ScotSkim: me too
Maya Benjamin, Staff Writer
September 27, 2018
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Brett Kavanaugh's judiciary confirmation hearings come to a halt Brett Kavanaugh's judiciary confirmation hearings have generated controversy as Kavanaugh has been accused of sexual misconduct. The alleged victim Christine Blasey Ford, 51, claims that during a party in 1982, Kavanaugh and his friend ...
Belmont movie night shows off a local sense of community
Taisiia Yakovenko, Staff Writer
September 26, 2018
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The annual Belmont movie night allows people from nearby cities to connect with one another while watching the amusing movie “Trolls.” The City of Belmont planned the event for the people of local communities to enjoy the company of one another on the evening of Sept. 20. “I like it when t...
Increasing gas prices fuel problems for teens
Julia Rhodie, Staff Writer
September 25, 2018
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For adults with full-time careers, a spike in gas prices is frustrating yet manageable. However, teenagers across the Bay Area are struggling to fund their transportation. Gas prices in the Bay Area are reaching $4 per gallon, surpassing the national average of $2.90 per gallon by almost 30 perce...
ScotSkim: the storm after the storm
Emma Romanowsky, Staff Writer
September 18, 2018
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Hurricane Florence aftermath hits the East Coast hard Hurricane Florence hit the East Coast this week with a lower intensity than expected. The storm, originally a Category 4, was downgraded to a Category 2 as it hit the Carolinas. However, the aftermath of the storm is causing significant damage to t...
Mobile spay and neuter clinic reaches out to pet owners
Nisha Marino, Staff Writer
September 16, 2018
According to the Humane Society of the U.S., 23 million pets live in underserved communities in the nation. Of that number, 87 percent are not spayed or neutered, and 77 percent have never seen a veterinarian. Spaying and neutering pets are becoming necessities due to animal overpopulation in the...
ScotSkim: the fallout
Maya Benjamin, Staff Writer
September 14, 2018
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Serena Williams drama outshines Naomi Osaka's win The U.S. Open Women's Final turned ugly when Serena Williams got into a verbal argument with the umpire Carlos Ramos. Ramos gave Williams a code violation after he determined that her coach, Patrick Mouratoglu, had been giving her coaching signals from...
Bay Area restaurants move toward eco-friendly status
Julia Rhodie, Staff Writer
September 10, 2018
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You are at the coffee shop you visit every morning as an essential step in your routine. You order a decaf iced mocha, wait by the pick-up counter, and receive your coffee when you realize something is missing. Where is your straw? Restaurants throughout the Bay Area are eliminating the use of...
The annual celebration of Greek culture brings people together
Taisiia Yakovenko, Staff Writer
September 7, 2018
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Church of the Holy Cross invited families to enjoy food, drama, dancing, music, and shops on the 48th Greek Festival. The annual festival in Belmont marked yet another celebration of Greek culture and traditions that allow families across the Bay Area to experience and enjoy it first hand. Anast...
ScotSkim: remembering icons
Emma Romanowsky, Staff Writer
September 4, 2018
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John McCain’s funerals bring together Democrats and Republicans The memorial services honoring the late Senator John McCain brought together more than 2,000 people, Republicans and Democrats alike. In the front row, sat former presidents George W. Bush, Bill Clinton, and Barack Obama, along with ...
Reptile Show slithers into San Jose
Nisha Marino, Staff Writer
August 31, 2018
People of all ages joined together last weekend to interact with reptiles. The San Jose Reptile Show is an annual exhibition held at the Santa Clara County Fairgrounds Expo Hall. Local vendors bring a variety of reptiles, including snakes, lizards, and tortoises, some of which are bred and some of ...
ScotSkim: Mollie Tibbits
Maya Benjamin, Staff Writer
August 28, 2018
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On July 18, 20-year-old Mollie Tibbetts went missing after going for a jog in Brooklyn, Iowa. Tibbetts, a University of Iowa student, had been staying in Brooklyn with her boyfriend for the summer. After an extensive search that lasted over a month, her body was found on Aug. 21 in a cornfield. ...
Fare evaders pose a significant problem for BART
Julia Rhodie, Staff Writer
August 28, 2018
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It’s time to go home from work, and the BART station is chaotic. People are running from the ticket station to catch their train. To some, this may seem like the perfect time to skip the ticket line. It might sound like no big deal, but according to BART Media Relations manager James Allison, “We [BART] est...
As of Nov. 15, the Bay Area has the worst air quality in the world. In this breaking news piece, we answer your most pressing questions about the smoke invading our communities, including Carlmont's response to canceling school and how you can help victims.
Rachel McCrea, Staff Writer
The late morning sun shines through the trees of Twin Pines Park in Belmont, dappling the stone of the...
Questions arise surrounding leadership as the 'blue wave' crashes The ‘blue wave,’ crashed, as many...
November 18, 2018
“If your friends jumped off a bridge, would you?” This is the typical response of a parent when their child asks if they can do something because all of their friends...
Robyn Stein, Staff Writer
November 16, 2018
The Carlmont cheer team is preparing for the Jamz Slam City, a cheer and dance regional competition, at the Cow Palace on Saturday, Dec. 1. They may be nervous, but all...
Julia Rhodie, Staff Writer
November 15, 2018
California burns up from fires in north and south Infamous for its sunny days and sandy beaches, the Golden State is gaining a new meaning, as fire rages through both its...
Ailee Lim, Staff Writer
November 15, 2018
With technology becoming more prevalent in society, it can be hard to find traditional art that still resonates with people. The annual Harvest Festival celebrates small...