SBHS trustees review budget, migrant ed
The San Benito High School District last week swore in incumbent trustees Bill Tiffany and Steve DeLay along with challenger Juan Robledo before discussing the health of the budget, the migrant education program and classified employee layoffs.
San Juan wants water ban lifted after lower test results
San Juan Bautista officials are asking for relief at local restaurants, schools and daycare centers from a ban against drinking tap water following test results showing the city's groundwater supply is well below the maximum nitrate standard.
San Juan council elects a new mayor
San Juan council members Tuesday unanimously elected Councilman Robert Lund as mayor and Councilman Rick Edge as vice mayor. Lund succeeds former Mayor Andy Moore, who did not run for reelection as a council member.
Finding gives boost for proposed yoga center near San Juan
With all the disagreement at the county board meeting Tuesday, officials could have used some yoga to ease their tensions.
Updated: ‘Other assignments’ for crews played part in school closure
Southside School shut its doors Tuesday, forming the second closure in three school days due to mudslides on the road leading into the site.
Updated: Suspect in sexual assault of teens arraigned on 42 counts
The Hollister man suspected of sexually assaulting two juvenile teenagers between 2002 and 2005 was arraigned Tuesday on suspicion of 42 counts of various sexual assault charges, according to the sheriff's office.
One To Another celebrates grand opening
The ribbon-cutting for One To Another Thrift Shop, 381-B First St. was held Dec. 4. The store is open Tuesday through Saturday from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. A ministry of Pleasant Valley Church, it supports charities with a portion of proceeds going to locals in need. For more information, call (408) 842-1434.
From homemade to Aimee June
Like many wine lovers, Gerald and Peggy Peterson’s story began with a thirst for wine and a desire to find quality wine that was actually affordable. As the owners of Aimee June Winery in San Juan Bautista, they have now made it their mission to provide excellent wine at a reasonable price.
Plans move ahead for fire station on north side
Fire Chief Mike O’Connor told county board members plans are moving ahead on a Fire Station No. 3 near the airport, while a supervisor in the same discussion criticized lacking communication from the city during a recent investigation of the chief.
