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Palo Alto City Council members look to raise their own salariesAfter approving raises for just about every major labor group over the past year, the Palo Alto City Council is now shifting its focus to employees who some members believe are overdue for a salary bump: themselves.
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How rain gardens are being used to protect East Palo Alto from floodingLast winter, residents experienced the second largest flood in East Palo Alto history. Now Bay Area nonprofits are installing gardens designed to soak up stormwater and mitigate future flooding.
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Walking for a cure: Students raise nearly $140K for Type 1 diabetes researchJoining a national effort to develop a cure for Type 1 diabetes, a group of five teenagers in Palo Alto has helped raise nearly $140,000 to fund research on the disease.
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Caltrain plans for 4-track segments complicate Palo Alto's effort to redesign rail crossingsCalifornia's high-speed rail system may be more than a decade away from completion, but the beleaguered project is casting a growing shadow over Palo Alto's plans to separate its streets from its rail tracks.
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New 'days' for downtown galleryQualia Contemporary Art recently moved to a larger space in downtown Palo Alto. The gallery opened "The Edge of Days," its inaugural show in the new location, earlier this month.
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Holiday Fund: Cultivating a love of swimmingWhen a local high school swimmer couldn't pay her school's $1,500 per trimester team membership, Beyond Barriers Athletic Foundation stepped in with a scholarship. Now she's a dedicated member of the team.
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Palo Alto Weekly launches annual Holiday Fund campaign with $800K goalThe annual Palo Alto Weekly Holiday Fund campaign is getting underway this week with the aim of raising much-needed funds for local nonprofits that provide a safety net for families, children and adults in need on the Peninsula.
Caltrain plans for 4-track segments complicate Palo Alto's effort to redesign rail crossings
California's high-speed rail system may be more than a decade away from construction, but the beleaguered project is casting... Last comment 11 hours ago | 17 comments
High-rise development proposed for Mollie Stone's site in Palo Alto
A developer who owns a property next to the California Avenue Caltrain station is advancing one of the most ambitious projects... Last comment 3 hours ago | 64 comments
Silicon Valley congresswoman Anna Eshoo announces retirement
For the first time in two decades, a Silicon Valley congressmember is retiring, a decision that will shake up the South Bay's... Last comment on Nov 27, 2023 at 11:52 am | 13 comments
To add housing, Palo Alto looks beyond historic height limit
As part of a push for more housing, Palo Alto on Monday relaxed height, density and parking rules in several sections of... Last comment on Nov 27, 2023 at 11:08 am | 23 comments
The income of a typical homebuyer in the U.S. jumped to $107,000 from $88,000 last year, underscoring the increasing income required to buy a home, according to a recent report from the National Association of Realtors. Wednesday, 4:22 PM
Community organizations turn to rain gardens to prevent flooding in East Palo Alto
Home Sales: West Atherton home with in-law apartment on 1.11 acres fetches $13.2M
California homes affordable to only 1-in-5 buyers, yet Peninsula still sees 'over-asking' sales
How to outsource your holiday decorating this season
California reduces payments for rooftop solar power —for second time in a year
Santa Clara County has the 2nd most expensive U.S. housing market
Peninsula Foodist
by The Peninsula Foodist
Pacifica’s first brewery closes its doors
Nov 29, 2023 | 0 comments
Couple's Net
by Chandrama Anderson
Premiere! “I Do I Don’t: How to build a better marriage” – Here, a page/weekday
Nov 29, 2023 | 2 comments
An Alternative View
by Diana Diamond
Banning the public from PA City Hall
Nov 26, 2023 | 23 comments
A New Shade of Green
by Sherry Listgarten
Burning just one "old style" light bulb can cost $150 or more per year
Nov 26, 2023 | 10 comments
Santa Clara County Supervisor Joe Simitian formally announced on Wednesday his candidacy to replace U.S. Congresswoman Anna Eshoo, who will step away from Congress next year after nearly three decades in Washington, D.C. Wednesday, 9:55 AM | 12 comments
After three years of advocacy, Palo Alto Renters' Association to dissolve
Armed robbers take off with catalytic converter near Pardee Park
Palo Alto's new rental registry sparks debate over enforcement
California faces big challenges to implement new math guidelines
Newsom announces more funding in effort to clear encampments near highways
Palo Alto City Council members look to raise their own salaries
HMB Art & Pumpkin Festival brings back traditions Oct. 14 & 15
Palo Alto Weekly Holiday Fund
For the last 30 years, the Palo Alto Weekly Holiday Fund has given away almost $10 million to local nonprofits serving children and families. 100% of the funds go directly to local programs. It’s a great way to ensure your charitable donations are working at home.
To listen to Los Altos-raised musician Margo Cilker's latest album is to travel down a trail with a seasoned rambler; to hear a fresh voice with an old soul; and to reckon with nostalgia both real and imagined. Wednesday, 4:55 PM
A look at Qualia Contemporary Art's first show in its new home
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