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New ferry service starts Mondaybetween Peninsula and East Bay
When the new ferry service between Oakland, Alameda and South San Francisco picks up its first official passengers Monday, it'll be fair to say it's been a long time coming.
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THE CISTERNS AT GILBERT CASTLE Built by an Englishman by the name of John Hamlin Burnell back in 1870, this modest little castle with a Norman-style stone turret once sat alone on a grassy hill in what is now Hunters Point.
Man Arrested For Allegedly Stalking Students
A man was arrested Wednesday for allegedly stalking female highA school students in South San Francisco, police said.
Pair take deal in coworker attack
A terminated employee of a South San Francisco business and one friend pleaded no contest to charges stemming from an alleged violent confrontation with his former employer.
Their caps and gowns are pressed and ready to wear. They've practiced the walk, the handshake, accepting of their diplomas, and smiling for Mom and Dad's cameras.
World Environment Day is every day in San Francisco
On June 5th may countries will celebrate World Environment Day . WED was established by the United Nations General Assembly in 1972 at the Stockholm Conference on the Human Environment .
La Mar becoming an Embarcadero staple
San Franciscans generally don't take kindly to chefs who come here from other markets to do "one-offs," but that rule doesn't seem to apply to La Mar Cebicheria Peruana, opened by Gaston Acurio, a Peruvian chef who has restaurants in his native country plus Argentina, Mexico, Chile, Brazil and Spain.
Next week San Franciscans will get a chance to decide on whether they want to open up the city's garbage service to competitive bidding for the first time in 80 years.
Three charged with attempted murder of San Bruno cop
Three alleged gang members face attempted murder charges stemming from a police chase early Saturday that ended with an exchange of gunfire with a San Bruno officer, officials said.
Utah 7-year-old kicked off bus; probe under way
A Utah school bus driver is on leave as district officials investigate why a 7-year-old student was booted from a bus in an unfamiliar area.
Got an opinion about South San Francisco's public libraries? How about county flood control? If you'd like to help craft city policy on topics ranging from the arts to housing to the environment, now you have the chance: 19 seats on South San Francisco's boards and commissions have immediate or pending openings, due to either vacancies or term ... (more)
Deliveryman traded $10K in fish for crack
A former South San Francisco fish company deliveryman is on the hook for trading nearly all of the $10,000 worth of seafood inside his truck for $400 worth of crack cocaine and leaving the rest to rot in the abandoned vehicle.
Getting involved, and giving back
Now, as she prepares to graduate from El Camino High School in South San Francisco, she plans to pursue Native American studies at San Francisco State University with plans to probably teach history.
Giant Vending Machine Dispenses Gifts, Promotes British Columbia
Last week San Francisco residents passing through Justin Herman Plaza today got a bit of a surprise.
Mullin Raises Nearly $100,000 in Two Months
South San Francisco Councilmember Kevin Mullin has raised close to $100,000 for his campaign to represent District 22 in the California Assembly and has over $76,000 cash on hand, according to the latest FEC filings.
Drug Maker to Eliminate Jobs, Leave Town
Japanese drug-maker Takeda will close its South San Francisco office , eliminating half of the 65 jobs at that location and offering the remaining employees jobs at its San Diego office.
Live Review, 5/25/12: Cass McCombs and Michael Hurley Folk Out at Great American
The night began with a quiet, hollow Great American Music Hall, and ended with a room full of young, cool, and pretty buzzed San Franciscans watching a jam session in awe.
San Franciscans culminated the anniversary celebration of the Golden Gate Bridge Sunday night the way we typically celebrate 75-year-olds, with a cascading fireworks display and a barrage of air guitar-ready riffs.
Who Do You Trust For Your Groceries?
When a new family moves into your neighborhood and they ask for your recommendations for stores, take-out places or professional services, what do you say? Whether you're just picking up a quart of milk, doing a last-minute run before dinner, or methodically setting out for your weekly shopping, the grocery store may be the retail establishment you ... (more)