Joan S. Dentler, Patch Staff
- Belmont, CA
Joan has written for several local news organizations, including the Belmont City News and the Palo Alto Daily News, where she was advertorial editor and columnist for nine years. She is active in a variety of community service organizations: Peninsula Humane Society, Companions for the Soul, and Samaritan House. Joan is married to Eric, a wireless product specialist for Cisco; they have two sons in college, a loyal Labrador retriever and two curious cats.
Born in Brooklyn, NY, in 1959, I was raised in Columbus, OH, and attended Ohio University in Athens, where I received a bachelor's degree in journalism. I've been living in the Bay Area for 20 years and am an avid runner, tennis player and SF Giants freak.
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San Carlos, CA|News|
Photo of the Day: Meet Marie Ann, the Only Heifer in Town
Nicole Nielsen and her heifer, Marie Ann, are members of the San Carlos/Eaton Hills 4-H Club. They hope to spread the word of their work with livestock and agriculture right here in our the Peninsula.
Joan S. Dentler, Patch Staff
San Carlos, CA|News|
Reminder: Tonight's GESC Community Meeting Will Address Issues With Transit Village Project
The Greater East San Carlos Neighborhood Association will meet Wednesday evening to discuss mitigations to the Transit Village Project.
Joan S. Dentler, Patch Staff
San Carlos, CA|News|
Luxury Hotel, Terminal Upgrades Highlight SFO's $4.1 Billion Project
SFO is considered a "key economic agent" for Peninsula residents; the various improvement projects should generate 36,000 jobs.
Joan S. Dentler, Patch Staff
San Carlos, CA|News|
EPA Police Chief Declares 'Crime Emergency'
A 15-year-old boy was gunned down on Sunday, the fifth homicide in the city since January.
Joan S. Dentler, Patch Staff
San Carlos, CA|News|
Deputies Arrest Two in San Carlos for Drugs, Explosives
A drug bust on Laurel Street turned up hundreds of Oxycodone pills and over three pounds of marijuana. A subsequent search in Belmont turned up more drugs, explosives, and $87,000 in cash.
Joan S. Dentler, Patch Staff
Belmont|News|
Jazz on the Hill Returns to CSM
The one-day jazz fest will be held at College of San Mateo on June 1.
Joan S. Dentler, Patch Staff
San Carlos, CA|News|
Californians Swear Like Sailors, Study Says
But at least we say please and thank you a lot, according to a nationwide survey.
Joan S. Dentler, Patch Staff
Belmont|News|
Is it Getting Loud in Here?
A review of Belmont's noise ordinance.
Joan S. Dentler, Patch Staff
San Carlos, CA|News|
Reminder: San Carlos Library Closes Saturday for Remodel
Starting Saturday, the San Carlos Library will undergo a renovation and refresh project. The first floor of the library will be closed May 18 through mid-November.
Joan S. Dentler, Patch Staff
San Carlos, CA|News|
Even Pets Get in on Hometown Days Fun
The Hometown Days Pet Parade is Sunday, May 19th, 11 a.m. Open to adults and kids with animals of all kinds!
Joan S. Dentler, Patch Staff
Belmont|News|
Campaign to Bring Blue Angels to Fleet Week Started Online
A campaign is afoot to raise public funds to pay for the Blue Angels to return to San Francisco for Fleet Week.
Joan S. Dentler, Patch Staff
Belmont|News|
Belmont Police: Local Events Could Impact Weekend Traffic
Between the Makers Faire in San Mateo and Hometown Days in San Carlos, police are asking motorists to be aware of possible traffic impacts this weekend.
Joan S. Dentler, Patch Staff
San Carlos, CA|News|
Don't Say We Didn't Warn You: Parade Street Closures
The parade will be held Saturday from 9:15 a.m.-noon.
Joan S. Dentler, Patch Staff
Belmont|News|
New Principals Bring Proven Records of Success to District
“They will focus on educating our children and help them learn to the best of their abilities.” BRSSD board of trustees president Robert Tashjian
Joan S. Dentler, Patch Staff
