Police agencies start ‘summer mobilization’ efforts
California Highway Patrol officers in Monterey and San Benito Counties started their “summer mobilization” effort Friday, and it runs through Labor Day, according to an announcement from the CHP.
Gavilan highlights media classes to start new year
It's almost class time at Gavilan College and this year's fall courses include instruction with film writers, actors and a former reporter, according to a statement from the college. The first day of school will be Monday, Aug. 25. The last day for late registration is Sept. 5. Here are highlights for the new year provided by Gavilan:
County considers accepting proposals for Resource Recovery Park
After months of debate, county supervisors Tuesday are set to consider requesting proposals to operate at a Resource Recovery Park at the John Smith Landfill.
‘Year of Change’ for county schools
As students prepare their backpacks and lunchboxes for their first days of school this month, administrators across San Benito County are preparing districts to meet new Common Core State Standards for curriculum with money from a new state funding formula.
Jazz Under the Stars fundraiser set for Saturday
The Homeless Coalition of San Benito County is hosting its annual fundraiser, Jazz Under the Stars, on Saturday.
Coalition mulls over trailers for homeless after losing shelter funds
Government agencies have been working with the Homeless Coalition of San Benito County on solving short-term homeless issues and the problem with a lacking, permanent shelter as well.
Supervisor suggests portable toilet at homeless site near river
Government leaders are continuing talks on dealing with a growing homeless problem in a county without a permanent shelter. In the meantime, a supervisor last week asked about offering some temporary amenities to a group living near the San Benito River bed.
Stuff the Bus program rings registers for local students
United Way's commitment to ensuring that all children have the opportunity to succeed in school and in life is the motivation behind the 2014 Stuff the Bus school supply collection project. The second annual Stuff the Bus, in partnership with the County Office of Education, proved to be a huge success this past Saturday. Through the generosity of local donations volunteers filled 683 backpacks that were distributed to elementary schools throughout San Benito County.
Retired Hollister officer dies from injuries in January wreck
Andy Burgess, the former Hollister police officer from Gilroy injured in a January traffic accident, has died, according to the Hollister Police Department. He was 59 years old.
Theater takes flight
Laugh until it hurts with Pintello Comedy Theater’s latest production, “Here on the Flight Path.”
