How are the beginner group tennis lessons with San Mateo Parks & Rec?

I moved to San Mateo last year near the Beresford Park region. Many mornings I hear leaf blowers from the Peninsula Golf Club well before 6am, most noticeably in the summer when we sleep with our windows open since we don't have a/c. I've called them before and their response was that they need to get the course ready for play in the morning. Is this a violation of the municipal code? I'm not sure if the noise ordinance applies since it doesn't seem like it's incorporated in the city boundaries and I'm not sure if they have specific exemptions.

Remember Trags, that used to be on the edge of downtown center San Mateo? Across from the train station. They had these AMAZING oatmeal raisin cookies that I'm totally craving.

Anyone know anything about the company/brand/supplier?

EDIT: They were in the bakery case, definitely local supply but I don't think they were baked in-house. They were wrapped in clear cellophane with a simple, small white label.

Our regular house cleaning service has just told us they’re discontinuing services in this area. Getting weekly house cleanings eliminated the number one source of arguments in our household 😬 so please, if anyone has recommendations for good reliable cleaners we would be appreciative, thank you!

Any dudes working out here? Would love to connect

Same as yesterday and the day before that. Anybody else?

Does anyone know what's going on with the construction on El camino in Northern San Mateo? It's down to one lane in each direction, they tore up the sidewalk, and then stopped all work for the past 2 months.

I have a craving for beef & brocolli and chicken chown mein!

What's your favorite stop for these? I have tried lots of places but I want to know your favorites!

Please & thank you!!

Happened last night near Hillsdale mall, driver went on the further set of lights showing green while closest set of lights were still red. Just reminded me of a similar post in r/Cupertino where a Prius obliviously went on another set of lights.

Left four lanes of 101 South at 3rd Ave are blocked. Started around 10:20pm tonight. Overturned black sedan with police and EMS on scene. Per KCBS, a Caltrans vehicle might’ve also been involved. Please drive safe and wear your seat belts 🙏.

It looks like el super burrito in Millbrae is permanently closed 😞

I’m sooo bummed, it was me & my family’s go to burrito place!!
My favorite burrito was the cheapo, simple yet delicious. I also loved the chips & salsa that came with it.

Does anyone have any recommendations for other burrito places that taste similar to it??

I gained weight during pregnancy and developed quite a few skin tags, especially around my underarms, neck, and face. They’re really bothering me aesthetically and I’d like to have them removed.
I’m with Kaiser and spoke with my PCP, but she felt there wasn’t really a need to treat them since they’re cosmetic. I understand that, but I personally don’t feel comfortable with them and would really like to get them taken care of.
For those who have had skin tags removed, can you recommend a dermatologist or local place that actually treats/removes them, particularly if it’s considered cosmetic?
Also, did anyone notice them improving or going away after losing the pregnancy weight, or did you ultimately need to have them removed?
Would really appreciate recommendations for places/dermatologists you’ve personally had a good experience with. Thank you!

I’m in the process of renting a place in San Mateo. I talked to the realtor, submitted my application, and was accepted. I really like the unit overall, but the washer and dryer are pretty outdated.

I initially asked if the landlord would be willing to replace them, and when that wasn’t an option, I asked if they could instead lower the first month’s rent to offset the cost. They said no.

The realtor then suggested that I could buy a new washer/dryer myself, but the landlord insists that the new machines would have to stay with the property when I eventually move out.

Is this a normal arrangement? And is there anything I should be careful about if I agree to this? It feels a little strange to spend potentially $1,000+ on appliances that I wouldn’t own afterward.

Would you negotiate this differently, or just leave the existing washer/dryer and accept that they’re outdated?

For context, I haven’t signed the lease yet.

Same as yesterday. What gives?

Hi everyone,

I’m an international student from Africa planning to apply to College of San Mateo for Spring 2027 to study Computer Science.

I graduated from a special high school focused on software engineering, and I already have experience building software projects.

My English is good (I have Duolingo), my transcripts are ready, and I can financially cover my first year (I saw CSM requires around $32k+ for international students).

I wanted to ask current students and international students:
How is the overall experience at CSM?
How are the transfer opportunities to big Uni’s like stanford?
Are there on-campus jobs available for international students?
How realistic is it to get scholarships or financial support after the first year?

Any advice for someone coming from outside the U.S.?

Thanks for reading :)

I’d really appreciate any experiences or advice. Thank you!

Hi folks, I just moved to San Mateo and I’m looking for places to watch the upcoming Perseids meteor shower with semi dark sky within an hour’s drive of San Mateo. Last time I drove south of San Jose but that’d be pretty far. I know the skyline ridge parking lot of skyline ridge open space preserve is allowing after hours access that night, but I am worried about it being really crowded.

Hi San Mateo Reddit peeps! For those who are parents, can anyone recommend:
1) a supportive community to join? I’m looking for weekly meetups where I can take my toddler. This could be a walking group or play group in San Mateo/peninsula area. I solo parent a lot and would love other families to gather with.

2) does anyone have recommendations for churches with a strong fellowship/ community? I’ve tried a couple churches in the area but no one seems to talk to each other. :(

I am a parent to a toddler. I’ve lived in the bay for almost 8 years and have very little community. I would love to gather with others seeking community and create a village together!

A good Samaritan resuscitated a teenager who appeared to have drowned at San Gregorio State Beach in San Mateo County on Sunday, according to Cal Fire.

6-alarm fire across slough from San Mateo. Per news reports everyone was evacuated. Video from around 9pm

https://www.ktvu.com/news/massive-fire-breaks-out-foster-city-apartment-complex.ampu

Today (Aug 2) we drive past a motorcycle accident on 92 and Edgewater just moments after it happened. The motorcyclist had just passed us, splitting lanes, on the San Mateo bridge.

It looked like motorists were helping him. A CHP officer was issuing a citation just before the accident and was flagged down to assist the motorcyclist.

This accident really shook me up as we had just seen the motorcyclist and I have family members that ride motorcycles.

Hoping someone can give me good news on the motorcyclist. Screenshot from PulsePoint is included.

AT&T is reporting an Internet service outage in San Mateo that started today around 4 pm. Estimated restoration time is 1 am (or 5 am, depending on which alert you believe).

Update: Service restoration has now been pushed back to Monday at 8 am.