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AROUND TOWN
Blocking sidewalks with trash cans
My neighborhood trash/recycling day is Tuesday morning. It absolutely amazes me that Wednesday afternoon, there are still trash cans, recycling cans, composting cans, blocking... READ MORE/COMMENT
Posted by Walker, a resident of the Palo Verde neighborhood, on Nov 15, 2006 at 1:53 pm
There have been 5 comments on this topic, the most recent on Dec 11, 2006 at 3:44 pm.

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What is going on in the Arastradero Preserve
I have noticed some new construction activity taking place along Arastradero, and I can't find any news stories about it. What is going on? Now that they seem to have finall... READ MORE/COMMENT
Posted by Just curious, a resident of another community, on Nov 13, 2006 at 9:34 pm
There have been 2 comments on this topic, the most recent on Nov 18, 2006 at 1:50 pm.

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Dogs Off Leash in our Parks
As I like to walk around the neighborhood, I have seen many responsible dog owners take their dogs off-leash in our parks at such times that there is no one else around to be ... READ MORE/COMMENT
Posted by Carol, a resident of the Palo Verde neighborhood, on Nov 13, 2006 at 10:12 am
There have been 22 comments on this topic, the most recent on Dec 15, 2006 at 3:41 pm.

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Fabulous Romeo & Juliet at Paly
If you're looking for some solid entertainment the next two weekends, I recommend the production of Romeo & Juliet at Paly's Haymarket Theatre. I just came back from the open... READ MORE/COMMENT
Posted by JForte, a resident of the Evergreen Park neighborhood, on Nov 10, 2006 at 12:17 am
There have been 7 comments on this topic, the most recent on Nov 17, 2006 at 11:04 pm.

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Save San Francsquito Creek- Make it a Strip Park with hiking trails
Enviromentalists should be clamoring to demand that the boundries/banks be widened and a trail built along it from East Palo Alto city limits to and thru Portola Valley. The ... READ MORE/COMMENT
Posted by Richard, a resident of the Charleston Gardens neighborhood, on Nov 10, 2006 at 12:12 am
There have been 11 comments on this topic, the most recent on Nov 13, 2006 at 9:43 am.

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Old Fashioned Portrait Studios
I'm looking for a photography studio where they provide old fashioned costumes and take your picture. Does anyone know of any around in the Bay Area? READ MORE/COMMENT
Posted by photos, a resident of the Barron Park neighborhood, on Nov 9, 2006 at 3:20 pm
There have been 8 comments on this topic, the most recent on Apr 6, 2007 at 1:41 pm.

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IKEA's closing
The rumor in East Palo Alto is that IKEA will close after Christmas. Some employees have been told and they're letting the cat out of the bag. This is a real loss in many ways... READ MORE/COMMENT
Posted by Tom L., a resident of the Crescent Park neighborhood, on Nov 4, 2006 at 5:00 pm
There have been 10 comments on this topic, the most recent on Dec 8, 2006 at 4:27 pm.

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Growing up on Embarcadero Road in the 50s
We never locked our doors when we were growing up in Palo Alto in the 50s. The late Robbie Makjavich and the clan lived next door, we were buddies along with all the kids on... READ MORE/COMMENT
Posted by Marcia Temme Hardcastle, a member of the Palo Alto High School community, on Nov 2, 2006 at 1:26 pm
There have been 2 comments on this topic, the most recent on Jan 2, 2013 at 12:31 pm.

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Election Debates Online
If you are looking for some great information on election races including Santa Clara County District Attorney, SC County Measure A, State Props 85, 86, 87, State Assembly and... READ MORE/COMMENT
Posted by Elliot Margolies, a resident of the Barron Park neighborhood, on Nov 1, 2006 at 8:45 am
There have been 2 comments on this topic, the most recent on Nov 6, 2006 at 6:01 pm.

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Roots, Folk and Blues at the Little Fox Theater
Sunday, November 12, 2006 7:00pm "Women With Strings Attached" Featuring Deborah Thacker, Lucy Billings, and Mira Wooten Plus Special Guests The Little Fox Theater http://w... READ MORE/COMMENT
Posted by beinglucy, a resident of another community, on Nov 1, 2006 at 12:13 am

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What's the best street for Halloween decorations?
What's the equivalent of Christmas Lane in Palo Alto? It's difficult because a lot of the decorated houses seem to go up the day of Halloween and down the next day. I know t... READ MORE/COMMENT
Posted by Count Dracula, a resident of the Midtown neighborhood, on Oct 31, 2006 at 11:18 am
There has been 1 comment on this topic, the most recent on Oct 31, 2006 at 2:06 pm.

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What's the best decorated house
My vote goes to the house on Vernon Terrace with the Alien invasion. This is refreshingly different, shows skill and imagination and takes a lot of preparation. READ MORE/COMMENT
Posted by resident, a resident of the Palo Verde neighborhood, on Oct 27, 2006 at 3:42 pm
There have been 2 comments on this topic, the most recent on Oct 31, 2006 at 11:16 am.

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InApp to Launch Outsourcing Road Show 2006
Palo Alto, California, USA - October 23, 2006 – Internet Applications Group LLC (InApp), a California based software services company announced plans to launch a two coast Out... READ MORE/COMMENT
Posted by Internet Applications Group LLC, a resident of Mountain View, on Oct 27, 2006 at 3:06 am
There have been 4 comments on this topic, the most recent on Oct 30, 2006 at 2:41 pm.

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Virginia Chang Kiraly Earns Endorsement from The Stanford Review
Virginia Chang Kiraly State Assembly Candidate, District 21 Common Sense Leadership – for a Change! FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE CONTACT: Jerome Encinas October 26, 2... READ MORE/COMMENT
Posted by Jerome Encinas, a resident of another community, on Oct 26, 2006 at 5:28 pm

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Keplterize JJ&F?
ANOTHER KEPLERS TALE? ... The mere suggestion that JJ&F, College Terrace's independent, family-owned grocery store, may be forced to close it doors has put neighbors and longt... READ MORE/COMMENT
Posted by moonwalk, a resident of the College Terrace neighborhood, on Oct 26, 2006 at 1:14 pm
There have been 6 comments on this topic, the most recent on Mar 3, 2010 at 6:25 pm.

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A Scare of A Good Time
Free Haunted House!!! Trinity Episcopal Church on 330 Ravenswood in Menlo Park is having a haunted house. This October 31st from 8pm to 12pm. Admission cost is nothing...... READ MORE/COMMENT
Posted by Alex, a resident of the Downtown North neighborhood, on Oct 20, 2006 at 3:47 pm
There have been 4 comments on this topic, the most recent on Oct 24, 2006 at 2:36 pm.

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Amazing Challenge Day Program
We have an exciting event coming up at Menlo-Atherton High School on October 30 & 31st, called Challenge Days. This is the third year that MAHS is offering the program to f... READ MORE/COMMENT
Posted by Margie Lawrence, a resident of the Midtown neighborhood, on Oct 19, 2006 at 2:32 pm
There has been 1 comment on this topic, the most recent on Oct 20, 2006 at 1:59 pm.

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The things I remember about Palo Alto while growing up:
A&W Root Beer stand on Middlefield Road – where the Safeway is now The original Herbert Hoover on Middlefield Road across from Safeway The Variety Store – where 7-11 now... READ MORE/COMMENT
Posted by Andrew L. Freedman, a resident of the College Terrace neighborhood, on Oct 19, 2006 at 1:29 pm
There have been 892 comments on this topic, the most recent on Mar 31, 2013 at 3:45 pm.

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JJF may have to leave College Terrace
In last Friday's PaloAltoWeekly there is an article about JJF may have to leave College Terrace after 60 years of business.It is sad to see them leave but hopefully the develo... READ MORE/COMMENT
Posted by moonwalker, a resident of the College Terrace neighborhood, on Oct 19, 2006 at 11:01 am
There have been 7 comments on this topic, the most recent on Oct 20, 2006 at 3:24 pm.

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What do we really want in a good library?
I have been thinking about this a lot lately in the times I have used the library. I live about half way between Main Library and Mitchell Park Library and I use both dependi... READ MORE/COMMENT
Posted by Carol, a resident of the Palo Verde neighborhood, on Oct 15, 2006 at 8:14 pm
There have been 52 comments on this topic, the most recent on Nov 13, 2006 at 1:01 pm.

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Campaign Party for Virginia Chang Kiraly, Republican Nominee for CA State Assembly
Campaign Party for Assembly Candidate Virginia Chang Kiraly, District 21 Hosted by Francine Gani and Ann Bowers Noyce A campaign party for Virginia Chang Kiraly of Menl... READ MORE/COMMENT
Posted by Francine Gani, a resident of the Old Palo Alto neighborhood, on Oct 9, 2006 at 8:40 pm

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Don't pay a 6% real estate commission!
When I listed my home for sale earlier this year, my agent asked me to sign a listing agreement that called for a 6% commission to be paid at closing. The 6% broke down this w... READ MORE/COMMENT
Posted by Kevin J., a resident of the Crescent Park neighborhood, on Oct 9, 2006 at 9:49 am
There have been 5 comments on this topic, the most recent on Oct 10, 2006 at 1:01 pm.

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Auto Mall going to Menlo Park?
So according to Palo Alto Online, there is a proposed GM Auto Park going to Menlo Park, approx. a mile away from the now defunct Auto Mall suggested for Palo Alto. Now, where... READ MORE/COMMENT
Posted by ToldUSo, a resident of Another Palo Alto neighborhood, on Oct 6, 2006 at 4:58 pm
There have been 14 comments on this topic, the most recent on Oct 13, 2006 at 11:24 am.

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Trader Joes Rumour
So the rumour goes (started perhaps in today's PA Weekly) that Trader Joe's is going to open at Town & Country. I for one would welcome that and speak as an occasional shoppe... READ MORE/COMMENT
Posted by TJ Shopper, a member of the Palo Alto High School community, on Oct 4, 2006 at 4:16 pm
There have been 13 comments on this topic, the most recent on Jan 16, 2007 at 6:48 pm.

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4 Town & Country Businesses plan fundraiser for Community Breast Healt Project (CBHP)
Nature Gallery, Lyons Ltd., Prestige Inc. and Scott's Seafood join forces for a weekend event, October 20-22, to raise money for the Palo Alto based Community Breast Health ... READ MORE/COMMENT
Posted by Carol Garsten, a resident of Another Palo Alto neighborhood, on Oct 1, 2006 at 9:56 pm



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