Week in Review: Burlingame Long-Term Care to Close and More

Monday

The Burlingame Long-Term Care Facility faced closures, and residents and nurses axiously awaited the Tuesday hearing to be held by the San Mateo County Board of Supervisors.

The Ray 99Gs soccer team finished strong in the Norcal State Cup Championship.

We gave you the answer to our first-ever Burlingame History Quiz. Were you right?

An arrest was made in the bomb threat case at Burlingame High School.

Two students shared their experiences of the BHS lock down. Check Local Voices for their stories.

Tuesday

Who would abandon a Mustang? This abandoned car was just one issue police dealt with this week. Check the Police Blotter for more. 

Samaritan House is offering free tax services to San Mateo County residents earning less than $50,000 a year.

One Burlingame mom explains the value of buying her own Valentine's Day present and shares low-cost ideas.

San Mateo County students showed veterans their appreciation and love by sending them valentines.

Jerry Deal wrote an op-ed urging residents to fight funding cuts for transportation on a national level.

Wednesday

The County jail was placed under partial quarantine due to a possible mumps case.

Pipeline work closed a lane of El Camino Real near Easton Drive this week.

A man was critically injured during an early morning shooting.

The Bay Bridge Westbound is scheduled to be closed this weekend and Monday.

The San Mateo County Board of Supervisors voted to close the Burlingame Long-Term Care facility after nearly three hours of public comment.

Thursday

Do you know how to post a (free) announcement or press release on Patch? Watch this instructional video.

The California Republican Convention is coming to Burlingame. If you're planning to attend, we'd like to hear from you. Otherwise, what do you think of the GOP coming to town?

Want to get more involved in your community? Consider applying for the Planning Commission.

Two men were arrested in connection with a Wednesday morning shooting in unincorporated Redwood City.

Can you think of an advocate for open government? Send us your nomination and help us participate in Sunshine Week 2012.

Friday

Two roommates fought over spilled coffee and a lawnmower was stolen. Read about these incidents and more in our latest Police Blotter.

Students at BHS work on their reading, writing and speaking skills by sharing their stories with seniors at Atria Senior Living.

What business do you envision being at home in Burlingame Plaza? Add your suggestion to the comments.

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