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Stanford to close off most of its campus to visitorsStanford University will ban visitors who are not affiliated with its academic programs from entering much of its campus...
Original post made on Aug. 29, 2020Last comment by Peter Carpenter, on Sep 1, 2020 at 2:11 pm | 6 comments | 6397 Views
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Vote Yes on Proposition 32"The measure (Proposition 32) would change campaign finance rules by banning corporations and unions from contributing to...
Original post made by Hank Lawrence on Aug. 23, 2012Last comment by POGO, on Aug 25, 2012 at 10:15 am | 9 comments | 6377 Views
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Menlo Park: Locals weigh in on Stanford housing optionsIn an unusual second round of public scrutiny, Stanford's expansion plans are getting another look. Read the full story...
Original post made on Jun. 29, 2018Last comment by Stanford is a "non-profit", on Jun 30, 2018 at 9:12 am | 2 comments | 6371 Views
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Salon.com interview with Camille PagliaSalon.com is a progressive magazine enjoyed by many people in the Bay Area and across the country. Camille Paglia is a noted...
Original post made by Salon.com Reader on Aug. 21, 2013Last comment by Menlo Voter., on Jul 14, 2016 at 5:30 pm | 47 comments | 6368 Views
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Letter: Plastic bag ban would be a pain for everyoneThe stated purpose of the proposed plastic bag ban and 10-cent fee at checkout counters is to encourage shoppers to bring...
Original post made on May. 13, 2012Last comment by dirty bag, on May 16, 2012 at 12:12 pm | 11 comments | 6346 Views
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Portola Valley: Mountain lion spotted Monday nightA resident of Portola Valley spotted a mountain lion heading toward Portola Green Circle in the Brookside Park neighborhood...
Original post made on Apr. 12, 2011Last comment by Fred, on Apr 13, 2011 at 7:00 am | 4 comments | 6319 Views
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Do you know about Back-a-Yard Caribbean restaurant in Menlo Park?Check out this blog by Adam Paul on a Menlo Park restaurant: "In the office for the first time in weeks due to a colleague...
Original post made by News Hound on May. 15, 2007Last comment by Andrea Gemmet, on May 16, 2007 at 11:57 am | 1 comment | 6313 Views
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Don't bother with a brunch menu at Il FornaioFor my money, the only thing worth getting at brunch at Il Fornaio is the French toast. The lump of melting marscapone cheese...
Original post made by Prima Collazione on Dec. 13, 2006Last comment by Joanne, on Dec 14, 2006 at 7:34 am | 1 comment | 6305 Views
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Polish sausage at the Dutch GoosePlease correct me if I'm wrong about this, since I haven't been back to the Dutch Goose after the experience one night in...
Original post made by Dave B. on Feb. 7, 2007Last comment by Dave B., on Mar 14, 2007 at 2:47 pm | 7 comments | 6284 Views
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State legislation would require restaurants to post calorie content of meals in plain view<I>This press release was submitted by State Sen. Carole Migden:</I> SACRAMENTO—New legislation introduced by State...
Original post made by Checkout on Feb. 7, 2007Last comment by Eatin Good in the Neighborhood, on Apr 19, 2007 at 12:12 pm | 4 comments | 6269 Views
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Slocum, Masur face off in November==B Expanded version of previously posted story.== It's down to a two-person race for a seat on the five-member San Mateo...
Original post made on Jun. 12, 2012Last comment by numbers, on Jun 12, 2012 at 11:40 pm | 2 comments | 6250 Views
THE LOCAL DISH
Bella Vista in WoodsideThe Bay Guardian just ran a wordy, but positive, review of Bella Vista Restaurant. You can read about it here: http://www.sfbg.com/entry.php?entry_id=3035&catid=77&volume_id=254&iss...
Original post made by Local Yokel on Mar. 7, 2007There are no comments yet. 6204 Views
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Menlo College foursome in all-star bowl gameThe Menlo College football team will be well-represented at the 17th annual All-American Bowl after four seniors were named...
Original post made on Dec. 20, 2012Last comment by Todd Zeo, on Dec 20, 2012 at 12:23 pm | 1 comment | 6171 Views
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Democratic Central Committee endorses Shelly Masur for the Board of SupervisorsThe San Mateo County Democratic Central Commitee met last Thursday Night at the Transport Workers Union 505 Building in Burlingame...
Original post made by Dave Burruto Fan on Apr. 22, 2012Last comment by anne, on Apr 24, 2012 at 3:36 pm | 12 comments | 6148 Views
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Woodside riders worried over fate of horse trailWoodside equestrians fear they are about to lose another key stretch of horse trail in town, thanks to a new owner's development...
Original post made on May. 12, 2009Last comment by R.GORDON, on Jun 18, 2009 at 9:15 pm | 2 comments | 6147 Views
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Rock of Gibraltar rocksIn an otherwise very good article on Spanish cooking in the SF Chronicle's food section this week, the writer slighted the...
Original post made by Donna Con Brio on Jan. 11, 2007Last comment by Angela, on Jan 16, 2007 at 10:14 pm | 1 comment | 6143 Views
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Pleasure for the Palate at Red LotusMy family and I enjoyed a most delicious dinner at Red Lotus in the Ladera Shopping Center. The restaurant features the cuisine...
Original post made by Renee M. on Jan. 16, 2007Last comment by Angela Hey, on Apr 17, 2007 at 11:29 pm | 1 comment | 6129 Views
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What restaurant would you like us to review?What local restaurant would you like The Almanac to review? Or, write a review of your own in the Comment box below. For...
Original post made by Richard Hine on Jan. 13, 2008Last comment by Peace and Quiet, on Jan 13, 2008 at 6:35 pm | 1 comment | 6126 Views
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Allied Arts gets Cool -- hooray!I'm thrilled to hear that Jesse Cool is bringing her food wizardry to Allied Arts Guild. I was there a few days ago, and...
Original post made by Cool Fan on Apr. 18, 2007Last comment by Miss Picky, on Apr 19, 2007 at 10:58 am | 2 comments | 6124 Views
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WANTED: Kitchen gods and goddessesDo you know someone who's a fabulous home chef? Someone who not only is a wiz with a whisk and a sauce pan, but who also...
Original post made by Renee Batti on Mar. 20, 2007Last comment by Angela Hey, on Apr 17, 2007 at 10:48 pm | 1 comment | 6101 Views
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