How to register to vote
Here’s what you need to know ahead of the general election on Nov. 3
September 02, 2026
New countywide model considered for animal services
Sonoma County would oversee animal control and licensing while the Humane Society of Sonoma County would take over Petaluma's shelter
September 02, 2026
Talk of P-Town: Plans for the plaza
A three-dot column of local news, information, and gossip
September 02, 2026Civic Life: September 2, 2026
Issue #21
September 02, 2026
Waugh School District pay draws scrutiny
The Waugh School District board in early August boosted pay for several administrators by almost 10%, saying it was compensation for filling the role of a principal who departed unexpectedly. But the move drew criticism from some staff who received a much smaller increase than they were asking for in
August 26, 2026
Father and son shoot their way to paintball championship
Petaluma teen Niko Podesta and dad Ryan will compete in France on Sep. 2 and 3
August 26, 2026
Scene & Herd: The Big Social
The Aqus Community Foundation sold out an Aug. 22 event it called "The Big Social." The Copeland Street party included plenty of food, libations, and mingling. The social experiment – encouraging participants to meet new people by cross-pollinating social networks and collecting colored beads for use as drink
August 26, 2026
5Qs with Beautify Petaluma co-founder Jill Olson
Olson, a fourth-generation Sonoma County resident, co-founded Beautify Petaluma in 2025. With help from local sponsors and volunteers, the organization seeks to dress up downtown Petaluma through small projects with big aesthetic impact.
August 26, 2026
Get Out: The road to Clo Cow
Four Petaluma runners share their training and goals for the upcoming 5K, 10K, and half-marathon footraces from Kentucky Street to the scenic hills west of town
August 26, 2026