Negotiations at an Impasse as Developers Move Forward with Claremont Senior Center
By Leila Gough, Guest Author The conversation surrounding the future of 6230 Claremont Avenue took a sharp turn this week.
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SB79 In Context
By Glen Jarvis, Guest Author Measuring Distance from Transit Hubs The 1/4 mile and 1/2-mile radius distances
Rockridge Market Hall Indie Food Fest: May 9
Rockridge Market Hall proudly announces the return of its Third Annual Indie Food Fest on Saturday, May 9, from noon
Event: Annual Taste of Temescal Returns April 29
The Taste of Temescal returns Wednesday, April 29, from 5:30pm to 8:30pm, inviting guests to explore one of
New Low-Cost Housing for Oakland Teachers
According to several local news sources, Oakland is piloting a new approach to one of its most persistent challenges: the
Event: Share Your Feedback on New Draft Land Use Framework
Help Oakland Neighborhoods Thrive Thursday, April 9, from 6:30pm to 8pm Chapel of the Chimes 4499 Piedmont Avenue (at
Event: Food, Music, and Family Fun at “Taste of Montclair”
The highly anticipated Taste of Montclair Village returns on Tuesday, April 7, from 5pm to 8pm, inviting all to enjoy
Event: Claremont Middle School’s “Casino Night” Auction & Gala
Claremont Middle School invites the community to its annual Auction & Gala on Saturday, April 18, from 6pm to 11pm
Community Concerns: Reimagining the Proposed Claremont Ave. Development
By Leila Gough, Guest Author As we, Rockridge Neighbors for Sensible Housing, look toward the future of our neighborhood, this
Community and Belonging: A Renter’s Viewpoint
By Allison Bliss, Guest Author Dear Editor: I started the morning with a big cuppa and the March 22nd edition
John Partridge: Composer, Conductor, Performer
ROCKRIDGE VOICE SPONSOR: Rockridge resident John Partridge has been a classical music composer for more than 50 years. His compositions
Planning Without the Public: The SB79 Decision Affecting North Oakland
by Justin Smart, Guest Author State Senate Bill SB79 (the Abundant and Affordable Homes Near Transit Act) was signed by
Oakland Activates Automated Speed Safety Cameras
Speed safety cameras are now active across Oakland. The city is one of six jurisdictions in California participating in a
The Yoni Temple Turns 15
Originally located on Telegraph Avenue in a space known for its eclectic, funky atmosphere, The Yoni Temple had a strong
Shining a Light on the 6230 Claremont Project
by Jack Gerson, Guest Author My wife and I have lived on Auburn Avenue for 29 years, adjacent to the
Sunday Parking Meter Enforcement Begins April 12
The City of Oakland is ending the grace period for its new Sunday parking meter operations, and enforcement will begin
Update Feb 22: Growing Opposition to LED Electronic Billboards at Lake Temescal
by Jeff Kahn, Guest Author Despite growing opposition, the proposal to construct five huge electric LED billboard towers at sites
Pedal for Public Schools at the 18th Annual Ride-4-A-Reason
What began in 2009 with four parents biking from Oakland Tech to the State Capitol, Ride 4 A Reason (R4R)
Ortzow Painting Co.
Sponsored by: Ortzow Paining Co. — Serving Oakland, Berkeley, Alameda, San Francisco and surrounding communities, Cydney Ortzow Painting Company, Inc. delivers
Saffron Kitchen
ROCKRIDGE VOICE SPONSOR: At Saffron Kitchen, embark on a flavorful journey where Mediterranean influences meet the rich culinary traditions of
Peralta Elementary’s Online Auction — Bid for a Good Cause
Public schools are some of the few places where people from all walks of life come together—and they need
College Preparatory School’s Annual Used Book Sale
Join the College Prep School fundraiser and celebrate over 30 years of book-loving tradition at the beloved annual used
Bid at the Chabot Auction & Gala
The Chabot Auction & Gala is our chance to come together as a community—to celebrate, connect, dance, and raise
Claremont Middle School Pancake Breakfast
The Rockridge Community is warmly invited to join Claremont Middle School for its 16th Annual Pancake Breakfast fundriaser, hosted by
Update on 6230 Claremont Avenue Project
Update from the group “Rockridge Neighbors for Sensible Housing” (as of February 7, 2026) The proposed development at 6230 Claremont
Stea Realty Group
ROCKRIDGE VOICE SPONSOR: With over 135 homes sold in Rockridge, we’ve reduced the art of selling to a science.
Dear Xocolate Lover
by Malena Lopez-Maggi, owner of Xocolate Shop I’m going to rip this band-aid off quickly: our Rockridge
Greater Rockridge Neighborhood Crime Prevention Council
By Karen Ivy You’re invited to the next bi-monthly meeting of the Greater Rockridge Neighborhood Crime Prevention Council
Market Hall Foods Hosts Second Annual Truffle Fest
Market Hall Foods invites the community to celebrate the earthy delight of fresh truffles at the second annual Market Hall
Electronic Billboards at Lake Temescal?
by Jeffery Kahn Five huge electric LED billboards have been proposed to be erected in Oakland. Most of the billboards