Capacity Points to Greater Need Ahead
There's something both positive and negative to take from Tuesday's Free Lance story on Emmaus House reaching full capacity, and it indicates we as a community must look ahead and plan for expanding our offering of such transitional housing.
Why Pet Owners are Responsible for Dogs
The unfortunate attack of Swank Farms' goats by two dogs Tuesday not only brings to light the importance of owners keeping tabs on their pets, but it also brings a sense of relief as, in hindsight, these animal deaths could have turned into a much more catastrophic event.
It’s Sheriff’s Duty to Keep Probe Open
The Sheriff's Office is investigating one of its own veterans for some serious allegations, one involving rape, and should remain as open as legally possible as the probe of Sgt. Mike Rodrigues continues.
Here, It’s a Town, Not Just a Brand Name
A controversy brewing over whether a local business can use the name "Hollister" on its clothing is much bigger than one person or merchant taking on a national retailer that sells the popular teenage clothing. This threat over trademark infringement allegations coming from Abercrombie & Fitch Trading Co. has potential to highly restrict that and other local businesses, as well as organizations and any other group wanting to use the hometown name on their brands.
Condors’ Fate in Governor’s Hands
The evidence has mounted in favor of a ban on use of lead bullets in the condor range – most recently here in San Benito County in July when two California condors had elevated lead levels in their bloodstream and were successfully treated at the Los Angeles Zoo.
No Excuse For Leaving Out Examination
San Juan Bautista officials neglected to take one of the crucial steps necessary whenever anything is constructed in the city – built, literally, on a foundation of history.
Doctors’ New Rates a Relief for Community
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Finding Right Leader Will Carry a Price
As the county nears a crucial era in its quest for improved economic development, an array of business groups have shown they understand working together will benefit the whole by focusing recruitment efforts into one lead agency, the Economic Development Corp.
