Welcome to the inaugural issue of Petaluma Voice. Thanks for subscribing; we're so glad you're here. Staffed by local journalists, this is Petaluma's very own independent, nonprofit newsroom. There's no better way to begin this journey with us than to start with
April 15, 2026
Petaluma Voice, an independent, nonprofit news source, launched its inaugural issue on April 15, marking a new era of locally operated news in Petaluma. The digital-only news site will not sell advertising or have a paywall. This is a distinct move away from the business model that has defined
April 15, 2026
What do you do at the History Room to preserve Petaluma history? My job is to connect people to the materials that are here. I do that by ensuring that the materials are in what we call a “housing,” correctly placed, so that they can last for another 150 years.
April 15, 2026
Want to get more involved in Petaluma’s government decisions on public art, trees, and climate change? How about transit, the library, and new development? The most visible faces of local government are the mayor and members of the city council. But behind these positions are other crucial volunteer roles:
April 15, 2026
Now entering its sixth decade in operation, the Petaluma Historical Library and Museum continues to explore the unique cultural history of Petaluma. Its latest exhibit is "Time & Tide: An Artful Exploration of Petaluma’s Wetlands."
April 15, 2026
Under cloudy skies and occasional drizzles on Saturday, April 11, 2026, revelers participate in the age-old practice of transhumance, walking from the Fairgrounds down East D Street to their destination at Steamer Landing Park. Petaluma's annual Transhumance Festival celebrates the age-old practice of seasonally moving livestock
April 15, 2026
Public tax dollars – from sales and property taxes and bond measures – fund street and traffic projects, law enforcement, and, predominantly, the salaries of public employees who oversee these duties. The top earners’ pay is often scrutinized, but what about the other end of the scale? To show the spread in
April 15, 2026
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April 15, 2026
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April 15, 2026