Redwood City-Woodside, CA|News|
Should Cars Be Required to Stay Three Feet Away from a Bicycle?
And, if so, should the penalty be more than $35
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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Redwood City-Woodside, CA|News|
One Injured, One Arrested in Menlo Park Shooting
Police say the victim was shot once after allegedly having been threatened with a baseball bat by the suspect.
Joan S. Dentler, Patch Staff
Redwood City-Woodside, CA|News|
Weekly Walker: A Short Loop on Crazy Pete's Road
“If you are seeking creative ideas, go out walking. Angels whisper to a man when he goes for a walk.” —Raymond Inmon
Joan S. Dentler, Patch Staff
Belmont|News|
CHS Academy Program Seeking Volunteers
The program targets at-risk students in their junior year of high school.
Joan S. Dentler, Patch Staff
Belmont|News|
Pencils, Check...Binders, Check...EPT.....???
This may be "A Good Deal" but it's probably not on too many Back-to-School shopping lists!
Joan S. Dentler, Patch Staff
Belmont|News|
Photo of the Day: Argonaut Spirit Squad
The NDNU Spirit Squad is a cheer team dedicated to spreading the Argonaut spirit throughout the NDNU community.
Joan S. Dentler, Patch Staff
Redwood City-Woodside, CA|News|
Bay Bridge Closure Countdown: Transit Officials Say Research Travel Options
The Bay Bridge will close down at 8:00 p.m. Wed. for the weekend. The theme for the Labor Day Weekend: "Plan ahead."
Joan S. Dentler, Patch Staff
Belmont|News|
Belmont Woman Scammed in 'Grandson' Scheme
Belmont police remind citizens, particularly seniors to be suspicious of unsolicited phone calls requesting money.
Joan S. Dentler, Patch Staff
Redwood City-Woodside, CA|News|
Hannig Cup Shoves Off Tonight at Port of Redwood City
The event begins with a sailboat race on the bay, and is followed by a fundraising dinner for local boating programs and Floating Doctors, a medical relief team.
Joan S. Dentler, Patch Staff
Belmont|News|
My Family’s Small, but Mighty Piece of Civil Rights History
"Come senators, congressmen, please heed the call, don't stand in the doorways, don't block up the halls..." Bob Dylan
Joan S. Dentler, Patch Staff
Belmont|News|
Two Men Killed in Monday Crash on Hwy. 280 Identified
The CHP says the driver lost control and the vehicle drifted off the highway near Burlingame, killing two of the three passengers.
Joan S. Dentler, Patch Staff
San Carlos, CA|News|
Doe Makes Quite an Entrance Into San Carlos Home
A young doe mistook a plate glass window for an extension of the front yard of a home on Devonshire Blvd. Saturday morning.
Joan S. Dentler, Patch Staff
Redwood City-Woodside, CA|News|
Update: Lanes Reopen on NB Hwy. 101 After Injury Crash
The crash happened at about 9:50 Tuesday morning in the northbound lanes near Whipple Ave.
Joan S. Dentler, Patch Staff
San Carlos, CA|News|
On Eve of First Day of School, A Message from Sheriff's Office
Extra patrol deputies, along with an increase in motorcycle traffic units will be in San Carlos school zones and the surrounding neighborhoods.
Joan S. Dentler, Patch Staff
Redwood City-Woodside, CA|News|
Update: Hwy. 84 in Woodside Reopens After Morning Closure
The trees that were blocking Woodside Road near Portola Road have been cleared.
Joan S. Dentler, Patch Staff
Belmont|News|
Dance Mode Studios Celebrates Grand Reopening Tonight
The new studio, located in San Carlos, offers an area for dance students to do homework, or just have some quiet time before classes.
Joan S. Dentler, Patch Staff
Redwood City-Woodside, CA|News|
Pedal Power: Bike Share Program Kicks Off Thursday
700 bikes will be available in five cities from San Francisco to San Jose, including Redwood City.
Joan S. Dentler, Patch Staff
Belmont|News|
Belmont Firefighters Deployed to Rim Fire Near Yosemite
The Belmont engine and its crew are assigned to structure protection in Twain Harte, situated in Tuolumne County along Hwy. 108.
Joan S. Dentler, Patch Staff
Redwood City-Woodside, CA|News|
Six Reasons to Post an Announcement on Redwood City Patch
Use our free Announcements Board to share about nuptials, anniversaries, births, fundraisers, volunteer opportunities, and lost and found notices.
Joan S. Dentler, Patch Staff
San Carlos, CA|News|
Local Firefighters Deployed to Rim Fire
The South San Mateo County Strike Team is comprised of crews from RWC, Woodside, and SM/FC/Belmont.
Joan S. Dentler, Patch Staff
