Accident in San Benito County ignites grass fire
Authorities responded to a vehicle collision that ignited some roadside vegetation in northern San Benito County.
The accident occurred about noon Tuesday between an unknown make and model vehicle and a big-rig truck, near the intersection of Highway 156 and U.S. 101, according to CalFire Battalion Chief Brandon Leitzke. Details on the cause of the accident, extent of injuries, if any, and damage resulting from the accident were not immediately available.
CalFire sent two fire engines and a bulldozer to help extinguish the fire and clean up the accident, Leitzke said. The California Highway Patrol also responded to the accident.
More details on this incident will be posted as they are available.
Farr opposes military action in Syria
Congressman Sam Farr, who represents San Benito County, has announced his opposition to military action in Syria.
Police find missing Hollister teen; person of interest escapes
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Scrapbook Aug. 25-31, 2013
HONORS: Jim Zamzow: Jim Zamzow was named Gavilan College's Employee of the Month for July 2013. He is a facilities maintenance worker and has been with Gavilan College since 2011.
Solo exhibition on display at Blak Sage through Sept. 21
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Police searching for missing girl, person of interest
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4-H group picks tomatoes for giveaway
On Saturday, Aug. 24, 30 members and parents of Cienega 4-H club gleaned one of Filice Farm's tomato fields. 4-H members picked 1,648 pounds of tomatoes which were then brought to Community Pantry and distributed to families. Cienega 4-H would like to thank Filice Farms for their gracious hospitality in hosting us.
Legion provides supplies to local schools
The American Legion Auxiliary San Benito Unit 69, through membership donations, has provided much-needed school supplies to three of the local schools, according to the organization.
Updated: Ex-deputy accepts deal in embezzlement case, surrenders passport
Former sheriff's deputy Jason T. Lei, accused of embezzling from the deputies union while acting as its treasurer, accepted a plea deal Wednesday that could land him in jail for up to three years and eight months.
