Sacks Closed for Good
The popular downtown thrift store will not reopen
June 03, 2026
Scene & Herd: Hidden Fawn
A fawn rests under a parked truck, waiting for its mother to return. Baby wildlife for whom Petaluma is home can be found all over town in spring. If you notice a lone fawn, fear not, said Doris Duncan, executive director of Sonoma County Wildlife Rescue – they aren't
June 03, 2026
National Donut Day
Started in 1938, the holiday commemorates Salvation Army volunteers who served donuts to soldiers during World War I
June 03, 2026
5Qs With Children's Book Specialist Patty Norman
Patty Norman knows children's books better than anyone in town. She has run the children's section at Copperfield's since 2003, and even before that, brought her own children to the store. Here Norman reflects on inclusivity, epic book-release parties, and the rock band Night Ranger.
June 03, 2026
Reused, Repaired, Reborn
Workshops make Petaluma a regional zero-waste hub
June 03, 2026
Mayor Kevin McDonnell Seeking Re-Election
Mayor Kevin McDonnell is seeking re-election in November, according to a campaign kick-off event announced on Facebook on May 30. His current term is set to end in December. “Serving Petaluma as our Mayor has been my highest honor,” McDonnell wrote in the post. “Working in every corner
June 03, 2026
Petaluma City Schools Names New Superintendent
Davina Goldwasser comes to Petaluma from the San Francisco Unified School District
June 03, 2026School's Out: June 3, 2026
This is the final week of the school year for many local students, but there's always more to learn – for adults, too. Speaking of which, here at Petaluma Voice we're still learning and growing every week, so let us know how we're doing. Paying
June 03, 2026Class of 2026 Slideshow
Celebrating Petaluma's newest high school graduates
June 03, 2026