Slide Show: East Bay celebrates the Fourth
Around the Bay, Fourth of July celebrations drew big crowds. Our photo staff captures some of the many festivities.

John Horgan

John Horgan writes about all things San Mateo. His column appears twice weekly.

Joan Aragone

Joan Aragone's Time of Your Life column appears every Monday.

Carolyn Livengood writes about San Mateo County communities. Her Livin Good column appears weekly.

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	San Mateo County schools fight to maintain budgets Districts are in 'uncertain' territory as the state's deficit continues to threaten finances Bayshore Elementary district receives federal funds for homeless students Ralston Hall Mansion turned into swanky restaurant for independent film Bookmobile rolls into San Mateo neighborhoods Elementary, My Dears: Road tripping with the kids Joan Aragone: Feet get older too A look at the Ayres trial so far Two plead not guilty in San Mateo robbery and assault

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