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The Council on American-Islamic Relations calls for investigation after alleged assault on activists in Menlo Park
The California Highway Patrol logo. Courtesy CHP. A Muslim advocacy group, the Council on American-Islamic Relations San Francisco Bay Area Office, is calling for law enforcement to investigate a reported assault on two pro-Palestine activists in Menlo Park. On May 5, two volunteers with the Northern California Islamic Council were placing banners calling for peace…
Obituaries: Local residents who died recently
Local residents who died recently include Maxine Hoffland Tucker and Alma Phillips.
Midpen ecologists work to ensure endangered butterfly isn’t adversely impacted by new trail opening
Midpen ecologists conducted surveys to ensure no Bay checkerspot butterflies were impacted…
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BGCP students from East Palo Alto and Redwood City visit State Capitol
The visit aimed to inspire students through direct interaction with…
Local bicycle coalition hosts Bike to Wherever Days offering free prizes to bicyclists
The Silicon Valley Bicycle Coalition is hosting Bike to Wherever…
Caltrain showcases its new electrified trains in San Carlos
After over 20 years of reimagining its design, Caltrain showcased…
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American diner Jack’s Prime is relocating and reopening as Maverick Jack’s San Mateo
After 15 years in San Mateo, modern American diner Jack’s Prime is moving – just down the street to The Villa. The new location of Jack’s Prime, formerly Polynesian restaurant Tokemoana’s, will be renamed Maverick Jack’s San Mateo and will keep its menu (think burgers, fries, salads and sundaes) and ambiance (modernized retro ‘50s) while introducing…
It’s wine time: Elleary Wine opens in Los Altos and a² debuts in San Mateo
Here are the stories behind two new wine bars along the Peninsula that aim to foster conversations and introduce you to your new favorite wines.
Acoustic guitar virtuoso Pierre Bensusan plays Club Fox
Pierre Bensusan, the French-Algerian composer and acoustic guitar virtuoso, comes to Redwood City May 14 as part of his current North American tour to perform his world-music blend of traditional, jazz and pop.
From ghost kitchen to brick and mortar: Pamilya aims to shine a light on Filipino food
Redwood City Filipino restaurant Pamilya is transforming from a ghost kitchen into a brick and mortar, with an expected opening in mid-to-late June. Pamilya opened in 2022 out of a CloudKitchen in Redwood City, serving to-go Filipino bowls.
Arts briefs: Comedian Zarna Garg, dance party with Soji Odukogbe and more
This weekend, comedian Zarna Garg performs at Stanford Live, Redtone Records holds an Afrobeat dance party with Soji Odukogbe at Feldman’s Books; and Earthwise Productions serves up some roots-rock with supergroup Spaghetti. Plus, Plus, ’00s favorites with Emo Night Brooklyn at The Guild; Pacific Art League members’ exhibition opening reception.
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Visit Midpeninsula artists during Open Studios’ second weekend
As Silicon Valley Open Studios continues, the event’s second weekend focuses on the Midpeninsula region. In the second of a two-part series, we chat with…
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Menlo Park home designed with 14-foot sound wall to block unwanted noise is among ‘modern marvels’ open to the public on Saturday
Sharp angles, clean lines, neutral colors, open floor plans –…
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Will CA Legislature fix police, farmworker laws?
A California Highway Patrol officer shouts at protesters to move…