San Carlos, CA|News|
Weekly Walker: Hike the Ridges and Ravines of SMC
San Carlos hiking enthusiast Tom Davids shares some of his favorite weekly walks. This week's adventure is to the Skyline Trail.
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|
Slideshow: Coronado Avenue Home Sells for $1.2M
Each week Patch will bring you San Carlos' highest priced home sale. This week it was this mid-century modern home in the Beverly Terrace neighborhood.
Joan S. Dentler, Patch Staff
San Carlos, CA|News|
Photo of the Day: Wendy is Ready for Hot Harvest Nights
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Belmont|News|
Belmont Rotary Honors Students With College Scholarships
Three local students received $3,000 scholarships.
Joan S. Dentler, Patch Staff
Belmont|News|
Twin Pines With a Twang: Fred McCarty Band to Play Sunday
The Belmont Park Boosters free Summer Concerts in Twin Pines Park continues this Sunday with the Country & Western sounds of the Fred McCarthy Band.
Joan S. Dentler, Patch Staff
San Carlos, CA|News|
Do You Have a Vision For San Carlos' Future Development?
There is one vacancy on the city's planning commission.
Joan S. Dentler, Patch Staff
San Carlos, CA|News|
Update: Brush Fire Extinguished Near Brittan Avenue
The fire was reported at 4:21 near the 3400 block of Brittan Avenue in San Carlos.
Joan S. Dentler, Patch Staff
Belmont|News|
Slideshow: Belmont's Top Home Sale of the Week
Each week Patch will bring you Belmont's highest priced home sale. This week it was this home in Hidden Valley.
Joan S. Dentler, Patch Staff
San Carlos, CA|News|
Pssst...You Won't Want to Miss the 'Surprise' at Hot Harvest Nights
A little bird from the San Carlos Chamber told Patch of a little surprise happening at this week's farmers' market. But mum's the word.
Joan S. Dentler, Patch Staff
Belmont|News|
It'll Be a Hot Time in The Ol' Town This Weekend
The Belmont Fire Department warns of above-normal temps through next week.
Joan S. Dentler, Patch Staff
San Carlos, CA|News|
A Walking Tour of San Carlos: From Cows to Chrysanthemums
The City of Good Living came to prominence in its early days as a hub for dairy and flower farms. Take a walking tour this Saturday of some of the city's historic sites.
Joan S. Dentler, Patch Staff
San Carlos, CA|News|
Preliminary Trial Date Set for Joseph Kaufman
Kaufman has been charged in the beating death of Barney Hanepen.
Joan S. Dentler, Patch Staff
San Carlos, CA|News|
Peninsula Residents, Lawmakers Laud Prop 8 Ruling
Assemblyman Rich Gordon called today a day for celebration.
Joan S. Dentler, Patch Staff
Belmont|News|
Slideshow: Fox Renovations Well Underway
Access to the parking lot at Fox Elementary School is limited, and fencing has been installed around much of the campus.
Joan S. Dentler, Patch Staff
San Carlos, CA|News|
PG&E to Vent Natural Gas on Thursday
Those in the area of Commercial Street and Old County Road may notice the smell of natural gas. This is normal and safe during the venting procedure.
Joan S. Dentler, Patch Staff
Belmont|News|
In 5-4 Vote, Supreme Court Strikes Down DOMA
Same-sex marriage ban is ruled unconstitutional.
Joan S. Dentler, Patch Staff
Belmont|News|
In 5-4 Vote, Supreme Court Strikes Down DOMA
Same-sex marriage ban is ruled unconstitutional.
Joan S. Dentler, Patch Staff
