Saturday, May 19, 2012
The crash involved three people, and one was injured, according to the CHP.
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A Sig-alert was issued for a hit-and-run crash on northbound U.S. Highway 101 near the San Francisco International Airport, according to the California Highway Patrol. The crash involving three vehicles that injured one person was reported at 10:08 a.m. The alert was issued at 10:37 a.m. and canceled by 11 a.m., according to the CHP. One person involved in the crash was taken to San Francisco General Hospital with a complaint of pain for what appears to be minor injuries, the CHP said. The suspect vehicle that fled from the crash is described as either a white SUV or station wagon, according to CHP officials. -Bay City News
The cause of the collision is not known at this time.
A man died of his injuries after he was struck by a train in Burlingame early this morning, Caltrain officials said. Caltrain's southbound train 198 struck the man near Bayswater Avenue at around 12:30 a.m. The man was transported to a hospital, where he later died of his injuries. The incident is under investigation. The train remained there until the track was reopened at 1:55 a.m. It was the last train of the day. There were about 500 passengers on board at the time of the collision, Caltrain officials said. -Bay City News
The records created for the millions of immigrants residing the United States since 1944 will be released to the public on Tuesday at the San Bruno-based National Archives.
The National Archives on Tuesday will for the first time be making available records for millions of immigrants that date back to the early 20th century. The documents, known as the Alien Files or "A-Files," include thousands of immigration records for Asian Americans that were previously headed for destruction. Some of the files are 100 years old. According to the National Archives office in San Bruno, "these alien case files document the famous, the infamous, the anonymous and the well-known. They are an historical and genealogical goldmine with information about immigrants from more than 100 countries." A news release from the office also said: "They will be of particular interest to the Chinese American community because a large number…
Senator Leland Yee's office is concerned about large discrepancies found in officials' income figures as reported by different sources.
The press release was delivered to us Thursday about mid-afternoon with a bold headline: "University officials refuse to answer inquiries, say it’s unnecessary to respond to public scrutiny" The release came from Adam Keigwin, Chief of Staff in the office of Senator Leland Yee. It made for some pretty interesting reading. According to Keigwin: "Records show officials from the California State University system are failing to fully disclose the compensation of several of their top executives." The Chief of Staff suggests "there are major compensation discrepancies when comparing IRS filings (Form 990) to records at the State Controller’s office and what CSU discloses on their website or in public records requests. In several cases, top …
Friday, May 18, 2012
The following information was supplied by the San Bruno Police Department. Where arrests or charges are mentioned, it does not indicate a conviction.
Monday 6:28 a.m. Police received a report about an auto burglary on the 800 block of Sixth Avenue. 9:03 a.m. A green BMW that was previously reported stolen was recovered on the 1200 block of San Mateo Avenue. 11:58 a.m. An auto burglary was reported on the 800 block of Sixth Avenue. 12:45 p.m. Police received a report of an attempted burglary at The Shops at Tanforan. 1:58 p.m. Police received a report that "XIV" gang graffiti was spotted on a building on the 200 block of Carlton Avenue. Tuesday 8:32 a.m. A white 2001 Lincoln Navigator was broken into on the 400 block of San Anselmo Avenue North. Tools, an in-dash stereo system and headrests with TV screens were stolen, police said. 9 a.m. An attempted burglary was reported on the 400 …
San Bruno Patch gets a tour of the new building with art teacher Maria Sky, who spearheaded the project.
Capuchino High School recently held a grand opening for its new arts building, a $6 million project that was paid for with Measure M and grant funding as well as money from the San Mateo Union High School District. The completely redone building is both functional and visually appealing, and the school hopes it will pave the way for the next generation of great artists from San Bruno. For more news about San Bruno, follow San Bruno Patch on Twitter and "like" us on Facebook. Got Patch in your inbox? Sign up for our newsletter.
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This week's readers' choice poll focused on which restaurant serves up the best burrito.
If you're looking for the best burrito in San Bruno, then head on over to Celia's, readers said in this week's readers' choice poll. Everyone seemed to have their own favorite, but out of a total of 90 voters, Celia's got 34 votes in the poll. Worth noting are Don Pico's and El Patio Mexicano, which got the second-most and third-most number of votes. If you have any other suggestions for readers' choice polls, let us know.
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After beating Stevenson High 12-2 in the first round of the CCS playoffs, Capuchino High will face Prospect High, the No. 2 seed, on Saturday.
Also, don't forget about emergency preparedness classes, AYSO signups and the upcoming Posy Parade.
Here are some important things happening around town that everyone should know about this upcoming week. Sunday, May 20. 9 a.m.-1 p.m. The grand opening for the new farmers market will take place in front of The Shops at Tanforan. Join Mayor Jim Ruane and others at about 10 a.m. for the grand opening ceremonies. About 40-plus vendors are expected, and they will be selling fresh fruits and vegetables from local farmers as well as other goods. Special events are also being planned for each day the market is open. There will be special booths each Sunday featuring various San Bruno Chamber members, and on many Sundays one of the city's committees, commissions or local nonprofit groups will be manning an informational booth. For more …
Thursday, May 17, 2012
Former Skyline College and Capuchino High baseball standout Dale Brewer's bizarre cheeseburger ritual got national press. He’s now acting on the local community theater circuit.
A greasy cheeseburger got Dale Brewer featured in Sports Illustrated. And more than a decade after one of the wackiest sports rituals you've probably ever heard of put the former local baseball standout on the national stage, it was the inspiration of his 7-year-old daughter that landed him on a physical stage. Brewer, a Co-State Player of the Year when he led Skyline College to a Coast Conference title in 1994, has found a new calling. He’s now an actor in the local community theater circuit, and part of an ensemble performing in "The Producers" at Foster City's Hillbarn Theatre. "The Producers" is in its third week with eight remaining performances including tonight’s 8 p.m. show. The finale is May 27. Brewer, 40, said he got the …
Paul B.
12:23 pm on Saturday, May 19, 2012
Why do Educators say they need more money for schools? When it is really more money for Administrators not TEACHERS! Check the purveyors of the last three bonds for your local Community Colleges, fancy new buildings for Administrators, new Gyms for welfare cheats and illegals, no new teachers reduced Technology curriculum yet the board of trustees,chancellors, counselors etc. all pull in way more… more ›