Mountain View to close parking lot for police headquarters construction
Most of a downtown Mountain View parking lot is set to close for more than five years as the city begins construction on its new police and fire headquarters, an over $200 million project that has been in the works for years.
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Ada’s Cafe to host Shanghai youth orchestra at community event in Los Altos
Following its mission to bring people together across different walks of life, Palo Alto-based Ada’s Cafe is hosting an exchange with a group of visiting musicians from the Shanghai City Youth Symphony Orchestra from 3-7 p.m. on July 24 at…
Covered California health care premiums to increase by almost 10%
Californians will pay almost 10% higher healthcare premiums on average for their Covered California plans in 2027, the state agency announced Tuesday.
Mountain View’s Computer History Museum receives $14 million donation
The Computer History Museum in Mountain View has received two gifts totaling roughly $14 million to renovate its computer graphics gallery and preserve the collection of Autodesk co-founder John W. Walker.
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Food
Makkee Dessert draws long lines for traditional Chinese dessert in downtown Mountain View
From ice cream to patisserie, downtown Mountain View has plenty of options for a sweet treat. But a new spot is specializing in a type of dessert not seen before in the area: bowls of jellies, beans, fruits and other toppings covered in milk.
How a handmade popsicle stand has built community among cyclists and neighbors in Woodside
Woodside resident Claudia Fung was not happy that cyclists were peeing on her property. So she plotted revenge – and inadvertently became an institution in the Kings Mountain community.
Team behind Redwood Grill opens adjacent coffee shop Buzz & Brew
Local orange blossom honey sweetens the menu at Buzz & Brew, a new Redwood City coffee shop by the team behind Redwood Grill.
Arts & Culture
All about Jane: Cantor Arts Center explores the complex life and mysterious death of Stanford founder
Gilded Age gowns, personal souvenirs and artifacts from around the world tell Stanford matriarch’s story in new exhibition, “Jane! Anything But Plain.”
What’s up this weekend: Americana artist Miko Marks, summer classics concert, Latin jazz tribute, art school open house and more
This weekend, Miko Marks brings stirring Americana to Palo Alto, plus Redwood Symphony’s summer classics; an old-school funk band; a pianist’s Latin jazz tribute and an open house at a school for art and music.
Go fourth: Downtown Menlo Fund launches new monthly music series
Fourth Fridays series will feature multiple stages of musicians and performers in downtown Menlo Park.
Spotlight
This California Delta community is drawing Bay Area homebuyers to the water
Bay Area residents understand the value of open space. That’s why it’s no surprise a private waterfront enclave on the California Delta is drawing homebuyers who are ready for a different kind of life.
Local nonprofit offers no-cost home repairs to eligible Mountain View, Los Altos and Palo Alto homeowners
Since 1989 Rebuilding Together Peninsula (RTP) has been ensuring safe and healthy homes for our neighbors to age in place and live in comfort. RTP offers a variety of repairs, at no cost to eligible homeowners.
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Sunnyvale man sues ICE, alleging violent arrest and medical neglect
A Sunnyvale man who suffered an acute medical emergency following his arrest by immigration authorities last year filed a federal lawsuit Monday alleging civil rights violations.
Mountain View teens launch affordable summer camp for Moffett families
Benny Cittadino, a Mountain View High student, founded Camp Moffett, which provides full-day activities for the children of NASA, military and civil service families living on the federal airfield – for only about $25 per day.
Real Estate
Los Altos Hills villa with rec room, fitness center, theater, wine cellar, 6-car garage sells for $15.2M
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. See what sold…
After 6 decades, Midtown Realty remains a Foy family business under new leadership
Midtown Realty has been a Palo Alto fixture since 1958. The longtime family-owned brokerage is entering a new chapter as Patrick Foy takes over from his brother, Tim, with business partner Ryan Eltherington.
At $21.2M, 1922-era Atherton home fetches highest sales price
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. See what sold…
The Six Fifty
Meet the Silicon Valley club where amateur astronomers come to nerd out over the night sky
For over 75 years, Peninsula Astronomical Society has drawn amateur astronomers, curious newcomers and those prone to tilting their heads at the night sky in wonder.
From new Peninsula playgrounds and amenities to Shakespeare in the Park, here’s what summer has in store outdoors
The Six Fifty rounds up outdoor recreation news and happenings for the summer, including the opening of new playgrounds and park amenities, updates on projects and more.
Carving out colors: Redwood City painter and former film animation artist Sandra Keely creates vibrant layered designs
Her exhibition is on view at M Stark Gallery in Half Moon Bay through July 19.
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