With national Fire Prevention Week starting on Sunday, Oct. 5, we’re highlighting some local fire-safety tips, including the scoop on how local cities are sharing information on using lithium-ion batteries safely, plus the stories of two Peninsula residents who’ve added smart wildfire defense systems to their propeties and Midpen’s ongoing efforts to help prevent widespread fires in open spaces. The post October fire-safety guide: Tips, ongoing prevention efforts and smart wildfire sp...| Mountain View Voice
The Midpeninsula’s residential real estate market should remain mostly above the fray this spring despite economic uncertainties, a roller coaster stock market and relatively high interest rates. That is the cautiously optimistic assessment, at least, from the region’s Realtors. They even predict an incremental improvement in the area’s famous lack of housing inventory during the upcoming season.| Palo Alto Online