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.
The paint was used in the 30s and 40s contained dangerous lead that deteriorated over time and harmed people, especially children.
The paint that was used in the 30s and 40s contained dangerous lead that deteriorated over time and harmed people, especially children.
Last year, over 50 local businesses filled 60 donation barrels with over 12,000 toys and books, and provided them to about 500 needy families.
Several retailers will be open till 8:00 p.m. Thurs., Dec. 19 in downtown Redwood City.
Last week city maintenance crews picked up 340 pounds of trash between Cipriani Boulevard and Hillcrest Avenue.
A pint of blood can save a life, and only takes a few minutes to give.
Hundreds of toys were collected by firefighters for the Toys for Tots program. They will be delivered to needy families on Dec. 18.
A wrapping party will be held Monday, Dec. 16 at the Red Morton Community Center from 5-8 p.m.
Some caring Redwood City residents are hoping to locate this dog's owner.
The team will play Prunedale for the championship.
The workshop will include a walking tour of the site, and attendees will have an opportunity to give their input on land use and project design.
The department's social media program includes Facebook pages in both English and Spanish, and a live "video chat" with Redwood City police officers.
"Ultimately, we are striving to improve outcomes for those incarcerated in our county and as a result, reduce recidivism and make our county an even safer place to live.” — San Mateo County Sheriff Greg Munks.
A collision on the San Mateo Bridge at about 2:25 p.m. Friday resulted in a disagreement between two relatives, with one ending up in the bay.
A collision on the San Mateo Bridge at about 2:25 p.m. Friday resulted in a disagreement between two relatives, with one ending up in the bay. The man was rescued by the Coast Guard.
A collision on the San Mateo Bridge at about 2:25 p.m. Friday resulted in a disagreement between two relatives, with one ending up in the bay. The man was rescued by the Coast Guard.
Ultimately, we are striving to improve outcomes for those incarcerated in our county and as a result, reduce recidivism and make our county an even safer place to live.” San Mateo County Sheriff Greg Munks.
Coach Andre Kessler invites the community to cheer on the team this weekend at Port Royal Park in Foster City.
Officers will be on hand to collect toys for the CHiPs for Kids program.
Coach Andre Kessler invites the community to cheer on the team this weekend at Port Royal Park in Foster City.