Councilwoman clarifies stance on pay votes
Councilwoman Pauline Valdivia clarified her position regarding a recent recusal from considering a city compensation proposal. She underscored in an interview with the Free Lance that she recused herself on a particular vote last month – the four other council members rejected it  – because the item related directly to her family members’ respective classifications as employees as opposed to a general pay matter.
County board to weigh final approval on Del Webb project
San Benito County supervisors on Tuesday are set to consider the Del Webb project at San Juan Oaks featuring more than 1,000 homes aimed at active adults age 55 and over.
City OKs funds to paint utility boxes
Hollister City Council members Monday approved spending $4,000 toward painting of utility boxes in an effort to stem graffiti.
Hollister police partner with group for anonymous reporting
The Hollister Police Department has been joined by WeTiP, an
Board approves oil rules with scaled-back deposit mandate
A last-minute change to a proposed amendment to San Benito County's oil and gas well ordinance left residents of Aromas shaking their heads as they left the supervisors' chambers Tuesday – after commending officials for their willingness to compromise earlier in the meeting.
RDA to request development ideas for Leatherback site
The RDA on Monday was set to solicit development proposals for
Letter: Councilman claims supervisor’s brother made threat over fire vote
Hollister City Councilman Doug Emerson submitted this letter to the editor. Look back for a story on the matter.
Council approves contracting with chief after retirement
Hollister City Council members Monday approved contracting with
