Wartime letters from the fronts, home
From missives penned during the American Revolution to emails from Afghanistan, an exhibit of soldiers’ letters opening at Gavilan College Monday offers glimpses into the horror and humanity war.
Baler Hall of Fame Fest winners announced
The Baler Education Fund will hold its 11th annual Hall of Fame Fest from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. March 21 at San Juan Oaks Golf Club.
San Juan School teacher removed after slapping allegation
More than a dozen parents took to the podium during public comment Wednesday to speak about a San Juan School teacher who they accused of slapping a student.
Groups join pool effort for veteran who lost legs
Hollister veteran Brian Jergens will be getting a swimming pool he can use for exercise and physical therapy, thanks to a little community love.
Utilities commission OKs Panoche solar project
The California Public Utilities Commission on Thursday approved a power purchase agreement for the 247-megawatt Panoche Valley solar project, according to an organization against the project.
Officials look to curtail public safety overtime costs
Police and fire overtime costs have escalated in recent years, eclipsing $800,000 in 2014 and $900,000 the year prior.
Veterans pool funds for local amputee
Hollister veteran Brian Jergens will be getting a swimming pool he can use for exercise and physical therapy, thanks to a little community love.
City may move ahead on downtown building demo
The city is having trouble making contact with a building owner who vowed to raze a property destroyed by 2014 fire, so council members will once again consider spending $100,000 to do the work.
Hollister council to consider new fire contract
The city council Monday is set to consider a new, three-year contract with the Hollister firefighters union.
Authorities end hunt for attempted murder suspect
After more than three hours, authorities gave up an intense hunt Tuesday evening near the Gilroy Sports Park for an “armed and dangerous” man wanted in connection with an attempted murder in Hollister on Easter Sunday last year.
