San Carlos, CA|News|
Collins’ Years of Experience Results in Successful Health Insurance Policy Acquisition
Joan S. Dentler, Patch Staff
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|
Better in Blue Jeans: New 49er Venue to be Called Levi Stadium
The SF-based company paid $220 million for naming rights of the new stadium. 49ers team owner Jed York joked that they are working on getting Coach Jim Harbaugh into a pair of jeans.
Joan S. Dentler, Patch Staff
San Carlos, CA|News|
Kiwanis Club to Host Child Safety Day
The event will take place this Saturday on the playground at Central Middle School.
Joan S. Dentler, Patch Staff
Belmont|News|
City Employee is Bike Commuter of the Year
Brandon Tyler, who works for the Belmont Public Works Dept., rides his bike to work 25 miles round trip every day. Thursday is Bike to Work Day.
Joan S. Dentler, Patch Staff
San Carlos, CA|News|
Drop the Keys, Grab Your Helmet
Thursday is Bike to Work Day.
Joan S. Dentler, Patch Staff
Belmont|News|
Tyler Hutchinson Sentenced to Life in Prison
'An evil heart and an evil mind were behind the killing in this case," said Deputy District Attorney Morris Maya.
Joan S. Dentler, Patch Staff
Half Moon Bay, CA|News|
Show Mom the House You’d Buy Her (If You Could)
The Woodside Estate Decorator Show House is open thru May 24, including Mother’s Day.
Joan S. Dentler, Patch Staff
San Carlos, CA|News|
Letter to the Editor: Help Save Crestview Park
The author expresses concern over the plans to lay synthetic grass at Crestview Park in San Carlos.
Joan S. Dentler, Patch Staff
San Carlos, CA|News|
San Carlos Teen Spearheads 'Made in USA' Legislation
Dylan Sievers' company, Bulldog Lighting, makes LED lights for off-road vehicles. Senate Bill 661 would update California's labeling standards.
Joan S. Dentler, Patch Staff
Belmont|News|
Op-Ed: An Open Letter to BRSSD Board of Trustees
A group of parents from Redwood Shores urges the Belmont-Redwood Shores School District to add a fourth kindergarten class at Sandpiper Elementary School.
Joan S. Dentler, Patch Staff
Belmont|News|
Show Mom the House You’d Buy Her (If You Could)
The Woodside Estate Decorator Show House is open thru May 24, including Mother’s Day.
Joan S. Dentler, Patch Staff
Belmont|News|
Boil Water Advisory Issued for Residents on Belburn Drive
Crews from Mid-Peninsula Water District and the City of Belmont are repairing a sewer water main break and delivering fresh water to residents in the 1800 block of Belburn Drive.
Joan S. Dentler, Patch Staff
Belmont|News|
Who Was Your Most Memorable Teacher?
Tuesday is National Teacher Appreciation Day.
Joan S. Dentler, Patch Staff
Belmont|News|
Photo of the Day: Dodger Afterglow
The lights of AT&T Park were mighty visible from Belmont last night--it could be considered a "Dodger Sweep Afterglow."
Joan S. Dentler, Patch Staff
San Carlos, CA|News|
Reminder: Tonight's Town Hall Meeting Will Focus on Crime Trends
The meeting will be held at San Carlos City Hall on Tuesday night.
Joan S. Dentler, Patch Staff
Pacifica, CA|News|
Pacifica Man Nailed For Stealing Tools
The suspect fled in a vehicle, leading officers on a short pursuit.
Joan S. Dentler, Patch Staff
Belmont|News|
Belmont Police Nail Tool Thief
The suspect fled in a vehicle, leading officers on a short pursuit.
Joan S. Dentler, Patch Staff
Belmont|News|
Belmont Man Dies After Being Beaten Near Bar; Murder Charges Filed
Belmont resident Barney Hanepen died Thursday night from injuries sustained in a beating on Monday near the Lariat Tavern. A San Carlos man has been charged in his death.
Joan S. Dentler, Patch Staff
Belmont|News|
County Supe to Kick-Off Bike Rodeo at Barrett
Streets Alive! Parks Alive! emphasizes the importance of parks and healthy activity.
Joan S. Dentler, Patch Staff
Belmont|News|
High School District to Discuss the "B" Word
Projected growth in enrollment at the schools in the Sequoia Union High School District has prompted a series of community meetings to discuss possible boundary changes.
Joan S. Dentler, Patch Staff
