Cannella issues statement on Brown’s state of the state speech
State Sen. Anthony Cannella, R-Ceres, issued a statement following Gov. Jerry Brown's state of the state speech.
Audio: Listen to public comment on the draft oil and gas ordinance
Local residents and other stakeholders share their thoughts on changes to the oil and gas ordinance in San Benito County. Some of the speakers include local residents Jim Paxton, Pat Lerman, along with others. Representatives from the California Independent Petroleum Association, the Center for Biological Diversity and Monterey Coast Keepers also shared their thoughts.
Girl Scouts reach for gold and silver
Local Girl Scouts were recently honored for community projects with Gold and Silver Awards from the organization, two of the highest honors they can receive for community service projects.
Adopt Gracey
Gracey is a 6-year-old German shepherd who is sweet, well-behaved and good on a leash. She loves attention and like give hugs and kisses. She has been at the San Martin Animal Shelter since December and would love to find a forever home. If you are interested in adopting an animal, please call (408) 686-3900.
Council OKs contract for 2013 motorcycle rally
The Hollister City Council on Tuesday approved an agreement with a manager for the July revival of a downtown motorcycle rally.
Adopt Westley
As a kitten, Westley suffered for months with gastro-intestinal issues and had surgery to remove a portion of his colon. One year later, he is a much happier kitty. He still needs to be on a controlled diet. He is very loving, is used to being around dogs and would love to be in a home with another cat. Westley is at FOSMAS' adoption center at Petco Gilroy. To meet him or any other animal, call (408) 681-3788.
Video: Tap dancer learns through sound of the movement
19-year-old Mary Church, who lost her sight to a condition called Norrie Disease when she was a baby, learns to tap dance by listening to the sound of her instructor Reta Rochelle's movements. Watch her dance and listen to her talk about her experience. Read the feature story about her experience learning to tap dance as well as her plans to attend the Louisiana School for the Blind in February in Friday's print edition of the Hollister Free Lance.
‘Next To Normal’: A visit into intensity with music
Let's go to the theatre. We’re going to see a play about a woman with a manic-depressive personality and how she and her family cope, and it's a pop-rock musical! Huh?
