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April 21, 2026

Rivas leads effort to combat growing retail theft problem

Nearly four months after forming a bipartisan select committee and two hearings later, Assembly Speaker Robert Rivas announced legislation Feb. 15 to combat shoplifting and organized retail theft—just beating a legislative deadline to introduce new bills. The Hollister Democrat joined Democratic Assemblymembers Rick Zbur of...

Party City opens in Morgan Hill

Party City announces the grand opening of its Morgan Hill store at 1007 Cochrane Road in Cochrane Commons, Morgan Hill. The new Party City store is located near Target and features a newly designed store layout. The store opening takes place at an opportune time as residents embrace the loving holiday spirit. Party City encourages surprising loved ones in a special way this Valentine’s Day with an assortment of affordable ideas. Simply elegant red heart balloons and romantic balloon bouquets ensure love is in the air for couples looking to show love for that special someone. Teachers and families can purchase an array of favors, exchange cards, decorations and tableware needed for classroom parties and other gatherings. Party City is open Monday through Wednesday 9:30 a.m. to 8:30 p.m., Thursday and Friday 9:30 a.m. to 9 p.m., Saturday 8:30 a.m. to 8:30 p.m. and Sunday 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. For more information, visit PartyCity.com.

Advanced Waterproofing and Tile-Setting, Inc. Profile

location: 6650 Brem Lane, Unit G.

Edward Jones ranks highest in satisfaction

For the sixth year out of the past eight, financial-services firm Edward Jones ranks highest in investor satisfaction with full-service brokerage firms, according to the J.D. Power and Associates 2012 Full Service Investor Satisfaction Study. The study measures overall investor satisfaction with full-service investment firms based on seven factors: investment advisor; investment performance; account information; account offerings; commissions and fees; website and problem resolution. Edward Jones also received high marks in the "Account Information" category, an important factor in the study. Edward Jones' overall score climbed 15 points over last year, highest among the 14 largest firms rated, as well as 28 points above the industry average. The 2012 Full-Service Investor Satisfaction Study is based on responses from 4,378 investors who primarily invest with one of the 14 firms included in the study. The study was fielded in February 2012.

ST Dental adds new hires

Santa Teresa Dental has added Shelia Lopez and Jennifer

Council could delay 5-Day Furniture decision

GILROY - The Gilroy City Council will consider the following

Retirement Confidence Level

How confident are you about your retirement savings? That might seem like a difficult question to answer. Maybe a better question is – do you own your home? If your answer is no, you're not alone. Retirement-age homeowners are more likely than ever to carry mortgage debt. According to a USA Today analysis of census data, more than 28 percent of homeowners age 65 or older owe on their homes. That might not seem like an outrageous percentage, but when compared to about 21 percent in 1990 and about 19 percent in 1980, the trend is obvious.

Indian returns to South Valley

Indian Motorcycle of Hollister will celebrate its grand opening April 11-12 at the new showroom located at 411 San Felipe Road. The Indian Motorcycle factory demo truck will be onsite both days giving motorcycling enthusiasts the opportunity to ride the new 2014 Indian Chief line-up. Also as part of the grand opening celebration Branscombe Richmond from the TV-series Renegade and Sturgis Motorcycle Hall of Fame Inductee will make a special appearance all the way from the Aloha state for the two-day long celebration. There will also be plenty of music, food, beverages and giveaways to keep the party rolling. Demo rides are free and open to all licensed riders with a valid motorcycle endorsement. Details: Christie Obata at (408) 842-8244.

Business Brief: Shaffer completes specialized course

Kathleen Shaffer, realtor with Intero Real Estate Services, has

Business Briefs: Consultants attend financial conference

Kristi Ellington, a local independent financial consultant, and

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