‘Contamination breach’ leaves Mountain View residents without water
While doing construction work on Friday, a city contractor potentially contaminated a water main near Cuesta Park in Mountain View, causing the city to shut off water to the surrounding neighborhood, impacting about 75 households.
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Firefighters extinguish early morning attic fire in Mountain View
A fire broke out in the attic of a single-family home near Mountain View High School early Wednesday morning, causing about $10,000 in damage, according to the Mountain View Fire Department.
Mountain View moves forward with plans for Terra Bella park
It only takes a quick look at a map to see that Mountain View’s Terra Bella neighborhood has less park space than other parts of the city. That could soon improve though as plans move ahead to build a public…
Man sues YouTubers over alleged pepper-spray attack at Mountain View Costco
A man who says he was injured when a group of YouTubers pepper-sprayed him at a Mountain View Costco has filed a lawsuit seeking millions of dollars in damages, as well as a court order forcing them to end their…
Food
2 restaurant weeks begin along the Peninsula
If you’ve been debating whether to dine out in the coming weeks, it may be excellent timing to do so. Two restaurant weeks are coming soon to the Peninsula: The inaugural Flavors of the Peninsula is Thursday to May 3 with more than 130 participating restaurants, and in Redwood City, Marsh Manor Shopping Center’s second annual…
These 8 new eateries are coming to downtown Palo Alto
Downtown Palo Alto’s dining scene is constantly shifting, with old businesses shuttering and new ones moving in. With recent closures of popular restaurants such as Son & Garden and Sushirrito, new eateries are set to take their place. Here are…
Chez TJ closes after 40+ years serving Mountain View
The former Michelin-star restaurant in Mountain View, Chez TJ, closed its doors on Tuesday after a long culinary run that launched the careers of world-renowned chefs and put the city on the map as a fine dining destination.
Arts & Culture
What’s up this week: Author Rebecca Solnit, ‘Frozen,’ Molly Tuttle and more
This week, author Rebecca Solnit is at Kepler’s; “Frozen” brings wintry charm to Palo Alto Players; and Palo Alto-raised Grammy winner Molly Tuttle is back at The Guild. Plus, a new composition honoring endangered animals, a genre-spanning band in Redwood City and more.
Review: In reimagining classical epic, ‘Anon(ymous)’ casts too wide a net
The Pear Theatre offers strong performances in visually captivating production of flawed script.
Concert recap: David Byrne at Frost Amphitheater
Veteran art-rocker brought soaring songs and immersive visuals to April 16 show at Stanford.
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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YouTuber provoked, pepper-sprayed shopper at Mountain View Costco, police say
Mountain View police arrested a Southern California YouTuber for blasting pepper spray at a man outside Mountain View’s Costco, an alleged assault that police say was motivated by the YouTuber’s financial interest and desire for views.
Prosecutors allege Mountain View massage parlors were part of regional brothel network
From the outside, Relax Day Spa and Camino Massage Therapy presented themselves as massage parlors, but authorities allege the two Mountain View businesses were actually brothels. A criminal case is underway against the family accused of running the operation.
Real Estate
Shaping nature: The legacy of trailblazing landscape architect Mary Gordon
Long before computer-generated plans and digital renderings became the norm, Palo Alto landscape architect Mary Gordon drew her gardens by hand — shaping curves with a practiced eye and an instinct for nature that no ruler could replicate. It was…
Glass ‘treehouse’ and historic logging-era estate among unique Peninsula homes recently sold (or on the market)
The Midpeninsula has no shortage of seriously unique homes. From a historic modern “treehouse” perched among oaks and redwoods in Palo Alto to a historic Victorian with logging-era roots, these one-of-a-kind properties – whether because of their price, unusual design…
Spotting salt damage: A guide to protecting your Peninsula trees
Much of the Midpeninsula’s soil contains naturally occurring salt, a result of its proximity to the San Francisco Bay, which can quietly damage trees over time. Coastal flooding, storm surge and even the use of recycled irrigation water can introduce…
The Six Fifty
From upgrades at landmark parks to events in nature, here’s what’s happening outside in Silicon Valley this spring
Get the inside scoop on the outdoors with The Six Fifty’s latest roundup of parks and recreation happenings.
Año Nuevo’s iconic elephant seal viewing areas are reopening after a bird flu outbreak. Scientists have been hard at work the entire time
At its onset, no one knew how the bird flu would progress in the northern elephant seals at Año Nuevo, but this week, officials announced the reserve’s elephant seal viewing areas will reopen on Saturday, just a month and a…
Free in Silicon Valley: Where to find clothing and book swaps, fix-it clinics, plant exchanges and more
Swapping and sharing goods and skills is not only an environmentally friendly practice – it’s also a social and fun one.
