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

Scot Scoop News
Jiya Venkatesh

Jiya Venkatesh, Staff Writer

Jiya Venkatesh (class of 2027) is a sophomore at Carlmont High School and a staff writer for Scot Scoop. She enjoys exploring topics such as politics, economics, and data science. Outside of school, you can find her reading paperbacks, listening to Tyler, the Creator, volunteering, or watching debates.

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A dry cleaning building located at 678 Ralston Ave., set to be demolished. It will be replaced with housing for low-income households, as per the city of Belmont’s Housing Element. “I think having more of these units is a good thing. People should have better affordable housing,” said Lotus Tang, a Bay Area resident.

Belmont updates plan for housing accessibility

Jiya Venkatesh, Staff Writer • November 4, 2024

The city of Belmont has taken a step to address housing needs by adopting an updated 2023-2031 Housing Element, a blueprint that aims to improve housing availability and affordability over the next seven...

Families gather at the crowd at the first Trunk-or-Treat last year.

Belmont gears up for second annual Trunk-or-Treat

Jiya Venkatesh, Staff Writer • October 19, 2024

The City of Belmont is kicking off its second annual Trunk or Treat event on Oct. 30. The Parks and Recreation Department is hosting the family-oriented event in the parking lot outside their office at...

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