Hazel Hawkins welcomes first newborn of the year
Editor's note: This story was updated Jan. 6
Hazel Hawkins Memorial Hospital was proud to announce the birth of the first newborn of 2021 at the hospital this past weekend.
Veronica Hernandez and Daniel Garcia welcomed their daughter, Adelynn, as the newest addition to the family...
Bailey Cotter finds her own path to basketball success
It might surprise many to know that Bailey Cotter rarely has much to say on the basketball court.
“Off the court, I’m very talkative,” the San Benito High sophomore said. “It’s just on the court I’m quieter and don’t talk as much.”
Cotter lets her actions...
Rocks Ranch property sold to conservationist
A stretch of road alongside Highway 101 could soon be home to a tunnel complex turned wildlife crossing under the busy highway.
The Land Trust of Santa Cruz County announced Sept. 9 in a press release that it has agreed to purchase the 2,600-acre Rocks...
Police investigate July 4 shooting in Hollister
The Hollister Police Department is investigating a recent drive-by shooting that resulted in a 15-year-old boy suffering injuries.
On July 4, Hollister Police officers were dispatched to the 1000 block of San Benito Street following reports of a shooting.
Upon arrival, officers discovered a 15-year-old male...
Hollister woman dies in Jan. 14 traffic collision
One person was killed Saturday morning after two vehicles collided in the Hollister-Gilroy area, according to the California Highway Patrol.
The CHP responded to the crash shortly after 7am Jan. 14 on eastbound State Route 156 just west of Monterey Street near San Juan Bautista.
The...
Supervisors hold off on placing tax measure on ballot
The San Benito County Board of Supervisors on March 8 were unable to come to a consensus on whether or not to add a sales tax measure to the November ballot, requesting more information on the county’s finances.
Among the concerns during the public forum,...
Hollister Police arrest man accused of vandalizing city vehicle
Police arrested a Sacramento-area man who allegedly vandalized a City of Hollister vehicle by using an explosive device, authorities said.
On July 5, Hollister Police responded to 375 Fourth Street on a report of vandalism to a city-owned vehicle, Hollister Police Department said in a...
San Benito High makes the grade yet again
For the third straight year, San Benito High School has made the Best High Schools rankings by U.S. News & World Report.
“It’s a great story of consistency and student achievement,” SBHS Principal Adrian Ramirez said. “To be recognized constantly over this three-year period is...
South Valley Symphony marks 52nd season with Oct. 12 concert
South Valley Symphony is set to embark on its 52nd season, with their opening concert set for 3pm Oct. 12 at Guglielmo Winery in Morgan Hill.
The special tribute concert, “Adventures Around the Globe,” promises to be a vibrant journey through music from around the...
