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Fire mitigation work will close lanes on Highway 84
Road lanes will be closed on eastbound Highway 84 in Woodside between 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. from Tuesday, Dec. 3, through Thursday, Dec. 5, to accommodate heavy equipment while San Mateo Fire carries out fire mitigation work.
Sheriffs’ union alleges intimidation attempt in updated unfair labor practice charge
The union that represents deputies, assistant sheriffs and other law enforcement personnel under the San Mateo County Sheriff’s Office has filed an updated unfair practice charge against the Sheriff’s Office.
Californians pay billions for power companies’ wildfire prevention efforts. Are they cost-effective?
After utility equipment sparked tragic wildfires, PG&E, SCE and SDG&E received state approval to collect $27 billion from ratepayers. As California electric bills soar, questions have emerged about oversight and costs.
Stuffed animal sleepover at Menlo Park Library
Magic occurred overnight at the Menlo Park Library on Nov. 26. after nearly 20 children dropped off their stuffed animals for an overnight sleepover.
Ask a Master Gardener: Before you decorate with ‘holiday plants,’ know which ones are toxic
Some plants commonly associated with the holidays can be poisonous. Fortunately, many of these plants have a very bitter taste that can prevent large amounts of the plant from being eaten.
CA Legislature takes office under Trump’s shadow
California’s new Legislature started work Monday — both the regular session and a special session called by Gov. Gavin Newsom to prepare for the incoming Donald Trump presidency.
High schools moved on from college for all. Will Trump come through for job training?
Career and technical education has strong bipartisan support. But some education experts fear its growth may come at the expense of college preparation programs.
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Art: ‘Life is a Joy – Works Inspired by Tomorrow and Yesterday’
Portola Art Gallery presents oil paintings by Marsha Heimbecker. A reception takes place Dec. 14, 1-4 p.m. and meet the artist at the gallery on Dec. 2, 9 and 14; Jan. 4 and 6, or by appointment.
Holidays at Filoli
The Filoli estate’s gardens and historic mansion are decorated for the holidays, with special activities that include private fire pit rentals with warm drinks on the terrace; holiday tea in the Garden House, behind-the-scenes house tours and wreath-making workshops.
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Concert: Blues jam with Rae Gordon
Bay Area blues powerhouse Rae Gordon leads Club Fox’s Blues Jam.
Music: Stanford Medicine Holiday Concert
The Stanford Medicine Chorus and Stanford Medicine Orchestra perform a program of classical and contemporary holiday songs, including selections from Tchaikovsky’s “Nutcracker” and “Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas.
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