Vaccine not always necessary
Q: Our neighbor told us that there is a dog flu going around the area now. He says there is a vaccine that we should get for our dog. I called our vet and they told us that we didn't really need to worry. Can you tell us whether or not we should have our dog vaccinated?
Naked windows? Cover them up beautifully
Do you have naked windows? Or a view that needs framing? Sun in you face when you're trying to sleep? The right window treatment can dress your windows, be a focal point in your design, solve problems and increase the energy efficiency of your home.
New homes are back
Almost everywhere you look, formally littered lots as well as vacant parcels are being developed into new homes. As we drive around Morgan Hill there is everything from low-income senior apartments to luxury homes and everything in between.
Holidays are just around the corner …
I know, it's not even Halloween yet! I get as annoyed as the next guy when I see Christmas showing up in the stores before Labor Day; however, I felt this was a timely message as many of you are about to begin the annual holiday shopping expedition!
Church welcomes new pastor
In July, members and friends of the Hollister United Methodist Church (521 Monterey St., Hollister) welcomed the Rev. Martha Milk.
‘Na Lei Hula’
Founded in 1985 by director/kumu hula Patrick Makuakane and his company of 40 dancers, it’s known for its unique contemporary style called hula mua, or “hula that evolves.” The style blends traditional movements with non-Hawaiian music like opera, electronic, dance, alternative and pop. Both hula mua and authentic, traditional pieces are showcased in the company's visually captivating stage presentation.
‘The Wizard Of Oz’: An old story retold
This “Wizard Of Oz” comes to us via London and Canada.
NHL: Sharks best Flames 6-3, improve to 7-0-1
SAN JOSE – Brent Burns scored the first goal for the San Jose Sharks Saturday night 59 seconds into action in a 6-3 victory over the visiting Calgary Flames. The forward can expect to spend more time than that on Nov. 1 when he receives a haircut and shave for charity.
St. Mary School participates in Great California ShakeOut Earthquake Drill
St. Mary School students dropped and took cover at 10:17 a.m. Thursday, October 17 as part of the school's participation in the Great California ShakeOut earthquake drill. St. Mary School thanks the Gilroy Fire Department for their help with this drill, which comes on the day of the 24th anniversary of the Loma Prieta earthquake.
Rules you must follow to survive Halloween
As we all know, the season of ghosts and goblins is upon us. For many of us (and by that I mean me) the season is filled with horrors that are unimaginable - and I'm not just talking about leftover candy. Mainly because in my house, there's no such thing as leftover candy.