Month: August 2026

“Laurel” is the City of Menlo Park’s new virtual assistant

Laurel, a new virtual assistant, is now available on the City of Menlo Park's website at menlopark.gov. It is designed to help community members easily

by Contributed Content
on August 22, 2026

Free screening of “Shari and Lamb Chop” on August 26

On Wednesday, August 26, 2026 from 6:00 to 7:30 pm, come to the Menlo Park Library (800 Alma St.) to watch the documentary film, Shari

by Contributed Content
on August 21, 2026

Study session on project to redevelop former USGS campus set for August 24

The Menlo Park Planning Commission is scheduled to hold a study session on Monday, Aug. 24 for a proposed project that would comprehensively redevelop the

by Contributed Content
on August 21, 2026

Atherton Police to conduct driver’s license & DUI checkpoint on August 22

On Saturday, August 22, 2026, the Atherton Police Department will conduct a driving under the influence (DUI) checkpoint from 6:00 pm to 2:00 am at

by Contributed Content
on August 21, 2026

Eagles gather for school at Encinal on opening day

Students in grades TK through five gathered for the first day of school at Encinal in Atherton this morning. Their mascot is an Eagle. Photos

by Linda Hubbard
on August 20, 2026

It’s back-to-school day at Oak Knoll in Menlo Park

This morning students were greeted by Principal Alicia Payton-Miyazaki and a great chalk drawing when they arrived at Oak Knoll School — which is celebrating

by Linda Hubbard
on August 20, 2026

Vehicle License Fee (VLF) projected shortfall has increased — the impact on Menlo Park

The County of San Mateo recently learned that the ongoing Vehicle License Fee (VLF) revenue shortfall has become dramatically worse for this fiscal year with

by Contributed Content
on August 19, 2026

Have fun with Possibly Puppets on August 23 at Belle Haven Library

On Sunday, August 23, 2026 from 11:00 to 11:45 am, come to the Belle Haven Library (100 Terminal Ave.) to see Possibly Puppets, where children

by Contributed Content
on August 19, 2026

Use these guidelines for tree care during the summer

During hot summer months, trees play an important role in shading our neighborhoods and reducing cooling costs. However, when the soil dries out, even healthy

by Contributed Content
on August 18, 2026

New coast side park is open to visitors daily

A once-private stretch of the San Mateo County coast is now open for everyone. Don Horsley County Park at Tunitas Creek Beach marks the County

by Contributed Content
on August 18, 2026