Gopher problem eased without poison bait
Q: We have a terrible gopher problem in our yard. I’ve tried unsuccessfully to trap these varmints. So I talked to a garden expert who suggested poison. But I’m afraid our dogs will get some of the poison, and I know that could be very dangerous. Any suggestions?
Cemetery hosts Day of the Dead celebration
Halloween is fast-approaching, much to the pleasure of candy-loving children. The ancient Celts, who inhabited the area now occupied by Great Britain, Ireland and Normandy, believed that on this night, called “Samhain,” the spirits of the dead returned to earth, and they welcomed them with food and bonfires.
Chamber announces annual award winners
The San Benito County Chamber of Commerce & Visitors Bureau has announced its man, woman and businesses of the year.
Great blue heron found shot near Ridgemark
It appears an injured great blue heron found Oct. 27 near the Ridgemark community was shot with pellets from an air rifle, and there is a $5,050 reward for information leading to an arrest and conviction of the person responsible.
