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Where to celebrate Pride on the Peninsula

1 week ago | rwcpulse.com | Heather Zimmerman

Summer always gets a bright and festive kickoff with LGBTQIA+ Pride Month. Communities on the Peninsula and beyond are marking the month in a variety of ways, with everything from crafts, storytimes and talks to parades, festivals and flag-raisings. Here’s a sampling of how the Peninsula is celebrating Pride:Palo Alto LibrariesThrough June at various branches; paloalto.bibliocommons.com.
San Mateo County-backed probe exonerates executive, refutes sheriff’s accusations

1 week ago | rwcpulse.com | Arden Margulis |Arden Margulis

A previously confidential investigation into Sheriff Christina Corpus’ claims against San Mateo County Executive Mike Callagy, including allegations of racism, harassment and political sabotage, found nearly all her accusations to be unsubstantiated, according to a newly released report made public by the Board of Supervisors.
Fire risk rises as extreme heat targets Bay Area, Central Coast

1 week ago | rwcpulse.com | Michelle Iracheta

The next few days will see seasonable weather around the region, but temps will ramp up by Friday and bring elevated heat and fire risk, forecasters said. Temperatures around interior Bay Area and Central Coast areas will warm up by 10 to 20 degrees above average by the end of the week, the National Weather Service said Monday. Inland communities, including Fairfield and Stockton, will be under an extreme heat watch from Friday morning through Saturday evening.
How to go electric as a renter

2 weeks ago | rwcpulse.com | Angela Swartz

As a renter, it may seem complicated to transition from using gas-powered devices to electric ones without the help of your landlord. But a panel of experts, including local green energy nonprofit Menlo Spark, joined together this week to share ways renters can invest in energy-efficient devices, which actually tend to be portable, allowing you to take them with you when you move.
News Alert: County closes investigation into sheriff's claims against executive

2 weeks ago | rwcpulse.com | Michelle Iracheta

*|DATE:F j, Y g:i a|*At an 18-minute special San Mateo County Board of Supervisors meeting earlier today, the board unanimously voted to release a report commissioned by the county into Sheriff Christina Corpus’s claims against County Executive Mike Callagy.
Peninsula-raised actor Miles Fowler reflects on his career and journey so far

2 weeks ago | rwcpulse.com | Karla Kane

Sometimes, it seems, mothers really do know best. When Miles Fowler was growing up in Redwood Shores, he was a shy kid who was more interested in sports than the arts. It was his mother who encouraged him to give the stage a chance, starting with a middle-school production of the classic screwball comedy “Arsenic and Old Lace.” “My mom was like, ‘Why don’t you just try out for the play and see what happens?'” he recalled.
This home baker customizes orders to fit your dietary needs

2 weeks ago | rwcpulse.com | Adrienne Mitchel

Growing up with a brother allergic to peanuts, tree nuts, dairy, wheat, eggs, soy and legumes meant my family and I experimented in the kitchen quite a bit. And when it came to dessert, it was extremely hard to find a recipe that didn’t include at least one of his allergens.
San Mateo County Supervisor calls on board to act on removing sheriff

2 weeks ago | rwcpulse.com | Arden Margulis |Arden Margulis

San Mateo County Supervisor Ray Mueller called on the board to begin the process to potentially remove Sheriff Christina Corpus during the county supervisors’ meeting on Tuesday, May 20. “Supervisor Canepa, a few weeks back, you stated as president of this board that you didn’t care how long this process took,” Mueller said, according to a press release. “Respectfully, I disagree. “I believe it is possible to be both time efficient and fair.
Downtown Redwood City Caltrain crossing closed to traffic

3 weeks ago | rwcpulse.com | Arden Margulis

The railroad crossing near the intersection of Brewster Avenue and Arguello Street is closed to all traffic, an alert sent by the Redwood City Police Department said at 8:18 p.m. on Saturday, May 17, 2025. The crossing is closed until further notice and residents are advised to use alternative routes, according to the alert. No Caltrain delays have been reported as of 8:27 p.m. on Saturday. Police did not specify the cause for the unplanned closure. This is a developing story and will be updated.
What’s next for residents’ effort to protect Menlo Park’s downtown parking lots

3 weeks ago | rwcpulse.com | Arden Margulis

Save Downtown Menlo submitted its notice of intent to collect signatures on a ballot measure to require a vote on changes to any downtown parking lot at 2:30 p.m. on May 15. The ballot measure would require a majority of voters to approve changes to the downtown parking lots and any action that would “diminish the availability” of the lots. The proposed ordinance exempts maintenance and improvements, as long as they are intended to improve and maintain the parking lots.