With final OK, fire deal takes effect June 23
Hollister City Council members Monday night approved the final piece to the puzzle on a long-discussed fire contract involving Hollister, San Benito County and San Juan Bautista.
Updated: Mountain lion gone after park sighting
It looks as though the mountain lion witnessed by residents at Brigantino Park on Sunday has retreated back over the nearby hills.
Calfire warns of conditions with strong winds, low humidity
Calfire released an announcement that the agency is temporarily increasing its staffing to deal with a heightened fire danger due to strong winds and low humidity.
Updated: Union Road fatality victim was from Pacific Grove
A 71-year Pacific Grove man died in a two-vehicle accident Wednesday afternoon on Union Road south of Geneil Court in San Benito County, according to a press statement from the California Highway Patrol.
Officers investigate possible attempted abduction
Hollister Police officers are investigating a possible attempted abduction reported by a juvenile girl that allegedly occurred Tuesday evening in the area of Beverly Drive, near Hillcrest Road.
Chase ends when suspect on motorcycle crashes into parked car
A police chase on Hollister’s west side ended Friday night when the suspect crashed a motorcycle into a parked vehicle, according to police.
Local emergency responders recognized for actions
Dozens of first responders were recognized for saving lives in San Benito County this week as part of EMS week, including one citizen hero. The San Benito County Board of supervisors declared May 19-25 as EMS Week with May 22 as EMS Children’s Day.
Judge rules against pot shop in county lawsuit
It looks like the party is over for Purple Cross Rx, the medical marijuana dispensary embroiled in a legal battle with the county since opening on Bolsa Road in late 2010.
Court Preview: Arson, rape suspects set for hearings
Two suspected arsonists have upcoming court dates, with one facing a sentencing this week.
