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MENLO PARK
I'm tired of StarbucksWhy do we need 5 of them in Menlo Park? I always try to go to Martha's pastries for my coffee or plantation, which are small...
Original post made by Jenna on Jan. 9, 2007Last comment by Mr. Man, on Jan 15, 2007 at 4:04 pm | 9 comments | 5771 Views
MENLO PARK
Boesch resigns (unbeknownst to Almanac)You gotta love the way our hometown newspaper, in its apparent effort to be the next Gentry, manages to cover every society...
Original post made by Local news? on Jan. 4, 2007Last comment by Nushound, on Jan 13, 2007 at 3:57 pm | 14 comments | 5913 Views
MENLO PARK
New MayorWell, it did not take long for the new spirit of openness and cooperation touted by Menlo Park’s incoming Mayor Kelly Fergusson...
Original post made by Disappointed Resident on Dec. 20, 2006Last comment by Finance Geek, on Jan 12, 2007 at 2:08 pm | 34 comments | 7140 Views
OTHER TOPICS
Two paths to improve African high schoolsThe following letter was published in the Almanac's Jan. 10 print edition: Editor: Congratulations on the excellent...
Original post made by Renee Batti on Jan. 10, 2007There are no comments yet. 5852 Views
OTHER TOPICS
Unhappy with PUC handling of chloramine health issuesThe following letter was published in the Almanac's Jan. 10 print edition: Editor: Thank you for the Dec. 27 article...
Original post made by Renee Batti on Jan. 10, 2007There are no comments yet. 5934 Views
OTHER TOPICS
Big bike rides exacerbate cyclist/motorist tensions<B>This letter was published in the Jan. 3 edition of the Almanac:</B> Editor: I am appalled at Brian Peterson's piece...
Original post made by Renee Batti on Jan. 2, 2007Last comment by Dr. Greg Wright, on Jan 9, 2007 at 4:48 pm | 8 comments | 6847 Views
THE LOCAL DISH
Not your average ham and cheese sandwichWhat the French do with the ham and cheese sandwich -- the Croque Monsieur -- is a marvel. What the Crepes Cafe in Menlo...
Original post made by Donna Con Brio on Dec. 14, 2006Last comment by Jenna, on Jan 9, 2007 at 2:03 pm | 1 comment | 6009 Views
ATHERTON
Fencing classes at Holbrook-Palmer ParkThe town of Atherton Parks and Recreation and SF Fencers' Club are offering beginning fencing classes at Holbrook-Palmer...
Original post made by Miriam Khosh on Jan. 9, 2007There are no comments yet. 6543 Views
OTHER TOPICS
Superman lived in our community.One year ago, Officer Richard May, was shot and killed in East Palo Alto while performing his pledged duty to serve and protect....
Original post made by Jay Gertridge on Jan. 5, 2007Last comment by friend, on Jan 7, 2007 at 8:34 pm | 1 comment | 5360 Views
THE LOCAL DISH
Best neighborhood Japanese spotIt's not the fanciest Japanese restaurant in Menlo Park, and certainly not the priciest, but Tokyo Subway is my favorite...
Original post made by Ichiban on Nov. 20, 2006Last comment by Ichiban, on Jan 5, 2007 at 4:42 pm | 3 comments | 6606 Views
AROUND TOWN
Tunes for Kids at Atherton LibraryMusician MaryLee Sunsieri will lead an interactive "Best of the Best" performance on at 4 p.m. on Monday, Jan. 8, at the...
Original post made by Andrea Gemmet on Jan. 4, 2007There are no comments yet. 6255 Views
AROUND TOWN
Acting locally on global warmingIn September, the Town Council of Portola Valley unanimously approved a resolution to sign the U.S Mayors Climate Protection...
Original post made by David Boyce on Dec. 11, 2006Last comment by Gail Slocum, on Jan 4, 2007 at 7:12 am | 11 comments | 7001 Views
SCHOOLS & KIDS
Local kids who trekked through Nepal post trailer of their documentary on YouTubeLocal kids who trekked through Nepal and filmed their adventures have a five-minute trailer of their work-in-progress documentary...
Original post made by andrea gemmet on Jan. 3, 2007Last comment by Diana, on Jan 3, 2007 at 8:52 pm | 3 comments | 6739 Views
WOODSIDE
Jan. 9 Town Council meeting cancelledTown Clerk Janet Kolesch says that the Town Council meeting scheduled for Tuesday, January 9, 2007, has been cancelled. ...
Original post made by andrea gemmet on Jan. 3, 2007There are no comments yet. 6309 Views
SCHOOLS & KIDS
No track classes at Summit Prep, unlike M-A<B>This letter was published in the Jan. 3 edition of the Almanac.</B> Editor: I have two children in high school, one...
Original post made by Renee Batti on Jan. 2, 2007There are no comments yet. 5767 Views
MENLO PARK
small plane noise 24/7is anyone else bothered by the noise of lo-flying small planes that occurs 50 to 60 times a day?? if so, then please contact...
Original post made by robert alvarez on Dec. 21, 2006Last comment by am, on Jan 2, 2007 at 6:11 am | 2 comments | 5945 Views
MENLO PARK
Lost Black Tibetan Terrier$2000 Reward. 9 y/o male, 25 lbs. Lost Saturday, 12/16. Last seen in Sharon Heights area of Menlo Park. Name is Cookie Monster....
Original post made by Dog owner on Dec. 27, 2006There are no comments yet. 5034 Views
SCHOOLS & KIDS
Considering a Year End Gift? Support the Boys & Girls ClubsConsidering a year-end gift? Your donation to the Boys & Girls Clubs of the Peninsula would be quadrupled. The youth organization,...
Original post made by Chris Canter on Dec. 26, 2006There are no comments yet. 5657 Views
MENLO PARK
Unsustainable committmentsEditor, More than one Menlo Park city council member has counted on union support in his/her public aspirations, yet I...
Original post made by Henry Riggs on Dec. 11, 2006Last comment by AnotherResident, on Dec 23, 2006 at 11:00 am | 4 comments | 5816 Views
MENLO PARK
What's your ideal Derry project?As members of Menlo Park Tomorrow and the O'Brien Group try and negotiate a new Derry project, I'm curious to hear what others...
Original post made by DerryAir on Dec. 21, 2006Last comment by AlsoBaffled, on Dec 22, 2006 at 5:20 pm | 3 comments | 5838 Views
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