Jewish students at Carlmont are celebrating the Jewish holiday, Hanukkah. It's often referred to as Chanukah, the more traditional spelling, and it is an eight-night winter holiday that falls on different days every year. According to History.com, "[Hanukkah] commemorates the rededication during...
In addition to the rolling green hills and the sparkling Crystal Springs reservoir one might see taking a drive down Interstate 280, dead animals along the road are familiar sights for many citizens of the Bay Area. According to a new report by the Road Ecology Center at the University of California,...
The sweet pine scent wafts through chilly morning air as customers go around the farm to find the perfect tree. The textured plant that is soon to be the living room's centerpiece provides advantages in all aspects, from the satisfying aroma that encapsulates tradition to the green benefits beyond the...
![Karen Miaos son rushes into his moms welcoming arms before the start of the race. I hope turkey trot will be a tradition [because] this is my son’s first time, Miao said.](https://scotscoop.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/11/karenmiao-900x675.jpg)
A Runner’s Mind hosted a 5 kilometer race and breakfast, creating an opportunity for people to start their Thanksgiving holiday strong. Thursday’s race, also called 2021 ARM (A Runner’s Mind) Gobble Wobble, was hosted at the Coyote Point Recreation Area in San Mateo. “I’ve known ARM since...
From pottery embellished with images of goats to cacti ornaments woven out of green thread, West Coast Craft (WCC) displays the distinct works of artists and craftspeople from all over California. Food trucks, beautiful scenery, and unique commodities attracted hundreds of visitors over the weekend...
Content Warning: This article mentions suicide and contains other content which may be triggering to some readers. In an effort to offer a safe space for gun owners to dispose of their firearms, San Mateo County is holding a gun buyback event next month. The buyback event, scheduled for Dec. 11...
Black Friday is an exciting event for many as the anticipation for the upcoming holiday season grows and people begin shopping for gifts. However, for those who work in retail, it can be a particularly stressful time. Black Friday dates back to the 1950s, according to History. In the 1950s, Philadelphia...
School can be detrimental to a child's mental health due to different factors such as stress and various academic and social pressures. When students get a break from school, it is crucial that they use that time to take care of themselves. The Thanksgiving break from school provides an excellent opportunity...
