Saturday: Breezy in the afternoon, with a high of 71 and low of 57 degrees.
Sunday: Breezy in the afternoon, temps: high: 68, low: 55.
Monday: Breezy in the afternoon, with a high of 75 and low of 54 degrees.
📰 News we're reading
• 'You Dirty Rat': San Mateo Police Gets A Sticky Surprise While Responding To Burglary Call (patch.com) — San Mateo residents are getting a lighthearted look at their police department after officers responded to a late-night burglary alarm and discovered the culprit was a large rat. One officer ended up stuck on multiple glue traps while his partner staged a good-humored "rescue," and the department later shared the story and photo, noting the rodent suspect is still at large.
• Getting Ready for Winter: A Practical Guide to Furnace Replacement The Hype Magazine: Unveiling the Pulse of Urban Culture (thehypemagazine.com) — If you own a home in San Mateo County, this guide explains why many local furnaces are oversized and how a proper load calculation can cut costs and improve comfort. It breaks down realistic Bay Area replacement prices, permit delays, and why booking an assessment before the first cold snap can secure better installation dates and avoid emergency breakdowns.
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💬 Chatter
What your neighbors are talking about on social media
Finally hiked the new Skyline Ridge Watershed Trail yesterday. It's quite nice! There was thick fog early in the hike, providing some eerie and dramatic views. The fog then burned off completely on our way back… (Nextdoor North Central)
Hi neighbors! Happy Thursday! I am seeking recommendations for an auto mechanic. I have a 2003 Buick LeSabre that is not idling properly and then shuts itself off. (Nextdoor Shoreview)
Uniqlo Co., Ltd. posted a job opening for UNIQLO Loss Prevention Supervisor - Hillsdale in San Mateo. Apply here.
Metro One The Loss Prevention Group, Inc. posted a job opening for Unarmed Security Officer in San Mateo. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near San Mateo here.
🗞 Nearby News
Foster City
880 Meridian Bay Lane #114, Foster City, CA 94404 Property for sale (corcoran.com)
Ride-Hailing Driver Arrested After Juvenile Reports Sexual Assault (indiawest.com)
Festival Napa Valley Presents Andrea Bocelli with Angels of the Arts Award (operawire.com)
Silicon Valley 'sex assault list' with 'over 100 ' names circulated, warning female tech workers of predators to avoid (nypost.com)
Belmont
Belmont, California special tax bonds affirmed at AA as Fitch maintains AAA issuer rating (tradersunion.com)
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-- The Patch AM Team
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