‘Environmental justice’ is new law
Gov. Gavin Newsom signed AB 1628, authored by Assemblymember Robert Rivas (D-Hollister) to ease pollution costs for communities.
“I am thrilled that Gov. Newsom has signed AB 1628 into law, a critical step toward achieving environmental justice for communities that too often bear a disproportionate...
Mushroom boom leads ag
Mushrooms became Santa Clara County’s top crop in 2018, capping off a successful year for the fleshy fungi whose local value exceeded $82 million.
On the flip side, a rough year for cherries caused the county’s overall crop value to drop by 6.7 percent to...
Sheriff adds security to Pumpkin Park
The Morgan Hill Pumpkin Park at Uesugi Farms celebrated its opening weekend Sept. 28-29 welcoming thousands of visitors to the fall fun season.
County opens office of Gender-Based Violence Prevention
Santa Clara County this week established the Office of Gender-Based Violence Prevention, a move that will amplify local efforts to address sexual assault, domestic violence and human trafficking, according to county staff.
Downtown Taste
Another Taste of Morgan Hill is in the books, as thousands of visitors and residents enjoyed shopping, eating, dancing and socializing at the two-day food and art festival in downtown Morgan Hill Sept. 27 and 28.
Residents can now text 911 in emergency
Santa Clara County residents in need of emergency police, fire or medical services can now send a text to 911 to request a response.
Volunteers clean Coyote Creek
Saturday, Sept. 21 was California Coastal Cleanup Day in Santa Clara County, and it included the creeks and rivers that flow to the coast, including Coyote Creek.
MH teen earns Eagle Scout rank
Morgan Hill resident Sam Koldewyn achieved the rank of Eagle Scout after improving a crumbling, unsafe paver patio at Oakwood School.
Youth urge climate change action
Local students, activists and public officials descended on Morgan Hill City Hall the afternoon of Sept. 20 to raise awareness of climate change and encourage others—including government officials—to take action for a healthier environment.
County warns of ‘fake pills’ with deadly fentanyl
Local public safety and health authorities are advising residents of an increase in fentanyl overdoses in Santa Clara County, and the growing presence of counterfeit pain pills that contain the powerful opioid.