Legislators negotiate laws to streamline solar, wind projects
California lawmakers are crafting an end-of-session package of proposed laws that could streamline the building of solar and offshore wind energy projects, according to people familiar with the discussions.
Democratic legislators, who have shared drafts with environmental groups, industry, lobbyists and other interested parties, are...
Local public safety agencies host Hollister’s National Night Out
Local law enforcement and fire protection agencies hosted the annual National Night Out Aug. 6 in downtown Hollister, in an effort to encourage positive ongoing working relationships between public safety officials and community members.
Officers and firefighters helped kids and families climb aboard patrol vehicles,...
County challenges hospital measure language
DA Buckingham also challenging in separate, private effort
Car stop leads to large drug cache
A traffic stop on Highway 152 by the California Highway Patrol in Santa Clara County led to the seizure of 70 pounds of crystal methamphetamine and the arrest of a Los Banos man.
CHP officer Israel Murillo said an officer, aided by a K-9, found...
Local Scene: Call for San Benito artists
Call for artists
The San Benito County Arts Council this week announced a call for artists for their upcoming fall exhibition, “Soul Searching: An Exploration of Portrait Art.” The exhibition aims to showcase the diverse and dynamic portrait works by local and regional artists, across...
Political group accuses local news outlet of bias
Hollister Guardians rallied outside BenitoLink offices, claiming harassment
‘Pride and reflection’
Local residents and visitors of all ages enjoyed a light breeze and mild temperatures as they celebrated San Benito County’s 150th anniversary on July 27.
The celebration took place at the San Benito Historical Park in Tres Pinos, and featured live entertainment, roving artists (including...
Union Road temporary closure scheduled for Aug. 15
As announced in mid-June and early July, Caltrans will temporarily close a short section of Union Road for up to eight weeks, between San Juan Hollister Road and State Route 156, in Hollister. The closure is now expected to begin at 7pm Aug. 15,...
Hospital board puts measure on November ballot
After board approves sale, details will be finalized before election
Gav baseball star Louis Zulaica nabs All-State honors
Gavilan College baseball star Louis Zulaica, a Morgan Hill resident, is on his way up. The Rams’ shortstop was recently named Coast Conference South Division MVP and First Team All-State after a breakout season.
In the recently concluded spring campaign, he hit .394, with a...
