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|
Connect with Customers in Five Easy Steps
Suggestions to improve recognition and increase traffic.
Joan S. Dentler, Patch Staff
Belmont|News|
Over Asking: Lyon Avenue Home is Belmont's Top Seller
This home, located at 2100 Lyon Ave., was on the market for about five weeks.
Joan S. Dentler, Patch Staff
San Carlos, CA|News|
Weekly Walker: Ancient Oaks Trail is Hiker’s Paradise
“There is great peace in this natural beauty; we must all help to preserve it.” —Inscription on a trailside bench
Joan S. Dentler, Patch Staff
Belmont|News|
Belmont History Quiz of the Day: What Are These Guys Up To?
Hint: The house still stands today, though not in its original location.
Joan S. Dentler, Patch Staff
San Carlos, CA|News|
Robbery Attempt Foiled Near House of Bagels
The victim was approached by three men demanding his wallet in front of the Laurel Street bagel shop.
Joan S. Dentler, Patch Staff
Belmont|News|
NDNU Theatre Fest: 'Foolish Fairytales' Features Familiar Faces
The short plays are perfect for young children--they may even recognize some of the young actors!
Joan S. Dentler, Patch Staff
San Carlos, CA|News|
CALLING ALL CROONERS! RAGAZZI BOYS CHORUS HOLDS AUDITIONS
Joan S. Dentler, Patch Staff
Belmont|News|
Set, Spike, Study: CHS Girls Volleyball Team Earns Academic Award
15 members of the Scots squad combined for a 3.93 team grade point average.
Joan S. Dentler, Patch Staff
Belmont|News|
New BRSSD School Lunch Provider Makes Ordering a Piece of Cake
Students in the Belmont Redwood Shores School District will enjoy healthy school lunches by a new vendor, Choicelunch.
Joan S. Dentler, Patch Staff
San Carlos, CA|News|
Capt. Rothaus Addresses Residential Burglaries in San Carlos
Rothaus attributes the reduction in burglaries in the second half of 2013 to heightened awareness in the community.
Joan S. Dentler, Patch Staff
San Carlos, CA|News|
Ignored Dreams of Spring Flowers Blossom into Ashley’s Garden
Magic doesn’t just occur at Christmas, Easter and at Disneyland.
Joan S. Dentler, Patch Staff
San Carlos, CA|News|
Former San Carlos Parks & Rec Staffer Earns Scholarship
Kenny Trabanino, who served as a staff member for city's after school program, is studying criminal justice at UCSB.
Joan S. Dentler, Patch Staff
Redwood City-Woodside, CA|News|
Menlo Park’s Trabanino Earns Scholarship
Kenny Trabanino graduated from Junipero Serra High School and is currently studying criminal justice at UCSB.
Joan S. Dentler, Patch Staff
Belmont|News|
Lose (More than Your Mind) at Outside Lands?
Organizers of the music fest say they have a collection of lost-and-found items, including keys, phones, wallets, passports, and even a hearing aid. Items are posted online.
Joan S. Dentler, Patch Staff
