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Today's riddle: What day of the year is trucker's day? 🤔 (Answer below!)
1. San Mateo County Department of Housing Adopts Parking Policy for their Affordable Farmworker Housing Community at Stone Pine Cove in Half Moon Bay (coastsidebuzz.com) — Residents of Half Moon Bay's Stone Pine Cove farmworker housing will soon see stricter, clearly posted parking rules, including possible citations and towing, after San Mateo County supervisors adopted a new parking policy. The rules aim to protect limited on-site spaces, keep fire lanes and driveways clear, and ensure better access for residents, guests, service providers, and emergency responders without adding new county costs.
2. Press Release: State Coastal Conservancy Awards $94 Million for Coastal Access, Conservation, and Climate Resilience – California State Coastal Conservancy (ca.gov) — Half Moon Bay is set to benefit from a state grant of up to $1 million to plan climate resilience upgrades for the old landfill at Poplar Beach, including technical studies and community engagement. The funding is part of $94 million awarded statewide for coastal access, conservation, and wildfire and climate resilience projects that could shape how local shorelines and open spaces are protected in coming years.
3. Ready for Autumn Getaways? How to find a festival or event near you (takingthekids.com) — Among fall festivals nationwide, the story spotlights Half Moon Bay's Art & Pumpkin Festival, known for its giant pumpkin weigh-off and hundreds of artisan vendors. If you're planning an autumn outing, it suggests turning this iconic local celebration into a family tradition while also offering ideas for similar events across the country, from Oktoberfests to balloon fiestas.
4. California's Best Fall Coastal Events in 2026 (california.com) — Half Moon Bay is highlighted as a quieter, more affordable coastal escape once summer crowds fade, with easier restaurant access and more open rooms by October. A broader Highway 1 guide also points to Mendocino's Fall Fest, Dungeness crab season, and wine-country foliage, encouraging travelers to build Half Moon Bay into a relaxed off-season road trip.
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