended their work. Others questioned their record.

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Albany Scanner @albanyscanner.bsky.social · 31/08/2026

From hot walker to horse trainer to … a literal dog and pony show. 🐴🐶 Faith Taylor spent more than 50 years working in Bay Area horse racing. When Golden Gate Fields closed, she had to figure out what came next.

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From Golden Gate Fields trainer to the Dog & Pony Show

Faith Taylor rose from hot walker to exercise rider to trainer, building a career inside one of Bay Area racing’s most storied tracks.

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Albany Scanner @albanyscanner.bsky.social · 30/08/2026

California lawmakers are poised to vote on $125 million in state funding to help turn Golden Gate Fields into a public park in Albany and Berkeley.

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Golden Gate Fields park plan advances toward $125M vote

The purchase could reshape Albany's finances for years.

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Albany Scanner @albanyscanner.bsky.social · 29/08/2026

Albany loves having Abrams Claghorn. But is that enough to keep it going? The longtime gallery is hoping more people will shop, take workshops and support local artists.

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Abrams Claghorn asks Albany to help keep it going

The gallery is looking for ways to boost sales without losing its community focus.

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Albany Scanner @albanyscanner.bsky.social · 27/08/2026

What’s your favorite place in Albany to grab dinner, shop, hear live music or just hang out? It's time for the annual Best of Albany awards from the Chamber of Commerce. Nominations run through Sept. 18.

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Nominate your favorite shops and spots for Best of Albany

The Albany Chamber of Commerce honors resident picks for top restaurants, boutiques and more.

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Albany Scanner @albanyscanner.bsky.social · 26/08/2026

From traditional Scottish fiddling to Latin jazz, blues and Persian, Kurdish and Armenian music, there’s plenty to hear and explore around the East Bay this week.

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The Culture Circuit, Aug. 27-Sept. 2

What to do this week in Albany, Berkeley and around the East Bay.

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Albany Scanner @albanyscanner.bsky.social · 25/08/2026

What started as a small sidewalk sale has grown into one of the East Bay’s biggest street festivals. As Solano Stroll celebrates its 50th anniversary, here’s a look back at its humble beginnings.

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The Solano Stroll is turning 50. Here’s how it all began

A look back at 50 years of the Solano Stroll, from a small sidewalk sale to one of the East Bay’s largest street festivals.

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Albany Scanner @albanyscanner.bsky.social · 25/08/2026

For more than 50 years, Faith Taylor made a life at Golden Gate Fields, working her way from hot walker to exercise rider to trainer. She remembers the packed grandstands, close-knit barns and the horses she loved — and what it was like when it all ended.

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A life behind the scenes at Golden Gate Fields

Faith Taylor rose from hot walker to exercise rider to trainer, building a career inside one of Bay Area racing’s most storied tracks.

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Albany Scanner @albanyscanner.bsky.social · 21/08/2026

Jazz violinist Mads Tolling talks upcoming East Bay performances and his connection to Albany. “I remember going down for dinner on Solano and having a real good feel about this place,” he said. “I thought, I could live here."

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A career crossroads brought Mads Tolling to Albany

Tolling performs at Herbst Theatre with the San Francisco Civic Summer Workshop this Sunday.

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Albany Scanner @albanyscanner.bsky.social · 20/08/2026

The Culture Circuit is back for round two! This week: avant-garde improvisers, Hank Williams classics, Brazilian choro, Latin grooves, hip-hop history — and, yes, cats on the big screen. Here’s what’s happening in Albany, Berkeley and around the East Bay through Aug. 26.

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The Culture Circuit, Aug. 20-26

What to do this week in Albany, Berkeley and around the East Bay.

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Albany Scanner @albanyscanner.bsky.social · 20/08/2026

Dying eucalyptus trees pose a wildfire risk on Albany Hill. They also provide winter shelter for hundreds of western monarch butterflies. The city is now working to remove the hazardous trees while protecting monarch habitat.

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Albany Hill eucalyptus will come down. What about the monarchs?

A new grant-funded plan balances fire safety, butterfly conservation and climate restoration.

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Albany Scanner @albanyscanner.bsky.social · 17/08/2026

Alameda County officials voted to delay a November ballot measure that would gradually raise the minimum wage to $30 an hour in unincorporated areas.

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County supervisors delay $30 minimum wage measure

The initiative won’t appear on the November ballot after a 3-2 vote.

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Albany Scanner @albanyscanner.bsky.social · 15/08/2026

Albany renters and homeowners are invited to a free housing resource fair Tuesday covering everything from heat pump rebates to the city's rent review program. Plus free pizza!

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Albany hosts homeowner and tenant fair Tuesday

The free event features housing, legal, utility and home repair help. Plus free pizza!

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Albany Scanner @albanyscanner.bsky.social · 13/08/2026

The Albany Democratic Club is preparing to weigh in on the city's fall election, with an upcoming candidate forum focused on the contenders for open City Council and school board seats.

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Albany Democratic Club hosts candidate forum Aug. 27

City Council and school board candidates face voters at ADC's first election forum, followed by an endorsement meeting.

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Albany Scanner @albanyscanner.bsky.social · 13/08/2026

Introducing The Culture Circuit, a new weekly guide from veteran Bay Area arts writer Andrew Gilbert. This week: Bobby McFerrin at The Freight, Buck Owens-inspired twang at the Ivy Room, genealogy in Albany, jazz stories, DJs at Down Home Music.

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The Culture Circuit, Aug. 14-18

What to do this week in Albany, Berkeley and around the East Bay.

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Albany Scanner @albanyscanner.bsky.social · 12/08/2026

Albany voters will decide on six ballot measures in November covering zoning authority, infrastructure and public safety funding, business taxes, property transfer taxes, and funding for street trees and lighting.

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Street trees to zoning rules: November ballot measures

Albany has six ballot measures that would change zoning rules, business and property taxes, and funding for city services.

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Albany Scanner @albanyscanner.bsky.social · 11/08/2026

While neighboring school districts opt for campuswide cellphone bans, Albany still lets students use their phones during lunch and passing periods.

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Albany students can use their phones. Just not in class.

"Our approach is rooted in balance," Superintendent Sara Stone told Albany Scanner.

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Albany Scanner @albanyscanner.bsky.social · 11/08/2026

The Albany Bowl site has been slated for a major housing development for years. City officials say the site is shovel-ready. So why is it sitting untouched?

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Why hasn’t the Albany Bowl housing project broken ground?

Albany says its work is done. What happens next is up to the developer.

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Albany Scanner @albanyscanner.bsky.social · 10/08/2026

The city of Albany's 2026 Fall Activity Guide is now available online, offering a mix of youth classes, adult fitness programs, senior activities and special events scheduled from August through December.

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Albany Fall Activity Guide registration starts Tuesday

Registration opens Tuesday, Aug. 4, for recreation programs running through December.

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