Mountain View grapples with carbon neutrality goal as federal, state support wanes
Amid shifting federal and state policies, Mountain View plans to implement more local strategies to reduce greenhouse gas emissions citywide.
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Mountain View Mayor Ramos spotlights city funding needs in annual speech
At Mountain View’s annual “State of the City” address last week, Mayor Emily Ann Ramos highlighted the city’s key accomplishments over the past year as well as its future priorities, including plans to put a potential tax measure on the…
Santa Clara County sheriff brings back youth program as bike accidents rise
The Santa Clara County Sheriff’s Office is bringing back a program for young bicyclists and e-bike riders this summer, saying education and not fines can help prevent serious injuries, which are reportedly increasing.
Magnussen Toyota to make way for townhomes under new plan
With Magnussen Toyota preparing to move from Palo Alto to Mountain View, its site on San Antonio Road is slated to make way for a 66-townhouse development under a new proposal from the property owner.
Food
Padoca Brazilian Bakery opens in San Bruno
From classic French to Asian-inspired, there’s no shortage of bakeries along the Peninsula. But the latest bakery to open isn’t offering croissants or trendy salt bread – instead, you’ll find Brazilian favorites such as pão de queijo and bolo de rolo.
Chef José Andrés answers questions on the state of the restaurant industry, his new cookbook and what the world needs right now
The renowned restaurateur sat down with the Peninsula Foodist for a Q&A at his Palo Alto restaurant Zaytinya. Here’s what he had to say.
BTS ARMY flocks Redwood City pizzeria after praise from K-pop members
Stanford has the best pizza, declared BTS member V on May 16 at the K-pop group’s Stanford concert.
Arts & Culture
Peninsula gallery forms task force to help arts community navigate AI
San Carlos’ Art Bias launched the group of artists and local leaders this spring. Through June 10, the task force is seeking input from local creatives for its Art and AI survey.
Downtown Palo Alto’s NODE is dedicated to digital art
Do android dogs bark at electric sheep? Find out when you meet artist Beeple’s pack of robot dogs bearing the faces of tech leaders and artists — and experience more digital art in the latest show at NODE in downtown…
What’s up this weekend: Puns, pub in the park, ‘good jams,’ ‘A Little Night Music’ and more
Redwood City’s inflatable pub is back for the summer; comics face off in a pun competition; Redwood Symphony performs a Sondheim favorite and more.
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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Mountain View teacher housing is 64% full, over a year after opening
Despite struggling to fill the units since its inception, the Mountain View Whisman School District’s staff housing project is expected to run a profit in the next fiscal year.
‘The poor man’s course’: Shoreline golfers object to Mountain View’s plan to cut affordable membership
Mountain View’s move to eliminate the “Twilight membership” at Shoreline Golf Links has sparked opposition from golfers who say the program offers a budget-friendly option with flexible playing times that has brought together a diverse community.
Real Estate
How AI helped rebuild a Victorian tower lost in Palo Alto during the 1906 quake
What was destroyed in less than 45 seconds during the Great San Francisco Earthquake in 1906 has taken decades to rebuild at one of Palo Alto’s oldest homes. Find out how generative AI is helping in the reconstruction of the…
Palo Alto ‘green’ home opens its doors for monthly tours
If you’ve been wanting to make your home more sustainable and energy efficient (or are building something new) but would like to see and hear for yourself from someone who’s already successfully done it, a home in Palo Alto’s Midtown…
New Atherton home sells for $31M
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.
The Six Fifty
The Six Fifty Peninsula Photo Contest entry window is open now. Here’s what you need to know before you submit your pics
Peninsula photographers of all ages and skill levels who live, work or attend school within the 650 area code are invited to submit entries for six different visual categories now through July 3.
Renowned restaurants, historic architecture and a car-free corridor: Here’s what downtown San Mateo has in store
Within its five square blocks, downtown San Mateo packs in award-winning dining, historic architecture, niche shops and a slew of new developments.
Nature can be unpredictable. Here’s what Silicon Valley experts say you should do to have a mishap-free summer outdoors
We asked Silicon Valley outdoor experts and officials to share their advice on how best to prepare for excursions outside this summer so misadventures are less likely to happen.
