Midpen Open Space announces winners of annual photo contest – including two with local ties

by Linda Hubbard on September 3, 2026

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Jeanette Trøstrup Andersen laid to rest in Kolding, Denmark

Today, September 3, 2026, Jeanette Trøstrup Andersen was finally laid to rest at Søndre Cemetery in Kolding, Denmark. Standing beside the urn are Jeanette’s children,

by Linda Hubbard
on September 3, 2026

Portola Valley Arts Fest taking place at Woodside Priory in September

The fifth Portola Valley Arts Fest is underway for the month of September in the Kriewall-Haehl Gallery at Woodside Priory (302 Portola Road). Hours of

by Linda Hubbard
on September 3, 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

The Other Side of the Creek: Before El Palo Alto Stood Alone

Editor’s note: “The Other Side of the Creek” is a series designed to capture the life and spirit just beyond San Francisquito Creek — the

by Ardan Michael Blum
on August 17, 2026

Spotted: Students practicing cycling to Hillview School

Laurel Safe Routes volunteer Meredith Bergin Bailey sent news of the 4th annual practice ride to Hillview Middle School: "On Saturday morning, almost 60 people

by Linda Hubbard
on August 17, 2026

Soul Practitioners is Sounds of Summer band on August 20

On Thursday, August 20, from 6:00 to 8:00 pm, listen to Soul Practitioners at Holbrook Palmer Park in Atherton, the last of this season's Sounds