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Nov 26, 2023 3:04 pm
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I last wrote about LED bulbs three years ago, when I was urging people... More
Nov 19, 2023 5:52 am
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Charlotta Hauksdóttir is a Palo Alto-based mixed media artist whose works incorporate the stunning natural landscapes of Iceland, her native country. As... More
Nov 12, 2023 5:31 am
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Effective energy pricing is key to transitioning away from fossil fuels. Americans are not always great at following rules but we are excellent at following prices.... More
Nov 5, 2023 5:22 am
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I recently got a nag email from the City of Palo Alto telling me that my house uses too much water. Not only am I using far more water than similar households,... More
Oct 29, 2023 6:17 am
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When I was a kid my family used to downhill ski pretty often. We would be on the mountain for most of the day, shivering on the way up, speeding down, slurping... More
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Backhaus in Burlingame finally opens for the holiday rush
By The Peninsula Foodist | 0 comments | 2,706 views
Burning just one "old style" light bulb can cost $150 or more per year
By Sherry Listgarten | 10 comments | 2,407 views
Fun Things to Do Around the Bay This Holiday – Peninsula Edition
By Laura Stec | 8 comments | 2,312 views
Banning the public from PA City Hall
By Diana Diamond | 23 comments | 1,768 views
Premiere! “I Do I Don’t: How to build a better marriage” – Here, a page/weekday
By Chandrama Anderson | 2 comments | 862 views
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.