Hollister city manager resigns days after getting job
A Central Coast city manager resigns just days after being given the job, coming after public outrage in Hollister over a previous…
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Hollister City Council approves severance deal for former city manager
The Hollister City Council Monday approved a $25,000 payment to the former city manager in a severance plan to avoid possible legal action. The…
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Part of San Benito Street closed after water main break
The city of Hollister said residents should avoid San Benito Street between Seventh and South…
Continue ReadingHollister city manager resigns days after getting job
A Central Coast city manager resigns just days after being given the job, coming after public outrage in Hollister over a previous controversy. These…
Continue ReadingSPECIAL REPORT: The Importance of School Recess
Everyday after lunch, it’s recess time at DeLaveaga Elementary in Santa Cruz. “I like it because it’s sometimes stressful to sit…
Continue ReadingHollister men arrested on drug, weapons charges during suspected DUI arrest
Two Hollister men were arrested after police said they found them with drugs, weapons and a stolen wallet during an arrest for suspected DUI. Early…
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Lost horse found near highway, Animal Control looking for owner
A horse is missing from its owner, and Hollister Police Animal Care & Services are trying to help it find its way home. Animal Control Officers…
Continue ReadingCal Fire conducting prescribed burn in Diablo Range Thursday and Friday
Cal Fire said it will conduct a prescribed burn in the Diablo Range in San Benito County Thursday and Friday. As a result, smoke may be visible in…
Continue Reading Kmart to close two more Central Coast locations
The Central Coast is losing two more Kmart stores. This comes after the December closure of Kmart in Salinas was announced back in October.…
Continue ReadingBetter Ask Barry: Veterans receive free dental care
A Central Coast veteran named John received a special Veterans Day gift Monday — a new set of teeth. The entire procedure was free, provided by…
Continue ReadingKids enjoy experiments at Hollister science and technology fair
Kids got to immerse themselves in science and technology activities at the Teknova Science and Technology Fair in Hollister Saturday. At the fair,…
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Two fentanyl overdoses in two days, one fatal, in San Benito County
The San Benito County Sheriff’s Office is issuing a warning about drugs laced with Fentanyl after law enforcement responded to two overdoses in…
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Preparing for power shutoff in San Benito County
Starting as early as 2 p.m. Saturday, 1,300 PG&E customers are expected to lose power in San Benito County. The areas mostly include rural parts…
Continue ReadingHollister opening first ice skating rink in city
The city of Hollister will be opening its first-ever ice skating rink for the holiday season. Council member Rolan Resendiz said the city council…
Continue ReadingHollister parents learn about the secrets of teen drug use
As hundreds packed San Benito High School’s stadium for one of the biggest games of the year, parents got a look into a harsh reality.…
Continue ReadingHollister Animal Shelter sends supplies to animals affected by fire
After gathering donations this week, the Hollister Animal Shelter has sent supplies to Sonoma County Animal Services to help animals affected by the…
Continue ReadingChief Westrick leaving Hollister Police Department
Chief David Westrick with Hollister police announced in a blog post that he will be leaving the department at the end of the year. Westrick has been…
Continue Reading 3.8 magnitude earthquake felt across Central Coast
The USGS reports that there was a preliminary 3.8 earthquake near Tres Pinos Tuesday morning. It happened around 8:21 a.m. 14km S of Tres Pinos near…
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Power shutoffs underway in Santa Cruz, San Benito and Monterey counties
PG&E power shutoffs are underway in Santa Cruz, San Benito and Monterey Counties. According to the outage map, the power is out at UC Santa Cruz…
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Power shutoff to impact 850,000 PG&E customers over the weekend
PG&E meteorologists are expecting a historic wind event this weekend, and as a result, about 850,000 customers have been told they may be…
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Portions of Monterey, Santa Cruz and San Benito counties losing power for PG&E shutoff
UPDATE 10/25/2019 10 a.m. Portions of three Central Coast counties can expect to lose power this weekend as part of a PG&E Public Safety Power…
Continue ReadingPolice: Driver causes rollover crash during Highway 25 pursuit
A man was arrested on multiple charges after Hollister police said he led them on a chase and caused a rollover crash. Police said Wednesday at…
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When you can burn those piles of leaves
“Is it already burn season?” The short answer is no, but there can be exceptions, starting with the kind of burn. “Backyard burning…
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Approved ordinance for future commercial building in San Benito County likely turning to public vote
The controversy continues in San Benito County over future commercial growth that some residents say will lead to more traffic and take away from the…
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Hollister Independence Motorcycle Rally to return
UPDATED 10/22/19 10:36 p.m.: Hollister bikers are looking forward to the motorcycle Independence Rally, after hearing news that the city council…
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CHP: At-risk missing man found after Silver Alert issued
UPDATE 10/22/2019 12:00 p.m. A Silver Alert issued by the CHP for 85-year-old Jimmie Macrander has been deactivated. The CHP said he has been found.…
Continue ReadingPolice: Woman arrested for leaving children behind after hit-and-run crash in Hollister
A woman was arrested in Hollister after police said she left two small children behind at the scene of a hit-and-run crash and resisted arrest. The…
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Police looking for suspect in Hollister hit-and-run crash, shoplifting
Hollister police are looking for a man suspected of shoplifting from a Safeway before a hit-and-run crash. Police said on Sept. 2 at around 1:40…
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National Teen Driver Safety Week kicks off
Sunday kicked off National Teen Driver Safety Week. The Office of Traffic Safety says it’s encouraging parents and guardians to talk to their…
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Central Coast hospital receives grant to treat opioid addiction in ER
Hazel Hawkins Memorial Hospital announced Wednesday that it has received a grant to fund a new opioid addiction treatment program. The grant comes…
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Watsonville Democrat launches Panetta election challenge, Republican could soon follow
There is at least one challenger for Congressman Jimmy Panetta’s seat in California’s 20th Congressional District. Watsonville resident…
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Central Coast shaken by 4.7 earthquake Tuesday afternoon
The USGS reports that there was a preliminary 4.7 earthquake near Tres Pinos Tuesday afternoon. It happened around 12:42 p.m. 16KM SSE of Tres Pinos…
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Rivas: Governor signs bill providing quality, dignified housing for farmworkers
Assembly member Robert Rivas (D-Hollister) announced Tuesday that Gov. Gavin Newsom signed the Farmworker Housing Act of 2019, and he said that will…
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Disabled Hollister dog wins spot in global pet calendar contest
Cricket, an adorable 7-year-old Boston Terrier from Hollister has won a spot in the 2020 ‘Walkin’ Pets’ Calendar. Cricket was born…
Continue ReadingOwner of San Benito County land speaks out about development rumors
For years, Rider McDowell has worked to design his vision for Betabel Road off Highway 101. He said the open land, once a dump site, is a chance to…
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More oil and gas leasing and development approved on Central Coast
The Bureau of Land Management announced it approved oil and gas leasing and development in Fresno, Monterey, and San Benito counties, Friday. This…
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Three car crash on SR 156 results in major injuries
UPDATE 10/7/2019 5:00 p.m. The CHP said five adults and three minors were taken to the hospital after a three car crash on State Route 156 Sunday…
Continue ReadingHollister police awarded traffic education and enforcement grant
Hollister police announced Monday that the department received a grant for a one-year traffic enforcement and education program. The grant is from…
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