High-Speed Rail to hold local meeting to consider alternative routes on Nov. 4
Project leaders to address local segment plan, impact report at Casa de Fruta
The latest
Hollister teen arrested again over school shooting threat
Sheriff, DA call Ramirez a threat, Hollister police chief still disagrees
Hollister says budget deficit as low as $1 million with use of reserves
Acting city manager says city still looking at cost-saving measures
Big day for the buckaroos
10th annual Baler Buckaroo Rodeo brings campus together
Special Heroes Carnival: a day of fun for kids with disabilities
Families gather at Hollister Elks Lodge to enjoy activities, learn about programs
Public meetings for the week of Nov. 2
Local officials to discuss homeless census, permit for firearms retailer and emergency shelter location
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COMMUNITY OPINION: The growth control myth: Are we saving Hollister or slowly destroying it?
Former Mayor Mia Casey discusses her views about the proposed Urban Growth Boundary initiative
City of Hollister reviewing financials
City is taking findings of errors and omissions seriously and working to establish a clear, accurate and verifiable understanding of its financial situation
Police arrest man accused of planning a school shooting at Hollister High
Police emphasize there is currently no threat to the school
Hwy. 25 tree trimming work could result in traffic delays
Work scheduled at Gloria Road and Hwy 25 Oct 31, from 7 a.m. to noon
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Former Hazel Hawkins ER doctor seeks $100 million from health care district
Paul Rohart alleges retaliation, wrongful termination
Hill’s Bookstore holds first Homeschool Book Fair
Nov. 3 event coincides with release of ‘Dog Man: A Sprinkle in Time’
Hollister High golfer, team tourney titles highlight season
Baler junior Mikalah Montoya excels at Red Bluff, squad finishes third in league
Sugar skulls, altars honor loved ones at Luna Gallery
Workshop participants learn about Dia de los Muertos traditions
San Juan completes work on urban growth boundary
Amendment to General Plan identifies three areas as suitable for development
Hollister teen arrested, charged for alleged planning of high school shooting
Police investigation, arrest occurred more than two weeks ago
Opinion
COMMUNITY OPINION: Let’s have not a party
George Fendler discusses his views on having political parties
COMMUNITY OPINION: Scott McPhail’s words, character and business record should matter to Hollister voters
Catherine Booth Vaughan discusses why she believes Scott McPhail is not a good choice to serve as Hollister Mayor
COMMENTARY: Protecting voter privacy, civil rights and election integrity
Mickie Luna discusses her views on the threat to voter privacy
PUBLIC OPINION: Endorsement of Paul Breen for Health Board
Former supervisor Bob Tiffany pens endorsement of Paul Breen on behalf of three former supervisors
PUBLIC OPINION: San Benito County Is Pushing Longroad Energy Toward State Approval — And Taxpayers Could Pay the Price
John Freeman discusses his views on Longroad project
news RElease
Operation Green Light for Veterans
County Buildings to be illuminated with green lighting from Nov.4 through 11
Fraudulent email scam alert
County shares information on how to take precautions
Animal shelter suspends animal intakes
Temporary closure due to confirmed cases of ringworm
Registrar of Voters reaffirms commitment to voter privacy and lawful process
Statement comes following DOJ demand
Registrar of Voters clarifies page-numbering clerical error on ballots
Elections Department identifies minor clerical error on the Spanish language page count
Mission 10 Race coming to San Juan Bautista
The 43rd annual event is scheduled for Jan. 30, 2027
Eat, Drink, Savor
Eat, Drink, Savor: Blade and Talon coming to San Juan Bautista
Winemaker Nat Wong to open tasting room highlighting his wines from local vineyards
Eat, Drink, Savor: “Mama Dee” Martin brings fire, flour, and flavor
Cinnamon rolls and more from Fire and Flour Bakehouse will be available on Food Truck Tuesdays starting Oct. 27.
Sports and Recreation
Balers JV football may be heading to another undefeated season
Hollister JV team continuing successful season even as varsity cancelled
Hollister High football coach back in classroom
Thomas Sullivan remains on paid administrative leave as coach while investigation of football program continues
Special reports
BL Special Report: Nonprofit says hospital’s charity program is little-known
Lea este artículo en español aquí. Hazel Hawkins Memorial Hospital has written off $3.93 million in patient…
BL Special Report: Q&A with Planning Commissioner Peter Hernandez
Lea este artículo en español aquí. Note: When published, this article failed to note that Peter Hernandez…
BL Special Report: Montessori School site project latest to be delayed by city
Lea este artículo en español aquí. When Sandra Schwehr first thought about opening the Little Tree Montessori…
BL Special Report: Mountain lions, though protected, remain controversial
Lea este artículo en español aquí. Over the past nearly four decades, there has been heated debate…
FEatures
Daylight saving time ends Nov. 1
Lea este articulo en español aquí. On Nov. 1 at 2 a.m. local time, most of the United States and Canada change to standard time. That is,…
City cancels town hall meeting set for Oct. 16
Information provided by the City of Hollister. Lea este artículo en español aquí. The City of Hollister regrets to announce that the upcoming Town Hall…
New murals add color, culture to downtown Hollister
Lea este artículo en español aquí. Five new murals were unveiled in downtown Hollister during the San Benito County Arts Council’s Vision Art Fest tour…
Anzar High football sees ups, downs so far this season
Lea este artículo en español aquí. Off to a 2-1 start in Pacific Coast League play, with…
BenitoLink releases General Election Forum 2026 videos, survey results
Lea este artículo en español aquí. BenitoLink hosted an election forum on Sept.17 at the Granada Theater…
County without emergency services manager, staff heading into El Niño
Lea este artículo en español aquí. Facing a wet El Niño winter that has already prompted a…
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