San Carlos, CA|News|
Great Deals Don't Fall Far From the Family Tree
The San Carlos thrift store has received a collection of girls' dresses from an upscale children's store.
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|
Over Asking: Central Ave. Home Sells for First Time in 60 Years
Each week Patch will bring you San Carlos's highest priced home sale. This week it was this home in the White Oaks neighborhood.
Joan S. Dentler, Patch Staff
Belmont|News|
Over Asking: Ponce Avenue Home Sold 'Off the Market'
Each week Patch will bring you Belmont's highest priced home sale. This week it was this home near on Ponce Avenue.
Joan S. Dentler, Patch Staff
San Carlos, CA|News|
Changing of the Guard for SC City Council
At next Monday's meeting, Vice Mayor Bob Grassilli will be sworn in as mayor, and Councilmember Mark Olbert will become vice mayor.
Joan S. Dentler, Patch Staff
San Carlos, CA|News|
Local Company Picks Favorite SC Restaurants
Do you agree with Verious? Tell us in the comments below.
Joan S. Dentler, Patch Staff
Belmont|News|
Police Release Identities of 3 Burglary Suspects Captured in Belmont
The three men were booked into San Mateo County Jail on multiple charges; two were additionally booked on firearms charges.
Joan S. Dentler, Patch Staff
San Mateo, CA|News|
Police: 'Don't Hesitate to Call'
Belmont and San Mateo police credit alert residents in helping them apprehend and arrest three burglary suspects Thursday.
Joan S. Dentler, Patch Staff
Belmont|News|
Police: 'Don't Hesitate to Call'
Belmont and San Mateo police credit alert residents in helping them apprehend and arrest three burglary suspects Thursday.
Joan S. Dentler, Patch Staff
San Carlos, CA|News|
Man Posing as Sheriff's Deputy Knocking on Doors
Witnesses say the man was carrying candy canes and going door to door and displaying a badge.
Joan S. Dentler, Patch Staff
Belmont|News|
Update: Police Say Suspect Captured in Hallmark Neighborhood Was Armed
Fox Elementary and Ralston Middle schools were on lock-down for 15 minutes while police searched the area for a suspect who fled on foot.
Joan S. Dentler, Patch Staff
San Mateo, CA|News|
Residential Burglary in San Mateo Leads to Police Pursuit, School Lockdowns
The incident Thursday also left an officer injured, according to police.
Joan S. Dentler, Patch Staff
Belmont|News|
UPDATE: Police Capture 3 Suspects in Hallmark Neighborhood, Officer Injured
Fox Elementary and Ralston Middle schools were locked down while police pursued three suspects who burglarized a San Mateo home Thursday afternoon.
Joan S. Dentler, Patch Staff
San Carlos, CA|News|
Mountain Lion Spotted Near Arguello Park
Wildlife experts say if you see a mountain lion, do not run.
Joan S. Dentler, Patch Staff
Belmont|News|
School District Abstains from 7th Grade Sex-Ed Program
Many parents expressed concern over the explicitness of the Teen Talk program.
Joan S. Dentler, Patch Staff
Belmont|News|
PG&E to Perform Gas Venting on Sem Lane
There may be some noise and gas odor associated with the work, which will be performed Thursday.
Joan S. Dentler, Patch Staff
Belmont|News|
County Teachers to Hold Protest Tonight Over Contract Negotiations
The protest will be held at the San Mateo County Office of Education in Redwood City at 6:30 p.m.
Joan S. Dentler, Patch Staff
San Carlos, CA|News|
Op-Ed: Opting for Silence
San Carlos City Councilmember Mark Olbert explains in his blog why he did not react to the rhetorical queries lobbed by a fellow councilmember during a discussion on the city's reusable bag ordinance.
Joan S. Dentler, Patch Staff
Half Moon Bay, CA|News|
Update: Hwy. 92 Open in Both Directions
An earlier crash at Hwy. 92 and Lower Skyline closed one lane and snarled traffic for miles.
Joan S. Dentler, Patch Staff
Redwood City-Woodside, CA|News|
Special Needs Teachers May Strike
Having worked without a contract since August, and without a pay raise in five to six years, the teachers say they are finally ready to say 'enough is enough.'
Joan S. Dentler, Patch Staff
Belmont|News|
Checked Your Garbage Bill Lately?
A Belmont resident is asking Patch readers to take a look at their Recology bills and report what they are paying per month.
Joan S. Dentler, Patch Staff
