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Rodeo events ahead of 100th San Benito County Fair
The 100th San Benito County fair is officially opening Sept. 29 at noon, but Bolado Park is expected to be sold out for the Bronc…
Community Food Bank of San Benito raises hunger awareness
This article was written by BenitoLink intern Alexis Castro Juarez The Community Food Bank of San Benito hosted an event called “Spooning the Lawn” on…
Eat, Drink, Savor: Manga introduces Calera Wine in Japan
Calera Wine Company’s tasting events attract more than just locals looking for great wine, a beautiful view and some barbecue. The winery is also a…
Community Vision San Benito County: Seniors
In a two-hour listening session on Sept. 7, a group of community leaders and interested residents shared concerns for seniors in San Benito County in…
San Juan Bautista planners approve 2023-2031 housing element
At a special meeting of the San Juan Bautista Planning Commission on Sept. 12, members voted to forward a draft of the 2023-2031 Housing Element…
Power outage and small fire disturb Santa Ana Valley area
A five-acre fire broke out near the Santa Ana Valley blazed on the evening of Sept. 13. Cal Fire received a report around 8:30 p.m.…
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BL Special Report
BL Special Report: Legal group says Hollister Mayor violated Brown Act and resident’s First Amendment Rights
During the March 7 Hollister City Council meeting, resident Mia Casey accused Mayor Ignacio Velazquez of violating California’s Ralph M. Brown Act. According to David…
BL Longform: Snyder’s General Store and the downfall of Tiburcio Vasquez
The night before his execution for the murder of Leander Davidson, the notorious outlaw Tiburcio Vasquez asked to see the coffin prepared for him. He…
BL Longform: The 19th-century Gilmore Colony collapses at the farm
BL Longform articles are designed for a more leisurely reading experience. You can print BenitoLink articles by clicking on the printer icon at the top…
BL Special Report: For seniors, activity is key to preventing falls
This is part of a monthly series of articles underwritten by Health Projects Center and Del Mar…
BL Special Report: Loneliness among seniors during COVID
This is part of a a monthly series of articles underwritten by Health Projects Center and Del…
BL Special Report: Permanent closure of Nash Road stalls
The effort to permanently close a section of Nash Road that intersects San Benito High School is…
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Hollister resident and 9/11 survivor reflects on 2001 New York attacks
This article was written by BenitoLink intern Vivian Guadalupe Sierra “Have you ever had a dream where you’re running, and you can’t feel your feet,…
Hollister girls volleyball tops Aptos
The Hollister girls volleyball team beat Aptos High School 3-2 on Sept. 7 in five sets (23-25, 25-15, 19-25, 25-23, 15-7). The Balers overall record…
Eat, Drink, Savor: Canty’s Kitchen brings Alabama flavor to Hollister
With all his varied interests and accomplishments, it is surprising that Toney Canty is able to contain himself within the confines of his food truck,…
Hollister football loses to Wilcox
The Hollister football team lost to Wilcox High School 19-9 Aug. 31 in the second game of…
Hollister football wins season opener
The Hollister football team beat Oak Grove 44 – 7 Aug. 25 in the first game of…
Gabilan Seneca Wine and Food Tasting raises $125K
The Gabilan Chapter of the Seneca Family of Agencies raised over $125,000 at their 67th Annual Wine…
Community Opinion
Central Coast Community Energy sets new electrical rates
This column was contributed by John Freeman, San Juan Bautista Councilmember and Central Coast Community Energy Policy Board Member. The opinions expressed do not necessarily represent BenitoLink or…
COMMUNITY OPINION: Another day, another lockdown
This community opinion was contributed by Hollister High School student Andrew Minnis. The opinions expressed do not necessarily represent BenitoLink or other affiliated contributors. BenitoLink invites…
COLUMN: Sheriff’s Roundup – Thank you, Hollister
This column was contributed by San Benito County Sheriff Eric Taylor. The opinions expressed do not necessarily represent BenitoLink or other affiliated contributors. BenitoLink invites all community members…
COMMUNITY OPINION: Hollister Police Department employees are cyberbullies
This community opinion was contributed by Catherine Eva Booth-Vaughan. The opinions expressed do not necessarily represent BenitoLink…
COLUMN: Water Softeners: A Hard Problem
This Column was contributed by Shawn Novack, water conservation program manager with the Water Resources Association San…
PUBLIC LETTER; Unraveling the Crisis at Hazel Hawkins Hospital: An Outsider’s Perspective
This community opinion was contributed Lou Wilmington. The opinions expressed do not necessarily represent BenitoLink or other…
