Tasso’s Old House celebrates 20 years
Tasso and Maria Perakis celebrated 20 years in Gilroy Nov. 24, 2013, and to commemorate it, they snipped the red ribbon. Joining them were friends and neighbors from around the community, including Mayor Don Gage. Tasso's Old House Restaurant features American, Italian and Greek cuisine; prime rib, lobster, steaks, chops, pasta and fresh seafood, and is a local favorite on the corner of First and Hanna streets. Enjoy a full bar and a large selection of beer and wine. For more information, call (408) 847-7527.
Officials still hope to obtain extra court funds; opening set for March
Assemblyman Luis Alejo, San Benito Superior Court officials and county supervisors are working toward securing funds for additional security personnel at the new courthouse slated to open March 17, according to court officials.
Police Blotter: Thefts, drugs and vandalism
Read the latest from the Hollister Police Department's crime reports.
Video about local water project wins community access award
A local video about the Hollister Urban Area Water Project has won a first-place award in a Bay Area contest's community access TV category, according to an announcement from the Water Resources Association of San Benito County.
‘ICE’ your cell phone so emergency contacts are handy
Accidents can happen at any moment, and sometimes the people involved in falls or car crashes aren’t able to talk to responding emergency personnel. But if emergency contacts are previously listed and easily accessible, cell phones can do all the talking for the victims.
Cash prizes available to student journalists
Aspiring film, television, journalism and social media college students have the chance to earn cash for playing a role in changing the way people view mental health.
Updated: Suspect in barricade encounter is Naval Postgraduate lecturer
The suspect in Friday's encounter with sheriff's deputies – which led to a nearby school being locked down – is a lecturer with the Naval Postgraduate School in Monterey.
Highway 101 project near Hollister hinges on funding
The Santa Clara Valley Transportation Authority is seeking funding for a $479 million improvement project of U.S. 101 between Gilroy and Hollister.
Police arrest 3 after finding guns, drugs
Police on Friday morning arrested three Hollister men and accused them of firearm and drug charges, according to the Hollister Police Department.

















