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What happens when reasonable developments are turned down
From today's SJ Mercury News:
"Mercury News Editorial
Posted: 05/31/2013 03:00:00 PM PDT
Updated: 06/02/2013 05:51:21 PM PDT
San Jose City Councilman Pierluigi Oli... |
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on Jun 3, 2013 at 6:50 am by Peter Carpenter, a resident of the Atherton: Lindenwood neighborhood |
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Menlo Park predicts extreme traffic delays for pipeline project in late June
The week of June 24 will be marked by construction crews grinding asphalt and paving portions of Sand Hill Road in Menlo Park, according to city staff.
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on Jun 3, 2013 at 6:31 am by Editor, The Almanac Online |
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Redistricting Committee a short history
In June 2006 Jerry Hill successfully runs a campaign and wins for Supervisor for the 3rd time and takes an oath to fulfill the 4 year obligation. Shortly thereafter he chooses... |
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on May 31, 2013 at 10:58 am by Michael G Stogner, a resident of another community |
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advertisers force Facebook to censor right-wing free speech
Be careful if engage in right-wing free speech such as discussions on legitimate rape on Facebook. Facebook may delete your posts as well as cancel your account. Story in the ... |
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on May 29, 2013 at 7:58 pm by Hmmm, a resident of another community |
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Upcoming events at Atherton Library
Summer Reading Program starts June 1st. All ages are welcome to participate. The theme is "Reading is So Delicious!" Come in to pick up a reading log starting this Saturday! S... |
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on May 29, 2013 at 10:47 am by Atherton Library, a resident of the Atherton: other neighborhood |
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Sharing from the garden
The second Garden Share event under the redwoods at Portola Valley Town Center drew a gathering of 20 or 25 people and a picnic table of fresh goods between 10 and 11 a.m. on ... |
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on May 28, 2013 at 5:06 pm by Jan Schachter, a resident of the Portola Valley: Westridge neighborhood |
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Tonight: What will new school look like, and how much should it cost?
What kind of school do Menlo Park City School District residents want to see built on the district's former O'Connor School site, and how much are they willing to pay for it? ... |
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on May 28, 2013 at 11:51 am by whatever, a resident of the Menlo Park: Central Menlo Park neighborhood |
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Whos is the best Bay Area Surgeon for Total Knee Replacement Surgery
I need a total knee replacement. Four names come to mind and I am soliciting Almanac readers for their opinions on who is the best. If you have a favorite not on the followi... |
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on May 26, 2013 at 8:43 am by Gimpy, a resident of the Menlo Park: Downtown neighborhood |
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Menlo Park hires consultant to study city's administrative services department
Now that a $25,000 review of the police department's internal operations is done, Menlo Park City Manager Alex McIntyre has hired a consultant to take a look at the city's adm... |
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on May 23, 2013 at 4:08 pm by Consultant, a resident of the Menlo Park: other neighborhood |
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A headmaster hangs up the chalk after 20 years of transformation
It was mid-afternoon on a glorious day -- sunny, mild, the air fragrant with spring. But on the Menlo School campus, Norman Colb wasn't out smelling the roses. Instead, he sai... |
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on May 23, 2013 at 9:00 am by Editor, The Almanac Online |
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Menlo Park community services director expects cost-of-living increases for employees
A 2 percent cost of living increase and travel expenses for professional development figure into Menlo Park's community services budget for fiscal year 2013-2014, according to... |
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on May 22, 2013 at 2:03 pm by randy albin, a resident of another community |
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Supervisors Approve 25 new jobs on Consent Agenda
where a single vote and NO discussion is needed. Of the 25 positions 2 of them are for supervisors to the 23 other positions. Its a shame we weren't able to have a discussion,... |
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on May 22, 2013 at 10:32 am by Michael G Stogner, a resident of another community |
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I want a girl like the girls on Fox News
My liberal days are over.
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on May 20, 2013 at 1:09 pm by CJ, a resident of another community |
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Friday shooting: Victim probably shot himself
A 19-year-old man injured in a shooting in East Palo Alto Friday afternoon probably shot himself, Police Chief Ronald Davis said.
Read the full story here Web Link... |
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on May 20, 2013 at 10:08 am by LMGTFY, a resident of the Menlo Park: Belle Haven neighborhood |
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Sunday: Atherton's 'Evening in Paris'
The Mid-Peninsula League of the San Francisco Symphony will celebrate "An Evening in Paris" with cocktails, floral displays, fine dining and musical entertainment on Sunday, M... |
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on May 19, 2013 at 11:52 am by Editor, The Almanac Online |
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Public asked to help families devastated by fire
Redwood City officials are asking the public to help families who lost everything in an apartment building fire in the unincorporated North Fair Oaks neighborhood May 15. ... |
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on May 19, 2013 at 3:51 am by Editor, The Almanac Online |
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Golden Shears celebrates 50th year
When Louis Arenas opened his barbershop in downtown Menlo Park, he wanted it to be an old-fashioned type of place, where customers could feel as if they were returning to anot... |
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on May 17, 2013 at 5:52 pm by SteveC, a resident of the Menlo Park: Downtown neighborhood |
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Robert Taylor honored for pioneering work on computers, Internet
Robert W. Taylor, a Woodside resident for 30 years and a visionary in the development of computer networks and modern personal computing, including the availability of informa... |
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on May 17, 2013 at 5:01 pm by Al Gore Fan, a resident of the Menlo Park: Central Menlo Park neighborhood |
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Prosecutor: Ayres verdict brings relief to victims
After years of legal wrangling, Dr. William Hamilton Ayres, an 81-year-old former San Mateo psychiatrist accused of molesting boys during examinations in the 1990s, has pleade... |
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on May 17, 2013 at 2:49 pm by Jonathan, a resident of the Menlo Park: Felton Gables neighborhood |
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Ormondale principal named
Kevin Keegan, an elementary school principal in the Santa Clara Unified School District, has been appointed the new principal of Ormondale School in Portola Valley.
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on May 17, 2013 at 12:13 pm by Editor, The Almanac Online |
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Dr. William Ayres pleads guilty to child molestation today
Just in: Dr. William Ayres, the court appointed psychiatrist to hundreds of juveniles in San Mateo County, will plead guilty to child molestation today.
Sentencing is Augu... |
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on May 17, 2013 at 4:13 am by Lurker, a resident of another community |
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Odd twist in Sequoia Healthcare District election
The Sequoia Healthcare District elections resemble a game of musical chairs this year. Director Jack Hickey, whose third term wouldn't expire until 2014, is still running for ... |
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on May 16, 2013 at 2:03 pm by Jack Hickey, a resident of the Woodside: Emerald Hills neighborhood |
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M-A forum on planning for growth
In a public forum at 7 p.m. Monday, May 13, in the Performing Arts Center at Menlo-Atherton High School, officials from the Sequoia Union High School District will be seeking ... |
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on May 15, 2013 at 9:57 pm by Read the article, a resident of the Woodside: other neighborhood |
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Menlo Park fire chief recovering from fall
After tumbling off a ladder at his San Jose home over the weekend, Menlo Park Fire Protection District Chief Harold Schapelhouman is on the mend.
Read the full story here h... |
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on May 15, 2013 at 2:42 pm by Michael G Stogner, a resident of another community |
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Tonight: Police contract talks on Atherton agenda
A session to allow the public to comment on upcoming contract talks between the town and the police union, and potential changes in the city manager's contract, are on the age... |
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on May 15, 2013 at 12:19 pm by Linkage, a resident of the Atherton: other neighborhood |
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