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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 construction, but the beleaguered project is casting...
Original post made on Nov. 24, 2023Last comment by Paly Grad, 8 hours ago | 23 comments | 12683 Views
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Low, Lythcott-Haims join race to succeed Eshoo in CongressThe race to succeed Anna Eshoo in the U.S. Congress continues to solidify this week, with Assembly member Evan Low, D-Campbell,...
Original post made on Dec. 7, 2023Last comment by Online Name, 17 hours ago | 10 comments | 2719 Views
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Simitian announces bid to succeed Eshoo in CongressSanta Clara County Supervisor Joe Simitian formally announced on Wednesday his candidacy to replace U.S. Congresswoman Anna...
Original post made on Nov. 29, 2023Last comment by Fred Balin, on Dec 5, 2023 at 9:36 am | 24 comments | 5726 Views
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Finding a doctor for the end of lifeGeriatricians, who serve adults over 70 years old, possess a deeper understanding of the nuances of how aging affects the...
Original post made on Dec. 1, 2023Last comment by Annette, on Dec 4, 2023 at 7:04 pm | 3 comments | 2509 Views
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Citing urgency of climate change, Palo Alto resident enters race for Eshoo's seat in CongressJoby Bernstein is not a seasoned politician, but the Palo Alto resident believes his energy, enthusiasm and passion for investing...
Original post made on Dec. 2, 2023Last comment by Ocam's Razor, on Dec 4, 2023 at 1:15 pm | 2 comments | 3936 Views
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Health officials are advising the public to get vaccinations as respiratory illnesses spreadAs the holiday season gets into full swing, public health officials are advising the public to stay up-to-date on their vaccinations...
Original post made on Dec. 2, 2023Last comment by Miriam Palm, on Dec 3, 2023 at 12:51 pm | 1 comment | 3331 Views
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99-year-old World War II veteran, Palo Alto resident to be honored at Veterans Day eventBefore he was ringing up your painting supplies at the now-closed Peninsula Hardware, Charles Scott started his working life...
Original post made on Nov. 11, 2023Last comment by MX, on Dec 1, 2023 at 9:22 pm | 4 comments | 4116 Views
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Newsom announces more funding in effort to clear encampments near highwaysThe state is making nearly $300 million in additional grant money available for local governments to clear homeless encampments,...
Original post made on Nov. 30, 2023Last comment by Anonymous, on Nov 30, 2023 at 12:34 pm | 1 comment | 1398 Views
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Don Horsley, former San Mateo County supervisor and longtime sheriff, dies at 80Former San Mateo County Supervisor and sheriff Don Horsley has died at age 80 on Nov. 24. Local officials remembered him...
Original post made on Nov. 30, 2023Last comment by vmshadle, on Nov 30, 2023 at 12:30 pm | 1 comment | 3263 Views
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California faces big challenges to implement new math guidelinesAfter a contentious road to approve a new set of statewide guidelines on teaching students math, California officials must...
Original post made on Nov. 28, 2023Last comment by Retired PAUSD Teacher, on Nov 29, 2023 at 11:32 am | 2 comments | 2222 Views
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Don't call it a blimp: Massive airship debuts at Moffett Field in Mountain ViewReviving an early 20th-century ambition, an experimental airship debuted at Moffett Field this month, albeit for only a few...
Original post made on Nov. 27, 2023Last comment by Bystander, on Nov 27, 2023 at 12:32 pm | 1 comment | 5009 Views
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Silicon Valley congresswoman Anna Eshoo announces retirementFor the first time in two decades, a Silicon Valley congressmember is retiring, a decision that will shake up the South Bay's...
Original post made on Nov. 21, 2023Last comment by Ramona Fernando, on Nov 27, 2023 at 11:52 am | 13 comments | 6892 Views
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How California's fire insurance woes are impacting Peninsula homeownersObtaining new homeowners insurance policies -- and even securing renewals on existing policies -- has become increasingly...
Original post made on Nov. 17, 2023Last comment by Gary G., on Nov 25, 2023 at 8:56 am | 3 comments | 3189 Views
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El Camino repaving project set to begin next year, with bike lanes added in Mountain ViewAfter years of worsening potholes and bumpy rides, plans are in place to repave El Camino Real from Mountain View through...
Original post made on Nov. 17, 2023Last comment by Anon , on Nov 17, 2023 at 7:03 pm | 2 comments | 3309 Views
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APEC Summit: Biden holds bilateral talks with China's president in Woodside, attends event at ExploratoriumPresident Joe Biden spent more than four hours in a meeting with China's President Xi Jinping in the Bay Area on Wednesday...
Original post made on Nov. 16, 2023There are no comments yet. 2769 Views
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President Biden to meet with China's president at Filoli on Wednesday, reports sayThe Filoli estate in Woodside is set to host President Joe Biden and Chinese President Xi Jinping on Wednesday, Nov. 15. Read...
Original post made on Nov. 15, 2023Last comment by NTB2, on Nov 15, 2023 at 10:45 pm | 2 comments | 5597 Views
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Original Hobee's Restaurant in Mountain View is closing its doors on Nov. 26After nearly 50 years, the original Hobee’s in Mountain View is closing its doors to business, marking the end to a family...
Original post made on Nov. 15, 2023Last comment by Novelera, on Nov 15, 2023 at 4:31 pm | 1 comment | 3544 Views
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First Lady Jill Biden to visit Atherton WednesdayFirst Lady Jill Biden will be in Atherton on Wednesday, Nov. 15, for a presidential reelection campaign event while her husband,...
Original post made on Nov. 15, 2023Last comment by Bystander, on Nov 15, 2023 at 7:35 am | 1 comment | 4311 Views
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Amid internal tensions, religious leaders unite for Palo Alto peace vigilThe demonstration that took place in front of Palo Alto City Hall on Saturday night was as striking for what wasn't there...
Original post made on Nov. 13, 2023Last comment by Diana, on Nov 14, 2023 at 5:13 pm | 4 comments | 4483 Views
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Opinion: The income-based electricity bill provision is a mistake that will raise your rates. Let’s not shy away from real solutions.Last year, California passed Assembly Bill 205. Tucked into the bill was a provision requiring the California Public Utilities...
Original post made on Nov. 3, 2023Last comment by Anonymous, on Nov 13, 2023 at 12:42 pm | 35 comments | 6155 Views
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