County Office of Ed offers support to families in need during holidays
In the spirit of the holiday season, staff from the Santa Clara County Office of Education’s Migrant Education department once again coordinated the adoption of several families in need this year, according to a press release from SCCOE.More than 15 families served by the Migrant Education program were adopted by staff from the SCCOE’s Educational Services and Business Services branches and the Alternative Education, Environmental Education and Migrant Education departments.“We really do make a difference in the lives of families,” said Veronica Ramos, SCCOE Director of Migrant Education. “Through the incredible efforts of our staff we are able to make the dreams of a few families come true and give them a holiday that they wouldn’t have had otherwise.”The families adopted by Migrant Education are receiving clothing items, donations of food, gifts and grocery gift cards, and all items have been delivered to the families throughout the week, according to SCCOE staff.SCCOE staff also contributed more than 280 toys to the SCCOE’s annual toy drive, benefiting children served by the Head Start, Foster Youth Services and Migrant Education programs.“While the holidays have traditionally provided an opportunity to highlight the needs of vulnerable individuals in our community, the reality is that throughout the entire year many of our children and families go without even the most basic of necessities,” said Jon R. Gundry, County Superintendent of Schools. “I hope that the dedication of the County Office staff to reaching out and supporting the families and children in our programs inspires others to make a small charitable contribution or extend a helping hand to those in need.”
UPDATED: Missing teen returns home
A 14-year-old girl who had been missing since Christmas Eve has returned to her home in Salinas, according to Salinas police.
Police blotter: Stalking, rape, carrying a concealed weapon
The Gilroy Police Department made arrests for a variety of crimes over the past week, including battery on a police officer, assault with a deadly weapon, rape, stalking and possession of a controlled substance for sale. Arrests were recorded in the GPD blotter between Dec. 12 through 28. All suspects remain innocent until proven guilty, and an appearance in the arrest log does not signify guilt for the listed crime/s.
Traffic signal wait times need checked
The lights at the intersection of 10th and Arroyo Circle next to Best Buy take a long time to switch. You sit there for a while and no cars are coming from the west. Can you see if this can be looked at?
Athletes of the Week: Dec. 26
Each week we will recognize one area male and female athlete for their performances. This week's are:
Two families share one unusual birthday
Anyone who has encountered the Quintero and Contreras families in Hollister know they have a story to tell. Bernadette Lucas-Burch, a small vibrant lady, is the keeper of the family history and shared hers with a twinkle in her eye and smile on her lips.
Adopt Ernest
Ernest is a 6-year-old boxer who is very sweet, quiet and relaxed. He is also housetrained and good with children. He would be best as an only pet, as he is not good with cats. He is available for adoption at the San Martin Animal Shelter and would love to find his forever home. For more information, call (408) 686-3900.
