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Menlo Park hopes to boost affordable home ownership
The Menlo Park City Council approved updates to below-market-rate housing policy on Dec. 5.
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As flu season takes hold, Bay Area health officials offer advice for staying healthy
Public health officials in the Bay Area and surrounding counties are reminding people to stay safe this holiday season by following some basic medical advice.
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Flood Park to get revamp with $1.3 million grant
"Realize Flood Park" would allow for a new baseball field, walking paths, parking lot and more in the park near North Fair Oaks.
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In race to succeed Anna Eshoo in Congress, Evan Low and Julie Lythcott-Haims are in and Josh Becker is out
The race to succeed Anna Eshoo in the U.S. Congress continues to solify, with Assembly member Evan Low confirming his intention to run and State Sen. Josh Becker saying he plans to remain in Sacramento.
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Get cozy at these Peninsula spots with fireside seats
If you’re hoping to find dining and/or sipping destinations with a warm glow, you may want to give these a try.
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Holiday Fund: Boys & Girls Clubs of the Peninsula offers lessons in leadership
From a "club kid" to a staff member, Boys & Girls Clubs of the Peninsula, an Almanac Holiday Fund recipient, shares how its programs build leaders from a young age.
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Aglow with holiday spirit at Menlo Park's tree-lighting
Holiday magic was in the air at Fremont Park on Dec. 1 as the community turned out for Menlo Park's annual tree lighting event.
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The Almanac launches its annual Holiday Fund campaign with $300K goal
The annual Almanac Holiday Fund campaign is getting underway this week with the aim of raising much-needed funds for local nonprofits that provide a safety net for families, children and adults in need on the Peninsula. Find out how you can help.
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It's a 'Holiday Ordeal' with Storm Large at Stanford
Singer-songwriter Storm Large may mark the season in ways that are spicier than most, but her show also makes room for miracles and a big helping of goodwill. Stanford Live presents Large's "Holiday Ordeal" Dec. 8-9.
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Arts briefs: Kitka's 'Wintersongs,' Terrapin Family Band and more
This week, hear Kitka's "Wintersongs," catch Smuin's "The Christmas Ballet" and discover the surprising stories behind popular holiday songs at Stanford Live. Plus Terrapin Family Band, CSMA Merit Scholars Concert and Palo Alto Philharmonic.
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Carols for a Cause holds annual show for local nonprofits
Teen-led group brings together performers ages 11-19 in a concert to raise funds for local nonprofits. Carols for a Cause performs Dec. 10 at the Palo Alto Art Center.
'I think that the voice of the people was thrown in the trash.' Community implores Menlo Park council to reconsider its naming decision for community campus
Community members implored the Menlo Park City Council Tuesday night, Dec. 5, to reconsider naming the new community campus... Last comment 8 hours ago | 1 comment
California homes affordable to only 1-in-5 buyers, yet Peninsula still sees 'over-asking' sales
California's housing affordability has dipped to its lowest point in 16 years with only 1-in-5 (15%) homebuyers able to afford... Last comment on Dec 4, 2023 at 3:53 pm | 1 comment

Higher home prices push government-backed loan cap above $1.1M in San Mateo, Santa Clara counties
Home Briefs: 'Tis the season for decked-out homes, holiday plant sales and 'winter flora' hikes
Ask a Master Gardener: Tired of poinsettias? Try these festive plants for your Christmas decorations
Home Sales: Custom home with 2 pools sells for $40M in Atherton
Cramped 1960s Blossom Valley rancher gets open floor plan that extends outdoors
Income of typical U.S. homebuyer sees highest annual jump on record
Couple's Net
by Chandrama Anderson
I Do I Don't: How to build a better marriage Page 17
Dec 8, 2023 | 0 comments
Peninsula Foodist
by The Peninsula Foodist
One Love Cafe opens in downtown San Bruno with local goods and a ‘home away from home feel’
Dec 8, 2023 | 0 comments
The Food Party!
by Laura Stec
WATCH OUT – SUGAR AHEAD
Dec 7, 2023 | 2 comments
Creating A More Vibrant Menlo Park
by Dana Hendrickson
My Holiday Wish List for Menlo Park
Nov 27, 2023 | 3 comments

Flood Park to get revamp with $1.3 million grant
Community briefs: Grand Chanukah Festival, Menlo Park district receives state honor and more
Stanford Center on Longevity looks at living a good, long life
Dog trainer is charged in disappearance of Palo Alto German shepherd that's presumed dead
Benefits of open homes outweigh disadvantages
Four tips for preparing to sell your house

Teen-led music group Carols for a Cause holds its fourth annual fundraiser for local nonprofits
Arts briefs: Kitka's 'Wintersongs,' Terrapin Family Band, 'The Christmas Ballet' and more
Inside the Peninsula bakery crafting a gluten-free version of a San Francisco staple
For the love of local literature: A roundup of new reads
Peninsula dining destinations offering fireside seats
Inside Margo Cilker’s new album, ‘Valley of Heart’s Delight’
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