POTW: Jack
Jack is a 5-year-old doberman pinscher mix who is sweet, loves attention and loves being outside. He is good with children and knows how to walk on a leash. He has been at the San Martin Animal Shelter since May. If you are interested in adopting this or any other animal at the shelter, please call (408) 686-3900.
Public Comment: Residents talk about Clear Creek concerns and property-owner rights
During the Aug. 21 meeting of the county board of supervisors, four residents spoke during the public comment period in which they could comment on items not on the agenda.
Appeals filed in response to mosque approval
Three parties, including the South Valley Islamic Community, have filed an appeal in response to the Santa Clara County planning commission’s decision to approve the Cordoba Center use permit with conditions in San Martin, according to county staff.
Decision delayed for air show scheduling change
Airport Director Mike Chambless believes the sky might be falling for the Hollister Airshow – unless council members schedule a date soon for 2013.
Garden Railroad Tour makes stop in Hollister
The Bay Area Garden Railroad Society and South County Railroaders hosted their annual Garden Railroad Tour on Saturday.
County to survey locals on special district
San Benito County supervisors approved two contracts last Tuesday with agencies that will guide the community through the first phase of creating a special district to support parks, recreation and library services.
Religious community invites public to Walk for Tolerance in MH
In response to recent acts of violence and intolerance, a combination of religious organizations will join together for a “Walk for Tolerance” through downtown Morgan Hill Tuesday night, and the public is invited.
Area fire safe councils brainstorm prevention ideas
With funding levels at all-time lows engaging the community to prevent fires from starting in the first place is more important than ever, area fire officials say.
