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Windy weather and a car crash blamed for widespread power outages in Atherton, Menlo ParkPower outages hit affected thousands in neighborhoods throughout the Midpeninsula on Tuesday. In Atherton, roads were closed...
Original post made on Feb. 21, 2023Last comment by Westbrook, on Feb 25, 2023 at 1:39 am | 22 comments | 27587 Views
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A place to (soon) call home: Demolition work begins on housing project targeted for people with disabilitiesOn Wednesday, community members came together to mark the start of demolition work at 525 E. Charleston Road in Palo Alto...
Original post made on Feb. 21, 2023Last comment by Trish Bubenik, on Feb 21, 2023 at 12:15 pm | 1 comment | 4623 Views
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BLM protestors march through Menlo Park, demand stop to police brutality in wake of Tyre Nichols’ deathHolding up signs and fists, dozens of protestors on Saturday afternoon, Feb. 11, rallied against police brutality in Menlo...
Original post made on Feb. 13, 2023Last comment by Kamarlon Walker, on Feb 17, 2023 at 5:35 pm | 15 comments | 5824 Views
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Since 2000, enrollment has fallen 76% in Ravenswood schools, report showsRavenswood school district officials are reporting a significant drop in enrollment over the years, due to charter schools...
Original post made on Feb. 6, 2023Last comment by Mark Gilles, on Feb 14, 2023 at 3:53 pm | 12 comments | 3934 Views
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Terminated Meta content moderators worry about fake news flourishing in their absenceNearly 200 Meta content moderators who used to work at the tech company’s Mountain View office and now work in Fremont...
Original post made on Jan. 25, 2023Last comment by Frank Sterle Jr., on Feb 7, 2023 at 6:19 pm | 4 comments | 5618 Views
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Palo Alto sued over delay in adopting housing planTwo pro-housing groups are asking the court to limit Palo Alto’s control over approving development application because...
Original post made on Feb. 7, 2023Last comment by Liesel, on Feb 7, 2023 at 1:51 pm | 2 comments | 2289 Views
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Missing-dog mystery sparks police investigationCarolina Bruchilari thought her beloved German shepherd, Scott, would only be gone for two weeks when she entrusted him to...
Original post made on Jan. 16, 2023Last comment by Nanc, on Feb 4, 2023 at 8:33 pm | 2 comments | 7876 Views
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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 | 3394 Views
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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. 2535 Views
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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 | 3666 Views
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Local group pushing for sheriff oversight questions recent deaths at county jailAfter two people died after being at Maguire Correctional Facility in Redwood City, a group pushing for civilian oversight...
Original post made on Jan. 15, 2023Last comment by Menlo Voter., on Jan 16, 2023 at 3:48 pm | 2 comments | 4551 Views
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New San Mateo County Sheriff Christina Corpus to be sworn in SaturdayThe first Latina sheriff in the history of San Mateo County will be officially sworn in on Saturday at an inauguration ceremony...
Original post made on Jan. 8, 2023Last comment by Clevenger, on Jan 8, 2023 at 4:43 pm | 1 comment | 3581 Views
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Menlo Park council member Ray Mueller and residents speak out against delaying the appointment of his successorResidents and Menlo Park City Council Member Ray Mueller are pushing back against the decision to delay the appointment of...
Original post made on Dec. 28, 2022Last comment by Kobayashi Maru , on Jan 7, 2023 at 5:12 pm | 20 comments | 5576 Views
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New San Mateo County supervisors seated as board extends emergency proclamation for stormsTwo new members were welcomed to the San Mateo County Board of Supervisors during the board's first meeting of 2023 on Tuesday,...
Original post made on Jan. 4, 2023Last comment by Onnolee Trapp, on Jan 4, 2023 at 1:54 pm | 1 comment | 2504 Views
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San Mateo County health official offers tips when returning to flooded areasSan Mateo County Health Officer Dr. Scott Morrow warned residents Sunday that floodwater poses health and safety risks for...
Original post made on Jan. 2, 2023Last comment by KMOFFEN, on Jan 2, 2023 at 5:39 pm | 1 comment | 3678 Views
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East Palo Alto breaks ground on University Avenue pedestrian overcrossingA long-awaited pedestrian-bicycle overcrossing that's expected to make for safe passage over U.S. Highway 101 at University...
Original post made on Dec. 12, 2022Last comment by kbehroozi, on Dec 29, 2022 at 1:51 pm | 3 comments | 3668 Views
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A water leak damaged her business. Now a local tailor hopes people will return.Savannah Tailoring has had a rough few months, but its proprietor awaits a more prosperous new year. Read the full story...
Original post made on Dec. 28, 2022Last comment by Frozen, on Dec 28, 2022 at 12:43 pm | 1 comment | 2128 Views
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Martha Barragan edges out Webster Lincoln in East Palo Alto City Council raceThe tense race for two open seats came down to just 19 votes between Martha Barragan and Webster Lincoln. In the end, it...
Original post made on Dec. 11, 2022Last comment by Resident , on Dec 11, 2022 at 8:47 am | 1 comment | 2609 Views
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Menlo Park hosts tree lighting event, bringing back the holiday tradition for the first time since COVIDMenlo Park's tree lighting event was held for the first time since 2019 in Fremont Park on Friday, Dec. 2. The event included...
Original post made on Dec. 8, 2022There are no comments yet. 2842 Views
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Following Ray Mueller's electoral victory, Menlo Park seeks replacement for District 5 council seatFollowing Council member Ray Mueller’s election to the San Mateo Board of Supervisors and subsequent resignation, the Menlo...
Original post made on Dec. 5, 2022Last comment by Stuart Soffer, on Dec 7, 2022 at 4:03 pm | 6 comments | 3485 Views
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