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Angela Swartz joined The Almanac in 2018. She reports on youth and education, and the towns of Atherton, Portola Valley and Woodside. Angela, who grew up in San Mateo, previously reported for the Silicon Valley Business Journal and San Mateo Daily Journal. She holds a master's degree in investigative reporting from American University. She interned at The Washington Post while completing her master's. She also holds a bachelor's degree in U.S. history and Spanish from University of California, Davis.Stories by Angela
Slate of incumbents and newcomer ahead in Ravenswood school board race
In early returns, Laura Nuñez, Mele Latu and Tamara Sobomehin are the top three candidates in the race for seats on the Ravenswood City School District governing board.[Tuesday, November 8, 2022]
Buried car: Forensics team analyzing vehicle for DNA that could connect it to other crimes
Police confirm the convertible found buried in the backyard of a residence belonged to a former homeowner with a criminal history.[Friday, November 4, 2022]
Former Stanford Water Polo coach dies in bike accident on Cañada Road
Veteran Stanford water polo coach Dante Dettamanti died in a bike accident on Cañada Road in San Mateo County on Tuesday, when he crashed into a street sweeper while bicycling near state Route 92.[Thursday, October 27, 2022]
Atherton: Criminal details emerge about man who owned home with buried car
As forensic experts examine a car found in a home's yard that may contain human remains, more details are emerging about the man who owned the home when the vehicle was likely buried.[Tuesday, October 25, 2022]
Four competing for three seats on Ravenswood City School District board
With board member Ana Maria Pulido not seeking reelection, at least one new member will join the Ravenswood board this fall.[Tuesday, October 25, 2022]
Buried car case in Atherton: On-site investigation complete, still no human remains found
The on-site investigation of a car buried in an Atherton backyard has concluded, with the vehicle excavated and fully removed on Saturday.[Monday, October 24, 2022]
Buried car unearthed in Atherton Saturday and taken away by tow truck
Johnny Bocktune Lew, the former owner of the Atherton home where a buried car was found on Oct. 20, had a criminal history that included murder and insurance fraud.[Saturday, October 22, 2022]
Cadaver dogs indicate there might be human remains in buried car in Atherton
Atherton police are trying to get to the bottom of why a car reported stolen in 1992 was buried in the yard of a home on Stockbridge Avenue. Cadaver dogs have twice indicated that human remains might be present.[Friday, October 21, 2022]
With board divided, Ravenswood school district drops its mask mandate
For the first time in three years, Ravenswood City School District students and staff won't need to wear face masks in classrooms when they return to campuses on Aug. 24.[Monday, August 15, 2022]
Longtime Ravenswood school district trustee will not seek reelection this fall
Ana Maria Pulido won't be running for reelection to the Ravenswood City School District board of trustees in November, citing a need to explore other opportunities and urging fresh faces to run.[Monday, August 8, 2022]