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Demonstrators march to the City Hall of Daly City – one of the two rest stops – to replenish resources and gather more demonstrators to San Francisco.
Bay area residents march over 20 miles for immigration rights
An attorney from the Community Legal Services in East Palo Alto provides legal advice during a “Know Your Rights” workshop.
SMUHSD responds to immigration crackdown as families face uncertainty
On Jan. 7, Barry Tyler became Burlingame’s new Interim Assistant Principal.
New Interim Assistant Principal Tyler joins community
Burlingame mock trial poses after qualifying for the semi-finals where they faced the strongest team in the region from Menlo.
Mock trial concludes successful season in semifinal competition
Blocked off science office door with broken window cleaned out. Photo credits
Police investigate C-Building break-in
Burlingame mock trial poses after qualifying for the semi-finals where they faced the strongest team in the region from Menlo.
Mock trial concludes successful season in semifinal competition
One of the museum’s lenticular images compares Burlingame Avenue in the 1920s and present day.
Burlingame Hillsborough History Museum tells the story of the city’s past
Freshman Sophia Hwang uses 3D modeling software to create terrain.
Inside the 3-Dimensional Game Art and Design class
After nine months of construction, Topgolf’s 107th venue opened along Airport Boulevard’s bay shoreline. The most expensive venue to date, it is expected to bring the city revenue, jobs, and tourism.
Topgolf opens new venue in Burlingame
The signature lion dance is performed during Lunar New Year to scare off demons. In Chinese culture, stroking the lion's head blesses people with extra luck and prosperity.
Students celebrate Lunar New Year through tradition, food, and family
Fans created a memorial for Payne outside of the Casa Sur Hotel in Buenos Aires on Oct. 17.
Editorial: Respect the privacy of public figures
In 2020, fans speculated that famous pop stars Olivia Rodrigo (right) and Sabrina Carpenter (left) were involved in a love triangle with singer and actor Joshua Bassett, fueling tensions between the two and inspiring their respective hit songs that fans believe subtly address the drama. (Left) Olivia Rodrigo with Dr Fauci 1 by TenthAvenueFreezeOut is licensed under CC0 1.0. (Right) Sabrina Carpenter for Vanity Fair, 2024 by Diplomat's Son is licensed under CC BY 3.0
Are pop feuds genuine or PR stunts?
Students should not worry about AP tests for a multitude of reasons, one being that their scores do not impact their GPAs.
Relax, they’re only AP tests
Up-and-coming K-pop girl group IVE performs at the Oakland Arena for their first-ever world tour.
From a mere fan to a diehard, my experience at a K-pop concert
In 2008, voters approved a $10 billion bond to build a high-speed rail connecting San Francisco and Los Angeles, projected to be completed by 2020. However, four years later, the project remains unfinished, with costs soaring nearly $100 billion over the original budget.
California has to rid itself of a ‘no’ mentality to change its relationship with cars
Player 456, Seong Gi-hun, played by Lee Jung-jae, finds himself playing in the Squid Game once again. This time, however, he is determined to save as many players as possible and put an end to the games once and for all.
Why Squid Game season two outshines the original
Holiday train ride drives down Burlingame Avenue.
Annual Winterfest brings holiday spirit to community
Auliʻi Cravalho returns to voice all favorite Polynesian princess Moana, in the movie “Moana 2”.
‘Moana 2’ delivers a heartwarming Disney sequel despite familiar formula
Around the dinner table: students share holiday recipes rooted in tradition
Around the dinner table: students share holiday recipes rooted in tradition
Cynthia Erivo acts as Elphaba during the thrilling end of show number Defying Gravity.
‘Wicked’ movie lives up to fanfare, leaves viewers wanting more
Junior Haleh Ansari leaps to score a fastbreak layup during the team's last league game on Friday, Feb. 14.
Girls’ basketball loses final league game to Terra Nova on heartbreaking buzzer-beater
The winning goal not only gave boys’ soccer the win but also made them eligible for the postseason CCS tournament.
Last-minute heroics fuel boys’ soccer playoff berth
Junior point guard Jean-Luc Uharriet scans the court and looks for an open teammate.
Boys’ basketball advances to playoffs with comeback win over Hillsdale
Junior Miles Reeth faces off with his San Mateo opponent Ricky Gomez at the start of the period.
League denies Burlingame’s appeal as wrestling falls to San Mateo in narrow defeat
Sophomore Natalie Chen dribbles the ball on offense looking for an equalizing goal against Aragon High School on Tuesday, Jan. 28.
Girls’ soccer secures draw against Aragon in close matchup
The signature lion dance is performed during Lunar New Year to scare off demons. In Chinese culture, stroking the lion's head blesses people with extra luck and prosperity.
Students celebrate Lunar New Year through tradition, food, and family
Holiday train ride drives down Burlingame Avenue.
Annual Winterfest brings holiday spirit to community
Around the dinner table: students share holiday recipes rooted in tradition
Around the dinner table: students share holiday recipes rooted in tradition
Burlingame is sending seven students to Sacramento to participate in the selective All-State music program from Jan. 15 to 19.
Seven students selected for All-State music program
Members of the Key Club volunteer at a Safeway event in partnership with National Broadcasting Company encouraging shoppers to donate to nourishing neighbors.
Clubs lead volunteer initiatives for holiday season, organizing food drives and giving back
The Blitz: Follow up on the Grammys
The Blitz: Follow up on the Grammys
The Blitz: Grammy predictions
The Blitz: Grammy predictions
Music Department showcases 101st annual winter concert
Music Department showcases 101st annual winter concert
The Blitz: Winter Food Review
The Blitz: Winter Food Review
A preview to Burlingame's winter sports
A preview to Burlingame’s winter sports
December Issue Crossword
December Issue Crossword
October Issue Crossword
October Issue Crossword
Weekly Crossword (#2)
Weekly Crossword (#2)
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BHS Edition Crossword
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The Burlingame B
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The Burlingame B
Brendan Gilmore

Brendan Gilmore, Staff Reporter

Brendan Gilmore is a sophomore at BHS and a first-year journalism student. He enjoys writing about relevant events and helping keep the community current on local happenings, leading him to journalism. This year, he plans to improve his writing and teamwork skills by working for the Burlingame B. Outside of school, he enjoys playing tennis, lifeguarding, boating, watersports, traveling, and hanging out with family and friends.
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Senior Lily Grenier hit two hits in their match against Sequoia on Apr. 30.

Softball brings home victory on senior night

Brendan Gilmore, Staff Reporter
May 8, 2024

Girls’ varsity softball (10-9 overall, 5-6 Peninsula Athletic League Bay) beat Sequoia High School in a 10-0 victory on Tuesday, April 30, channeling the energy and excitement of senior night into a...

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Elodie (Millie Bobby Brown) shines a light as she adventures through the cave.

Damsel is a worthy addition to your watchlist

Brendan Gilmore, Staff Reporter
April 22, 2024

If there’s one reason to watch “Damsel,” one of Netflix’s latest originals, it’s to see Millie Bobby Brown in action. Brown, known for her iconic role in Stranger Things, once again captivates...

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Junior Giana Johnson swings in the varsity softball game against Aragon High School on Tuesday, April 9.

Softball drops league contest to Aragon

Brendan Gilmore, Staff Reporter
April 14, 2024

Junior Giana Johnson swings in the varsity softball game against Aragon High School on Tuesday, April 9.

Senior Olivia Fleming prepares to swing in the team's game against Capuchino on Thursday, March 21.

Varsity softball regroups after loss to Capuchino

Brendan Gilmore, Staff Reporter
March 25, 2024

Girls' varsity softball (5-4 overall, 1-1 Peninsula Athletic League Bay) lost 4-0 to Capuchino High School on Thursday, March 21.   Currently, the Panthers sit at fifth in the PAL Bay division, tied...

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Junior Donovan Ranta prepares to serve over the net during practice on Wednesday, Feb. 21.

2024 Spring Sports Preview: New players and high aspirations

Kaylee Hwang, Brinda Iyer, Josie Wettan, Joelle Huysmans, Evelyn Du, Arda Inegol, Audrey Wei, Brendan Gilmore, Zachary Newman, and Arshia Chakravartti
February 29, 2024

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The CalTrain grade separation is expected to be completed in 2028.

Broadway grade separation project aims to curb accidents

Brendan Gilmore, Staff Reporter
February 14, 2024

According to the California Public Utilities Commission, the Broadway intersection, crossing California Drive, Broadway, and Carolan Avenue, is the most dangerous train crossing in the state. That’s...

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Willy Wonka (Timothée Chalamet) tips his hat in the newest kids and family musical, “Wonka.”

After 52 years, ‘Wonka’ finds its way back on screen

Brendan Gilmore, Staff Reporter
February 12, 2024

Everyone knows about Willy Wonka’s chocolate factory. But have we thought about how the successful enterprise came to fruition? Maybe not, but for those with lingering questions, the newly-released musical...

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Salt and Straw was the most pricey of all the stores, but the quality and flavor of ice cream were worth the extra dollar.

Review: Burlingame’s holiday ice cream

Brendan Gilmore, Emma Yu, and Evelyn Du
December 22, 2023

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One of Burlingame's local vendors sold felt ornaments, mainly depicting animals and vegetables.

First-ever Winter Market combines holiday shopping, small business support

Brendan Gilmore, Staff Reporter
December 20, 2023

On Saturday, Dec. 2, the City of Burlingame hosted its first-ever Winter Market in the Burlingame Community Center, with over 30 vendors selling holiday goods such as wreaths, baked goods, and jewelry....

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Many pickleball players play in matches at the Washington Park pickleball courts on Wednesday, Oct. 26.

Pickleball craze threatens tennis space

Brendan Gilmore, Staff Reporter
December 1, 2023

In recent years, pickleball has consistently been among the fastest-growing sports in the United States. This year, in fact, it occupied the top spot, recording a 171.1% growth rate over basketball's 16.2%...

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Younger students and a Recreation Center coordinator watch a football game in the new teen space, which offers a TV, video games and relaxing seating.

Burlingame’s new ‘Teen Scene’ offers study and social space for students

Brendan Gilmore, Staff Reporter
October 12, 2023

Burlingame’s new “Teen Scene,” located in the Burlingame Recreation Center, offers a dedicated place for teens to meet, hang out, and work on homework. “It's a great space for students to come...

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