Woodside and SoCal developer wrangle over 16-story housing project’s fate
Among Woodside’s redwood trees, open space and horse stables, a 16-story housing complex would be an unusual sight in a town that prizes its rural lifestyle. A development proposal from a Southern California developer could change all that.Â
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Sheriff’s Office arrests two in connection to Woodside home burglary
The San Mateo County Sheriff’s Office arrested two suspects from Redwood City in connection with a residential burglary that occurred on June 13 in Woodside, according to a press release on June 22. Law enforcement officials used security footage and…
Left Bank Brasserie closing Tuesday after nearly three decades in Menlo Park
After 28 years in downtown Menlo Park, Left Bank Brasserie is closing its doors after service ends Tuesday evening.
San Mateo County History Museum to open Tom Martinez sports exhibit
The San Mateo County History Museum will open a new exhibit to the public Friday, June 26, honoring Tom Martinez, the longtime College of San Mateo coach who mentored generations of athletes, including Tom Brady.
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Food
Michelin removes 7 Peninsula restaurants from its guide
Michelin has removed seven Peninsula restaurants from its illustrious guide after Wednesday night’s California awards ceremony in San Diego.
The scoop on Ethan’s Granola: Redwood City 9-year-old’s brand is growingÂ
Move over, school bake sales and neighborhood lemonade stands: Redwood City’s Ethan Vitus is running his own homemade food brand while still an elementary school student.Â
This new craft coffee shop is located in a Redwood City church
Walk into Rise City Church, and you’ll be met with more than prayer and sermons – you’ll find craft coffee and matcha.
Arts & Culture
Stanford Jazz Festival brings centennials, string quartets and stars
The 54th annual festival, which runs through July 31, features a summer of celebrating both jazz masters and bold new ideas.
What’s up this week: Comedian Laurie Kilmartin, a ska anniversary show, Classical on the Square, AI in healthcare and more
This week, see Bay Area-raised comedian Laurie Kilmartin; celebrate the ’90s ska revival with Let’s Go Bowling and Monkey; catch a free family-friendly classical concert; explore the intersection of science and Silicon Valley history and more.
America’s 250th birthday: A guide to Fourth of July events on the Peninsula and beyond
From fireworks and festivals to live music and drone shows, here’s where you can celebrate the nation’s milestone anniversary.
Spotlight
Why more Peninsula homeowners are choosing to remodel instead of move
Across the Peninsula, more homeowners are choosing to renovate their existing homes instead of putting them on the market.The trend has become increasingly visible in communities such as Palo Alto, Menlo Park, Los Altos and Mountain View, where longtime homeowners…
Local nonprofit offers no-cost home repairs to eligible Mountain View, Los Altos and Palo Alto homeowners
Since 1989 Rebuilding Together Peninsula (RTP) has been ensuring safe and healthy homes for our neighbors to age in place and live in comfort. RTP offers a variety of repairs, at no cost to eligible homeowners.
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UC Berkeley’s plans for massive Moffett space center raise housing concerns
For the better part of a decade, NASA Ames and UC Berkeley have been planning to build a $2 billion space center at Moffett Field, but few details about the massive project have been publicly known. That changed recently with…
Meta halts $3.5B project, leaving Belle Haven empty-handed
For the three decades that Peter Adams has lived in Menlo Park’s Belle Haven neighborhood, he hasn’t had access to basic amenities such as a full-service grocery store. Now, he will have to wait even longer after Meta halted work…
Real Estate
Peninsula history: Palo Alto’s post office design was too modern for Washington — until a U.S. president stepped in
On June 24, 1932, Palo Alto received approval to build a post office so different from any other in the nation that it almost didn’t happen. While the design fit naturally in Palo Alto among the nearly 100 buildings Clark…
Peninsula homeowners try to cash in on World Cup visitors
For some Peninsula homeowners, the World Cup represented an opportunity to generate extra income by renting out spare rooms, guest houses and entire homes to visiting soccer fans. But while the tournament is drawing visitors to the Bay Area, some…
Summer tree pruning: What to cut and what to leave alone on the Peninsula
Early summer often sparks the annual debate over when to prune. While tree trimming is commonly associated with winter dormancy, this season can also be an important window for thinning and shaping certain trees, depending on the species, their health…
The Six Fifty
One way to beat World Cup traffic in Silicon Valley? A free valet for bikes and scooters
Getting in and out of Levi’s Stadium has been a challenge for some as part of the World Cup experience. A growing number of fans have decided the answer is to skip traditional commuting methods and turn to Silicon Valley…
As the Pacifica Pier faces an uncertain fate, its closure has the community that calls it home reeling
Locals and visitors have rallied around Chit Chat Cafe and the city of Pacifica as crews work to stabilize the pier.
Where to find World Cup watch parties, family-friendly festivities and special promos on the Peninsula
Whether you’re a diehard soccer spectator or a casual fan looking to watch games in a fun atmosphere, make it a goal to read up on The Six Fifty’s guide to local World Cup-oriented events to prepare.
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