Schools allowed to broadly reopen, although not all will
Schools in Santa Clara County are allowed to reopen starting today (Sept. 23), but that doesn’t mean they necessarily will – at least at first. Some districts are opting to continue remote learning for now, while others are moving forward with plans for in-person classes.
Hayward breaks new ground
Victoria Hayward has made an impact on and off the field with Athletes Unlimited Softball, an innovative professional league that wraps up its inaugural season next week.
Researchers warn of ‘triple threat’ in the fall
As the calendar shifts to fall and wildfires continue to rage in California, researchers are warning of a potential “triple threat” impacting the health of residents: the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, poor air quality from the fires and the incoming flu season.
‘Everything’s gone’: Foothill instructor surveys fire damage on family’s ranch
When Andy Ruble first saw his family’s ranch after the SCU Lightning Complex Fire tore through, he said it was like being on Mars. The beloved land he has known since childhood is now almost unrecognizable.
Los Altos council votes to mandate all-electric ordinance for new buildings
The Los Altos City Council voted to adopt a reach ...
LASD rolls out child care program for district employees
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Even as Los Altos deals with the impact of the COV...
MVLA board urged to address racism at local high schools, take action on petition
Los Altos Hills committee chairwoman resigns following accusations of misbehavior
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COVID-19 Live Blog: County orders healthcare providers to expand testing
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News
Los Altos council votes to mandate all-electric ordinance for new buildings
Eric He
The Los Altos City Council voted to adopt a reach code ordinance during Tuesday night’s meeting (Sept. 22), requiring newly constructed buildings to b...
Schools
Schools allowed to broadly reopen, although not all will
Zoe Morgan
Community
Food drive nets 115 bags for Boys & Girls Clubs
Nikki Suzani - Town Crier Editorial Intern
As COVI...
Sports
Sports on the Side for Sept. 23
Pete Borello
Local ties for ninth at golf tourney
Golfer Brent Booth of Los Altos posted a two-day score of 144 to tie for ninth place at the 17th annual Northern C...
Comment
Editorial: Kalkat, Meadows, Weinberg for Los Altos City Council
Town Crier Report
Most of us would like to hit the reset button on 2020, a year mired in COVID-19, protests over racial injustice, wildfires and smoky orange skies.
Special Sections
Researchers warn of ‘triple threat’ in the fall
Eric He
- Stanford researchers see parallels in LA’s prior pop-up parks, Open Streets
- Passion Fit: Five reasons why breathing fresh air is vital to our health and well-being
- Neuroscience News: Social connection plays role in preventing suicide
- Past, present and future: StoriesUnfolding participants learn about themselves and each other – two pages at a time
Business
Pompeii Ristorante overcomes COVID scare after positive test, reopens doors
Town Crier Staff Report
People
Patricia Dawn (Flack) Sorensen
Los Altos Town Crier Report
Patricia Dawn (Flack) Sorensen passed away August 10 at her home in Cupertino, California.
Born July 5, 1925 in Gooding, Idaho to Erma and Wayne Flack,...
Magazine
Ask a Designer: Indoor, outdoor upgrades
Sherry Scott
News
Los Altos council votes to mandate all-electric ordinance for new buildings
The Los Altos City Council voted to adopt a reach code ordinance during Tuesday night’s meeting (Sept. 22), requiring newly constructed buildings to be all-electric. However, cooking appliances and fireplaces are exempt from the rule for new single-family homes.
Mountain View police search for domestic violence suspect
The Mountain View Police Department is seeking the public’s help in determining the whereabouts of a man who allegedly injured his girlfriend and their toddler during a fight.
Schools
Schools allowed to broadly reopen, although not all will
Schools in Santa Clara County are allowed to reopen starting today (Sept. 23), but that doesn’t mean they necessarily will – at leas...
LASD rolls out child care program for district employees
The Los Altos School District launched a low-cost child care option for its staff last week, offering all-day supervision for the children of district employees.
Community
Food drive nets 115 bags for Boys & Girls Clubs
As COVID-19 continues to affect families across the country, many young people are stepping up to help their communities by tutoring online, donating to char...
Local resident collects trash while hiking at Rancho San Antonio
When Rancho San Antonio regular Joanie Blefari noticed an increase in trash at the county park since the COVID-19 epidemic began, she took action.
The retired nurse started picking up litter on her hikes ...
Sports
Sports on the Side for Sept. 23
Local ties for ninth at golf tourney
Golfer Brent Booth of Los Altos posted a two-day score of 144 to tie for ninth place at the 17th annual Northern California Valley Amateur Championship that concluded Sept. 1. Booth, who played golf collegiately at UC Davis, shot 1-over-par rounds of 72 both days ...
Hayward breaks new ground
Victoria Hayward has made an impact on and off the field with Athletes Unlimited Softball, an innovative professional league that wraps up its inaugural season next week.
Comment
Editorial: Kalkat, Meadows, Weinberg for Los Altos City Council
Most of us would like to hit the reset button on 2020, a year mired in COVID-19, protests over racial injustice, wildfires and smoky orange skies.
Letters to the editor: Climate change, tree protections
The year of confronting climate change
Aside from the coronavirus crisis and political upheaval, 2020 is confronting the climate change challenge. These past few weeks, California fires directly caused by humans have been exacerbated by dry forest conditions.
Special Sections
Researchers warn of ‘triple threat’ in the fall
As the calendar shifts to fall and wildfires continue to rage in California, researchers are warning of a potential “triple threat” impacting th...
Stanford researchers see parallels in LA’s prior pop-up parks, Open Streets
When the city of Los Altos closed off parts of its downtown area to traffic a few months ago as part of the Open Streets program to boost b...
- Passion Fit: Five reasons why breathing fresh air is vital to our health and well-being
- Neuroscience News: Social connection plays role in preventing suicide
- Past, present and future: StoriesUnfolding participants learn about themselves and each other – two pages at a time
- Ways you can enjoy life while staying safe at home
Business
Pompeii Ristorante overcomes COVID scare after positive test, reopens doors
Pompeii Ristorante in downtown Los Altos reopened Sept. 11 after closing ...
Cal Water provides over $500,000 in COVID-19 relief
California Water Service, which provides water service to Los Altos residents along with many other districts in California, has provided more than $500,000 in COVID-19 relief for customers.
People
Patricia Dawn (Flack) Sorensen
Patricia Dawn (Flack) Sorensen passed away August 10 at her home in Cupertino, California.
Born July 5, 1925 in Gooding, Idaho to Erma and Wayne Flack, Patricia followed her parents to San Bruno, California upon graduating from high school. She earned her AA degree at College of San Mateo, where...
Chris Redden: Longtime Town Crier leader was devoted to work, play and family
Whether it was work or personal life, Chris Redden was all in. She was dedicated and dependable in everything she did. As the longest-serving employee at the Los Altos Town Cr...
Stepping Out
LA Stage Company postpones 2020-21 season
In a letter emailed to Los Altos Stage Company patrons last week, executive artistic director Gary Landis announced that the 2020-21 season has been postponed due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
TheatreWorks opens the box
TheatreWorks Silicon Valley is set to stream a benefit online workshop reading of “Pandora” Thursday through Monday.
Spiritual Life
New St. Simon pastor’s approach: ‘You need to welcome people to the table’
St. Simon Catholic Parish recently appointed Father Brendan McGuire, a native of Ireland, to serve as its fifth pastor over the course of the church’s 65-year history.
Spiritual Perspective: The welfare of the part means the welfare of the whole
"Human beings are members of a whole, In creation of one essence and soul.
Magazine
Ask a Designer: Indoor, outdoor upgrades
Q: A leak was just discovered behind a wall in our shower. We’ll have to remove the tile to repair it. What are some of the newer options fo...
Native Plants: Garden visits go virtual
highlights the interesting flowers in this Los Altos garden.
In the native garden, summer and early fall are a good time to assess your existing plantings and figure out what to do once the rainy season begins....
Reader Comments
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