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Stop Gas Tax Rate Increase Set For July 1st

The first thing a Californian notices when they travel out of state is that the fuel prices…
Stop Gas Tax Rate Increase Set…  

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Teen Shot in East Palo Alto

A 19-year-old man was injured in a shooting in East Palo Alto Friday afternoon, police said.…
East Palo Alto Police file photo. Photo credit: Vanessa Castañeda
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0   Recommend Vanessa Castañeda (Editor)

East Palo Alto Police file photo. Photo credit: Vanessa Castañeda

Unemployment Rate Drops Sharply In The West Bay

Menlo Park's unemployment rate hovers just above 4 percent, while Atherton's dipped below 3…
Unemployment is on the decline on the Peninsula
Business  

0   Recommend Jennifer Squires (Editor)

Unemployment is on the decline on the Peninsula

Feel Good Friday: 6 Inspirational People's Stories

Feel even better about Friday with these six inspirational stories.
Miguel Duarte, once undocumented, is now a police officer.
Journeys  

0   Recommend Stacie Chan (Editor)

Miguel Duarte, once undocumented, is now a police officer.

Menlo Park Opens Grants For Artists

The City of Menlo Park announced Friday that is allocating funds to support artists who want…
The City of Menlo Park is accepting applications for art grants that can be used at the city's new Performing Arts Center. Photo credit: Justin Goode
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0   Recommend Vanessa Castañeda (Editor)

The City of Menlo Park is accepting applications for art grants that can be used at the city's new Performing Arts Center. Photo credit: Justin Goode

High-Speed Rail Miracles

While I don't believe in them, I always have hope. (Enrico Fermi was once overheard to say,…
Martin Engel's Blog  

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Cheeky Monkey Joins Yiftee, Creating Opportunities for Local…

Cheeky Monkey, Menlo Park’s own toy store, has partnered with Yiftee after recognizing the…
Yiftee - Local Gifts, On- the - go
Local Merchants  

0   Recommend Nehan Chatoor

Yiftee - Local Gifts, On- the - go

Interim Fire Chief Appointed in Menlo Park

The Menlo Park Fire Protection District announced it appointed an Interim Fire Chief Thursday,…
The Menlo Park Fire Protection District battles fires in Menlo Park, Atherton, East Palo Alto, and unincorporated areas of San Mateo County.
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1   Recommend Vanessa Castañeda (Editor)

The Menlo Park Fire Protection District battles fires in Menlo Park, Atherton, East Palo Alto, and unincorporated areas of San Mateo County.
Rob Silano May 17, 2013 at 07:43 am
We at the Fire District welcome Doug to our organization and family. Director Rob Silano
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ADHD or Sleep Deprivation?

A number of studies have shown that a huge proportion of children with an A.D.H.D. diagnosis…
QWERTY Education Services, Inc…  

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When You Need to Paint the House (Sponsored)

Everything you need to know about stripping, power washing, fixing damaged wood and choosing…
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House & Home  

0   Recommend Stephanie Wagle (Editor)

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James Franco Gains New Book Fans

The Palo Alto native and Betsy Franco, his mother a local author and playwright, engage and…
James Franco signs copies of his book "A California Childhood" at Kepler's book and magazine store in Menlo Park on Monday, May 13.
Entertainment  

3   Recommend Claudia Cruz (Editor)

James Franco signs copies of his book "A California Childhood" at Kepler's book and magazine store in Menlo Park on Monday, May 13.
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Stacie Chan (Editor) May 16, 2013 at 11:39 am
Awesome story, Claudia. Thanks for covering! I was so bummed I missed this, but it's almost like I…Read More was there :)
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Claudia Cruz (Editor) May 15, 2013 at 08:42 am
TaRaysha...I shot some video of James answering some questions (they only gave me five minutes) and…Read More I'm going to upload as soon as this new Patch platform allows me to.
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TaRaysha Smith May 15, 2013 at 07:05 am
you asked my question! thank you!!!!!
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Retiring at 50: Could You Follow This Woman's Extreme…

Here's the story of Marlene Konkoly, who found creative ways to spend less and save more so…
Marlene Konkoly is ready to retire at 50.
Smart Spending  

0   Recommend Stacie Chan (Editor)

Marlene Konkoly is ready to retire at 50.

Duo Arrested for Ecstasy Pill Possession in Menlo Park

Menlo Park Police arrested two men for possession of drugs Wednesday. At about 12:30 a.m.,…
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0   Recommend Vanessa Castañeda (Editor)

Tae Kwon Do Instructor Accused of Molestation Pleads Not…

A Tae Kwon Do instructor accused of molesting his nine-year-old student pled not guilty last…
Ralph "Eugene" Todd pled not guilty to charges of molestation and child pornography possession in May 2013.
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0   Recommend Vanessa Castañeda (Editor)

Ralph "Eugene" Todd pled not guilty to charges of molestation and child pornography possession in May 2013.

Homes for Sale in Menlo Park and Atherton

Patch.com partner Zillow.com provides updates on new homes for sale in Menlo Park-Atherton.
This 7-bed, 6-bath house is going for $4,298,000.
Real Estate  

0   Recommend Stacie Chan (Editor)

This 7-bed, 6-bath house is going for $4,298,000.

Frogs in California Harbor Deadly Pathogen, Stanford…

By RuthAnn Richter    In a new study, Stanford University School of Medicine researchers…
The African clawed frog, commonly used in biomedical research laboratories, may pose a threat to native amphibians when released into the wild. Photo by Brian Gatwicke
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0   Recommend Vanessa Castañeda (Editor)

The African clawed frog, commonly used in biomedical research laboratories, may pose a threat to native amphibians when released into the wild. Photo by Brian Gatwicke

Kepler's 'Cocktail Party with a Bookish Twist' Celebrates…

Celebrate the Preakness at LB Steak, enjoy a wine tasting or relax with tai chi.
Weekend Planner  

0   Recommend Stacie Chan (Editor)

Point-Oh-Five Could Be the New DUI

The National Transportation Safety Board recommends reducing the limit for drunken driving…
Police & Fire  

0   Recommend Jennifer Squires (Editor)

It's National Hamburger Month - How Will You Celebrate the…

May is designated as National Hamburger Month. Check out these facts you may not know about…
It's National Hamburger Month, how are you celebrating?
Around Town  

0   Recommend Stacie Chan (Editor)

It's National Hamburger Month, how are you celebrating?

Caltrain Service Back To Normal, After Fatal Collision

Caltrain service is back to normal after being disrupted for nearly two hours this morning…
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0   Recommend Vanessa Castañeda (Editor)

Menlo Park Fire Chief Recovering From Fall

Menlo Park Fire Protection District Chief Harold Schapelhouman made it through surgery.
Police & Fire  

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What’s the Going Rate For Gardening Services in Menlo Park…

As part of our new Smart Spending series, Patch wants to uncover the true going rate for…
Smart Spending  

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That House Sold for HOW Much?!

Every Tuesday we Patch you in to information about homes sold in Menlo Park and Atherton,…
Real Estate  

0   Recommend Diane Martin

Today on Patch: New Boards and a New Look

Hi!  I’m Vanessa Castañeda, your Local Patch Editor, and I want to welcome you to the new…
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Atherton Police Searching for Missing Man

Thomas Noel McKay, 82, was last seen leaving Sequoia Hospital in Redwood City.
Police & Fire  

0   Recommend Vanessa Castañeda (Editor)

Update: Democrats Decline To Reimburse Atherton

Letter from the DNC to Atherton's City Manager suggests the city should talk to the U.S.…
Government  

0   Recommend Vanessa Castañeda (Editor)

Fund Set Up for Families of Limo Fire Victims

Five nurses died on May 4 when the limo they were riding in caught fire on the San Mateo…
Obituaries  

0   Recommend Jamie White (Editor)

Jasper Ridge Biological Preserve at 40

In the past 40 years, research conducted at Jasper Ridge Biological Preserve has transformed…
Around Town  

0   Recommend Bjorn Carey

Mid-Peninsula Boys & Girls Club Holds Spring Art Show

Paintings, sculptures and an assortment of other original work including jewelry and curios…
Around Town  

0   Recommend Laura Dudnick (Editor)

Manuscript Collection Makes a Virtual Move to Stanford

A new agreement will ensure the long-term preservation of the Walters Art Museum's digitized…
Schools  

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