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The student news site of Carlmont High School in Belmont, California.

Scot Scoop News

The student news site of Carlmont High School in Belmont, California.

Scot Scoop News

Teams in New York conduct targeted enforcement operations resulting in multiple arrests. These arrests spark controversy nationwide.
Mass deportations spark controversy amongst high schoolers
Sumehra Esguerra, Staff Writer • January 29, 2025

As mass deportations begin in multiple cities around the United States, high schoolers find themselves embroiled in the controversy. Last...

Amara is designed to mimic the feeling of the Mediterranean region and calm everybody who walks through their doors. Founded by Ajay Walia and Reena Miglani, the restaurant welcomes all to their new fine dining experience in the Carlmont Village Shopping Center. "It’s made to give you the feel of the Mediterranean way of eating and evoke a sense of abundance on your table," Miglani said.
Amara brings flavor back to Belmont
Wesley Kron, Staff Writer • January 26, 2025
A dog is transported from Burbank, California to Kanab, Utah. Amidst countless other aftereffects of the Los Angeles wildfires, many pets were displaced, causing demand for additional assistance.
Los Angeles wildfires displace pets
Anika Warrier, Staff Writer • January 26, 2025
Israel and Hamas have reached a ceasefire and hostage release agreement after months of negotiations, initiating a three-stage plan that includes the release of hostages, Israeli troops withdrawing from populated areas, and daily aid deliveries to Gaza. "As a community, we want a ceasefire and an end to the war. We believe you make peace and treaties with your enemies; it's clear that they are our enemies, but we still need to find a solution that allows people to live" said Dafna Akiva, a current Jewish resident of Tel Aviv, Israel.
Ceasefire deal between Israel and Hamas brings fragile peace
Shiori Chen, Staff Writer • January 26, 2025

A ceasefire deal and hostage release agreement have been struck between Israel and the Palestinian Islamist militant organization Hamas, setting in motion a tentative three-phase plan. The Israeli government approved the deal on Jan. 18, with...

The E-15 fire engine sits parked outside of the Belmont Fire Station. This station is part of the San Mateo Consolidated Fire Department, which has sent multiple teams to help out with the burning Los Angeles fires.
Los Angeles fires leave behind a trail of destruction
Lia Frazita, Staff Writer • January 23, 2025

The Los Angeles wildfires have burned almost 40,000 acres of land, leaving behind destruction and a lasting impact on people and the environment. Los Angeles County has two central fires burning: the Palisades Fire and the Eaton Fire. Despite...

Construction progresses in Twin Pines Park as workers remove eucalyptus trees to prepare for the Belmont Creek Restoration Project.
Reviving Belmont’s natural life through the Twin Pines restoration project
Olivia Barton, Staff Writer • January 23, 2025

The Twin Pines Park Belmont Creek Restoration Project will begin on Jan. 6, 2025, bringing long-awaited improvements to Belmont's natural spaces. Spanning nearly a year, the project aims to address erosion, invasive species such as Eucalyptus...

The Hallmark-Crestview barricade features a gate on the left and a row of rocks on the right, effectively blocking through traffic. "One of the options under study is to replace the gate with a wider gate to allow larger firefighting vehicles to pass through the opening," said Belmont councilmember Thomas McCune. "The current gate will allow the passage of standard fire engines, but not vehicles such as bulldozers that might be needed to fight certain kinds of fires."
Potential wildfire evacuations hit a roadblock at the Crestview-Hallmark barricade
Madilyn Shoop-Gardner, Staff Writer • January 22, 2025

A San Mateo County barricade, built to extinguish traffic flow out of local neighborhoods, is now sparking a debate over wildfire evacuation safety. The gate at the Hallmark Drive-Crestview Drive end of the Belmont-San Carlos border offers...

Countless bottles of supplements cover the counter of an average teenager. This spread of supplements empowers workout routines, providing the nutrients to build strength and recover efficiently. "Depending on the supplement, I get different benefits. For example, from multivitamins I get a clearer mental space throughout the day, less soreness, quicker recovery, and feeling better and sharper," Nathan Man said.
Teenagers navigate the world of supplements
Nicolaas Foks, Staff Writer • January 22, 2025

Supplements like creatine, pre-workout, protein powder, Ashwagandha, and many more have risen in our social media-ridden world. For better or for worse, teenagers alike are challenged with the tough decision to take supplements. The growing...

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