Cochlear implants help deaf toddlers hear and speak, but they come with controversy
Averi Halbert was born deaf, but cochlear implants have helped her learn to listen and speak. Yet, implants are still controversial in the deaf community.
Redwood City
Water attractions to replace E. coli contaminated sandboxes in Redwood City (VIDEO)
After identifying sandboxes in two Redwood City parks that were contaminated with E. coli bacteria, the city is renovating the parks, removing the sandboxes and replacing them with water attractions.
E. coli outbreaks close sandboxes at two Redwood City parks
At two parks in Redwood City, sand features have been permanently closed, due to recurring outbreaks of E. Coli bacteria in the sand itself. Renovations to change the sand to water features are underway.
Redwood City baseball field to reopen with new turf
Redwood City’s Hawes Park, closed for renovations since April, is scheduled to reopen by Dec. 8.
Redwood City reinstates full school year
The Redwood City School District will have a full year of classes ending June 9, 2011 thanks to increased funding from the state’s newly passed budget.
Former Rep. Pete McCloskey receives Sierra Club award
Former Congressman Pete McCloskey, co-founder of Earth Day, received an award from the Sierra Club. Accepting the award, he reflected on his past accomplishments and California’s future – including the legalization of marijuana.
Historic Theater Faces Uncertain Future
Today marks the third straight month of darkness for Redwood Citys historic Fox Theatre, and city officials are searching for buyers who could bring downtowns foreclosed landmark back to its glory days.
Crunching the Numbers at the Parks Department
SAN MATEO COUNTY–The Parks Department is likely to face at least a 10 percent budget reduction next fiscal year, leading to increased overnight camping fees and higher house rentals for rangers.