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Police in search of duo who tried to take woman's wallet
Two people involved in an alleged pickpocketing attempt, which was caught on a nearby security camera, along El Camino Real on Thursday remain at large.
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Mayor: City left out from plan to reduce airplane noise
Palo Alto claims it was not informed of the San Francisco International Airport's proposal for new landing approaches, which was recently sent to the Federal Aviation Administration.
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State dedicates funds for 'deficient' city fire station
Fire Station 4 on Middlefield Road is benefiting from the state's record budget, which sets aside $5.2 million for the rebuilding project.
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In a first, Palo Alto police detail policy revisions in writing
Responding to a recent audit, the Palo Alto Police Department has revised numerous policies pertaining to internal investigations, canine deployments and incidents involving police force or misconduct.
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Where to salute the red, white and blue this weekend
Check out our guide to local Independence Day events, including a free festival in Palo Alto, a parade in East Palo Alto and a fireworks spectacular in Mountain View.
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Photo Contest winners expose power of creativity
This year's top images in the Peninsula Photo Contest represent a rich mix of subjects, from a curious raccoon to a mother desperate to keep up with a boy.
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Moonlight Run & Walk is back for the 38th year!
Register now to join your community in a 5K walk, 5K run, 10K run or a half marathon for a good cause. Sign up now and save $5.
Efforts to curb airplane noise leave Palo Alto leaders fuming
As the San Francisco International Airport explores new flights procedures for reducing airplane noise over Bay Area communities,... Last comment 7 hours ago | 31 comments
Audit finds flaws in Palo Alto's management of nonprofits
Palo Alto is preparing to tighten its policies around contracts with nonprofits after an audit found that the city's existing... Last comment on Jun 29, 2022 at 1:50 pm | 7 comments
Housing plan stretches Palo Alto's height limit
For decades, developers looking to build in Palo Alto faced a formidable restriction: a 50-foot height ceiling that limited... Last comment on Jul 3, 2022 at 1:53 pm | 5 comments
Redefining downtowns: Cities bank on 1970s planning tool to bring in new housing
Many cities on the Peninsula and around the Bay Area that are relying on precise plans to transform their downtowns. Those... Last comment on Jun 23, 2022 at 10:13 pm | 19 comments
Couple's Net
by Chandrama Anderson
Fidelity, Infidelity, Loyalty, Luck
Jul 2, 2022 | 0 comments
Peninsula Foodist
by The Peninsula Foodist
Mountain View's Castro Street opens up for an eat-and-greet to rally support for
businesses
Jun 29, 2022 | 0 comments
The Food Party!
by Laura Stec
Idaho Hot Springs
and Yellowstone – Travelin’ Solo
Jun 28, 2022 | 0 comments
An Alternative View
by Diana Diamond
The questionable morality of abortion
Jun 27, 2022 | 7 comments
"'Fog at Sunset'"
Fog rolling in at sunset to greet weekend (Montara Beach, California)
Submitted by Nienke Ruinard on Aug 28, 2018
Suspects sought in Palo Alto pickpocketing attempt
Palo Alto police are asking for the public's help in finding two suspects involved in an alleged pickpocketing attempt on Thursday, in which a woman tried to slip a wallet out of the victim's purse. Sunday, 4:31 PM
Efforts to curb airplane noise leave Palo Alto leaders fuming
As the San Francisco International Airport explores new flights procedures for reducing airplane noise over Bay Area communities, Palo Alto is voicing frustrations that its concerns continue to fall under the radar. Friday, 8:57 AM | 31 comments
How abortion ruling could affect IVF and embryonic research
The end of federal abortion rights could inspire groups that seek to protect embryos to urge greater limits on in vitro fertilization and embryonic stem cell research, Stanford law professor Hank Greely said. Friday, 9:14 AM
California climate rules won't be undercut by Supreme Court's ruling, experts say
The Supreme Court's decision to limit federal environmental protection rules will have little-to-no effect on California's carbon-reduction policies, according to experts. Monday, 8:59 AM
Antiques Roadshow draws 2,500 to Filoli
A power outage and heat wave couldn't stop thousands of people, lugging wooden chairs, paintings, cabinets on wheels, lamps and more, from turning out at the Filoli Estate in Woodside for the Antiques Roadshow. Sunday, 7:57 AM
Police investigate racist graffiti at Pardee Park as a hate crime
Police are investigating racist graffiti left on a play structure at Eleanor Pardee Park as a hate crime. Investigators do not know when the incident occurred and there is no suspect information. Friday, 9:50 AM
Second suspected case of monkeypox identified in Santa Clara County
Another probable case of monkeypox has been found in a county resident, the county Public Health Department said Thursday. The case is not connected to a previous case announced on June 23. Friday, 9:27 AM | 2 comments
Housing plan stretches Palo Alto's height limit
For decades, developers looking to build in Palo Alto faced a formidable restriction: a 50-foot height ceiling that limited most new buildings to four stories. The city's proposed plan for adding housing will test this limit. Wednesday, 11:20 PM | 5 comments
Is this a scam? Tips to identify fraud schemes and how to get help
Scammers targeting older adults are experts at throwing their victims off balance by presenting urgent situations that can be solved only by the immediate transfer of cash. Friday, 6:59 AM | 9 comments
Here's what local city, transit services will be on hand this July Fourth
This year, the Fourth of July falls on a Monday, pausing some city of Palo Alto services and leading transportation agencies serving the area to run modified schedules in observance of the holiday. Friday, 9:30 AM
Around Town: Palo Alto 13s All Stars take home District 52 championship
State budget boosts Palo Alto's effort to replace fire station, rebuild Newell Road Bridge
Sleeping man, found with stolen loaded gun in car, arrested
Santa Clara County supervisors want to increase fines, enforcement for tobacco sales violations
Hillsborough couple Bruce and Davina Isackson sentenced in college admissions scam
Audit finds flaws in Palo Alto's management of nonprofits
Downtown Streets Team CEO announces retirement from nonprofit
Photo essay: Life under the coronavirus
PUBLIC AGENDA: Proposed facade improvements on East Bayshore, changes to restaurant
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Mountain View's Castro Street opens up for an eat-and-greet to rally support for
businesses
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Idaho Hot Springs
and Yellowstone – Travelin’ Solo
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Fidelity, Infidelity, Loyalty, Luck
By Chandrama Anderson | 0 comments | 1,299 views
Register today to support local nonprofits
The 38th annual Moonlight Run and Walk is Friday evening, September 9. Proceeds go to the Palo Alto Weekly Holiday Fund, benefiting local nonprofits that serve families and children in Santa Clara and San Mateo Counties. Join us under the light of the full Harvest Moon on a 5K walk, 5K run, 10K run or half marathon. Complete your race in person or virtually to support local nonprofits.