Redwood City officers won’t face charges in fatal shooting
The San Mateo County District Attorney’s Office concluded on Friday that the three Redwood City Police Department officers who fatally shot Jose Reynaldo Lombera in November were legally justified in using deadly force and will not face criminal charges.
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Menlo-Atherton students suspected of bringing gun to school, police say
Two Menlo-Atherton High School students brought a firearm to campus on Wednesday, the Atherton Police Department said.
Maguire jail in Redwood City to halt in-person visits this fall for elevator repairs
In-person visits at Maguire Correctional Facility in Redwood City are suspended for 14 weeks starting this fall for elevator repairs, leaving families to rely on video calls.
Two arrested in $4K Redwood City store theft
Two San Jose men were arrested Tuesday in connection with a January grand theft at a Redwood City motorcycle store, according to Redwood City police.
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Food
‘She’s a legend’: A longtime Woodside bartender and community figure is now serving espressos from her own coffee trailer
Myshel Portz started Mountain Mama Java to fulfill her longtime dream of opening a coffee spot after a career in the service industry.
Mazra San Bruno reopens after 2-year renovation
After a two-year renovation, the highly anticipated Mazra San Bruno has finally reopened. The causal Mediterranean restaurant was founded by brothers Saif and Jordan Makableh in 2020 and quickly gained a reputation for its affordable, high-quality dishes and stunning ambiance.
Mia’s Paletería y Nevería brings hard-to-find Mexican treats to Mountain View
Mia’s Paletería y Nevería, which directly translates to “Mia’s popsicle and ice cream store,” held its grand opening in November. Its ice cream reflects a Mexican palate that showcases unique flavors you would not find at most of your local…
Arts & Culture
Meet Djerassi Resident Artist Program’s new executive director, Woodside resident Craig Adams
Adams brings fundraising background and a love of photography and conservation to the role.
Peninsula Lively Arts will close its doors in June
The San Mateo-based dance company, known for its hip-hop and traditional Nutcracker performances, also operated a dance school for all ages.
Life swap: Peninsula filmmaker’s mistaken-identity movie ‘Reunion’ premieres at Cinequest
Classmates at a high school reunion confuse a man for a billionaire alum in Mountain View resident John W. Kim’s feature film, screening March 15 and 21.
Spotlight
Changing diet to generate a healthier microbiome and a healthy individual
Stanford microbiologists Justin and Erica Sonnenburg are working to understand the complex microbial community that resides within the human gut and its potential for helping people live healthier, longer lives.
Ivy League mentorship for college applications and career foundations through meaningful projects
Path Mentors was born out of dissatisfaction with the toxic high-pressure environment that college admissions has created. Founded in 2019 by Columbia graduates, the Path Mentors’ team of nearly 100 mentors from a wide range of professions including technology, finance,…
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Charged with child sex abuse, East Palo Alto employee gets character reference from council member
A former East Palo Alto city employee allegedly molested and supplied drugs repeatedly to a 13-year-old he met while working for the city, according to San Mateo County prosecutors in newly obtained court documents that include a character reference by…
Major salt pond restoration nears completion
Yearslong construction work to transform a 435-acre pond once used for salt harvesting into a tidal marsh is wrapping up this month just north of Mountain View’s Shoreline Park.
Real Estate
French contemporary home in Old Palo Alto sells for $21.2M
Each week, Embarcadero Media takes a look at home sales activity along the Midpeninsula in the communities of Atherton, East Palo Alto, Los Altos, Los Altos Hills, Menlo Park, Mountain View, Palo Alto, Portola Valley and Woodside.
Inside a professional designer’s own kitchen remodel
Palo Alto homeowner Gloria Carlson didn’t just remodel her kitchen — she reimagined it with the precision of a seasoned interior designer. Her first renovation of the home’s 1950s kitchen in 2001 inspired a career change from technical speech researcher…
Redwood City suspends Mills Act tax break for historic properties
In Redwood City, the tax incentive has recently fueled debate over whether historic preservation is worth the public cost. Critics say the program shifts tax revenue from city services and schools while relying largely on homeowners to self-report improvements meant…
The Six Fifty
Here’s how to celebrate Women’s History Month in Silicon Valley
Women’s History Month festivities include art exhibits, concerts, book club meetups, author and art talks, craft activities and more events for adults and kids.
Where to chase waterfalls and hike among green hillsides after the wet Peninsula weather
Soak in the late winter and early spring sights and sounds with The Six Fifty’s guide to post-rain hot spots.
Downtown Sunnyvale developments: Where to play, dine and unwind in a transforming Silicon Valley corridor
What comes to mind when you think of downtown Sunnyvale? For many locals, downtown is synonymous with Murphy Avenue, the Heritage District’s character-filled block of restaurants, small businesses and historic buildings.
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