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Phantom bike lane complicates plans for downtown housing project
Boyd Smith is facing an unusual obstacle in his three-year quest to build a housing project on University Avenue: a bike lane that does not – and may never – exist.
Palo Alto school board candidate aims to foster trust, communication
Rowena Chiu’s candidacy for the 2024 Palo Alto School Board race is…
Habitat For Humanity Greater San Francisco awarded $110K in grants
The Palo Alto Community Fund awarded Habitat for Humanity Greater San Francisco…
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Caltrain to suspend service on the Peninsula this weekend for final electric train testing
Caltrain is suspending service between San Francisco and San Jose…
Explosion rings out near downtown Palo Alto
At around noon on Wednesday, an explosion rang out near…
Seale Avenue residents blast plans for bike tunnel across tracks
Palo Alto’s elected leaders have been talking about redesigning the…
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Hot off the press: A roundup of summer author appearances
There are plenty of authors coming to the Peninsula this summer who might inspire that next read, share new ideas or even offer the creative spark to get writing on your own. Here’s a look at who will be coming to area bookstores over the summer.
Local author takes readers back to the ’90s with ‘Lily Xiao Speaks Out’
With the protagonist of her newest novel, local author Nicole Chen created a character that represents the middle schooler she’d liked to have been, and that she hopes can inspire young readers.
Filipino American food truck Meryenda brings ‘pandesalwiches’ to Belmont
A sunshiney yellow food truck stands out among the nondescript white offices at 519 Marine View Ave. in Belmont. On the truck, the word “Meryenda” with the tagline “Home of the Filipino pandesalwich” is prominently displayed.
California heritage breed chicken and an extensive wine program are the focus of Cafe Vivant, a new restaurant coming to downtown Menlo Park
A restaurant offering “consciousness altering” chicken is coming to Menlo Park. Cafe Vivant will focus on California heritage breed chicken, farm-to-table cuisine and an extensive wine program featuring “hard to find, interesting (and) sought-after wines,” co-owner Jason Jacobeit said.
Mother-daughter team opens board game cafe Plucky’s Cafe in Burlingame
Burlingame now has a board game cafe inspired by a pika. While Plucky the pika is fictional, the small, Guinea pig-like animal pays homage to co-owner Michelle Slaughter’s home state of Wyoming.
Best of Palo Alto
Best of Palo Alto 2024: Vote Now! It’s time once again to cast your vote for the best places to eat, drink, shop and spend time in Palo Alto. Voting is open now through June 9. Watch for the results coming in July.
From putt-putt to pinball, get your game face on at these Peninsula spots
Here’s your guide to places to play for kids and adults alike.
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Home briefs: Redwood hikes, orchard activities, sunsets in the garden all happening in June
Whether you’re looking to hone your gardening skills, explore local…
State news from Calmatters
Trump-appointed judges revive lawsuit against L.A. schools’ COVID vaccine mandate
In summary Courts recently have tossed lawsuits challenging expired COVID-19…