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Public Letter

PUBLIC LETTER: We need Hazel Hawkins

Jenny Koons writes about her experience at Hazel Hawkins Birth Center.

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Public Letter

PUBLIC LETTER: Thank you to the community for their donations and time

The Salvation Army says it distributed more than 2 toys per child, totaling over 2500 toys, on Dec. 23 in Hollister, San Juan Bautista and Tres Pinos.

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Public Letter

PUBLIC LETTER: Thank you Supervisor Kosmicki

Aromas resident says Kosmicki's action as supervisors saved lives Christmas Eve.

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PUBLIC LETTER: Sam Farr, we are so disappointed in you

8 former and current supervisors share their response to Sam Farr's comments regarding Measure Q

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PUBLIC LETTER: Dan Floriani writes to Hollister Mayor Ignacio Velazquez

Floriani writes that he is taking a stand against the misinformation being shared on social media about his property and the Strada Verde project.

San Benito County building. File photo by Noe Magaña.

News Release

Recorder’s Office offers fraud prevention for homeowners

The free service will notify property owners when land documents are recorded in their name.

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Opinion

COMMUNITY OPINION: Why are supervisors rushing landfill expansion process?

Karl Broussard questions whether the San Benito Board of Supervisors set the stage to vote on the landfill expansion before Measure Q taking effect, if passed by voters.

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Commentary

COMMENTARY: Legacy of Cesar and Helen Chavez in SBC

For more than three decades Cesar led the first successful farm workers union in American history.

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Public Letter

PUBLIC LETTER: Supervisor introduces himself to new constituents

Kollin Kosmicki writes that he believes interacting with constituents is the cornerstone of his role and strives to be accessible to residents.

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Commentary

COMMENTARY: Joel Buckingham says corroboration was present in sexual assault case

Joel Buckingham comments on the need to support and stand by victims of child molestation, and recognize their courage in coming forward.

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Public Letter

PUBLIC LETTER: DA Candice Hooper Mancino responds to Bob Kutz

She writes that there was a lack of corroborating evidence to pursue prosecution 'even though we very much desired to do so.'

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PUBLIC LETTER: Bob Kutz writes to DA Candice Hooper Mancino

Kutz says his son didn't get his day in court in a 2014 sexual abuse case that ended in a plea deal.

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Public Letter

PUBLIC LETTER: A summary of HSD’s budget deficit

The Hollister School District Board of Trustees write that they allocated 93% of funds on staffing though it's recommended it be less than 90%.

Public Letter

PUBLIC LETTER: End of an era for Chamberlain’s Youth Services

Agency to cease operations of its STRTP program as of Dec. 31.

So long, Deane.

BL Acknowledgement

BL Acknowledgement: Deane Judd was a man of honor and truth

BenitoLink Board of Directors recount his impact on the news organization and community.

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Public Letter

PUBLIC LETTER: Supervisors oppose redistricting of county with Santa Clara County

The county writes that it has had a long history of collaboration with its coastal partners.

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Public Letter

PUBLIC LETTER: SBHSD writes in response to a BenitoLink article about its developer fee policy.

The San Benito High School Board of Trustees approved on Aug. 10 to increase some development impact fees.

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Public Letter

PUBLIC LETTER: Fly the the Christian Flag at City Hall

Members of the clergy write that the Christian principles serve as the bedrock of much the good expressed in the nature and accomplishments of this country. 

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Community Opinions

PUBLIC LETTER: Ban all fireworks in State Responsibility Area regions

The San Benito Fire Safe Council writes that the potential for catastrophic wildfire in most of the unincorporated areas of the county is currently alarmingly high.

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Public Letter

PUBLIC LETTER: The backstory of Rose and Riopel v. County of San Benito

Retired county employees Mandy Rose and Margie Riopel share a letter about what they say is the County of San Benito's broken promise of 100% paid retiree health care benefits, which could impact retirees you know.

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