🌱 Patch AM: Offshore Drilling Plans Spark New Fight Over SMC Coast

Also, don’t miss Swamp Chicken Brings Jazz, Blues, and Pop to AutoVino Wine Garden on the Redwood City Patch calendar

🌱 Patch AM: 1 In 10 SMC Residents Can’t Afford Basic Needs, Official Say

Coming up on the Redwood City Patch calendar: FREE First Fridays at the San Mateo County History Museum

1 In 10 SMC Residents Can’t Afford Basic Needs, Official Say

County leaders adopted a new plan aimed at improving access to higher-paying jobs and helping families stay financially stable.

🌱 Patch AM: Former Nonprofit Director Laundered More Than $800K, Gets Jail Time In SMC: Report

Also, don’t miss FREE First Fridays at the San Mateo County History Museum on the Redwood City Patch calendar

🌱 Patch AM: Open Choir Auditions - Masterworks Chorale and 15 more events

Also, don’t miss FREE First Fridays at the San Mateo County History Museum on the Redwood City Patch calendar

🌱 Patch AM: Police reveal new findings in deadly Avenue Liquors fire investigation

Be sure to catch Cars & Cabernet @ AutoVino: August Gathering on the Redwood City Patch calendar

🌱 Patch AM: Fatal Liquor Store Fire Caused By Man Found Dead With Chains Around His Wrists: Police

Happening soon: CCF Neighborhood Flea Market Saturday August 15th! on the Redwood City Patch calendar

🌱 Patch AM: Fatal Liquor Store Fire Caused By Man Found Dead With Chains Around His Wrists: Police

Make time for CCF Neighborhood Flea Market Saturday August 15th! on the Redwood City Patch calendar

Whiskies of the World Festival Coming to Half Moon Bay

The internationally recognized whisky tasting event will make its Half Moon Bay debut, bringing premium pours to a scenic coastal setting.

2 Community Figures Who Shaped Generations Remembered In Redwood City

The City Council remembered two longtime community figures while recognizing the importance of local parks and recreation.

This South Bay 7-Year-Old Didn't Just Play Video Games This Summer — She Built One

The second grader used voice commands to create a game where players bounce up a cake to reach the cherry on top.

Combat-Wounded Veterans To Be Honored At Public Ceremony In SMC

The public is invited to honor veterans wounded or killed in combat during the ceremony.

Heritage Fire Brings Live-Fire Flavor to the San Francisco Peninsula

Top chefs, bold bites and Napa Valley wines come together at Coyote Point on July 26 for an all-inclusive culinary experience.

Homeless Count Keeps Climbing As Rents Hit $3,600 A Month In SMC

The Point-in-Time Count found more people are in shelters, but unsheltered numbers haven't budged as rents climb toward $3,600 a month.

A Circus Of The Unexpected Is Coming To SMC

This performance blends improv, art and absurdity for a participatory performance.

Eco-Conscious SMC Center Helps Residents Transition Out Of Homelessness

Sustainable design elements minimize the facility's environmental footprint and lower operational costs, officials said.

Watch: Firefighters Save Baby Deer Trapped In SMC Fence

A fire crew was called to the scene to rescue the little fawn.

Spring Wildflower Hike Series Announced In SMC

The Friends of Edgewood is offering free, expert-guided tours to showcase the diverse blooms of the serpentine grasslands and oak woodlands.

Win Warriors Luxury Suite Tickets By Donating Blood In SMC

Six lucky donors will win a pair of tickets each to watch the Golden State Warriors from a Luxury Club Suite at the Chase Center.

Youth-Led Black Student Leadership Conference Announced For SMC College

Young people told behavioral health services they needed to feel more connected and wanted to celebrate their culture.

Have You Seen A Good Deed In Redwood City? Tell Us About It!

Kindness takes many forms — big and small — and shows up all around PATCHTOWN.

Museum Honors Black History All Year Long In Redwood City

The museum offers an extensive, year-round collection celebrating the achievements and profound contributions of Black Americans.

Missing Dog Found In SMC, Police Search For Owners

The police department reported they had found the dog and shared its picture, hoping to find the owner.

Officials Urge Residents To Participate In SMC Emergency Preparedness Survey

The anonymous survey will guide how the County allocates emergency resources, communicates warnings and supports residents during disasters.

Nurses To Picket At Major SMC Hospitals, Protesting Layoffs And A.I. In Medical Care

Union nurses will protest outside 22 facilities across California, claiming the hospitals are putting profits and politics before patients.

63 Citations Issued For People Driving Unsafely Around Pedestrians In Redwood City

The police department conducted an operation aimed at enforcing pedestrian safety.

Enjoy Beers And Brawurst At This San Mateo County Oktoberfest

Visit this city’s downtown to experience it transform into a German wunderland.

‘Fight The Trump Takeover’ Rallies Planned In San Mateo County

Locals will be gathering to protest what they are calling gerrymandering in states like Texas.

Golden Goose At Sunset: Photo Of The Day

Photographer Ed Lee loves the view from the Redwood Shores.

Probation Officers And Individuals On Probation Recognized In San Mateo County

The board of supervisors official honored pretrial, probation and parole supervision week.

Redwood City Farmers Market Reopens With Fresh Seasonal Produce

The farmers market is open every Tuesday.

Celebrate Pride In Style At Beloved, Historic San Mateo County Estate

Attend for a weekend of fun with a multitude of events celebrating the queer community.

San Mateo County Fair May 30 – June 8, 2025!

The Fair is Back!

Teen Transforms Shabby Garden Into Sanctuary In Redwood City

A student-led project is renovating neglected spaces into restorative centers.

Redwood City Foundation Names First Executive Director

The new executive director helped establish the foundation in 2012.

Peninsula Horse Ranch Provides Welcoming Place For Children On The Autism Spectrum

The work feeds her soul. Somehow, Tish Dipman always knew she's spend her life with horses.

Silicon Valley Students Are Finalists In Regeneron Science Competition

Out of 40 students nationwide, five students from Northern California were named finalists in the prestigious talent search.

Startled Owl In Woodside Hills Watches Photographer: Photos

This owl, and a nearby companion, were photographed last spring.

Cast Of 14 Million-Year-Old Fossil To Be Displayed In SMC

The bones were found in Menlo Park in 1964.

Start 2025 With Quadrantids Meteors Over Redwood City-Woodside

The shooting star show is known for bright fireballs — explosions of light and color that can persist longer than an average meteor streak.

Squirrel Peeks Out Of Its Hiding Place: Photo Of The Day

High school senior Christine Chang snapped this photo.

Cooling Off In The Redwoods: Photos Of The Day

When the weather heats up, some people instinctively head to the beach. But another option is to seek out the deep shade in the forest.

Keen-Eyed Canoer Rescues Missing Puppy Stranded On Island

A grieving couple who lost their dog after a Bay Area fireworks display have now been happily reunited.

Longevity Breakthroughs to Help You Live Longer

The Livelong Newsletter provides tips to help you extend your life, improve your health, and grow your happiness.

Treat Yourself to the Best in Classical Piano

Join Us at Steinway Society – The Bay Area

Why and How Towne is on a Mission to “Save Main Street”

Empowering Local Stores Through E-commerce to Make It Easier Than Ever to Buy Local