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CRIMES & INCIDENTS
Discriminatory, harassing comments lead to Foothill-De Anza trustee Gilbert Wong's censureThe Foothill-De Anza Community College District's board voted this week to formally censure board member Gilbert Wong over...
Original post made on Apr. 1, 2023Last comment by Tony Favero, on Apr 5, 2023 at 5:44 pm | 7 comments | 7038 Views
AROUND TOWN
San Francisco's Detroit-style Joyride Pizza now available in Daly CityJoyride Pizza, a San Francisco-based pizzeria, is now available in Daly City at the Gilman Brewing taproom on Junipero Serra...
Original post made on Apr. 5, 2023Last comment by Mo Revue, on Apr 5, 2023 at 10:21 am | 1 comment | 698 Views
ISSUES BEYOND PALO ALTO
4.5-magnitude earthquake reported near Hollister felt in parts of Bay AreaA 4.5-magnitude earthquake was reported in San Benito County on Tuesday afternoon but could be felt in parts of the Bay Area. Read...
Original post made on Apr. 4, 2023Last comment by Bystander, on Apr 4, 2023 at 7:51 pm | 1 comment | 3607 Views
PALO ALTO ISSUES
Caltrain issues emergency order to repair rail bridge that connects Menlo Park, Palo AltoCaltrain plans to repair damage to the embankment that holds up the bridge after recent storms undermined the soil below. Read...
Original post made on Apr. 1, 2023Last comment by Anonymous, on Apr 4, 2023 at 1:48 pm | 3 comments | 20095 Views
PALO ALTO ISSUES
As costs rise, Palo Alto's transitional housing project seeks to reduce amenitiesLooking to contain rapidly rising costs, the nonprofit looking to build a residential complex for unhoused individuals near...
Original post made on Mar. 30, 2023Last comment by Resident 1-Adobe Meadows, on Apr 4, 2023 at 11:49 am | 10 comments | 3569 Views
CRIMES & INCIDENTS
Five key takeaways from an investigation into LifeMoves Mountain ViewOur investigation found that LifeMoves often falls short of its promises. There are also systemic barriers that make it difficult...
Original post made on Apr. 4, 2023Last comment by Resident 1-Adobe Meadows, on Apr 4, 2023 at 11:38 am | 3 comments | 2562 Views
PALO ALTO ISSUES
Stanford University to turn Hoover Tower into high-density housingIn an ambitious step towards expanding housing options on campus, Stanford University announced Saturday that it plans to...
Original post made on Apr. 2, 2023Last comment by Melinda Peters, on Apr 4, 2023 at 8:20 am | 7 comments | 24053 Views
SCHOOLS & KIDS
Judge rules high school math policy violates state lawA judge ruled that the Palo Alto school district's method of placing students in high school math classes violates state...
Original post made on Mar. 3, 2023Last comment by GreatPumpkin, on Apr 3, 2023 at 11:04 pm | 48 comments | 14264 Views
PALO ALTO ISSUES
City's new shuttle service is a departure from the pastPalo Alto's new shuttle system is almost ready to launch. Starting March 7, residents and visitors will be able to get a...
Original post made on Feb. 7, 2023Last comment by Ardana, on Apr 3, 2023 at 7:54 pm | 9 comments | 9632 Views
PALO ALTO ISSUES
Palo Alto parklet program takes another turnDespite opposition from several downtown property owners and disagreement in its own ranks, the Palo Alto City Council agreed...
Original post made on Mar. 28, 2023Last comment by Michael, on Apr 3, 2023 at 8:38 am | 13 comments | 9928 Views
PALO ALTO ISSUES
Junior Museum wrecked after dinosaur exhibit goes haywireDozens of animals at the Palo Alto Junior Museum and Zoo are looking for a new home after the museum's freshly installed...
Original post made on Apr. 1, 2023Last comment by MyFeelz, on Apr 2, 2023 at 5:23 pm | 6 comments | 20202 Views
PALO ALTO ISSUES
Ride to the future: Palo Alto eyed for Silicon Valley-themed amusement parkA well-known entertainment conglomerate is floating the idea of opening a Silicon Valley-themed amusement park in Palo Alto,...
Original post made on Apr. 1, 2023Last comment by Jeff Shrager, on Apr 1, 2023 at 11:47 pm | 20 comments | 44814 Views
AROUND TOWN
Review: TheatreWorks' 'Fannie' celebrates a powerful voice for change"Fannie: The Music and Life of Fannie Lou Hamer" is all about voice -- honoring Fannie Lou Hamer's legacy as a voice for...
Original post made on Mar. 17, 2023Last comment by reduce that footprint, on Apr 1, 2023 at 4:07 pm | 3 comments | 3857 Views
AROUND TOWN
Palo Alto Art Center goes 'Under Water' for the latest in its series on climate changeFor the next exhibition in its "Climate Connections" series, the Palo Alto Art Center presents "Under Water," an artistic...
Original post made on Apr. 1, 2023Last comment by dJDYmgQb, on Apr 1, 2023 at 3:39 pm | 1 comment | 4890 Views
PALO ALTO ISSUES
Tired of scofflaws? Now you can call the Phink.With the recent, successful launch of a city-run, on-demand ride-hailing service, city officials are now planning to expand...
Original post made on Apr. 1, 2023Last comment by Bystander, on Apr 1, 2023 at 10:20 am | 2 comments | 2837 Views
PALO ALTO ISSUES
Rules approved for 'penthouse parklets' on University AvenueDismissing complaints from diners about food chunks and soiled napkins falling on their heads, the City Council this week...
Original post made by HAFD on Apr. 1, 2023Last comment by Steve O, on Apr 1, 2023 at 10:18 am | 2 comments | 740 Views
ISSUES BEYOND PALO ALTO
Gov. Gavin Newsom signs watered-down oil profit penalty into lawGov. Gavin Newsom signs an oil profits penalty plan that is supposed to keep California gas prices under control. The oil...
Original post made on Mar. 30, 2023Last comment by Resident 1-Adobe Meadows, on Apr 1, 2023 at 10:01 am | 2 comments | 1727 Views
AROUND TOWN
Around Town: Distracted driving comes into focus at telephone town hallRead news about a tele-town hall with county leaders on distracted driving, the Gunn High boys varsity tennis team's performance...
Original post made on Apr. 1, 2023There are no comments yet. 2542 Views
PALO ALTO ISSUES
About 100 A&T landline customers may not be able to call 911 due to network issueSome 100 AT&T landline customers in Palo Alto may not be able to dial 911 this morning due to a network issue. Read the...
Original post made on Apr. 1, 2023Last comment by Bystander, on Apr 1, 2023 at 7:40 am | 1 comment | 2310 Views
PALO ALTO ISSUES
After mighty oak comes crashing down, resident calls on Palo Alto to change heritage tree ordinanceAnneke Dempsey was concerned about the giant oak in her backyard for years. Its massive limbs could potentially cause the...
Original post made on Mar. 24, 2023Last comment by Bob Sanner, on Mar 31, 2023 at 6:52 pm | 39 comments | 30021 Views
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