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Dancers continue their passion despite COVID-19

Dancers continue their passion despite COVID-19

Empty streets, closed businesses, quiet neighborhoods. Sometimes, it feels like the entire world is just…paused. But, despite a global pandemic, the world hasn’t stopped moving.

Opinion: Evolution shouldn't be taught as a fact

Opinion: Evolution shouldn't be taught as a fact

Despite evolution’s widespread acceptance by the general public, evolution is not a fact; it has never been one, and shouldn’t be taught as one.

COVID-19 issues cancel open house despite its importance

COVID-19 issues cancel open house despite its importance

Open house is an event where parents can see their student’s work and progress throughout the school year. This year, the opportunity wasn’t available.

Behind the badges

Behind the badges

When compared to the price of a car or a college student’s financial debt, $5 is relatively small. But, to an 8-year-old girl with two bags of Thin Mints, Trefoils, and Samoas, $5 can go a long way.

False fire alarms are not a drill

False fire alarms are not a drill

Early Monday morning on Feb. 24, just back from mid-winter break, the fire alarms went off at 8:30 a.m. And then again one minute later. And again… seven more times.

Power outage shocks audience with blackouts during 'Singin' in the Rain'

Power outage shocks audience with blackouts during 'Singin' in the Rain'

Rick Reynolds, this year’s conductor for “Singin’ in the Rain,” raised his baton as the lights dimmed in Carlmont’s Performing Arts Center (PAC). The audience immediately quieted as they eagerly awaited the start of Act 2 after an almost 30-minute long intermission. But just as the opening notes of the entr’acte began to float up from the pit, the lights cut. The music stopped.

Musical cast and crew gain invaluable experience at a cost

Musical cast and crew gain invaluable experience at a cost

Over the span of more than 85 hours in the past two weeks, students have worked tirelessly to prepare for Carlmont’s upcoming musical, “Singin’ in the Rain.”

The roots of fears

The roots of fears

It isn’t abnormal to wake up with a sinking feeling in the pit of your stomach. Perhaps it’s due to the math test you have during second period or the obtrusive spider you see crawling along the crown molding of your ceiling. Or maybe you can’t get yourself out of bed because what if you pick up your phone to see news of yet another school shooting? What if that’s your school today?

The impacts of the college application process on clubs

The impacts of the college application process on clubs

Every year the list of new clubs seems to grow, and with it, the level of competition regarding the college application process.

Breaking News: Community reacts to a smoky disturbance on Chula Vista Drive

Breaking News: Community reacts to a smoky disturbance on Chula Vista Drive

Following the evacuation and extinguishing of flames at a local house, the 1500 block of Chula Vista Drive was shut down as a crime scene.

Dogs serve tricks and treats at costume contest

Dogs serve tricks and treats at costume contest

Ears up, tails wagging, and costumes on. That’s one small step for dog, one giant leap for dog-kind. Or at least it was to the crowd that had gathered at Ghirardelli Square to witness YAP‘s first Halloween Dog Costume Contest on Oct. 26.

PG&E restores power but not reliability in Half Moon Bay

PG&E restores power but not reliability in Half Moon Bay

The power outages conducted by the Pacific Gas and Electric Company have caused many customers in the Half Moon Bay area to rethink their relationship with PG&E.

Decline in San Carlos market shines light on active community

Decline in San Carlos market shines light on active community

Despite the San Carlos farmers’ market being open year-round, rain or shine, fewer people are showing up, according to vendors. The San Carlos farmers’ market features locally grown food, downtown music, and a series of local businesses. For years people have come to enjoy the community, spend time with friends, and listen to the local band. The market serves as a perfect way for the San Carlos community to come together for a warm end to the weekend.

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