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Here comes the sunWork has begun on a solar power system that will generate at least 25 percent of the power consumed by both Mountain View...
Original post made on Dec. 8, 2010Last comment by A Student, on Dec 19, 2010 at 11:18 pm | 17 comments | 6199 Views
OTHER ISSUES
Anna Eshoo opposes Obama tax dealCongresswoman Anna Eshoo is not happy about a White House tax proposal, crafted with Congressional Republicans, that would,...
Original post made on Dec. 10, 2010Last comment by maguro_01, on Dec 19, 2010 at 5:52 pm | 12 comments | 5505 Views
SCHOOLS & KIDS
Teachers get raise, bonusTeachers in Mountain View elementary and middle schools will see higher salaries next year along with a one-time, 1.5-percent...
Original post made on Dec. 10, 2010Last comment by PTA Dad, on Dec 19, 2010 at 7:38 am | 5 comments | 5068 Views
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Toys sought for "Cops that Care" eventPolice hope 1,700 kids will flock to the police station on Saturday where the auditorium will be turned into the North Pole...
Original post made on Dec. 16, 2010Last comment by Grinch PD, on Dec 19, 2010 at 7:35 am | 5 comments | 4753 Views
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Police seek public's help in home-invasion robberyTwo men suspected of a home invasion robbery in mid-September remain at large and police are asking the community for help. Read...
Original post made on Dec. 16, 2010Last comment by Just Wunderin, on Dec 17, 2010 at 6:20 pm | 10 comments | 5025 Views
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Electronics, jewelry stolen from apartmentElectronics and jewelry were stolen from an apartment on the 1800 block of Ednamary Way, Tuesday, Dec. 14. Read the full...
Original post made on Dec. 16, 2010Last comment by The Eye, on Dec 16, 2010 at 9:46 pm | 1 comment | 4429 Views
OTHER ISSUES
El Camino, Anthem clash over contractEl Camino Hospital may soon terminate its contract with the health insurance provider Anthem Blue Cross, unless the two organizations...
Original post made on Dec. 10, 2010Last comment by Bean Counter, on Dec 16, 2010 at 4:48 pm | 15 comments | 10869 Views
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Council OKs study of 1,500 homes near GoogleThe City Council unanimously voted to study potential changes to the city's general plan on Tuesday, including the possibility...
Original post made on Dec. 13, 2010Last comment by "JUST THINK ABOUT IT", on Dec 16, 2010 at 1:03 pm | 9 comments | 4988 Views
OTHER ISSUES
Supes scrap Peninsula toll proposalThe San Francisco Board of Supervisors, acting as the city's transportation authority, voted 9-2 Tuesday to scrap a controversial...
Original post made on Dec. 15, 2010Last comment by "JUST THINK ABOUT IT", on Dec 16, 2010 at 12:46 pm | 4 comments | 4497 Views
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Hundreds turn out for Kari Prager memorial rideIn memory of beloved California BMW motorcycle dealership owner Kari Prager, around 200 motorcyclists left the Old Middlefield...
Original post made on Dec. 16, 2010Last comment by Arlie Ray, on Dec 16, 2010 at 11:11 am | 1 comment | 5070 Views
SCHOOLS & KIDS
Merge school districts, grand jury saysThe Santa Clara County Grand Jury estimates that about $9.4 million could be saved by turning the Los Altos School District,...
Original post made on Jul. 2, 2010Last comment by bobobear, on Dec 15, 2010 at 11:09 pm | 24 comments | 7975 Views
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Green light for Segways on trailsAfter being told that Segways caused no accidents on the Stevens Creek Trail during a two-year trial period, the City Council...
Original post made on Dec. 14, 2010Last comment by Old Man of the Trail, on Dec 15, 2010 at 1:58 pm | 7 comments | 4252 Views
OTHER ISSUES
Give a dog a homeLocal shelters, facing influx of dogs, offer "name your price" adoptions. Santa Clara County animal shelters are also seeking...
Original post made on Dec. 13, 2010Last comment by MS, on Dec 14, 2010 at 8:28 am | 2 comments | 4088 Views
OTHER ISSUES
Experts urge 'thorough reassessment' of high-speed rail plansPotentially fatal flaws are threatening California's proposed high-speed rail system, according to a new report by a panel...
Original post made on Dec. 7, 2010Last comment by Kristine, on Dec 13, 2010 at 9:33 pm | 26 comments | 5802 Views
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Woman robbed at gunpointA woman suffered a laceration to the head after attempting to fight off an armed purse-snatcher Monday night, police said. Read...
Original post made on Dec. 1, 2010Last comment by Gnar, on Dec 13, 2010 at 7:59 pm | 21 comments | 5028 Views
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Holiday sights in Mountain View, any favorites?I've never seen a full blown, highly-trafficked candy cane lane of sorts in Mountain View but perhaps you know of a street...
Original post made by Daniel DeBolt on Dec. 9, 2010Last comment by Judi, on Dec 13, 2010 at 7:48 pm | 10 comments | 5514 Views
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Holiday sparkle at City HallMountain View residents got into the spirit of the season at the city's annual Holiday Tree Lighting ceremony on Monday evening,...
Original post made on Dec. 9, 2010Last comment by Police, on Dec 13, 2010 at 3:19 pm | 5 comments | 5051 Views
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Making merry with the artsSeasonal concerts, ballets, plays and other creative endeavors abound on the Midpeninsula. Audiences will hear voices and...
Original post made on Dec. 13, 2010Last comment by csma, on Dec 13, 2010 at 12:56 pm | 1 comment | 3072 Views
AROUND TOWN
Church neighbors appeal cell tower decisionThe City Council will soon weigh in on a controversy involving a cell tower approved for the top of First Presbyterian Church,...
Original post made on Nov. 24, 2010Last comment by frumenty, on Dec 13, 2010 at 12:51 pm | 9 comments | 3821 Views
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City seeks input on pot club rulesA "very challenging" set of regulations on medical marijuana dispensaries in Mountain View needs some direction from the...
Original post made on Dec. 6, 2010Last comment by Factoid, on Dec 13, 2010 at 11:14 am | 29 comments | 6023 Views
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