Religion: Ramadan: A season to reflect and be generous
This Saturday, April 2, Muslims will begin our month-long daytime fasting. Fasting in its infinite variations is practiced by many faiths, East and West. For Muslims, Ramadan goes beyond fasting; it is a season to be generous and forgiving.
It is said that the Gate...
Letters: Immigrants are essential
US culture enriched by immigrants
The Statue of Liberty has been welcoming immigrants for many years. In CA our economy and way of living depend on field workers many of whom are immigrants.
Our culture has been enriched by the new foods, music, art and life...
Letter: No more RV parks in San Martin
New and expanded RV parks are not what South County needs or wants near our homes and in open space. In the unincorporated areas of South County, most of the areas are zoned Rural Residential (RR), which means you may build a new home...
Guest view: Valley Water moves closer to lowering Anderson Reservoir
By John Varela
Early next month, Valley Water will take a significant step toward fixing Anderson Dam so it can safely withstand a large earthquake.
The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission ordered Valley Water to begin lowering water levels in Anderson Reservoir starting Oct. 1. This effort...
Letter: Tell the whole truth about school bonds
The front page article in the Jan. 29 edition of a local publication, “Bond will fix and upgrade schools, facilities for the next 30 years” tells the truth, but not the whole truth.
Guest view: Wear masks properly
Not wearing a mask properly is like double dipping your chip at a party. Double dipping is not cool and neither is wearing a mask improperly.
