The Bay Area provides more than just merchandise

Alyssa Huang, Staff Writer

March 10, 2019

Filed under News

In the journey of life, people live in the pursuit of happiness. As children, many find joy in the little things like small trinkets and toys. As teens, the newest clothing or technology is deemed necessary to compete alongside peers. But as this trend continues, the excitement evoked by mater...

San Carlos Camp Fair offers one-stop shopping for busy parents

Audrey Boyce, Staff Writer

March 7, 2019

Filed under News, Uncategorized

San Carlos held their second annual Camp Fair, a showcase for local summer programs. It was an opportunity for parents, children, and teens looking for summer jobs to talk directly to the camp directors and ask questions that could not be answered online or in a pamphlet. The event was held inside the San Carlos You...

Going holiday shopping in-store versus online

Mariela Ramirez, Staff Writer

December 2, 2018

Filed under News

As the holiday season approaches, Americans scramble for efficient ways of getting gifts for friends and family.   There are many options for getting presents for loved ones, whether it’s shopping online or in-store. According to Forbes, 82 percent of shoppers expect to buy holiday gifts online, whi...

The future of online shopping

February 27, 2013

Filed under As seen in print

Our society wants instant gratification. We want to be able to get on the Internet and purchase exactly what we want, when we want, and for the price we want. This has made online shopping one of the fastest growing businesses in the world, as shown by the overnight success of Groupon, a site that...

The dangers of online shopping: what could go wrong?

Dominic Gialdini, Highlander Editor

February 27, 2013

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In this modern age of technology, online shopping is easy to do and allows people to purchase items from the comfort of their own homes. However, there are some downsides that the general public should first be made aware of before deciding to buy items via the Internet. First and foremost are the...

Yoppi Yogurt opens in Carlmont Shopping Center

October 5, 2011

Filed under Campus

Recently, the franchise Yoppi Yogurt opened up a store where the previous Jamba Juice was in the Carlmont Shopping Center. When Jamba Juice closed it's doors earlier this year, there was speculation as to what would replace the popular store, and if it would prosper as well. Since Yoppi Yogurt opened up last week, some students have already enjoyed...

New stores coming to Hillsdale Shopping Center

September 16, 2011

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Hillsdale Shopping Center in San Mateo will be getting three new additions in Fall 2011. After Mervyn's left in 2008, there was a bunch of vacant space left. In that space, a Cheesecake Factory restaurant, H&M, and a larger Forever 21 will be built. Across the street, Designer Shoe Wear (DSW)...