NorCal Teen Crowned 2025 Young Pizza Maker Of The Year + Kitten Rescue + Ice Skating Rinks: Saturday Smiles

It’s the weekend, and now is the perfect time to catch up on the lighter news of the week. Read on to learn more about the East Bay student who is one of the top three finalists for the International Children's Peace Prize and find out more about fee-free cat adoptions on Black Friday.

Pleasanton Teen Crowned 2025 Young Pizza Maker Of The Year At National Competition

• Zoe Zabrowski, daughter of Much Ado About Pizza founders Mark and Kira Zabrowski, won first place in the Young Pizza Makers Competition.

Dublin Student Top 3 Finalist For International Children's Peace Prize

• Divyansh Agrawal could win the prestigious prize won by Greta Thunberg and Malala Yousafzai thanks to his environmental advocacy leadership.

'The Voice,' Sonoma Talent Sings His Way Back Home

• Sonoma singer Marty O'Reilly, watched by millions and judged by four mega stars, left 'The Voice' but not the stage.

SMC Officer Saves Kitten Wedged Under Tesla Hood

• A police officer helped save a kitten who had squeezed herself into a dangerous spot under the hood of a Tesla.

Napa's Community Table: Good Food In A Surprising Place

• Winston's CUP, the second restaurant for a Napa couple serving good food and respect.

'Check, Please!' Petaluma French bistro, Berkeley Pizzeria, SF Baltic Resto On Thursday Episode

• Nick Ronan, chef and owner of Brigitte Bistro, which will be featured in less than 24 hours on the Nov. 20 episode of "Check, Please!"

Restaurant Winners Announced For Marin Vegan Challenge

• The challenge was created as a way to encourage more vegan options at local eateries.

Cat Rescued From Irrigation Pipe In Pleasanton

• Police and fire crews reportedly worked three hours to rescue the stuck cat, who could have drowned.

Valley Humane's 'Black Cat Friday' Offering Fee-Free Adoptions On Cats

• Get a special friend for the holiday season with two days of fee-free adoptions.

Lace-Up Walnut Creek: Ice Skating Season Is Near

• Prepare to lace up for the 2025 ice skating season.

Kristi Yamaguchi To Reopen Kristi Yamaguchi Holiday Ice Rink At City Center

• The gold medal-winning figure skater will inaugurate the new skating season, which includes a Taylor Swift and K-Pop nights.

Holiday Village, Holiday Sights & Sounds Parade To Light Up Livermore

• Santa Claus is coming to Livermore for a magical holiday village, downtown parade, and community tree lighting.

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