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Redwood City businesses, community rally for 'A Day Without Immigrants' protest

2 months ago | rwcpulse.com | Simmerdeep Kaur |Michelle Iracheta

Hundreds of people packed Redwood City’s Courthouse Square on Monday for “A Day Without Immigrants,” a nationwide protest highlighting the essential role of immigrant workers. Business owners, workers, students, and families took to the streets, waving flags and carrying signs demanding immigrant rights. Chef Manuel Martinez, who owns La Viga and LV Mar in Redwood City and San Agus in Palo Alto, closed his restaurants for the day in solidarity.
Historic Hotel Sequoia to reopen as arts hub in downtown Redwood City

Jan 15, 2025 | rwcpulse.com | Simmerdeep Kaur

After more than five years of planning, the Center for Creativity is gearing up to open its doors at the historic Hotel Sequoia in downtown Redwood City, aiming to bridge the gap in access to the arts. “The arts help heal communities and it also creates a space for people who are socially isolated,” said Jill Asher, a CFC steering committee member. CFC has announced its plan for a two-year temporary arts center set to open in early spring.
Redwood City brings back retired fire chief to serve as interim department head

Jan 15, 2025 | rwcpulse.com | Simmerdeep Kaur

The Redwood City Council on Monday unanimously approved a decision to appoint retired Fire Chief Ray Iverson as the interim fire chief while the city continues to search for a new fire department head. Iverson retired as Redwood City’s fire chief on December 20, 2024. The city began its recruitment process for a permanent fire chief in August. He previously led the department since June 2021.
Law enforcement activity cleared at Douglas Ave in North Fair Oaks, no threat to public

Jan 13, 2025 | rwcpulse.com | Simmerdeep Kaur

Law enforcement cleared the Douglas Avenue area following an active investigation in North Fair Oaks. San Mateo County sent an alert at around 10:56 am on Monday, Jan. 13, advising the public of an active investigation on Douglas Avenue. “Avoid the area and expect increased law enforcement presence,” the alert read. The county declined to provide any details about the situation.
San Mateo County warns of scam threat

Jan 10, 2025 | almanacnews.com | Simmerdeep Kaur

Katie Morello is among many individuals who have shared their experiences on social media about receiving phishing calls from scammers posing as law enforcement officers. In light of such scams, San Mateo County has issued a safety reminder with essential tips to help residents avoid falling victim to these fraudulent schemes. In her Facebook post, Morello shared how she received a call from a Redwood City Police Department number by someone claiming to be a detective.
San Mateo County awards $1.3M to Redwood City’s first bicycle boulevard

Dec 6, 2024 | rwcpulse.com | Simmerdeep Kaur

San Mateo County has awarded $1.3 million to Redwood City’s Vera Avenue bicycle boulevard project. The grant is part of a resolution adopted by the San Mateo County Transit Authority’s Board of Directors to allocate $26.8 million for countywide projects aimed at improving pedestrian and bicycle infrastructure and alleviating congestion.
San Mateo County Sheriff’s Office secures $285K grant to boost road safety

Dec 6, 2024 | almanacnews.com | Simmerdeep Kaur

The San Mateo County Sheriff’s Office announced Wednesday that it had received a $285,000 grant from the California Office of Traffic Safety to enhance road safety. The grant will run through September 2025 and aims to reduce the number of serious injuries and deaths on San Mateo County roads. According to the Sheriff’s office, the grant will fund various initiatives and resources to support its ongoing enforcement and education programs.
Redwood City welcomes the holidays with a month of festive celebrations

Dec 3, 2024 | rwcpulse.com | Simmerdeep Kaur

Redwood City is all set for a month filled with holiday festivities, offering residents and visitors a chance to enjoy time-honored traditions, lively performances, and a sense of community spirit. Downtown Redwood City is aglow with holiday spirit, featuring festive banners, sparkling lights and garlands that will remain on display through New Year’s Day.
Isabella Chu defeats Vice Mayor Lissette Espinoza-Garnica in council race by 13 votes

Nov 29, 2024 | rwcpulse.com | Simmerdeep Kaur

Redwood City Planning Commissioner Isabella Chu will be the next council member to represent district 3 after beating Vice Mayor Lissette Espinoza-Garnica by a mere 13 votes. “I door knocked a lot, went to a lot of events, and I talked to someone from almost every household in the district, and I asked them what was important to them,” said Chu. “And I think my message really resonated with people.”The latest election results, released on Tuesday, Nov.
A Ukrainian refugee’s journey to be reunited with her lost cat ends in Redwood City

Nov 29, 2024 | rwcpulse.com | Simmerdeep Kaur

When Larysa Ivanenko’s son died fighting for Ukraine, her daughter and cats helped her cope with the depression that followed. But when one of her cats, who had traveled from Ukraine, went missing in the United States, Ivanenko’s resilience was tested again. “I didn’t leave in the first days of the war only because I couldn’t leave my pets,” she said. Much like the rest of her country, Ivanenko’s life changed drastically with Russia’s invasion in February 2022.