Belmont|News|
Letter to the Editor: School Board Needs Serious People to Move District Forward
The author, a current BRSSD trustee, seeks support for three school board candidates.
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|
San Carlos Ave. Shut Down Temporarily
The road is closed between Beverly Drive and Kenton Avenue.
Joan S. Dentler, Patch Staff
Belmont|News|
Local Agencies Eradicate 8,100 Marijuana Plants from SMC Coastal Mountains
Marijuana, toxic garbage and a 12-gauge shotgun were seized from the coastal hills during the San Mateo County Narcotics Task Force's annual marijuana eradication operation.
Joan S. Dentler, Patch Staff
Belmont|News|
Feel Strongly About Belmont? How About Serving on a Commission?
Joan S. Dentler, Patch Staff
Redwood City-Woodside, CA|News|
County Supes Reject Ordinance Allowing Peace Officers to Buy Used Service Weapons
The original intent of the ordinance amendment was to allow sworn officers of the sheriff's department to buy their assigned service weapons once they become outdated and are replaced by newer models.
Joan S. Dentler, Patch Staff
Redwood City-Woodside, CA|News|
Mountain Lion Makes Morning Rounds in Woodside
The big cat was seen near the 400 block of Raymundo Drive.
Joan S. Dentler, Patch Staff
Belmont|News|
Let Election Season Begin: Belmont Chamber to Host Candidate Forum
The forums will be moderated by the League of Women Voters.
Joan S. Dentler, Patch Staff
Redwood City-Woodside, CA|News|
Tuesday Factoid: Richest Americans Live Right Next Door
Joan S. Dentler, Patch Staff
Redwood City-Woodside, CA|News|
Obituary: Kathleen Sliter of RWC, Was Lifelong Musician
Kathleen was preceded in death by her husband, George Sliter just one year ago.
Joan S. Dentler, Patch Staff
Redwood City-Woodside, CA|News|
Letter to the Editor: Plan Bay Area Good Example of Modernity
The author calls for a wider variety of housing to accommodate the diverse population of the county.
Joan S. Dentler, Patch Staff
Redwood City-Woodside, CA|News|
How About a Little 'Downward Dog' Before Dinner
Did you know September is National Yoga Month? Come out to Courthouse Square tonight and join in on a free yoga class.
Joan S. Dentler, Patch Staff
Belmont|News|
Can You Name Any of These Cipriani Kids?
Here's a blast from the past....see if you know any of these young basketball players from the 1960s!
Joan S. Dentler, Patch Staff
Redwood City-Woodside, CA|News|
Sen. Yee's Been a Busy Bee (Part 1)
From foster care to immigration reform, Sen. Leland Yee has had a productive year sponsoring bills in the California Legislature.
Joan S. Dentler, Patch Staff
Belmont|News|
Citywide Root Foaming Starts Monday
Yet another good reason to tune into Belmont Patch---where else would you learn what root foaming is?
Joan S. Dentler, Patch Staff
Belmont|News|
WATCH: BRSLL Celebration, ‘Not Just 13 Strong, But an Entire Community’
Belmont and Redwood City honored their hometown Little League heroes Sunday in a celebration fit for champions.
Joan S. Dentler, Patch Staff
Belmont|News|
Safety Quiz: At What Age/Height is a Child Required to Use Carseat?
This week, the California Highway Patrol will observe National Child Passenger Safety Week by conducting child safety seat events throughout the state.
Joan S. Dentler, Patch Staff
Redwood City-Woodside, CA|News|
Obituary: Roger Willey, M.D., Former Sequoia Hospital Chief of Staff
Dr. Willey, 91, practiced family medicine in Redwood City for more than 40 years. Upon retirement, he explored photography, astronomy and worldwide travel with his wife, Muriel.
Joan S. Dentler, Patch Staff
Belmont|News|
Obituary: Bonnie Martin Hassett, Longtime Belmont Resident, Was Tutor at Carlmont High School
Bonnie and her husband, Bill, were avid skiers and retired several years ago to Lincoln, CA, near Lake Tahoe.
Joan S. Dentler, Patch Staff
Redwood City-Woodside, CA|News|
‘Connect, Redwood City!’ to Launch Thursday
Redwood City Mayor Alicia Aguirre, will cut the ribbon to kick off the new program that encourages vanpooling, bike/car sharing and other transit options.
Joan S. Dentler, Patch Staff
