A Pioneering Woman
Although Geoffrey Chaucer may have been correct when he wrote “time waits for no man,” he never met Hollister’s own Renette Torres. Torres, 85, said she feels decades younger then she is and the concept of “time” has played a critical role in Torres’ interesting and productive life.
Adopt William
William is a 5-month-old terrier who is sweet, energetic and loves to play fetch. He is available for adoption at the San Martin Animal Shelter. For more information, call (408) 686-3900.
Procedure could mean brighter future for San Juan student
San Juan Bautista teenager Jose Pineda wants to become a Marine, but he has an eye condition that, without correction, would make this dream impossible.
Feds continue to probe plane crash that claimed two lives
Federal officials are continuing to investigate the cause of a small plane crash off Pacheco Pass earlier this month that claimed the life of both occupants—including a 69-year-old Gilroy man and his 18-year-old granddaughter.
Officials, measure supporters rally against $1.2B claim
County Supervisors Robert Rivas and Anthony Botelho stood with Measure J supporters Tuesday and vowed to defend the county against Citadel Exploration's $1.2 billion claim.
Scrapbook Nov. 23-29, 2014
ANNIVERSARY: Flores' celebrate 48 years: Robert and Connie Flores, of Hollister, celebrated 48 years of marriage on Nov. 20.
Dealer helps Toys for Tots
South County Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram is an official Toys for Tots location. Residents can donate new, unwrapped toys at either South County Chrysler Jeep Dodge on the corner of Chestnut Street and Stutz Way or at South County Ram at 500 Stutz Way in Gilroy. Donations are accepted seven days a week from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. From Nov. 28 to Dec. 6, South County CDJR will donate one toy for each car sold.
Cannella announces new chief of staff
State Sen. Anthony Cannella on Monday announced the appointment of a new chief of staff.
Two supervisors to respond after oil company files $1.2B claim
Supervisors Robert Rivas and Anthony Botelho are planning a press conference for Tuesday morning to address an oil company's $1.2 billion claim against the county.

















