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Second quake shakes Midpeninsula Sunday
Two earthquakes shook parts of the Midpeninsula Sunday, the first occurring at 9:28 a.m. and the second at 6:38 p.m. according to the U.S. Geological Survey. Both were centere... |
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on Dec 20, 2010 at 3:38 pm by Scott Barnum, a resident of the Atherton: other neighborhood |
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Too many regulations for profiability
We all know that, correct? It's a BRUTAL anti-business atmosphere. Conventional wisdom all says it, like President Obama is bad for business.
Except...
"American busines... |
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on Nov 24, 2010 at 1:45 pm by anonymous, a resident of the Menlo Park: Suburban Park/Lorelei Manor/Flood Park Triangle neighborhood |
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Creek project trickles ahead despite spiking costs
An ambitious proposal to tame the flood-prone San Francisquito Creek might have to be split into phases after a new analysis showed the project's cost more than doubling, to $... |
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on Nov 17, 2010 at 1:24 pm by Matt Stoecker, a resident of the Portola Valley: Central Portola Valley neighborhood |
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Hickey Initiative re: Sequoia Healthcare District
Since the TEAM of Hickey, Graham and Stogner did not materialize, but I was re-elected by a substantial margin, I am initiating an effort to bring about the termination of the... |
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on Nov 9, 2010 at 3:22 pm by John J. \"Jack\" Hickey, a resident of the Woodside: Emerald Hills neighborhood |
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MORE ELECTION RESULTS
Click on links below to see latest results.
SAN MATEO COUNTY
[Web Link ● ==B County supervisor... |
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on Nov 2, 2010 at 9:31 pm by Joey, a resident of another community |
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Editorial: Good, bad in state propositions
The Almanac analyzed selected state propositions that will be on the Nov. 2 ballot and has taken these positions.
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on Oct 28, 2010 at 3:14 pm by Sounds logical, a resident of the Menlo Park: Downtown neighborhood |
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Sequoia HCD monitors Town Square Forum
Posts on other topics in this forum have triggered in my mind an obvious instance of misappropriation of public funds.
Don Shoecraft, $4,200/month PR consultant for the Seq... |
John J. \"Jack\" Hickey |
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on Oct 26, 2010 at 1:48 am by Ed, a resident of the Atherton: other neighborhood |
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Behavior Leads to Tragedy
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I want to ask if the counselors or chaperones also on the trip had any chance to get this boy some help prior to the incident? |
Post Incident 411 |
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on Oct 23, 2010 at 3:47 pm by POGO, a resident of the Woodside: other neighborhood |
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Sinfully good angel food cakes
Angel Heart Cakes bring new flavors to an old-fashioned favorite
Read the full story here Web Link posted Wednesday, October 6, ... |
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on Oct 8, 2010 at 5:18 pm by Joan Solari, a resident of the Atherton: other neighborhood |
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Good Time To Buy and Build
Now that Half Moon Bay appears to be in foreclosure or in deep economic trouble with a ton of foreclosures going on, it seems a great time to buy land and build a REALLY attra... |
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on Oct 7, 2010 at 11:53 am by Investor, a resident of another community |
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Guest opinion: Portola Valley's famous watering holes
Before the end of World War II, Portola Valley was a quiet place of horses, hayfields and strawberry patches. A few small farms, a few estates and some cottages were the main ... |
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on Sep 7, 2010 at 9:57 pm by dave schummers, a resident of another community |
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Bill Lane honored at Town Council meeting
The Portola Valley Town Council honored one of its own on Wednesday, Aug. 25, by setting out the chair usually occupied by Bill Lane, the town's first mayor.
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on Aug 30, 2010 at 12:49 pm by Philippe Cohen, a resident of the Menlo Park: The Willows neighborhood |
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Judge won't reopen high-speed-rail challenge
The case challenging high-speed rail studies and route selection has been finalized by Sacramento Superior Court Judge Michael Kenny despite a last-ditch effort by a coalition... |
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on Aug 28, 2010 at 3:31 pm by Stanford Student, a resident of another community |
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Obituaries
Alexander Baer
Read the full story here Web Link posted Wednesday, August 16, 2006, 12:00 AM |
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on Aug 17, 2010 at 11:05 pm by charles webster baer, a resident of another community |
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Vendor blamed for missing voter guides
State leaders in Sacramento have unearthed clues partly explaining why some voters in San Mateo County were left empty-handed in the June 8 primary elections.
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on Aug 9, 2010 at 7:41 pm by Always Suspicious, a resident of the Menlo Park: Central Menlo Park neighborhood |
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First-time homebuyers can still cash in
California residents have just over a week left to apply to the state's first-time buyer tax credit program, the Franchise Tax Board announced Friday.
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on Aug 7, 2010 at 8:48 pm by Joseph E. Davis, a resident of the Woodside: Emerald Hills neighborhood |
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Third Homicide in One Week
Is it because news of crime in our vicinity is a subject which might upset our locals, or is it that it just is not dignified.
According to the Mercury News, there have been ... |
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on Jul 31, 2010 at 7:06 am by Msmarple, a resident of another community |
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Rail officials head for D.C. with survey
California High-Speed Rail Authority officials are traveling to the nation's capital this week to drum up federal support for rail projects, armed with what they say is new e... |
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on Jul 29, 2010 at 2:28 pm by R.Gordon, a resident of another community |
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Emerald Lake: Another mountain lion spotted
A mountain lion was seen feeding in the Emerald Lake Hills area Monday night - the third such sighting in the area this month - according to the San Mateo County Office of... |
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on Jul 21, 2010 at 3:57 pm by Renee F., a resident of the Woodside: Emerald Hills neighborhood |
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Bill guaranteeing polling stations becomes law
A bill that guarantees California voters have a place in which to vote on Election Day has been signed into law by Gov. Arnold Schwarzenegger.
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on Jul 18, 2010 at 4:32 pm by Observer, a member of the Woodside High School community |
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Red light cameras court controversy
Drivers tagged by Menlo Park's four red light cameras during the past year may want to keep an eye on the latest court rulings.
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on Jul 14, 2010 at 4:22 pm by Henry99, a resident of another community |
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Christopher Hitchens diagnosed with cancer
Journalist and author Christopher Hitchens, who [Web Link canceled an appearance at Kepler's] Books in Menlo Park scheduled for S... |
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on Jul 3, 2010 at 2:51 pm by M. Thomson, a resident of the Atherton: Lindenwood neighborhood |
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Sunday: Memorial service for David Lewis
A memorial service for slain East Palo Alto community leader David Lewis is scheduled for Sunday at 2 p.m. at Costano Elementary School, 2695 Fordham St. in East Palo Alto. Th... |
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on Jun 18, 2010 at 6:55 pm by Liz Wilson, a resident of another community |
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Uncounted ballots will determine community colleges parcel tax result
As of election night, the $34 annual parcel tax for the San Mateo County Community College District was passing with the approval of the required two-thirds majority of voters... |
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on Jun 10, 2010 at 7:42 am by Statistician, a resident of the Menlo Park: Sharon Heights neighborhood |
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Candidates for treasurer on how to handle $2.6 billion
San Mateo County Treasurer Lee Buffington is retiring at the end of this year. Vying to take his place are: certified public accountant Joe Galligan, deputy county treasurer S... |
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on Jun 5, 2010 at 7:43 pm by Warren Morrison, a resident of another community |