Town of Atherton

Anthony Ray Hinton to speak at Sacred Heart Schools on March 16

Important update: Because Sacred Heart is without power, this event will now be held at Nativity School. In a program open to the wider community,

by Contributed Content
on March 14, 2023

Rain pounds Menlo Park rooftops over night

Rain pounded the rooftops of Menlo Park overnight but while the windy conditions continue this morning, the precipitation appears to have moved on. All the

by Linda Hubbard
on March 14, 2023

Growing All the Time: Four Insights from Child Development that Made Me a Better Parent is topic on March 15

Kids don’t come with instruction manuals. But when parents learn a little something about child development, we can use those insights to support our kids.

by Contributed Content
on March 14, 2023

From a Teen’s Perspective: Lessons from my dog

I have a dog named Tucker (pictured).  And yes, he is undoubtedly the cutest creature to ever exist. I spend a lot of time with

by Dylan Lanier
on March 13, 2023

Highway 84 closed from Portola Road to Skyline Blvd. in both directions

The San Mateo Country Sheriff's Office reports that Highway 84/La Honda Road is closed in both directions at Portola Road to Skyline Blvd. A landslide

by Linda Hubbard
on March 11, 2023

Menlo Fire on scene at levee break near town of Pajaro

Jon Johnston of the Menlo Park Fire Protection District reports the Swift Water Rescue Team was deployed to Pajaro due to the levee break there,

by Linda Hubbard
on March 11, 2023

M-A’s eighth annual STEM fair showcases innovative projects

Last week, Menlo-Atherton High School hosted its eighth annual STEM Fair. From a project testing the optimal strategy for frying crispy potatoes to T-shirts that

by Celine Chien
on March 8, 2023

From a Teen’s Perspective: The music revolution

I listen to a lot of music. And when I say a lot, I mean a lot. On the way to school, while I run,

by Dylan Lanier
on March 6, 2023

The Power of Quiet Leadership is topic on March 9

How can we set the stage for introverts to thrive? Students in America today often define leaders as people who are gregarious, alpha, and bold.

by Contributed Content
on March 6, 2023

Rishan Patel named 2023 Prudential Emerging Visionary

Rishan Patel, 16, of Atherton was recently named a 2023 Prudential Emerging Visionary for his inspiring commitment to improving the lives of others. As one of

by Contributed Content
on March 3, 2023