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Gavilan College will host a special one-night event May 1 featuring a free public screening of “American Pachuco: The Legend of Luis Valdez,” the acclaimed documentary by David Alvarado about the life and legacy of playwright, director and activist Luis Valdez.  Valdez will appear in...

Police are investigating a March 30 shooting they think was gang-related on the 100 block of Meridian Street in Hollister, according to authorities.  About 5:30am, Hollister Police responded to reports of a shooting into a residence. Officers found gunfire damage at a nearby apartment and...

Local residents, visitors, families and friends enjoyed sunny skies and mild temperatures this past weekend as they ate, shopped, danced—and otherwise let loose—at the San Juan Bautista Street Festival.  The festivities took place March 28-29 in the city’s historic downtown. Third Street and some side...

San Benito County Sheriff’s Office deputies arrested three people March 26 after responding to reports that someone was firing a gun outside a Hollister home.  Deputies got the call at about 8pm, and headed to the 800 block of Stallion Way. Three males were reportedly seen...

The Hollister Police Department is investigating a fatal collision involving a vehicle and pedestrian that occurred in the 1900 block of Poplar Court, and authorities think the deadly incident was the result of an altercation. About 2am March 28, Hollister Police officers were dispatched to...

The Great San Juan Bautista Street Festival on March 28-29 will result in temporary street closures in the historic downtown. The city sent out a notice of the weekend street closures to residents, businesses and visitors so everyone can plan ahead.  Specifically, streets to be...

For many people, the devices in their pockets and on their desks can be as frustrating as they are useful. At the San Benito County Free Library, however, a team of patient staff members and dedicated volunteers is helping bridge the digital divide—offering free...

The Mabie Skilled Nursing Facilities at Hazel Hawkins Memorial Hospital have unveiled two newly designed Tranquility Rooms—one at each location—offering a therapeutic environment dedicated to residents living with dementia, Alzheimer’s disease and other cognitive or mental health conditions, hospital officials announced this week. These innovative...

The Superior Court of San Benito County is seeking community-oriented individuals to serve on the 2026-2027 Civil Grand Jury.  Applications for serving on the civil grand jury are available now on the court’s website (sanbenito.courts.ca.gov/civil-grand-jury) and county residents are encouraged to apply for the role,...

The Rotary Club of San Juan Bautista this year marks its 30th anniversary, celebrating three decades of community impact, international service and local fellowship. Since its founding, the club has been a cornerstone of the Mission City, funding youth scholarships, supporting local non-profits and...