Ol’ Fashioned Parade Reinforces Community, Interdependence

Familiar faces come together to celebrate tradition and independence in the 4th of July Ol' Fashioned Parade in Half Moon Bay.

El Granada Student Takes on Sacramento Government

Jacob Hines, 17, attended Boys State, a program aimed to teach youth about the inner workings of government.

Property Tax Rolls Rise Slightly From Last Year

Assessed property values for San Mateo County rose 1.12 percent to more than $142.5 billion for the 2011-2012 fiscal year.

VIDEO: Meet Half Moon Bay's Top Cop - Part II

Meet Lt. Lisa Williams, law enforcement veteran with the San Mateo County Sheriff's Office. Williams leads the force of six officers who patrol the city of Half Moon Bay.

SCHOOL BOARD: Approves '11-'12 Budget, Awards Measure K Funds

The board adopted the 2011-2012 Budget, discussed surveillance at Half Moon Bay High School and approved a balanced Measure K bond-funded project.

Carbon Monoxide Detectors Required in Homes Starting Today

The alarms are believed to help curtail avoidable deaths and injury from the toxic gas, which is odorless, tasteless and invisible.

Fight to Save Centuries-Old Oak Tree Continues in Menlo Park

Residents of North Fair Oaks met with the San Francisco Public Utilities Commission to discuss options for "Granny" the tree on Thursday.

Fire Officials Warn Bay Area Residents to Follow Fireworks Laws, Safety Tips

Pacifica and San Bruno only places to set off "safe and sane" fireworks in San Mateo County.

Coast Guard Unveils New Interagency Command Center

$18.1 million operations center opened on Tuesday.

$1.3 Million Granted for Conservation in Pescadero, San Gregorio and Moss Beach

Funds will go towards alleviating impacts on endangered species habitat and reduce pollution entering the Fitzgerald Marine Reserve.

Public Health Nurse for Pescadero Among Services Preserved by County Supervisors

San Mateo County Supervisors restored $1.7 million in programs targeting at-risk communities on final day of budget negotiations.

Get Ready to Go Fishing — Without a License

One of two days in 2011 when Californians can fish without a license is coming up next month.

City Council Discusses Police Services, Retirement Stabilization

The Half Moon Bay City Council unanimously approved the implementation of a Retirement Stabilization Fund.

Bike Racks to Bring Functional Street Art to Half Moon Bay

By the end of this summer, bicyclists will have a proper and memorable place to park downtown.

County Supervisors Consider Cuts to Health System

More than $9.6 million in cuts being considered to programs targeted towards low income and underserved communities.

Nurses Protest Cuts to County Health System

Cuts being considered include Multipurpose Senior Services Program, children and youth services, and alcohol and drug abuse prevention services.

Judge Tosses $20 Million Suit Against County

School districts including Cabrillo Unified said officials were negligent in losing millions in Lehman Brothers collapse.

Despite National Increase, State Unemployment Dropped in May

In the Bay Area, Solano County had the highest unemployment, while Marin County had the lowest, according to figures released by the state.

CSM Prepares to Close Half Moon Bay Campus

Community college seeking partnerships with local agencies to keep classes in town.

Harbor Commission to Evaluate Collections Procedures

The San Mateo County Harbor District Board of Commissioners discussed streamlining collections procedures to decrease debt write-offs.

With July 4th Parade in Jeopardy, HMB Charity Steps in to Foot Bill

Half Moon Bay Beautification Committee underwrites parade to continue annual tradition.

VIDEO: From Half Moon Bay Police to County Deputies: Ceremony, Traditional Badge Pinning

Extended video of Tuesday's police swearing-in ceremony with the Sheriff's Office, including local reaction and the pinning of badges by family and friends.

First of Five Redistricting Workshops an Attempt at Transparency

Reassigning the five districts of San Mateo will have little impact on the average citizen.

County Files to Dismiss Case Alleging Voters' Rights Violations

The motion was filed on Monday.

VIDEO: Half Moon Bay Police Sworn In As Sheriff's Deputies

Family, friends and new colleagues crowded the old Redwood City Courthouse to witness the transition.

County Redistricting Meetings Begin

A meeting for residents to give input on the county's process will take place in Half Moon Bay on June 16.

PG&E Responds to Critical Independent Review

Independent panel blasts PG&E technical competence and pipeline management procedures.

You Can Help Bay Area Health Departments Today

County medical personnel ask you to log on and fill out information they'd need if an infectious disease attack were to happen.

U.S. Supreme Court Allows Law Giving Tuition Break to Undocumented Immigrants

The decision was handed down on Monday.

Agencies Present Initial Findings of Surfer's Beach Erosion Study

U.S. Army Corps and Harbor District discuss erosion of beach and bluffs in El Granada.

Council to Vote on Outsourced Recreation Contract Tomorrow

San Carlos up for approval as recreation services provider at Tuesday's Half Moon Bay City Council meeting.

With Police Contract Vote on Horizon, Department Readies for Takeover

Half Moon Bay to finalize outsourcing deal with San Mateo County Sheriff's Office tomorrow pending approval of county Board of Supervisors earlier in day.

Downtown Design Plan to be Unveiled Tonight

Graduate students worked with city of Half Moon Bay and solicited community input for plan.

Council To Approve Budget Cuts Next Month

City Council will vote on approving proposed budget, capital improvement plans on June 21.

Harbor Commission to Discuss Mavericks Permit, Pillar Point Study

What's on the agenda for tonight's meeting in Half Moon Bay.

VIDEO: Memorial Day Parade Honors Fallen Soldiers

Hillsborough's second annual Memorial Day Parade drew hundreds of families and more than 40 participating groups.

Supervisor Horsley Holds Office Hours Friday Morning

San Mateo County Supervisor Don Horsley invites the public to speak with him about any topic of concern.

Pine Sworn in as County Supervisor

Dave Pine said support in San Carlos helped propel him to supervisor's seat.

Sheriff to Take Over Half Moon Bay Police on June 12

City Council discusses final stages before handing over the department to county Sheriff's Office.

Paid Parking Begins June 1 at Poplar Beach

City implements fees as part of larger effort to generate increased revenue.