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Mindful of vacant storefronts, dipping sales tax revenues, and frustration among business owners about the city’s permitting process, city leaders are working on several ways to attract and retain businesses in Petaluma. Staff from the Economic Development Division within the Community Development Department presented a number of such strategies
July 01, 2026
After winning at a regional high school theater awards show, Casa Grande High School graduate Samara Castro was one of more than 100 students from across the country to perform on Broadway last week. In early May, she placed as one of two finalists at the Sara Barreilles Awards in
July 01, 2026
Sonoma County Civil Grand Jury report slams Petaluma's oversight of former animal shelter provider
June 24, 2026
The lifelong Petaluman and friendly proprietor of Volpi’s Ristorante & Bar also ran a dairy, was an accomplished athlete, played the accordion, and more
June 24, 2026
A lively scene unfolded between gasps, yells, and a few rounds of beer as fans of the FIFA men’s World Cup gathered at Ernie’s Tin Bar outside Petaluma to watch the Mexico-South Korea game on Thursday, June 18. Petaluma sisters Elizabeth Kim and Lisa Bell came straight
June 24, 2026
Abolitionist and son of Underground Railroad "conductor" buried at Petaluma cemetery
June 19, 2026
Petaluma nonprofit Urban Chat launches new campaign with digital map and public meeting
June 17, 2026
At this year’s Petaluma Fair, running June 18 to June 21, visitors can expect fried foods, live music, and, of course, livestock showings, with an emphasis on agricultural education. “My goal is to take pieces of agriculture and push them into the fair” – instead of simply hoping attendees will
June 17, 2026
New report anticipates adequate supply through 2050 thanks to past and future water conservation efforts
June 17, 2026