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LATEST NEWS FROM THE NETWORK
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Measure A could stall commerical growth in rural San Benito County in perpetuity
November 05, 2024
Previous efforts around the state were limited in scope; Measure A has no ‘sunset’ provision.
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5 facts about Measure A campaign funding
October 30, 2024
Most of the money for both ‘yes’ and ‘no’ for the land use question comes from outside the county.
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Amid fires and red-flag warnings, the future of San Benito County’s rural fire protection is precarious
October 24, 2024
The county has until March 2025 to find a new contractor to provide fire services in the county’s unincorporated areas.
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Bay Area conservation group backs San Benito land use measure
August 13, 2024
Former county supervisors say the initiative will stifle commercial growth and deprive the county of much-needed revenue.
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Former assistant librarian charged with embezzlement
June 04, 2024
Erin Baxter allegedly bought between $100K-$500K worth of goods, including camping equipment and electronics, with public money.
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An ‘impossible situation’: Why California hospitals are suing a major health insurer
May 03, 2024
California hospitals say slow insurance approvals delay care and block beds that could be used for new patients.
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BL Special Report: Bankruptcy protection denied hospital over $15 million discrepancy
April 09, 2024
San Benito Health Care District intends to appeal.
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Outage hits parts of Hollister and Tres Pinos during 49ers game
January 29, 2024
A power outage affected as many as 5,000 customers, which occurred during the NFL championship game between the San Francisco 49ers and Detroit Lions, which the bay area team eventually won 34-31.
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California translocates beavers to aid population growth
January 18, 2024
For the first time in 75 years, California Department of Fish and Wildlife (CDFW) moved a family of seven North American beavers.
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FBI looking into alleged embezzlement at library
December 12, 2023
San Benito County Sheriff says fraudulent accounts were created to purchase personal merchandise.
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Hollister woman celebrates her military family on Veterans Day with her own service
November 11, 2023
Esther LaPore has nine retired or active members among her ancestors and descendants.
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Supervisors approve changes to affordable housing rules
September 14, 2023
San Benito County will require 20% affordable housing in future developments.
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North American condor population increases
August 28, 2023
The California condor was first listed as an endangered species in 1967. With the release of 10 birds, the Central Coast population is expected to reach 103.
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Housing policy conference aims to streamline construction
July 05, 2023
Developers and policymakers discuss reducing government regulations and reviews to increase the supply of affordable housing.
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Amazon confirms new fulfillment center in Hollister
June 26, 2023
The company answered BenitoLink’s repeated requests to verify that the new building will be its latest venture in San Benito County.
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