Doctors From Mexico Fill Dire Medical Need
Petaluma Health Center hiring 14 doctors through partnership program
July 08, 2026
ICE Out
More than 100 people showed up at Monday's Petaluma City Council meeting to demand the passing of a non-cooperation ordinance against ICE (U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement). Holding signs and speaking during public commentary, the anti-ICE protestors implored council members to make the ordinance an
July 08, 2026
Petaluma River Floathouse Rocks
A day of live music on the river, an infamous 1880s madam tells her story on a kayak tour, and a quest for a community boat house
July 08, 2026
Petaluma Library’s 50th Anniversary Celebration Is a Step Back in Time for Retired Journalist
In 1976, Petaluma joined with the rest of the country to celebrate America’s bicentennial. The town was awash in American flags and red-white-and-blue decorations, while a July 4 parade and other patriotic festivities were held throughout the year. But the most eagerly anticipated event of 1976
July 08, 2026
Scene & Herd
Our nation recently celebrated its 250th birthday with a bang. In Petaluma, the fireworks show delighted crowds all over town. Local photographer and Petaluma native, Frank Blue, took dazzling photos of the grand finale showing the old Shamrock Concrete Factory in the foreground, on Saturday, July 4, 2026. On Sunday,
July 08, 2026
Shelter Tales: Zero
In partnership with local animal shelters, every month we feature different dogs and cats available for adoption
July 08, 2026
5Qs With Pilar Bernard, Owner of Mariapilar Ice Creamery
The first two things Pilar Bernard looks at in the morning are her bank balance and the weather. Nothing better than a hot day for an ice cream maker
July 08, 2026Summer Vacation: July 8, 2026
Petaluma Voice is going on vacation! Well, sort of. It's that time of year, and we are taking the opportunity to step back, recharge our batteries, and prepare for all that lies ahead. We may not be fully staffed, but don't worry. Despite the Fourth of
July 08, 2026
Voices: My Experience With Medical Aid in Dying
"Voices" is our column for community contributions, where guest authors share their expertise or unique perspective on life in Petaluma. If you would like to contribute, please email news@petalumavoice.org. In 2015, I worked hard to get the End of Life Option Act passed in California. I
July 03, 2026Re-Fresh Friday: July 3, 2026
Before your holiday weekend, we've got some news to share! On Monday the city council will consider a $52 million contract for a new public safety facility at the fairgrounds, as well as a development plan for the area surrounding the Petaluma North SMART transit station. The meeting
July 03, 2026
City Council Considers $52 Million Contract for Public Safety Facility
Monday meeting will also include plan for development around the Petaluma North SMART station
July 03, 2026
City Leaders Seek to Attract and Retain Businesses, Including Hotels
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
Independence Day Events in Petaluma and Beyond
On July 4, 1776, delegates from 13 British settlements along the Atlantic Coast of North America formally adopted the Declaration of Independence. This document severed political ties between the colonies and Great Britain, and marked the birth of the United States as an independent nation. A lot has happened over
July 01, 2026
Casa Grande Grad Performs on Broadway
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
5Qs With Fireworks Planner Tara Deffley
After joining Petaluma Parks and Recreation last April, Cloverdale resident Tara Deffley took the lead in organizing this year’s July 4 fireworks show
July 01, 2026
Calling All Kids! Family Open Mic Night
As music teachers, Julia Cramer and Tyler Johnson have goals for their students. The most obvious is that their students learn to play an instrument. But in their hearts is a bigger goal for Petaluma: they want to foster a youth music scene here. To that end, these professional musicians
July 01, 2026Independence: July 1, 2026
Birthdays and anniversaries are like echoes in the air or ripples on the water. They link the past to the present, and even the future, perpetuating out into the distance for as long as we continue to acknowledge them. Some of those ripples are bigger than others, like 18th birthdays
July 01, 2026
Scene & Herd: Sea Lion Rescue
In this video, a Marine Mammal Center crew rescues a sea lion on Monday, June 29, that had been spotted on the Petaluma River this week. According to Saill White, who took the video at 2:30 p.m., a total of 10 rescuers helped get the sea lion into
July 01, 2026