Supervisors change campaign donation rules just before election season

Board approves lower contribution limits, disclosure threshold

by Juan Pablo Perez Burgos December 20, 2025

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Educators, police hand out winter wear to students for Christmas

County Office of Education chooses more than 50 students to receive clothing at police station, schools

by Noe Magaña December 19, 2025

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BenitoLink’s Fall NewsMatch steams ahead

A new fundraising record is within our reach

by Leslie David December 19, 2025December 19, 2025

Government / Politics

Gas station, new fire truck approved by San Juan Bautista council

Agreements signed for water, sewer projects

by Robert Eliason December 19, 2025December 19, 2025

Culture

Oriana Chorale tops off Christmas season at Mission San Juan Bautista

Longtime local choir offers movie-themed ‘Home for the Holidays’ program

by Robert Eliason December 18, 2025December 18, 2025

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Supervisors approve long-delayed Housing Element

County expects state certification by end of winter

by Juan Pablo Perez Burgos December 18, 2025

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BL Special Report: Hollister officials meet with frustrated property owners

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BL Longform: The founding of the Community Foundation for San Benito County

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Hollister seeking input for vehicle testing project

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New senior meals provider Martha’s Kitchen warns services at risk

by Noe Magaña

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HSD installs technology to improve indoor air quality at schools

Hollister company to install the technology on all campuses

December 18, 2025December 18, 2025

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VTA US 101 / SR 25 Interchange Project roadwork

Work scheduled for Dec. 21-27

December 17, 2025December 17, 2025

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Daytime lane closures on Hwy 101

Pavement maintenance work scheduled Dec 15-19

December 12, 2025December 12, 2025

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Graniterock seeks permit amendment to solidify Wilson Quarry future in Aromas

Change to extend the placement of reclamation material to an area adjacent to the current placement site

December 11, 2025December 11, 2025

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Central Coast Community Energy announces new EV rebates

Program will offer rebates across a variety of EVs and charging technologies

December 11, 2025December 11, 2025

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Bulldog Boxing hosts annual holiday toy drive

Donations will be distributed to children at a special event at the gym

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by Adam Bell December 17, 2025December 18, 2025

Government / Politics

Hollister council OKs contract for 2026 Independence Rally

Officials say Roadshows Inc. delivered as required, though one council member says she has yet to see revenue reports

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by Noe Magaña December 17, 2025

Sports

Despite turnover, Baler wrestling optimistic as season gets underway

Returning wrestlers and more girls joining the team bode well for this season.

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by Robert Eliason December 16, 2025December 18, 2025

Police / Fire

Salinas man dies in fatal crash on San Juan Canyon Road

Sheriff’s office says driver lost control of off-road vehicle when making a turn

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by Noe Magaña December 16, 2025

Government / Politics

Supervisors to discuss branding county as “Home of Pinnacles National Park”

Proposal will also be considered by Hollister, San Juan Bautista

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by Juan Pablo Perez Burgos December 16, 2025December 16, 2025

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City council to consider rally promoter contract, cancelling growth management policy

A new $40K pact with last year’s rally promoter Roadshows Inc. would help bring back event next year

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by Noe Magaña December 15, 2025

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Opinions

COLUMN: Sheriff’s Roundup – Bella

Sheriff Eric Taylor discusses how difficult some cases can be for law enforcement.

December 3, 2025December 3, 2025

COMMENTARY: How to manufacture a scandal: Step by step guide

Stacie McGrady discusses her view on Supervisor Velasquez reaction to the recall petition

December 2, 2025December 5, 2025

PUBLIC LETTER: Embarrassing display by BOS

Cindy Gillen expresses concern about supervisor’s behavior

December 1, 2025December 1, 2025

COMMUNITY OPINION: Hollister’s failure to approve its Housing Element is putting seniors at risk

Christina Ludovici discusses how the county’s noncompliance to the Housing is affecting seniors.

November 26, 2025November 26, 2025

PUBLIC LETTER: Your vote, our gratitude

Francisco Diaz writes about the special election.

November 11, 2025November 11, 2025

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DUI Checkpoint scheduled for Dec. 14

Officers to stop traffic at an undisclosed location from Dec 14, 6 p.m. to 1:30 a.m. Dec. 15

December 10, 2025December 10, 2025

A time for giving

The Community Foundation shares ways of donating to those who help others

December 6, 2025December 6, 2025

Hazel Hawkins named to 2025 maternity care honor roll

Honor includes a Distinction of Superior Performance

December 5, 2025December 5, 2025

Free technical assistance under water resource’s URCTA program

Help available for underrepresented communities, California tribes and small farmers

December 3, 2025December 3, 2025

Police investigating suspicious circumstances

Police respond to unresponsive 11-year-old in Hollister

December 3, 2025December 3, 2025

PG&E encourages customers to “Slow Down, Verify, Stop the Scam”

During 2025, PG&E customers have lost nearly $300,000 to scammers

November 20, 2025November 20, 2025

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Eat, Drink, Savor: San Juan Oaks’ 36º North hits stride in first year

Fine dining restaurant is a reflection of customer tastes and styles

by Robert Eliason December 14, 2025December 17, 2025

Eat, Drink, Savor: Crave offers a wine and chocolate pairing

Crave’s first-ever event features locally made De Brito chocolates

by Robert Eliason December 7, 2025December 9, 2025

Sports and Recreation

New Hollister High girls soccer coach, team expect deep postseason run

Possession and fun will both be key to squad’s success, coach says

by Noe Magaña December 9, 2025December 18, 2025

Hollister High runners set personal records at state finals

Chavez finishes 42nd, Parra 122nd

by Noe Magaña December 3, 2025December 3, 2025

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BL Special Report: Hollister officials meet with frustrated property owners

Lea este artículo en español aquí. On Nov. 7, representatives of the city of Hollister, including interim…

by Robert Eliason November 28, 2025December 17, 2025

BL Special Report: Planting Justice’s model for holistic re-entry reshapes a community

Lea este articulo en español aquí. This report is in partnership with the University of Southern California Annenberg…

by Jenna Mayzouni September 17, 2024December 31, 2024

BL Special Report: Restorative justice circles help incarcerated and at-risk youth

Lea este articulo en español aquí. This report is in partnership with the University of Southern California Annenberg…

by Jenna Mayzouni September 13, 2024September 17, 2024

BL Special Report: Bankruptcy protection denied hospital over $15 million discrepancy

Lea este articulo en español aquí. The California Northern Bankruptcy Court dismissed Hazel Hawkins Memorial Hospital’s Chapter 9…

by Monserrat Solis April 9, 2024June 4, 2024

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