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Hillview School student starts neighborhood lending library

Hillview School 6th grader Russell Ives is a self-described "lifelong dedicated reader." So, when two of his key sources of reading materials — Kepler's and the

by Linda Hubbard
on September 9, 2012

Gary Caldwell is Menlo Park’s master karate teacher

Gary Caldwell grew up loving all sports but a stint in the Army in the late 60s introduced him to military fighting techniques. "I found

by Linda Hubbard
on September 5, 2012

Rainer Zaechelein is Menlo Park’s go-to guy for bikes

Rainer Zaechelein, owner of Menlo Velo on El Camino in Menlo Park, operates a real bike shop, meaning there's gear for serious cycling enthusiasts. But

by Linda Hubbard
on July 23, 2012

Teresa Dentino teaches women the ABCs of money management

In 2001, Teresa Dentino founded The Financial 411 after nearly two decades working in financial services, including owning her own securities firm. That same year

by Linda Hubbard
on July 16, 2012

College-bound Sacred Heart Prep grads start mobile car wash business

Jack Randall and Christian Freeman knew they wanted to start a business together this summer but it took awhile to figure out just what. Then

by Linda Hubbard
on July 8, 2012

Sisters bring glow of Brazil to Menlo Park with opening of airbrush tanning salon

That sisters Eliana Silva (right in photo) and Viviane Shenk genuinely like each other is clear at first meeting. They're the kind of duo who

by Linda Hubbard
on July 2, 2012

Menlo Park front yard is transformed from functional to peaceful (even on a busy corner)

Stroll the streets of Menlo Park and a Keith Willig designed front yard is likely to grab your attention. The landscape architect has been transforming

by Linda Hubbard
on June 28, 2012

Celebratory mood at the Menlo Park Farmers Market on its 20th anniversary

The balloons were plentiful and longtime favorite Menlo Park Farmers Market fixture Hugh the Magic Beard was on hand this morning. All a fitting tribute

by Linda Hubbard
on June 10, 2012