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AROUND TOWN
Teachers share impact of flood damage at Las Lomitas ElementarySome 20 classrooms and learning spaces at the K-3 school were damaged in the winter storms. Read the full story here https://www.almanacnews.com/news/2023/02/03/teachers-share-impa...
Original post made on Feb. 3, 2023Last comment by Peter, on Feb 3, 2023 at 2:04 pm | 3 comments | 3411 Views
AROUND TOWN
Here's what you need to know about the new teacher-housing project in Palo AltoPlans are underway to break ground on an educator-housing project in Palo Alto, bringing affordable housing to teachers in...
Original post made on Feb. 3, 2023There are no comments yet. 2557 Views
WOODSIDE
Woodside sends housing plan to the state but doesn't adopt itWith three options on the table and a looming state-mandated deadline on Jan. 31, the Woodside Town Council agreed to include...
Original post made on Feb. 2, 2023Last comment by Anne Kasten, on Feb 2, 2023 at 4:37 pm | 1 comment | 3130 Views
AROUND TOWN
Child attacked by mountain lion in unincorporated San Mateo CountyA child was attacked by a mountain lion in unincorporated San Mateo County, the Sheriff's Office announced on Tuesday. Read...
Original post made on Feb. 2, 2023Last comment by Menlo Voter., on Feb 2, 2023 at 3:38 pm | 2 comments | 3683 Views
MENLO PARK
Why build 550 housing units instead of 1,700? Menlo Park commission seeks much higher density for Parkline project at SRI campusThe Menlo Park Planning Commission recommended a higher density of housing units while reviewing the Parkline development’s...
Original post made on Jan. 26, 2023Last comment by Menlo Voter., on Feb 2, 2023 at 3:36 pm | 14 comments | 4125 Views
OTHER TOPICS
Stanford scrutinized over deputy who drew gun on Black manStanford police are under scrutiny after an officer drew a gun on a Black driver over the weekend, an incident that has gained...
Original post made on Feb. 1, 2023Last comment by Menlo Voter., on Feb 1, 2023 at 2:39 pm | 2 comments | 2532 Views
PORTOLA VALLEY
Saying it needs more time, Portola Valley opts to submit revised housing element lateWith under a week until the deadline for a compliant housing element, and facing possible fines and other repercussions,...
Original post made on Jan. 31, 2023Last comment by Liesel, on Jan 31, 2023 at 12:35 pm | 3 comments | 3750 Views
SCHOOLS & KIDS
Guest opinion: Sequoia school board's secrecy is undemocratic and irresponsibleMenlo-Atherton students weigh in on the departure of the district superintendent, arguing the school board has some explaining...
Original post made on Jan. 30, 2023Last comment by Dawn1234, on Jan 30, 2023 at 12:12 pm | 1 comment | 3095 Views
WOODSIDE
In the year ahead, housing, parking and other infrastructure on Woodside mayor's plateWoodside Mayor Chris Shaw expects a lot of his focus this year to be on state housing mandates, though it wouldn't be his...
Original post made on Jan. 29, 2023There are no comments yet. 2583 Views
MENLO PARK
New San Mateo County sheriff aims to build community trust with new programIn her second week as the sheriff of San Mateo County, Sheriff Christina Corpus launched a new program for law enforcement...
Original post made on Jan. 28, 2023There are no comments yet. 2562 Views
OTHER TOPICS
Coastal farmworkers eke out a living amid hardshipShootings, wildfires, the pandemic and other challenges have tested the Coastside's isolated communities, but many of its...
Original post made on Jan. 26, 2023Last comment by Tecsi, on Jan 26, 2023 at 12:24 pm | 1 comment | 1890 Views
MENLO PARK
Atherton: Planning Commission recommends town dump rezoning along El Camino for more expansive overlaysWith about a week to go before a state deadline, Atherton's housing element is still in flux, with the Planning Commission...
Original post made on Jan. 24, 2023Last comment by Fight for Democracy, on Jan 24, 2023 at 5:22 pm | 2 comments | 2947 Views
MENLO PARK
Atherton resident targeted by protesters asks for more restrictions on picketingAn Atherton resident who said he was targeted by paid protesters last year is asking the City Council to do more than limit...
Original post made on Jan. 24, 2023Last comment by Fight for Democracy, on Jan 24, 2023 at 1:58 pm | 3 comments | 3015 Views
MENLO PARK
Three clerks in Menlo Park cited for selling alcohol to minorsThree clerks and servers in Menlo Park were cited Jan. 20 for the sale of alcohol to minors following a decoy operation by...
Original post made on Jan. 23, 2023Last comment by Happy Resident, on Jan 23, 2023 at 12:20 pm | 1 comment | 4089 Views
MENLO PARK
Menlo Park Mayor Jen Wolosin wants to look at the big picture in 2023Menlo Park's new mayor for 2023 is Jen Wolosin, who promises to prioritize her campaign promises while remaining flexible. Read...
Original post made on Jan. 20, 2023Last comment by Rachel, on Jan 21, 2023 at 6:27 am | 2 comments | 2740 Views
SCHOOLS & KIDS
For the second time in two years, the Sequoia District begins the search for a new superintendentTeachers, parents and local officials said they were “left with more questions than answers” after a special board meeting...
Original post made on Jan. 20, 2023Last comment by Dawn1234, on Jan 20, 2023 at 12:20 pm | 1 comment | 3025 Views
ATHERTON
Referring to themselves as the 'poverty pocket' of Atherton, some residents facing upzoning threaten legal actionA group of Atherton residents is pushing back against a plan to upzone their lots to allow for denser housing development...
Original post made on Jan. 19, 2023Last comment by Fight for Democracy, on Jan 19, 2023 at 5:56 pm | 2 comments | 7927 Views
MENLO PARK
Menlo Park City Council appoints Maria Doerr to District 5 seatThe Menlo Park City Council has a new member. Maria Doerr was appointed to represent District 5 at a special Jan. 9 meeting,...
Original post made on Jan. 10, 2023Last comment by Dawn1234, on Jan 19, 2023 at 12:34 pm | 28 comments | 7037 Views
OTHER TOPICS
Colder temperatures and king tides in the Bay Area's five-day forecastDry weather in the Bay Area's forecast is a welcome relief from recent storms, but it will bring chilly temperatures for...
Original post made on Jan. 19, 2023Last comment by Water Wary, on Jan 19, 2023 at 12:27 pm | 1 comment | 1663 Views
ATHERTON
Atherton City Council could limit picketing outside of homesThe Atherton City Council will vote at a Jan. 18 meeting on whether to limit targeted demonstrations in town, following last...
Original post made on Jan. 18, 2023Last comment by Angela Swartz, Almanac Staff Writer, on Jan 18, 2023 at 6:15 pm | 2 comments | 4188 Views
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