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Wan said the company was also “seeking information from market participants concerning the availability and cost of renewable natural gas,” which can be produced from organic waste instead of extracted from the ground. But renewable gas would also likely face resistance from environmental groups — the Sierra Club, for example, says the gas still releases pollutants when combusted and does not erase the safety risks inherent in pipeline infrastructure. … [Read more...] about PG&E plan to limit blackouts clashes with clean energy groups

Disinformation and democracy: A forum on the threats to democratic elections from digital disinformation. Panelists include Irina Raicu, director of internet ethics at Markkula Center; Alex Stamos, former chief security officer at Facebook and director of the Stanford Internet Observatory; and Subramaniam Vincent, director of journalism and media ethics at Markkula Center. $10. 6 p.m., Computer History Museum, 1401 North Shoreline Blvd., Mountain View. More information is here. … [Read more...] about Bay Area political events: Congressional town halls, Walk for Life

2. The fare is $8, lowered from the original cost of $10 during the pilot program in 2016. Kids age 5 to 18 ride for $3 and children under 5 ride for free. Discounts are available for seniors, members of the military and veterans. Tickets for the Cross Bay Ferry are now on sale on the group's website. Riders can also purchase tickets by phone at (727) 273-5932. … [Read more...] about 10 Things To Know About The New Cross-Bay Ferry Service

A portion of W Bay Street between Bayshore Boulevard and S Magnolia Avenue will close beginning on Wednesday, January 8, 2020 for utility construction. A utility contractor will be installing a new utility pole and associated equipment for a small wireless facility on the north side of W Bay Street. … [Read more...] about Temporary Lane Closure On W Bay Street To Begin Wednesday

The video, as seen on the Neighbors app, shows the fox trotting past the driveway and picking up the pace once he sees he's triggered the lights. The neighbor who submitted the video suspects the fox may be the newest member of a furry trio that hangs around the property. … [Read more...] about Watch: Fox Scampers Through North Reading Driveway