Nearly 15K Lose Power in Bay Area in Friday's Storm

High winds and rain blamed for outages.

Police Alert: Take Care If Hiking Montara Area

A hiker reported finding a deceased deer that was possibly attacked by a mountain lion on Thursday.

150+ Flights Canceled at SFO So Far Friday

Dozens of departures and arrivals were canceled at the busy airport due to a storm.

Here's Your Half Moon Bay Storm Guide As 'Wet and Windy' Weather Arrives

Local officials warn San Mateo County residents to be careful in this weather. Plus, find out where you can get sandbags nearby.

Wind Advisory Issued for Half Moon Bay for Friday, Saturday

High winds are expected around town as a storm impacts the Bay Area.

'Extremely Emaciated and Thin' Baby Sea Lions Popping Up on Calif. Coast

The mothers may be abandoning their pups as they search for food, researchers said. Or, they fear, the pups may have an unidentified disease

Pacific Coast Dream Machines Show Open For Registration

25th Anniversary Of "The Coolest Show On Earth”, Sunday, April 26, 2015 At Half Moon Bay Airport Dream Machine of the Year Award Debuts

Pet Adoption Fairs

Companions In Waiting will hosts its first fair this weekend, 7 & 8 February, at Kibbles N Gifts in the Strawflower Shopping Center.

Weekly Snow Report for Half Moon Bay Residents Headed to Tahoe

Plus, check the road conditions and gas prices before you head out of town in search of snow.

More Healthy Birds Released After Being Contaminated with 'Mystery Goo' in Peninsula

Officials say no additional contaminated birds have been found since Jan. 22.

He's Back! 'El Sabelotodo del DMV' Returns In New VIDEO

This one is on renewing your registration. Esto es divertido aunque no habla Español.

Finally! Rain Returns to Half Moon Bay, Peninsula This Week

How much rain will we get? One meteorologist says it could be "substantial." Fingers crossed.

Blue Street Jazz Band Headlines Fourth Annual Magic of the Coastside March 21

The Rotary Club of Half Moon Bay's biggest fundraiser of the year, Magic of the Coastside, set for March 21st featuring Blue St. Jazz Band

Rotary Club of Half Moon Bay Spaghetti Dinner a Huge Success: Teams with Odd Fellows Ocean View Lodge and Senior Coastsiders to Provide $12,000+ to End Polio Now

Spaghetti dinner at Half Moon Bay Senior Center contributed over $12,000 to End Polio Now! campaign sponsored by Rotary International

Wood Burning Illegal in Half Moon Bay on Tuesday

The season's 23rd 'spare the air' alert has been issued by the Bay Area Air Quality Management District.

New Measles Case Confirmed in San Mateo County

New cases have also been confirmed in nearby Marin County.

Will the Groundhog See His Shadow Monday?

Many are rooting for Punxsutawney Phil to bring the hope for an early spring.

'Unicorn Cat' Makes Its Way to Silicon Valley Animal Shelter

Sherman the cat is one of the rarest out there.

Help With Purissima Old Town Site Habitat Restoration Efforts

Help is needed on Feb. 7.

Another Year of Drought on the Way? Weak Sierra Snow Pack Suggests So

According to the most recent measurements, snow pack is at just 25 percent of the long-term average statewide for this time of year.

Celebrate Safely, Half Moon Bay: AAA Offering Free Tows Super Bowl Sunday

AAA will start the service at 6 p.m. Super Bowl Sunday and continue it through 6 a.m. February 2 in Northern California.

IRS Offers Half Moon Bay Residents 10 Tips about Free Tax Preparation

Tax season already?

Discover Where to Buy Fresh, Local Produce Near Half Moon Bay

Check out this new interactive map that helps you find fresh, local produce and seafood in San Mateo County.

Hey, Half Moon Bay Patch Readers! Are YOU 'Patched In'?

Did you know that we have a free daily newsletter and send out breaking news alerts?

First Batch of Peninsula Birds Found Covered in 'Mysterious Goo' Being Released

Officials still trying to identify the substance found on 323 seabirds in East Bay and Peninsula areas.

Weekly Snow Report for Half Moon Bay Residents Headed to Tahoe

Plus, check the road conditions and gas prices before you head out of town in search of snow

Upcoming Water-Heater Regulations Could Leave You Steaming

New water heaters may be more costly and larger -- causing some folks to need home renovations to fit the units in their houses.

Have You Been to Gilroy or Milpitas Lately? Health Officials Warn of Possible Measles Exposure

Health officials said high-risk people at the Walmart, Costco and Dave & Buster's in those towns possibly were exposed.

Stanford Scientists Develop New Monitoring Technique For Oil, Gas

The scientists use ocean waves to monitor offshore oil and gas fields, and say it's less expensive and has fewer ill effects on marine life.

Rotary Club of Half Moon Bay Fights to 'End Polio Now' with Community Spaghetti Feed on Tuesday

The event is planned for Tuesday night at the Half Moon Bay Senior Center.

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IRS: Look Out For 'Phishing' Scheme This Tax Filing Season, Half Moon Bay!

IRS officials are warning the public that phishing remains on their list of the 'dirty dozen' tax scams.

Midcoast Community Council meeting, Wed 28 Jan 2015 @ 7PM

AGENDA for Regular Meeting Jan. 28, 2015, 7:00 pm Granada Community Services District, 504 Avenue Alhambra, 3rd Floor meeting room, El Grana

Handful of Bay Area Cities Excel in Tobacco Control, Many Need Improvement

CA's State of Tobacco Control 2015 reports some East Bay Cities excel in tobacco control and some cities fail.

Black Friday Protest Supporters Pack BART Meeting, Demand Board Drop Restitution Request

Do you agree with the board's decision?

Planning a Beach Trip This Weekend, Half Moon Bay? Don't Plan on Going in the Water

Breaking waves are predicted to exceed 20 feet, weather service officials said.

59 Measles Cases Confirmed in State; At Least 28 Weren't Vaccinated

State public health officials have determined the vaccination status of 34 measles patients– and 28 of them hadn't received it.

What Is This Mystery Goo? 200 Birds Dead In Peninsula, East Bay In Less Than Week

Officials still trying to identify the substance coating and killing seabirds in Bay Area as they attend to 250-plus birds in sick bay.

County Reminds Half Moon Bay Residents of Looming Health Insurance Deadline

Those without health insurance have until Feb. 15 to enroll.

Weekly Snow Report for Half Moon Bay Residents Headed to Tahoe

Plus, check the road conditions and gas prices before you head out of town in search of snow