FEMA to conduct emergency test
The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) said that on the morning of Nov. 9, people across the state will hear tones, or see a test message across their screens, saying "this is a test."
Meningitis unconfirmed in death; unrelated case at SBHS
San Benito County Public Health officials confirmed that a Ladd Lane Elementary School student was treated for bacterial meningitis last week, but said that so far the doctors treating the child said that the test results for possible meningitis have been inconclusive, according to an announcement from the agency.
Calfire honors retiring pilot with water salute
Last week, Calfire celebrated the retirement of their veteran pilot Russ Looney by surprising him with a traditional water salute. With a fire truck on each side, the department formed an archway of water over the taxiway as Looney took the plane in for a landing.
Brighten your winter garden with hummingbirds
Through each season in our area, the iridescent
Nino
Nino is a petite Chihuahua mix who is very happy, sweet and loving. He is great with small dogs and loves to run around and play with toys. He has been at the San Martin Animal Shelter since August and is ready to be adopted. His ID number is A042372. If you are interested in adopting this or any other animal at the shelter, please call (408) 686-3900.
Child dies of meningitis; district notifies parents of symptoms
A Ladd Lane Elementary School student was diagnosed with meningitis last week and died from the illness over the weekend.















