Calfire lifts ag burn ban in county
The state firefighting agency has lifted agricultural burning restrictions in San Benito County following recent rainy weather, according to a Calfire press statement.
Hollister police officer to get award for rally shooting response
The Hollister Police Department officer involved in a life-saving response during the July motorcycle rally is set to receive an award for the effort, according to the HPD.
DA adds fourth suspected victim to teacher’s molestation case
The case against a local elementary school teacher accused of sexually assaulting students continues to grow, as prosecutors added a fourth young girl to the list of alleged victims this month.
Police Blotter: Burglary, stalking, attempted carjacking reported
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Chief ‘frustrated’ by case with wanted suspect, missing woman
Police Chief David Westrick this week said a homicide case involving a wanted suspect and missing woman is particularly frustrating.
Hollister council OKs funds for traffic officer, urges fee hike
The Hollister council Monday approved an item urging the county board to OK increasing local vehicle fees to pay for a traffic enforcement officer.
Police Blotter: Burglaries, vandalism reported
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Police Blotter: String of burglaries reported
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Police to weigh traffic officer role after citation decline
The Hollister Police Department is asking for the council's direction on the possible funding of a traffic officer with money provided through an assembly bill.
Updated: Hollister fire chief placed on leave
Hollister officials last week placed Fire Chief Mike O'Connor on administrative leave due to an undisclosed personnel matter in the department, Mayor Ignacio Velazquez confirmed.
