Updated: Bomb threats reported as SBHS planned ‘code red’ drill
The San Benito High School campus was locked down Tuesday morning for a suspected bomb threat – a day after an evacuation following a similar threat.
‘Environmental justice’ is new law
Bill was written by Robert Rivas
Gov. Gavin Newsom signed AB 1628, authored by Assemblymember Robert Rivas (D-Hollister) to ease pollution costs for communities.
“I am thrilled that Gov. Newsom has signed AB 1628 into law, a critical step toward achieving environmental justice for communities that...
Hollister Airshow budget, offerings ascend
Rising fuel and insurance expenses have added $5,000 to
The (cool) Cat’s Meow
As much as the South Valley loves its dogs, as was illustrated by our “It’s a (wonderful) Dog’s Life” tribute to Man’s Best Friend Sept. 27, it’s time the cats were counted.
Updated: Rally email records show queries over fees, nudity ban, name rights
Emails obtained by the Free Lance regarding the Hollister Freedom Rally event showed that city officials behind the scenes held talks on possibly lifting the public nudity ban, agreed to a settlement with Abercrombie & Fitch over use of the event name logo, and experienced tensions with the promoter over what he called “permit hell” and other financial issues.
Union Pacific wraps up its work on crossings
Union Pacific is finished with its work on railroad sections in
Gabilan Hills student wins Jr. Rams essay contest
The Gavilan College, Jr. Rams Club hosted an essay-writing















