Uncategorized

The Indian Motorcycle brand – for decades identified with this region of California and once manufactured in Gilroy – has come roaring back thanks to Polaris Industries, a Minnesota-based maker of all-terrain and off-road vehicles.

Pinnacles National Park and the 400 other parks in the system are offering free admission for nine days in 2014, according to an announcement from the parks service.

Closet presents is the term my wife uses for presents I either use once and put away forever, or never even take out of the manufacturer’s inner packaging.

In planning a vacation trip to the UK for this summer, I discovered a charming tradition in Belfast, Northern Ireland. This city was once known for its gun battles and explosions perpetrated by Roman Catholics and Protestants against each other. Now, however, Christmas brings these Christians together to aid the needy in their midst.

Thirty years ago, an active local nonprofit organization started a modest holiday giving campaign that provided a few local families in need with food baskets.

Where did the year go? It's already time for winter holiday decorating! If that makes you turn into the Grinch, relax and use some of these fun and inexpensive ideas. Decorating for the holidays doesn't need to be a huge or expensive production. Craft and grocery stores are great places to pick up inexpensive ingredients for your seasonal decorating. Here are some easy ideas that will make your winter decorating simpler, less expensive but still seasonal and fun.

Q: When our dog hears a funny noise, he tips his head sideways to listen. We think it's adorable, but why does he do this?

This time of year, as family members gather for the holidays, is a great opportunity to hold an annual family meeting.

The accolades continue to roll in for the Gavilan football team.