Community Corner
Week in Review: Hillsborough Man Arrested on Suspicion of Battery; Why no Foster in Foster City HOF?
A round-up of major news stories from the past week.
Monday, Dec. 26
Dense fog that blanketed the Bay Area the day after Christmas caused airport delays, with one San Jose-bound flight to Reno.
Tuesday, Dec. 27
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The parent company of two retail giants with Peninsula footprints announced plans to .
Sears Holding Corp. said dismal holiday season sales at its Sears and Kmart stores triggered the company’s decision to downsize yet-to-be determined stores.
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The company stock lost more than a quarter of its value the day of the announcement.
Wednesday, Dec. 28
San Mateo Times columnist John Horgan notes the conspicuous absence of T. Jack Foster Sr. from the Community Wall of Fame for the city that bears his name.
The Texas native, whose vision helped transform what was barren marshland in the 1950s to the vibrant lagoon city that it is today, deserves consideration for induction, Horgan says.
Thursday, Dec. 29
California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection has continued its for nine Bay Area counties including San Mateo. Low humidity levels, dry weather and persistent winds triggered the ban.
Friday, Dec. 30
A Hillsborough man was arrested on suspicion of battery in connection with an alleged involving his girlfriend.
Timothy Malouf, 19, was taken to county jail and released on his own recognizance after his booking because the arrest was on a non-felony charge.
