Property tax relief available for businesses impacted by Covid-19
The Santa Clara County Assessor’s Office is offering temporary property tax relief to businesses affected by Covid-19.
“This recession is very different than the 2008 Great Recession when we reduced the property assessments of 136,000 homes,” County Assessor Larry Stone said. “The 2008 Recession was...
Sip, taste and support local nonprofits at SCV Wine Auction
On March 25, Santa Clara Valley Wine Auction ticket holders will be able to enjoy local wines and cuisine, dance to live entertainment and bid on gifts from area businesses and nonprofits—all for a good cause.
Proceeds from the 2023 Wine Auction—presented by the Morgan...
Fest hits 40
The 40th Morgan Hill Mushroom Festival unfolded Saturday and Sunday at the Downtown Amphitheater grounds and Depot Street.
On May 25, sunshine mixed with a cool breeze drew thousands of locals and out-of-town visitors for a day of live music, arts and crafts, food booths,...
Police: Burglars break into Cigarland, steal more than $30K in cigarettes
Police are investigating the break-in and burglary of a cigar store in Morgan Hill in which the suspects used a vehicle to force open a security gate, and made off with thousands of dollars worth of cigarettes, authorities said.
About 4:13am Oct. 19, two stolen...
Local Scene: ‘Christmas on the Hill’ returns to West Hills Church
City hiring lifeguards, swim instructors
The City of Morgan Hill’s Recreation Division is looking to fill positions for year round lifeguards and swim instructors, according to an announcement from City Hall. While many people think of lifeguard positions and swim instructor roles as summer jobs,...
Trolley tours wine country in style
With more than 50 bonded wineries in southern Santa Clara County, there are plenty of reasons to keep your wine purchases local.
Morgan Hill residents Heather Gallegos and Christina Perez have been friends for over 30 years and have done lots of international travel. With...
Mayor changes mind on ‘adult cabaret show’ discussion
Morgan Hill Mayor Mark Turner last week wanted the city to consider adding requirements for businesses that host “adult cabaret shows,” but reversed course after the owner of a local venue he had in mind agreed to make its events less visible from outside.
Before...
Local Scene: Safe Trick or Treat returns to downtown Morgan Hill
Safe Trick or Treat
The Morgan Hill Downtown Association is bringing back the annual Safe Trick or Treat event. The Halloween trick-or-treating festivities will take place 5-7pm Oct. 31 on Monterey Road between Dunne and Main avenues.
The free tradition gives children and their families a...
Local Scene: Preschool information night Feb. 5
Locals recognized at SNHU
Three local students were named to Southern New Hampshire University’s Fall 2023 President's List. The fall terms run from September to December.
Alvaro Alvarado and Kendra Stewart, both of Morgan Hill, and Christopher Smith of San Martin were honored.
Full-time undergraduate students who...
Federal monitor moves county from ‘Severe’ to ‘Moderate’ drought
With seemingly constant rain storms pummeling the South Bay so far this winter, a federal drought monitoring program recently downgraded most of Santa Clara County from “Severe” to “Moderate” drought. But local water supply authorities warn that residents and property owners should continue to...
