Scrapbook May 14-18
HONORS: Students complete senior project, TheraPE: Santa Clara University graduating bioengineering seniors Sarah van Keulen (St. Catherine/Presentation), Sofia Pour and Kristi Hockenson spent a year on their senior engineering project, TheraPE, a new type of pulmonary embolectomy device. TheraPE was designed and developed by the seniors to better remove blood clots from the heart, is patent pending and won first place at SCU’s annual senior engineering competition.
Baha’is appreciate U.S. religious freedom
The American public mostly seems to take our freedom of religion for granted. Although this nation was founded by pilgrims from England seeking religious liberty, the colonial Puritans soon turned to persecuting other colonists who disagreed with their beliefs (going so far as to outlaw the celebration of Christmas). Over time, our government has usually attempted to remain neutral in religious affairs, though Muslims may say that increased scrutiny of their community since 9/11 has had a chilling effect on their ability to freely practice Islam.
Hollister air attack base gets fired up for summer
The annual return of Calfire air attack planes at the Hollister Municipal Airport signals an earlier-than-normal start to the wildfire season, to which newly appointed Battalion Chief Josh Nettles and his crew are ready to respond at a moment’s notice.
County picks kangaroo rat as parks mascot
“Bennie Benitoite” will soon be coming to local parks as the new mascot for the parks and recreation commission.
Medina calls claim over fire vote a ‘distraction’
Arturo Medina, whose District 2 board race was at the forefront of allegations over political threats relating to a proposed county-city fire contract, called a Hollister councilman’s claims about his campaign adviser a “distraction.”
Board moves ahead with Calfire extension
San Benito County supervisors on Tuesday approved moving ahead on the extension of a contract for fire protection with Calfire and directed staff to bring it back to the board for final action and discussion at a future date.
POTW: Chester
Chester is a 2-year-old Chihuahua mix who is very sweet and easy going, doesn't bark and is great on walks. He is also good with other dogs. He has been at the San Martin Animal Shelter since March. If you are interested in adopting an animal at the shelter, please call (408) 686-3900.
Volunteer searching, fundraising for Sierra continue this week
Volunteers continue to search for Sierra LaMar two months after she was reported missing from her north Morgan Hill home, and her family remains grateful for ongoing fundraising efforts organized by numerous people from the South Santa Clara County community.
