How Facebook Just Gave Peninsula Teens The Opportunity Of A Lifetime

19 local teens have graduated from Facebook Academy.

Carpooling Incentive Program Launches For Menlo Park Residents

The "Carpool In San Mateo County!" program offers drivers and riders a $2 incentive per person during peak commute times.

Menlo Park Residents Asked To 'Spare The Air' On Tuesday

During Spare the Air days, air quality officials advise people to limit outdoor activities and carpool if possible.

Volunteers Needed In Menlo Park, Atherton For Annual Bicycle And Pedestrian Count

Each shift is two hours and you can indicate your location and time preferences.

Bird To Blame For Peninsula Power Outage That Affected Thousands, PG&E Says [UPDATED]

BREAKING: Power was restored ahead of schedule for most people.

New Menlo Park Retail, Housing, Services: Facebook Details Commitment To Local Community

The tech giant says they plan on creating a neighborhood center with "long-needed community services" among other things.

Police Foundation to Host 'Paws for Paws' Walk

The Menlo Park Police Foundation invites all dogs (and their owners) to attend the Second Annual 'Paws for Paws' Walk on Sept. 9.

Menlo Park Kiwanis Club Hosts WWII Veteran

On July 18, members and guests will enjoy a special program about Honor Flight Bay Area.

Menlo Park Named Among 'Safest Cities In California'

Plus, see a list of the cities that made the Top 100 in safety, based on FBI crime statistics. (breaking)

Menlo Park Residents Urged To 'Spare The Air' Due To Unhealthy Air Quality

Air district officials are calling for Bay Area residents to take public transit or find other ways to avoid driving alone.

Volunteer for Menlo Summerfest, July 15-16

Join Our Festival Volunteer Team and Have a Total Blast as We Gear Up for Some “Hot Fun in the Summertime”!

Free Animal Camp Comes To Children In East Palo Alto

The Peninsula Humane Society & SPCA is offering the free camp in July.

Peninsula Girls, 11, Raise Money For Shelter Kittens

The two young girls worked to raise the money to help out the Peninsula Humane Society & SPCA.

Interchange Project On Menlo Park, East Palo Alto Border Breaks Ground

The project aims to reduce traffic congestion in the region.

Bay Area Celebrities and Athletes Take to the Runway to End Colon Cancer

The 3rd Annual Inside Anne's Closet celebrity fashion show and fundraiser luncheon benefiting the Colon Cancer Alliance is set for May 21.

May 22 Final Day to Register for Special Mail Ballot

Those who miss the deadline may vote a conditional voter registration provisional ballot for the Atherton special mail ballot election.

Volunteers Help Rebuild Widow's East Palo Alto Home

More than 30 Wells Fargo volunteers worked together to help rebuild 85-year-old widow Margarita Perles' home for National Rebuilding Day.

Atherton Library Offering Free 'Check It Out!' Energy, Water Saving Toolkits

Library officials say the toolkits can help residents conserve water, use less electricity and save money by taking a few simple actions.

Federal Help Becomes Available for Storm Recovery Efforts in Menlo Park

Federal disaster assistance is now available to the state to supplement recovery efforts.

Federal Low Interest Loans Available for Menlo Park, San Mateo County Storm Losses

Local homeowners, renters and business owners may be eligible for the low-interest loans.

Tsunami Preparedness Week: Are You Ready, Menlo Park?

After an earthquake off of the coast comes the possibility of a tsunami.

Bay Area Cancer Connections to Host Benefit with Dr. B.J. Miller

Dr. B.J. Miller will speak at the Spring Benefit Breakfast for Bay Area Cancer Connections in Menlo Park on Tuesday, March 7.

Menlo Park City Elementary School District Seeks Election Poll Workers

The Registration & Elections Division will train approximately 60 Poll Workers for the March 7, 2017 school district special election.

County Residents Near Menlo Park, Businesses Asked to Report Storm Damage

Spot damage around town? The county wants you to report it.

Upcoming Menlo Park Kiwanis Club Speakers to Talk Advanced Materials, International Travel and Stanford

Visitors are invited to attend!

$3.4 Million Grant to Help Ease El Camino Real Traffic

The grant will help fund the Traffic Signal Priority system for buses.

No Wood Burning Allowed in Menlo Park, Atherton on Wednesday: Spare the Air

"It's important to remember that just one home burning wood can pollute an entire neighborhood."

Headed Out? Find Events, Markets and More Near Menlo Park Caltrain Stop

A new website lists upcoming events such as sports games, festivals, farmer's markets, museum exhibits and shows.

East Menlo Park, Redwood City Route Among San Mateo County's New Transportation Lineup

See the five new shuttle routes aimed at better serving high-traffic corridors throughout the county.

Teen Suicide Prevention, Mental Health Forum Set For San Mateo Co. Parents

The goal is to empower parents to be aware of signs of mental-health decline and suicidal tendencies. Event is free, but space is limited.

Heads Up: Stretch of University Ave. in Downtown PA to be Closed Overnight

The closure will either be tonight or Tuesday night depending on weather. So if heading that way, be prepared for delays!

Muslim, Catholic Leaders to Gather for MLK Prayer Event in South Bay

BREAKING: The event will take place at noon.

Former USGS Researcher To Lead Menlo Park's Kiwanis Club

The Kiwanis Club of Menlo Park, one of more than 16,000 Kiwanis around the world, supports many local programs and organizations.

Menlo Park Kiwanis Club Announces January Speakers

Menlo Park Kiwanis Club meets weekly at Allied Arts Center and presents an eclectic number of speakers at it’s luncheons each month.

No Wood Burning in Menlo Park Until At Least Thursday: Spare The Air Extended

Monday's 'Spare the Air' alert has been extended through Wednesday night.

Volunteers Needed to Count Homeless in Menlo Park and Atherton

San Mateo County is conducting its biennial One Day Homeless Count next month. Can YOU help?

Support Firefighters, Their Families On Dec. 7 At Whole Foods Across the Peninsula

Five percent of store sales that day go to the CDF Firefighters Benevolent Fund. And firefighters will be bagging groceries! Save the date.

Blood Drive Planned in Atherton Ahead of Holidays

Upcoming drives set nearby. Celebrity chef recipes to donors from Nov. 24-28!

Traffic Congestion Possible In Menlo Park During Saturday's Stanford Game

Stanford plays Oregon State, with kick-off at 12:30 p.m.

Housing Crisis Near Menlo Park Worsens Due to Job Growth, More Residents: Report

"With no end to job growth soon, the region needs to address housing and transportation challenges as soon as possible."