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Downtown merchants feeling the recession
Real-estate broker Sam Arsan's phone normally rings off the hook. But not lately. "Over the past month, that has slowed down to a trickle due to the credit market," Arsan said... |
Editor |
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on Nov 5, 2008 at 7:15 pm by time to enjoy, a resident of Another Palo Alto neighborhood |
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The "Bike Boulevard"
I find it interesting that Bryant St. is the bike boulevard for Palo Alto, yet it is the bumpiest street in town. I think it's about time that it is repaved. |
Alice |
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on Sep 18, 2006 at 5:06 pm by Chris, a resident of the Midtown neighborhood |
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where can I find the shuttle schedule
Hi,
I am in town without a car for the next couple of days. I was told there was a shuttle that run up and down Embarcadero all day long. Is there a shuttle schedule availa... |
Chloe |
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on Nov 28, 2006 at 2:49 am by Mary, a resident of the Duveneck/St. Francis neighborhood |
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Vigils Planned by MoveOn to Mark 4 years of War in Palo Alto
MOVEON.ORG POLITICAL ACTION
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> More than 64 Iraq Anniversary Vigils in our Region
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> and over 1,000 Vigils Nationwide Will Reject Escalation,
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> Honor the Sacr... |
Alice Smith |
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on Oct 31, 2007 at 10:57 am by Jerry Cox, a resident of the Fairmeadow neighborhood |
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farm delivery boxes?
Hi! We're moving to the area soon and very excited. I have heard about CSA's in California that offer delivery of fresh local produce from cooperative farms. Does anyone ha... |
Emily |
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5 |
on Nov 22, 2006 at 8:48 pm by Matthew Barker, a resident of the South of Midtown neighborhood |
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Derelict Gas Station
It has been mentioned here before, but the derelict gas station on Middlefield is an eyesore, a reminder of what we had that was very useful, a possible hangout for illegal ac... |
Midtown Resident |
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30 |
on Oct 1, 2007 at 1:51 pm by Vivian, a resident of the Midtown neighborhood |
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Amazing Challenge Day Program
We have an exciting event coming up at Menlo-Atherton High School on October 30 & 31st, called Challenge Days.
This is the third year that MAHS is offering the program to f... |
Margie Lawrence |
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on Oct 20, 2006 at 1:59 pm by Leigh Cambra, a resident of the Barron Park neighborhood |
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Fox News slams Palo Alto
If you saw the "1/2 Hour News Hour" tonight, but they slammed our town by interviewing some expert from here. I'm upset. They pointed out that those CFL blubs, if broken, will... |
tammy |
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on Jun 25, 2007 at 9:17 am by Help!, a resident of the South of Midtown neighborhood |
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Town Square Selective Moderating?
Just wondering why the moderator of this forum selectively deletes posts?
Some of these posts are getting deleted that are not offensive in any which way.
For example,... |
delete-happy moderators? |
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18 |
on Oct 4, 2006 at 10:17 am by WH, a resident of the Crescent Park neighborhood |
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Palo Alto endorses new strategy for housing
In a radical departure from recent trends, Palo Alto officials endorsed on Monday a new vision for housing development that prizes taller buildings with smaller units and mini... |
Editor |
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on Jul 17, 2012 at 8:29 am by noondensehousing, a resident of the Barron Park neighborhood |
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Three Potato Four is a Rare Gem
I recently discovered this weekly home delivery service for prepared, organic vegetarian food. There is a kid’s menu, and you can choose from individual or family sizes. I l... |
Rachel Pomerantz |
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0 |
on Nov 26, 2006 at 3:38 pm by Rachel Pomerantz, a resident of another community |
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Michael of Homer Street Peet's
I went to Peet's this morning after a three-week trip out of town and a familiar face was missing. In its place was a memorial to Michael, who used to serve me coffee and frui... |
Concerned Peet\'s Customer |
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on Jun 5, 2007 at 8:59 pm by Stephanie Treece, a resident of another community |
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Please Wear a Helmet!
I drive on Sand Hill everyday to commute to work and often there are so many cyclists who are not wearing a helmet. Please wear a helmet! And if you are in scrubs or wearing a... |
kathryn |
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on Aug 21, 2006 at 6:25 am by J.Johnson, a resident of Another Palo Alto neighborhood |
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Move Your Car Or Be Towed!
I just arrived home to find a TOW Warning note on the kid car that stays at the curb when not in use. It says that I have only 72 hours to move the vehicle or it will be cite... |
Resident |
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on Aug 20, 2009 at 9:57 am by snoopy, a resident of another community |
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Are they moving that old church?
Does anyone know what they are doing with that building on Ramona near downtown? It looks like they are going to move it. Any idea on what's going on? If they are moving it, w... |
Izzy |
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on Feb 18, 2007 at 8:08 am by Carol, a resident of the Old Palo Alto neighborhood |
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where's the photo credit?
Ahhh, excuse me. How could Norbert be at the hospital and a bar at practically the same time on New Years? |
Tyler |
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on Jan 5, 2007 at 2:16 pm by Tyler, a resident of the Barron Park neighborhood |
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Caltrain increases horn volumes AND stress levels
It has been my personal experience, living in downtown Menlo Park, that the Caltrain horns have become outrageously louder in the past week or so. Then I read today these sto... |
Pierced Ears |
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on Aug 2, 2009 at 11:16 am by Pierced Ears, a resident of Menlo Park |
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Keplterize JJ&F?
ANOTHER KEPLERS TALE? ... The mere suggestion that JJ&F, College Terrace's independent, family-owned grocery store, may be forced to close it doors has put neighbors and longt... |
moonwalk |
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on Mar 3, 2010 at 6:25 pm by Terrace Ex, a resident of the College Terrace neighborhood |
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Scotts Seafood Demolished
Some guy had a camera when they pulled down the old Scotts Seafood restaurant over on E. Bayshore this morning. He posted them on Backfence.com.
I never did make it to Scot... |
John |
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on Sep 6, 2006 at 4:19 pm by RS, a resident of the Duveneck/St. Francis neighborhood |
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See great paintings at Pacific Art League - Mencher
Some friends were in town Friday night, so we decided to visit the Pacific Art League. The members' show downstair is really quite good, but we ventured upstairs after hearing... |
Victoria C. |
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0 |
on Jul 9, 2006 at 12:11 pm by Victoria C., a resident of Stanford |
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Miki's Market in Palo Alto to close
Less than six months after Miki's Farm Fresh Market opened its doors at Alma Plaza, filling a vacancy that has blighted the plaza for seven years, the store has announced its ... |
Editor |
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on May 2, 2013 at 3:45 pm by Hopeful Neighbor, a resident of the Midtown neighborhood |
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2007 wishes for all Palo Altans
Decent libraries (although the email reminders are a great resource that other libraries don't have)
Decent language education for all PAUSD children
Decent school bound... |
California Dreamin\' |
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on Jan 10, 2007 at 10:19 am by California Dreamin\', a resident of Another Palo Alto neighborhood |
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California Avenue Farmer's Market Opens on Sunday, June 3rd, 9am-5pm
Come one! Come all!
Please mark your calendars for the Grand Opening of the California Avenue Farmer's Market, Sunday, June 3rd from 9:00AM-1:00PM, brought to you by the C... |
Sanford Forte |
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on May 30, 2007 at 1:17 pm by Resident, a resident of Another Palo Alto neighborhood |
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Dish area reopens to hikers, joggers
The popular Dish area in the Stanford hills reopened to hikers and joggers on Saturday after being closed since a 171-acre grass fire on June 25. Photo by Norbert von der Groe... |
Editor |
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on Jul 25, 2007 at 5:58 pm by murphy, a resident of another community |
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Welcome Back, Diana, and discussion
It's wonderful to have your columns available again. I thank the Weekly for that.
I tried to get the Daily editor to invite guest columns from residents, but she said the... |
Natalie Fisher |
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on Oct 22, 2009 at 11:11 am by Sad98, a resident of the Crescent Park neighborhood |
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