Bill to speed up dam project passes committee
A state assembly bill that would fast-track the seismic retrofitting of Anderson Dam in northeast Morgan Hill unanimously passed committee last week.
New order: Storefront pick-up is allowed
Santa Clara County health officials, noting “significant” progress in reducing the spread of Covid-19, announced a revised shelter-in-place order that loosens some restrictions beginning May 22.
Under the new order, retail establishments can offer storefront pick-up, and manufacturing, warehousing and logistical operations that support retail...
Downtown business campaign goes live
The Morgan Hill Downtown Association has launched a fundraising campaign for downtown businesses struggling during the Covid-19 outbreak.
Nurses’ unions charge county with unfair labor practices
Two unions representing nurses and other essential employees of Santa Clara County jointly filed a claim accusing the county of unfair labor practices that left them insufficiently protected against Covid-19.
Chamber petition asks county to reopen economy
The Morgan Hill Chamber of Commerce, “frustrated and disheartened” with prolonged stay-at-home orders and their impact on local businesses, has begun circulating a petition asking county officials to begin reopening the economy.
Filings show sample of Morgan Hill layoffs
Specialized Bicycle Components laid off 63 employees on April 21, state filings show, as businesses across the country fight to stay alive during a pandemic-induced shutdown.
Prado Foundation continues to help community
Even though Cecelia’s Closet and Food Pantry has temporarily closed its office and distribution facility in north Morgan Hill due to the Covid-19 public health crisis, the nonprofit’s leader continues to help families in need from her home with the help of volunteers and generous donors.
Boosters sell yard signs for graduates
Supporters of Live Oak and Sobrato High Schools’ 2020 graduates have been busy selling yard signs for proud parents to let their neighbors know their senior is about to graduate.
School district readies live-stream graduation plans
Morgan Hill Unified School District announced this week that the Class of 2020 is heading in the virtual direction for its high school graduation ceremonies.
Former cop accused of lying to purchase firearm
A former San Mateo Police officer who lives in Morgan Hill faces more than four years in prison for trying to obtain a firearm while he is charged with a previous felony offense, according to authorities.
