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PALO ALTO ISSUES
Clean energy or open space? Baylands debate forces city to weigh competing goalsThe future of Palo Alto's most disputed piece of open space will once again be up in the air next week, when the City Council...
Original post made on Mar. 30, 2023Last comment by Tom DuBois, on Apr 6, 2023 at 11:21 am | 16 comments | 3580 Views
ISSUES BEYOND PALO ALTO
In aftermath of Silicon Valley Bank collapse, will housing market feel fallout?Local real estate experts weigh in on how last month's collapse of Silicon Valley Bank could impact the region's housing...
Original post made on Apr. 4, 2023Last comment by Neilson Buchanan, on Apr 6, 2023 at 8:24 am | 1 comment | 8604 Views
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 | 6962 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 | 676 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 | 3545 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 | 20041 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 | 3526 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 | 2497 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 | 23927 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 | 13957 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 | 9553 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 | 9862 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 | 20152 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 | 44733 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 | 3835 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 | 4835 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 | 2805 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 | 733 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 | 1706 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. 2513 Views
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