Fire destroys two downtown Hollister businesses
A series of fires in downtown Hollister destroyed two family-owned businesses early in the morning Nov. 2, and authorities are investigating the cause of the blazes.
Campaign law violations alleged in county supervisor’s race
As political campaigns throughout the nation race down the final stretch before the Nov. 3 election, a candidate for a San Benito County Supervisor’s seat has accused his rival of violations of the state’s Fair Political Practices Commission guidelines.
Leonard JT Espinoza: Hollister School District Trustee Area 2 candidate
Leonard JT Espinoza is no stranger to the public education system after having spent countless hours as a paraeducator, working with students and their families.
Liz Martinez: Hollister School District Trustee Area 2 candidate
Liz Martinez will do whatever it takes to get through any situation, even if it means learning a whole new language and becoming a translator for her parents.
Strada Verde developer spends big on Measure N
The developer of the 2,777-acre Strada Verde Specific Plan commercial development proposal has earmarked nearly $900,000 to promote a “Yes” vote on the Nov. 3 ballot measure that would allow the project to move forward.
City officials approve downtown parklet program
San Benito Street in downtown Hollister is undergoing some major construction this week and city officials are hoping it’ll pave a new road to reopening the economy.
The Hollister City Council unanimously approved a parklet program on Oct. 19 that will assist businesses during the...
A return to the grind | About Town
The Hollister Skate Park is the place to be since San Benito County allowed parks and outdoor facilities to reopen under an updated version of the state’s Covid-19 outdoor playground guidance.
David Baldovinos was working on some tricks inside the bowl area and trying to...
Frights and festivities on tap for Halloween
Halloween festivities are going to be a little different this year due to new guidelines and restrictions associated with Covid-19.
However, there are still several things to do to celebrate the tradition that originated with people lighting bonfires and wearing costumes to ward off ghosts.
Those...
Betabel rezoning lawsuit dismissed
A San Benito County Superior Court judge ruled Oct. 20 that the county board of supervisors acted lawfully when it approved a rezoning for the Betabel property along Highway 101.
Hollister City Council District 1: Meet the candidates
Election officials have already mailed out ballots to registered voters in San Benito County, and installed drop boxes for residents to submit their ballots at their convenience before Nov. 3.
