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Planning Commission continues review of battery energy ordinance to August

Velazquez recall effort closes in on victory

San Juan Oaks Golf Club hosts USGA Amateur qualifier for second year

Eat, Drink, Savor: Uncle Jukie’s serves up Chicago’s finest

Luna Gallery explores portraits of former slaves

County board begins reviewing interim 2026-27 budget

Hollister Concerts launches first of five summer shows on June 20

Hollister council offers no guidance on budget woes

Locally offered scholarships brighten graduates' futures

Civil Grand Jury report finds Sheriff's Office still chronically understaffed

Anzar High School sends off Class of 2026

City trash rate increase being considered

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Campaigns apparently targeting challenged ballots in Velazquez recall race

'American Pachuco' documents life, work of Luis Valdez | BenitoLink

Tres Pinos Water District relinquishes water services to Sunnyslope Water

San Andreas holds Class of 2026 graduation

Mutton firefighters take on dry grass for summer

Hollister city manager’s use of own recruiting firm for city hiring raises concerns

Hollister High graduates more than 800 students in Class of 2026 | BenitoLink

San Benito County Library Summer Reading program starts June 8 | BenitoLink

Eat, Drink, Savor: A delicious trip to Hummus Heaven

San Benito County Arts Council holds Open Studios Art Tour | BenitoLink

Hwy 101 node owners pull out of federal lawsuit against county, Measure A | BenitoLink

Get your gravel on

Hollister High boys lacrosse turns corner with breakthrough season

Hollister council aims to engage youth on cycling safety in response to complaints | BenitoLink

Velazquez recall still a close call in latest primary election results | BenitoLink

Gavilan Spring Film Showcase honors several San Benito County college students | BenitoLink

Hollister High softball knocked off in CCS semis, still alive in postseason play

Eat, Drink, Savor: Greig’s Acres is the place to be

Readers flock to San Benito County book clubs | BenitoLink

Study: Hollister’s airport contributed $41 million to local economy in 2024

'How to Survive Being in a Shakespeare Play'

Hollister kicks off citywide road safety study

Hollister softball, baseball advance to semis

Robot farming company’s Shore Road project gets county OK | BenitoLink

BL Longform: The rediscovered history of Sgt. Gustav Brown

Eat, Drink, Savor: Experiencing Mexico in a cup of coffee

DreamPower Horsemanship receives grant from Native Daughters

Crashes on new Fourth Street median near Starbucks raise safety questions

Green Beret medic to host free Moral Injury Support Group

Kosmicki recall group sues county over rejected notice

Haybalers boys volleyball shows growth in first season under new coach

Incumbent state assembly, congressional candidates enjoy big financial edge

Student survey shows impact of Press-Tigious award winner’s program

Former employees file complaint against Hollister city manager

Coalition provides free vision care for students

County to repay Hollister $674,000 in ambulance fees

Eat, Drink, Savor: Triple El Lumpia brings Philippines to Hollister

Aromas-San Juan school board celebrates 48 reclassified students

Report proposes new fee schedule for San Juan services

Former city employee faces misdemeanor charges for alleged deletion of code enforcement records | BenitoLink

Family honors Roberto and Celia Cabrera with tree at Migrant Center

Rattlesnakes out and about

Q&A with Anzar High School Principal Angela Crawley

A lifelong fascination with the celestial

Christopher Ranch celebrates 70th anniversary

Wildfarmers eyes expansion, hopes to double in size

Eat, Drink, Savor: Jon Mansmith’s adventures with spices 

Hollister adopts new zoning map designating areas for development

unSCruz presents technicolor caravan of joy at Bolado Park

A day on the green

Gavilan College stages Luis Valdez’s ‘Bandido!’

Two environmental nonprofits sue Graniterock

Scores of Aromas-San Juan parents complete eight-week educational program

Hollister group raises concerns over potential animal service changes

Life after being a rodeo queen

Hollister blames operator for wastewater facility violations

San Benito Stage Company bringing ‘Alice in Wonderland Jr.’ to life

BenitoLink honors local residents, organizations for community contributions

Eat, Drink, Savor: Mansmith’s BBQ prepares for Rib Cookoff

Supervisors extend pause on energy storage projects

Hollister High’s Rock the Mock helps students practice job interviews

Beyond tolerance: the mental health of queer youth

Bulldog Gym boxer wins Central California Junior Olympics | BenitoLink

Beyond the Grid: Fireclay Tile saves energy costs with PG&E program | BenitoLink

On the RISE

Hapa Bros. gets OK for Hollister site

San Benito sheriff’s deputy charged with providing restricted rifle, ammo to minor

Candidates for major county races raise more than $100,000

San Juan City Council hears presentations on wastewater issues | BenitoLink

Press-Tigious Awards: Christy Sandoval and Cristal Gonzalez-Avila

Eat, Drink, Savor: Galloping into the Tres Pinos coffee scene

City manager: Hollister water overspent by $26 million in past decade, fix needed

Press-Tigious Awards: Raymond Martinez

Haybaler boys tennis clinches PCAL Mission Division title

Court ruling could impact Kosmicki recall attempt

Hollister High track and field defeats Palma as PCAL competition nears end

Q&A: Gavilan Community College President Pedro Avila

COG nixes Hwy 25 expressway expansion alternative

Through art, Eli Garcia shares creativity, inspiration

Conservation authority gets San Benito supervisors’ backing | BenitoLink

Earth Day actions to help environment

Maze students settle for pizza, bookstores after college field trip falls through

San Benito County Office of Education hosts Art Showcase

Eat, Drink, Savor: Healthy foods are Protein Papi specialty

Cultivating the next generation of ag leaders

Supervisors approve San Juan Oaks map

Local soccer player headed to international youth meet

COG to consider Caltrans call for axing Hwy 25 expressway alternative | BenitoLink

Balers softball builds identity through resilience, leadership

One killed in Shore Road fatal crash

Lawsuit challenging Amah Mutsun can proceed after judge rejects dismissal bid

Retired judge reflects on career at local bar association event

Judge: Recall against Supervisor Velazquez can move forward

Hollister High freshman Lopez leads team to league title, named co-MVP

Survey projects ‘significant’ shortage in San Benito health care providers | BenitoLink

Measure D to decide the future of cannabis farming in San Benito County | BenitoLink

Hollister musician Cody Chavez to play 2026 Coachella Festival | BenitoLink

Eat, Drink, Savor: Supreme Sushi shines in new location | BenitoLink

Hollister council dissolves besieged department after public outcry | BenitoLink

Gunfire at Hollister house party led to three arrests

Young Balers show growth as baseball season progresses

Town hall set on Hollister Prep middle schooler move

Elections under fire in connection with attempted recall of Supervisor Kosmicki

DHS: Suspect in Sunnyvale murder case arrested in Hollister entered U.S. illegally multiple times

Poppy Jasper film highlights Hollister printed circuit board manufacturer

2026 Primary Election Q&A: Recall of Supervisor Ignacio Velazquez

Candidates in eight races field questions at BenitoLink’s primary election forum

Eat, Drink, Savor: Sour Sweet Treats is a promise delivered

Anzar swimmers persevere against tough Soledad in home meet

HMPV reported among area residents, packs a punch

2026 Primary Election Q&A: District 4 Supervisor

Supervisors approve grant application for library expansion, social services

Beyond The Grid: Allium Solar project lives in the shadow of the Moss Landing fire

2026 Primary Election Q&A: District 3 Supervisor

State, Hollister reach settlement over late housing element

2026 Primary Election Q&A: Clerk-Recorder Registrar of Voters

Revised general plan moves to Hollister City Council

FoodBank to get nearly three tons of produce donated by local philanthropists

Eat, Drink, Savor: Serving classic chili straight from the firehouse

2026 Primary Election Candidate Q&A: San Benito County Superintendent of Schools

Residents aim again to recall Supervisor Kollin Kosmicki

2026 Primary Election: Auditor-Controller Q&A

Hollister plan tightens growth closer to town

Report: County planning for low-income housing falling short | BenitoLink

Dinner celebrates Individuals with Disabilities Education Act  | BenitoLink

2026 General Election Candidates Q&A: 29th Assembly District | BenitoLink

Court ruling backs euthanasia for dogs in cat killings

Supervisors hit pause on energy storage projects

New Jersey shooting and California ambush linked to one suspect

‘All Wars Veterans Appreciation Dinner’ to feature author Drew Webb

County third-graders take part in Farm Day at Bolado Park 

Special Olympics basketball gives that team feeling

Eat Drink Savor: The Burger Factory is Hollister’s not-so-hidden gem

Hollister takes up renaming street honoring Cesar Chavez

Supervisors gather community input for library expansion | BenitoLink

Sexual abuse allegations against Cesar Chavez prompt Hollister to discuss street named after him  | BenitoLink

Hollister reports meeting 8% of state's housing goals | BenitoLink

County builder’s remedy project proposes 149 units

BenitoLink to host Primary Election Forum

San Benito Stage Company moves to Gilroy for ‘Why Bump Off Barnaby?’ | BenitoLink

Federal cuts to food and health benefits to hit in April

Contractors attend Hollister workshop to voice frustrations

Eat, Drink, Savor: Hapa Bros. and the best chicken sandwich anywhere

Q&A with Aromas School Principal Heather Howell

BenitoLink to host first annual Press-Tigious Awards night

BL Special Report: Nonprofit says hospital’s charity program is little-known | BenitoLink

BL LONGFORM: When we lose community members to suicide | BenitoLink

County seeking state funds to expand library

Anzar High holds ‘Voices Summit’ for English learners

80 students and 34 community partners undergo ‘Anzar Shake’ 

Students take part in Hollister STEAM Expo

Sewer odors not new, according to longtime residents

Eat, Drink, Savor: The classic roadside appeal of Casa de Fruta

Fiber-optic cable installed throughout San Juan Bautista

Unofficial list of candidates for 2026 Primary Election

2 nonprofits surprised with $10K county grants

Dual Language Academy students protest against ICE, Trump

Senator Laird offers bill to ease impact of San Juan’s $258,000 fine

USPS clarifies postmark changes for San Benito County mail

Housing Element for San Juan Bautista accepted by the state

Rancho Quién Sabe: history, heritage- now corporate retreat

Health Care District considers raising bonus terms for its CEO

Food trucks are back! | BenitoLink

Riverview Regional Park moving forward

Every Aromas-San Juan student shines in art exhibition

Eat, Drink, Savor: Grand Opening for Hollister’s Phở Nhà restaurant 

Hill’s Bookstore marks first anniversary in Hollister

Beyond the Grid: The Self-Generation Incentive Program

Hollister High girls soccer postseason run ends in semis | BenitoLink

Hollister facing fines for wastewater facility violations | BenitoLink

Brass Tap does Family Comedy Night

Supervisors agree to ballot measure revising cannabis cultivation tax rate | BenitoLink

State accepts Hollister’s Housing Element

After shooting incident, sheriff blasts ‘defiant people’ in video

Hollister girls soccer moves to semis

Local filmmaker explores Chicano theatre in PBS short film

Supervisors to discuss reducing cannabis tax rate

VTA delays Hwy 152 re-route studies after San Benito County opposition

New hearing held for dogs previously ordered euthanized 

Eat, Drink, Savor: Cheung Sheng and the Long Victory

BL Special Report: Q&A with Planning Commissioner Peter Hernandez

Playoff season for Hollister High sports

Hollister council OKs 30% water bill increase—for now

BenitoLink talks journalism, jobs at Hollister Prep career fair

BL Special Report: Mountain lions, though protected, remain controversial

YMCA marks one-year anniversary at the Baler Aquatic Center

San Benito County asks court to dismiss federal lawsuit on Hwy 101 nodes

Hollister girls soccer team secures postseason spot

Sheriff’s Office moving to new radio system 

Special needs soccer team gearing up for 2026 season

65 Valentine’s Days and counting

Eat, Drink, Savor: El Sabor really does bring 'the flavor'

School agencies hold pre-K fair

BL Special Report: Montessori School site project latest to be delayed by city

Tests of city wells exceed state maximum for carcinogenic chromium-6

State expands audit of San Benito County finances

Hope Services helps foster inclusion, empowerment

Hazel Hawkins to host listening sessions on community health needs

American Red Cross blood drive held at Veterans Building

Organic indoor farming company eyes Shore Road site

Hollister releases updated draft Housing Element, addressing state comments

Supervisors to consider letter of support for Hwy 152 re-route project

Eat, Drink, Savor: Kneaded Comfort opens in time for Valentine’s Day

Supervisors resume plan to remodel old courthouse

Hollister boys soccer sits third in league, eyes postseason spot

BL Special Report: Local contractors, business owners air complaints to council

‘Neighbor from Hell’ turned best-selling author comes to Hollister

Hundreds run in Mission 10 Race

City officials request public health study as odor concerns persist in west Hollister

Ex-NASA astronaut shares his story at literacy summit

Supervisors OK $106K to continue homeless encampment clearing

Caltrans, Land Trust give update on Hwy 101 wildlife crossing

Beyond the Grid: Residential wind turbines, a local option?

Eat, Drink, Savor: Heidy’s adds Oaxacan flair to brunch

R.O Hardin shows heart and how to BE KIND

New modular classrooms arrive at San Juan School

County conducts biannual homeless Point-in-Time Count

Born to be a farmer

Supervisors approve $11 million for road repairs, environmental projects

San Benito High School District proposes 1,000 housing units on Best Road

Office of Education gives away books, blankets

Former Hollister officials seek state scrutiny of county housing plan

Sotelo launches reelection bid for supervisor

Velazquez hosts town hall amid recall effort

Supervisors appoint Griffin as ag commissioner

Eat, Drink, Savor: Looking back over the years of eating, drinking, savoring

County transportation agency receives $173K from state

County transportation agency receives $173K from state

Hollister City Council delays vote on water rate increase

San Juan Bautista passes housing element 

Court date for two dogs accused of killing cats continued again

BL Special Report: Ag still cornerstone of San Benito economy, but manufacturing is largest employer | BenitoLink

Running with a mission

Supervisors prepare to spend more than $20 million on roads

Watsonville workshop brings creatives together from six counties

Anzar High girls basketball gets needed victory

Hollister High students protest against ICE

Eat, Drink, Savor: Thee Vaché Society celebrates 30th anniversary

BL Special Report: Gray wolves migration back into state, expansion

BL Special Report: Gray wolves return to California raises increasing concerns among ranchers

5 local nonprofits have record fundraising season

Zanger becomes Board of Supervisors’ chair

Gavilan College's Hollister Campus to mark first year in operation

Hollister High boys soccer begins league play with sights on another playoff run | BenitoLink

Q&A with San Juan Bautista City Planner Arielle Goodspeed

Baler wrestlers defeat Monterey in home dual meet

Supervisors to elect new chair for 2026

New team, and some early success for Hollister boys basketball

Meridian Village housing project moves to environmental phase

Kratom warning issued by county opioid task force

Eat, Drink, Savor: Kai’s Ohana a lot more than just shave ice

County officials say homeless encampments have increased in areas not yet cleared

Wine trail visitor center, commercial hub proposed near Cienega Road

San Juan Bautista Planning Commission passes new Housing Element

Court hearing over fate of two ‘dangerous dogs’ postponed to Jan. 21

Audit of 2021-22 city finance report finds ongoing accounting deficiencies

Q&A with new Community Foundation CEO Cassandra Kartashov

Hollister city council appoints new top administrator

Local auto racer earns spot in professional circuit

Hollister City Council to consider new city manager candidate

Superior Court to decide fate of two dogs in deadly cat attack

Eat, Drink, Savor: Inaka Fusion, not your standard sushi shop

Despite opening loss, Anzar High School Hawks aim to improve

New California Laws for 2026

Local hemp grower who sued county says winning appeal too late to cultivate crop

Top stories of 2025

The final cut: Hollister barber Frank Chavez to retire at 94

‘Builder’s remedy’ single-family homes project proposed off Sunnyslope Road

Hollister reaches settlement on infamous Ladd Lane, Southside Road project

Tree falls on house, trailer damaged during big Christmastime storms

Eat, Drink, Savor: 2025, the year in wining, dining, and giant potatoes

BL Special Report: Hollister homeowner still unable to occupy home five years after fire

Supervisors OK stakeholder committee to review ag changes

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