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"Winter Reads" community reading game

Published on November 06, 2026

End this year strong, keep reading through the winter season, and kick-start the New Year as you read your way through the coziest time of the year. All ages can participate by signing up on the Reader Zone App between Nov. 15 – Jan. 17. Everyone who reaches their reading goal will earn a free book!

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Attend November events to help prepare for the upcoming storm season

Published on November 02, 2026

With storm season approaching, local preparedness events are available to help you stay ready and safe. Menlo Park, East Palo Alto and San Francisquito Creek Joint Powers Authority are partnering to host the first of these events Nov. 12 from 6:30–7:30 p.m. in person at Laurel School Upper Campus, Atrium Room (275 Elliott Drive). Later that week, pick up free sandbags during Sandbag Saturday at t

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Rental and legal assistance programs coming to Menlo Park

Published on November 02, 2026

On Oct. 27, 2026, the City Council unanimously approved program guidelines to administer a rental assistance program and a legal assistance program for qualifying residents of Menlo Park. Today, Nov. 2, 2026, the City of Menlo Park released a Request for Proposals (RFP) seeking qualified and experienced service providers to administer the rental and legal assistance services.

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More bike parking at Caltrain is now available!

Published on November 02, 2026

More bike parking is now available at the Menlo Park Caltrain
Station in a controlled access bike room. Customers can sign up for an account online and link their Clipper card to access the room through a kiosk.

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Pet licensing: what you need to know

Published on November 02, 2026

Dog and cat licenses are required throughout San Mateo County. Licensing is easy, with annual fees starting at $8 for spayed or neutered cats and $25 for spayed or neutered dogs. Pet owners can apply online, by mail or in person with proof of rabies vaccination and spay or neuter status.

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Stay safe this Halloween

Published on October 26, 2026

As Halloween draws near, the Menlo Park Police Department encourages everyone to keep safety in mind while enjoying the festivities. Here are some reminders to help ensure a fun and safe celebration.

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City's home electrification matching rebates fully subscribed

Published on October 26, 2026

The City of Menlo Park's home electrification matching rebate program is now fully subscribed, with all available funding committed. Thank you to all residents who participated and took steps toward cleaner, more energy-efficient homes! While additional City matching rebates are no longer available, residents can continue exploring home electrification incentives through WestLight Energy.

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Only six rebates left for the Menlo Park EV Rebate Program

Published on October 26, 2026

More Menlo Park residents are making the switch to cleaner driving! Join Joanne who recently received an electric vehicle (EV) rebate Program, offered by the City of Menlo Park in partnership with Acterra, to help purchase her new electric car. Thanks to the strong community response, only six out of 20 EV rebates remain!

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Explore healthier homes at the Breathing Room Summit Oct. 23

Published on October 19, 2026

Menlo Park residents are invited to attend Breathing Room, a regional summit on health, indoor air quality and residential stoves, Friday, Oct. 23, in Redwood City. Hear the latest research on air quality and induction stoves and explore cleaner electric appliances and technologies that support healthier indoor environments.

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Shooting occurred following a traffic collision

Published on October 16, 2026

On October 15, 2026, Menlo Park Police responded to the area of Bay Road and Hedge Road for multiple reports of gunshots in the area. Upon arrival, Menlo Park Police Officers located a 47-year-old male suffering from a gunshot wound as preliminary investigation revealed that the shooting was as a result of a vehicle non injury collision.

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News articles

"Winter Reads" community reading game

Attend November events to help prepare for the upcoming storm season

Rental and legal assistance programs coming to Menlo Park

More bike parking at Caltrain is now available!

Pet licensing: what you need to know

Stay safe this Halloween

City's home electrification matching rebates fully subscribed

Only six rebates left for the Menlo Park EV Rebate Program

Explore healthier homes at the Breathing Room Summit Oct. 23

Shooting occurred following a traffic collision

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