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Hi Alameda! We have the latest buzz right here. Let's keep you in the loop and get this morning started right! ☕️️

In today's newsletter:

  • Which Alameda bus lines and rentals could change after new council moves?

Also on today's calendar: Walnut Creek Oktoberfest: Prost to a Weekend of Brews, Brats & Bavarian Fun! 🥨🍻 and 9 more events.

Today's riddle: What do you call cows dancing in the dark 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Saturday: Areas of low clouds, then sun, with a high of 76 and low of 59 degrees.
  • Sunday: Mostly cloudy and not as warm, temps: high: 69, low: 60.
  • Monday: Areas of low clouds, then sun, with a high of 72 and low of 57 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

• Council Advances Housing Rules, AC Transit Warns of Route Cuts (alamedapost.com) — Alameda City Council just advanced new rules for short-term rentals, ADU condo conversions, and relocation payments that could affect local landlords, tenants, and would‑be homeowners. Council also heard that several Alameda bus routes face cuts or elimination in 2027 if regional Measure RTM fails, potentially disrupting commutes to jobs, schools, and medical care for many residents.
   

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🗞 Nearby News

Oakland

  • What were the best deals for residential properties in Oakland the week of Aug. 24? (eastbaytimes.com)
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  • Puerto Rican Street Cuisine shut down by fire, and Oeste says its won't make it through October (oaklandside.org)

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Berkeley

  • Triple Rock Brewery In Berkeley Will Close After 40 Years (patch.com)

Ok Alameda! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh -- and if you like what you're reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!

-- The Patch AM Team

P.S. The answer to today's riddle: Night Moo-s (Thank you John S. for sending it in!)
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