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How Newsom would close the achievement gap in California schoolsGov. Gavin Newsom advocates "completely reimagining" California's schools to equalize academic outcomes, but will it work? Read...
Original post made on Jun. 1, 2022Last comment by Menlo Lifestyle, on Jun 15, 2022 at 10:56 am | 3 comments | 2244 Views
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PG&E warns of possible outages, urges preparation for Friday heatPG&E is encouraging customers around the Bay Area to prepare for excessive heat on Friday that could contribute to power...
Original post made on Jun. 10, 2022Last comment by Enough, on Jun 11, 2022 at 4:46 pm | 3 comments | 2467 Views
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Voter guide: Sheriff Carlos Bolanos says as incumbent he's the 'most qualified person' for the jobCarlos Bolanos is in the midst of his first reelection campaign for San Mateo County Sheriff, a position he's held for almost...
Original post made on May. 11, 2022Last comment by Hmmm, on Jun 8, 2022 at 12:34 pm | 45 comments | 9250 Views
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In town hall, local Congress members talk about gun violence preventionIn honor of National Gun Violence Awareness Day, Rep. Anna Eshoo held a virtual town hall Friday with Rep. Mike Thompson...
Original post made on Jun. 5, 2022Last comment by Dave Boyce, on Jun 6, 2022 at 2:32 pm | 4 comments | 2246 Views
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After Texas shooting: A call to 'advance our resolve' from California state officialsGov. Gavin Newsom and the state's top Democrats vowed to "expedite" the gun control bills currently moving through the Legislature. Read...
Original post made on May. 26, 2022Last comment by Brian, on Jun 4, 2022 at 9:55 pm | 9 comments | 2565 Views
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Driver killed in high-speed crash on University AvenueA car going at a high speed crashed and split into two pieces on University Avenue in East Palo Alto on Monday night, according...
Original post made on May. 26, 2022Last comment by Hmmm, on Jun 4, 2022 at 1:21 pm | 2 comments | 3900 Views
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Ravenswood's Measure I campaign raises $7K, spends $13KThe latest campaign finance reports were released this week. Read the full story here https://www.almanacnews.com/news/2022/05/28/ravenswoods-measure-i-campaign-raises-7k-spends-13...
Original post made on May. 28, 2022Last comment by Enough, on May 28, 2022 at 9:14 pm | 1 comment | 2160 Views
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Police to increase presence at schools this week in response to massacre at school in TexasLocal police departments plan to deploy more officers around campuses this week. Read the full story here https://www.almanacnews.com/news/2022/05/25/police-to-increase-presence-a...
Original post made on May. 25, 2022Last comment by MenloVoter., on May 25, 2022 at 1:20 pm | 2 comments | 2773 Views
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Redwood City restaurant owners reflect on ADA lawsuitsPeninsula restaurant owners react to a U.S. District Court judge's dismissal of an Americans with Disabilities Act case filed...
Original post made on May. 18, 2022Last comment by MenloVoter., on May 19, 2022 at 7:45 am | 3 comments | 6082 Views
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East Palo Alto sends message to shooters: 'We're not going to tolerate this'East Palo Alto police, city officials and faith leaders vowed on Wednesday, in the aftermath of a deadly shooting the night...
Original post made on May. 18, 2022Last comment by Resident , on May 19, 2022 at 6:00 am | 2 comments | 4003 Views
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Ladera couple's cross-country bike trip focuses on stroke and aphasia awarenessWhat Steve Zuckerman calls a "wacky cross-country trip" and a bucket list item for him and his wife Debra Meyerson, may also...
Original post made on May. 16, 2022Last comment by Linda, on May 16, 2022 at 12:33 pm | 1 comment | 3494 Views
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Two injured when teen accidentally discharges firearm in parked vehicleTwo teenagers were injured early Thursday morning when one of them accidentally discharged a firearm while he was in his...
Original post made on May. 15, 2022Last comment by MenloVoter., on May 16, 2022 at 7:41 am | 3 comments | 2589 Views
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Voter guide: Christina Corpus aims to change sheriff's office culture through community-based policing and transparencyFor Christina Corpus being a woman in law enforcement has been a challenge since the beginning. She aims to change that culture...
Original post made on May. 12, 2022Last comment by Jett, on May 15, 2022 at 9:42 pm | 6 comments | 8899 Views
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Four candidates vie for the District 3 seat on the San Mateo County Board of SupervisorsFour candidates are vying for the District 3 seat on the San Mateo County Board of Supervisors in the June 7 primary election. Read...
Original post made on May. 15, 2022Last comment by Petra Karenter, on May 15, 2022 at 11:01 am | 1 comment | 11062 Views
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Menlo-Atherton Leo Club at Encinal Family Science NightThe Menlo-Atherton Leo Club led a hands-on experiment for about 60 students at Encinal Elementary School for their Family...
Original post made by M-A Leo Club on May. 11, 2022There are no comments yet. 734 Views
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Woman robbed inside Nordstrom at Stanford Shopping CenterA woman who was shopping at Nordstrom at Stanford Shopping Center was robbed of $2,500 in purchases while inside the store...
Original post made on Apr. 27, 2022Last comment by Menlo Voter., on Apr 27, 2022 at 6:12 pm | 3 comments | 3259 Views
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Menlo Park budget braces for return to pre-pandemic normalcyA draft budget for the city's 2022-23 fiscal year comes with a long list of funding requests for more building projects,...
Original post made on Apr. 21, 2022Last comment by MP mom, on Apr 23, 2022 at 10:18 am | 6 comments | 2883 Views
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Berman curses during heated hearing on 'unprofessional conduct' billAssembly member Marc Berman apologized Tuesday after cursing out loud at public speakers who were complaining about a proposed...
Original post made on Apr. 22, 2022Last comment by Brian, on Apr 22, 2022 at 7:23 am | 1 comment | 2237 Views
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Menlo Park Briefs: Planning commission to discuss 400-unit Parkline development, redistricting commission to review maps of new council districtsIn this week's Menlo Park briefs, the city planning commission will hold a study session on the Parkline development, and...
Original post made on Mar. 28, 2022Last comment by PH, on Apr 21, 2022 at 5:14 pm | 18 comments | 5189 Views
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Mullin takes fundraising lead in race to succeed Rep. Jackie SpeierBoosted by a strong quarter and a personal loan to his own campaign, Assembly member Kevin Mullin has taken a fundraising...
Original post made on Apr. 18, 2022Last comment by Retired Realtor, on Apr 18, 2022 at 12:42 pm | 1 comment | 3007 Views
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