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Board of Education invites city to pitch ideas for Cubberley
A recent letter from the Palo Alto school board reiterates its interest in leasing at least 7 acres to the city to enable something more ambitious.
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Author explores Palo Alto's global influence in explosive new book
In his new book, "Palo Alto," Malcolm Harris describes the city as "the belly of the capitalist beast." He expanded on that idea during an event with the Palo Alto Weekly on Thursday.
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Police find nothing after bomb threat at Stanford mall
Police and security officers searched Stanford Shopping Center on Wednesday morning after a bomb threat was called in. No explosives were found.
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Silicon Valley Bank's downfall freezes plan for new branch
The embattled bank wants to put its plan to open a California Avenue office on hold until they hear more from federal regulators.
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Join our Photo Contest before time runs out!
We want to see the world through your eyes. Anyone who lives, works or studies in the 6-5-0 area code is eligible to submit their best photos to our Peninsula Photo Contest.
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The Old Pro is making a comeback
Plans are in the works to bring back the beloved bar, albeit with a few differences, thanks to restaurateur Guillaume Bienaimé.
Fallen trees cause power outages for about 2,500 Palo Alto Utilities customers
Strong winds and stormy conditions caused trees to fall down in Palo Alto, where two separate power outages are impacting... Last comment on Mar 17, 2023 at 6:41 pm | 32 comments
Midtown zoning dispute puts City Council in a bind
When Nitin Handa bought a parcel of land last November, he had every intention of building a home and few reasons to think... Last comment 4 hours ago | 21 comments
As retail trends shift, Palo Alto looks for new economic strategy
Faced with high vacancies and fewer daytime workers to support businesses, Palo Alto is moving toward adopting a new economic... Last comment on Mar 19, 2023 at 2:48 am | 21 comments
Tensions flare over creek authority's plan to replace bridges, widen channel
Despite a funding shortage and pockets of resistance from residents along San Francisquito Creek, an agency charged with... Last comment on Mar 16, 2023 at 9:32 am | 17 comments
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Palo Alto Unified looks to revive negotiations on Cubberley redevelopment
When regulators took over Silicon Valley Bank, startups scrambled to make payroll
Malcolm Harris details the legacy of Stanford, Hoover, eugenics in interview
Around Town: New documentary puts Aaron Persky's removal from bench back in the spotlight
Judge hears Elizabeth Holmes' request to remain free while appeal resolved
Project Cornerstone brings community together to help children become thriving adults
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