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California lawmakers are crafting an end-of-session package of proposed laws that could streamline the building of solar and offshore wind energy projects, according to people familiar with the discussions. Democratic legislators, who have shared drafts with environmental groups, industry, lobbyists and other interested parties, are...

South County Airport in San Martin debuts first turbofan jet to

In the San Francisco Bay Area, we seem to be in a bubble of more open-minded thinking and inclusion. There are other places, regions and states that seem to be filled with fear of the outsider and suspicion of neighbors of different ethnicity, national...

Morgan Hill nonprofit The Edward “Boss” Prado Foundation is accepting donations of clothing and other items to help northern California residents who have been impacted by wildfires that have forced thousands to evacuate their homes. Cecelia’s Closet and Food Pantry, which is run by the Prado Foundation, is the local collection site. The biggest needs for fire victims include hygiene products, blankets, flashlights and food, according to Prado Foundation co-founder Cecelia Ponzini. These items can be dropped off at Cecelia’s Closet, 35 Peebles Ave. Morgan Hill resident Misty Burke was preparing to truck a load of donated items up to the fire victims Thursday afternoon, but foundation co-founder Cecelia Ponzini said she will continue to collect items that can be delivered at a later date or donated back to local needs. And the aid effort is truly collaborative, Ponzini added, as local businesses, the Morgan Hill Kiwanis Club and Girl Scouts Troop 62224 are helping with the transportation of the donations. Gov. Jerry Brown declared a state of emergency in response to the Butte Fire and Valley Fire, which have been raging since last week in Lake, Calaveras and Amador counties. Thousands of structures—including hundreds of homes—have been destroyed by these fires, and thousands more are threatened. More than 20,000 residents have been forced to evacuate their homes due to the ongoing wildfires.

The South Valley Ballet in association with Morgan Hill Dance Center is presenting the first full-length ballet production of the Nutcracker in the South Valley. Directors Juliet La Pointe Smith and April Sue are bringing their backgrounds in the art of classical ballet to the Morgan Hill area. Performing with the ballet company and ballet school are guest artists sharing their professional talents. This will be a fun-filled holiday performance for an audience of all ages.

Morgan Hill officials celebrated the opening of the City’s newest senior housing development at a ribbon-cutting ceremony Tuesday.

Event brings many back in time with costumes, romance and

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