New theater group to perform ‘Scapino’s Revenge’ this weekend
A new theater company in Hollister is set to hold performances for its spring show this weekend at The Vault.
POTW: Simba
Simba is an 8-year-old cat who is loving, sweet and happy. He's also good with cats and dogs. He would make the perfect lap cat. He has been at the San Martin Animal Shelter since mid-March. If you are interested in adopting this or any other animal at the shelter, please call (408) 686-3900.
Hollister man dies from injuries in motorcycle accident
The motorcyclist in Sunday’s accident at Fairview and Churchill roads died from his injuries, according to the California Highway Patrol.
Coroner IDs woman, 19, killed in wreck on Highway 156
The San Benito County Sheriff’s Office has identified the woman killed in an accident Monday afternoon on Highway 156 near Hollister.
POTW: Lele
Hi, I'm Lele (86472), a 4 year old Maltese mix. I'm handsome. I'm funny. I'm smart. And I'm a sucker for treats. What more could you ask for? You and I might be made for each other. Come and visit me at HSSV's Animal Community today! Visit the Humane Society Silicon Valley, 901 Ames Ave., Milpitas, or call (408) 262-2133.
9 Lives Club holds ribbon cutting
9 Lives Club and the Gilroy Chamber of Commerce held a ribbon cutting April 12 at the club’s location at 7430 Monterey St. in Gilroy. There are weekly comedy and music shows from some of the area’s top performers. The 4,500 square foot venue can accommodate 300 guests. Their goal is to make anyone that walks through the doors feel the positive energy and great vibe in the room. Enjoy pizza, hot dogs, soft drinks and beer while watching the shows. Details: ninelivesclub.com
Ex-MACSA officials turn themselves in
Two former leaders of the Mexican American Community Services Agency who allegedly used employees’ retirement savings for school supplies, a salary raise, a YMCA membership, food from local supermarkets, computers, office supplies and other general operating costs turned themselves in last week on charges of felony grand theft.
Retired cop’s sentencing for embezzlement set for Friday
Retired Hollister police Sgt. Ray Wood, who ran for San Benito County sheriff in 2010, could receive a jail sentence at a hearing Friday.
News Analysis: Post-employment benefits take big bite from county budget
San Benito County’s “Other Post-Employment Benefit Program” – or OPEB, pronounced oh-peb – is a perfect example of a generous and expensive program that was a lot easier to get into than it will be to escape.
