Wildfire smoke causes disruptions to Woodside Teachers and Students
Cedrik von Briel, Staff Writer
September 17, 2020
According to a paper on Wildfire smoke by various government agencies, wildfire smoke can have “thousands of individual compounds, including particulate matter, carbon dioxide, water vapor, carbon monoxide, hydrocarbons and other organic chemicals, nitrogen oxides, and trace minerals, ” making its dangers similar to smoke from a house or building fire, though with much larger quantities of those materials.
Notes on the Pandemic
Cedrik von Briel, Health/Lifestyle/Technology Editor
June 24, 2020
My first experience with the novel coronavirus was as a result of a coincidence. I was researching stories to talk about on air for Woodside TV Live when a story of a new virus across the ocean in China caught my eye. In a week that saw the death of Kobe Bryant, the rapid but relatively small spread of a virus seemed like a mere afterthought, just another news story.
No Eyes for the Current Darkness: Why a 40-Year-Old Book Has Become Relevant Today
Cedrik von Briel, Health/Lifestyle/Technology Editor
April 15, 2020
“Chilling.” “Gripping.” “Kept me on the edge of my seat.” An “emotional wringer.” That’s how various papers, websites, and amateur book reviewers described Dean Koontz’s 1981 thriller, The Eyes of Darkness.
Everything you need to know about the California State Senate candidates
Cedrik von Briel, Health/Tech/Lifestyle Editor
March 2, 2020
With the primaries coming up on Tuesday, many of Woodside's seniors will be voting in the primaries for the first time. While the presidential election is the one most will pay attention to, there are other high-profile races that affect people at the local level. One of these is the California District 13 State Senate race to replace Democrat Jerry Hill, who will be termed out next year.
California State Senate Candidates Discuss Education, School Safety During Redwood City Forum
Cedrik von Briel, Health/Tech/Lifestyle Editor
February 26, 2020
When five candidates for California State Senate, one columnist, and a fourth-grader walk into a library, what do they discuss? Education, it turns out!
Giants Name Former Philadelphia Phillies Boss Gabe Kapler as New Manager
Cedrik von Briel, Health/Lifestyle/Technology Editor
November 13, 2019
The former Philadelphia Phillies boss has already signed a three-year contract, and will become 39th manager in franchise history, and the 17th since the Giant moved to San Francisco from New York
Eliud Kipchoge’s Sub-Two-Hour Marathon Inspires Woodside Runners, Teachers
Cedrik von Briel, Health/Lifestyle/Technology Editor
November 7, 2019
The Olympic gold medalist and 12-time marathon winner succeeded in breaking this long-standing barrier on Saturday, October 12 at the Ineos 1:59 Challenge event in Vienna, Austria. His time of one hour, 59 minutes, and 40 seconds (1:59:40) stands as the fastest marathon ever run. Already, people are weighing in.
Photo essay: 13 birds for the 3 billion lost
Cedrik von Briel, Health/Lifestyle/Technology Editor
October 18, 2019
A startling report recently published by the Cornell lab of Ornithology states that North America has lost about 2.9 individual birds of many different species since 1970; that’s just over one in four individual birds lost. Here is just a sample of some of the many bird families that were featured in the study:
Apple Releases iPhone 11 to Mixed Reviews
Cedrik von Briel, Health/Lifestyle/Technology Editor
September 27, 2019
The Cupertino-based company first teased the updated smartphone at an event two weeks prior, where they also released new editions of the iPad and Apple watch. However, by far the most-talked-about unveiling was the highly-anticipated release of the 11th generation of Apple’s flagship smartphone.
High Heat Start of School Leads to Student Discomfort
Cedrik von Briel, Health/Lifestyle/Technology Editor
September 17, 2019
This two-day spell of heat came after scientists announced in early August that July 2019 had been the hottest month ever recorded, knocking July 2016 off the top spot by about a fraction of a degree. Yet, The Redwood city-Woodside area didn’t suffer as much in July as it did in June, with highs reaching around 97 degrees during the first few days of summer break.
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Jack Freeman, Managing/Sports Editor
March 16, 2020
Después de dos semanas de anticipación de los aficionados, Super Bowl 54 finalmente llegó. Los dos mejores equipos en la Liga Nacional de Fútbol Americano (NFL) se enfrentaron para determinar quién sería el campeón.
March 3, 2020
La hora de elegir un nuevo presidente se está acercando y los estudiantes en Woodside tienen diferentes opiniones sobre los candidatos. Actualmente hay ocho demócratas y dos republicanos incluyendo el actual presidente Donald Trump, que se postula nuevamente para estas elecciones. Ahora esperamos tener una decisión final en las elecciones en Noviembre de este año.
Cedrik von Briel, Staff Writer
September 17, 2020
According to a paper on Wildfire smoke by various government agencies, wildfire smoke can have “thousands of individual compounds, including particulate matter, carbon dioxide, water vapor, carbon monoxide, hydrocarbons and other organic chemicals, nitrogen oxides, and trace minerals, ” making its dangers similar to smoke from a house or building fire, though with much larger quantities of those materials.
The Redwood City Police Department’s Role in Helping with the Fires
September 15, 2020
Redwood City Detective, Bill Cagno, explains the Police Department's role in helping with the fires.