(In response to “Los Gatos man must face trial on charges of murder, false imprisonment”)
Thank you, Drew, for your diligent reporting and for keeping this case in the public eye.
May Dawn (Yingying Yu) rest in peace, and may justice be done.
Shannon
—via LosGatan.com
Article sends reader down memory lane
(Posted on “Discover LOST Gatos: A toast to the historic novitiate winery”)
I was born in Los Gatos 65 years ago, and I still remember a beautiful big house that was made entirely out of river rock.
The property had a stone wall around it and stairs that led up to a shaded porch. It was set far back from the street and the yard was filled with tall conifers and many rows of finely pruned and lovingly cared for red rose bushes.
I loved that big house, which was nestled behind its tall dark green trees and its well cared roses. There were other stone houses, but this one was on a large parcel behind very old trees, and, to me as a little girl, it seemed secret and quiet.
Does anyone have a picture of this old house? I think it was on Santa Cruz Avenue, but I am not certain as I was a very young child.
S. Ingrid West
—via LosGatan.com
Thanks for beer fest support
As Chairperson for KCAT TV’s OktoberFest LG, I want to thank our community for making this year’s fundraiser such a success. Your support and enthusiasm turned OktoberFest LG into more than just a cultural festival—it became a true celebration of Los Gatos spirit.
This event could not have happened without our 60+ dedicated volunteers, whose energy and commitment brought every detail to life, as well the generosity of our sponsors and in-kind partners who stood beside us.
Because of your support, KCAT will continue to expand educational media services, offer camp scholarships, and deliver high-quality programming to give voice to hundreds of youths and teens through year-round programs.
On behalf of KCAT TV, thank you to everyone for supporting OktoberFest LG to help keep community media strong and vital for generations.
Joanne Stypula Talesfore
—via email
Readers respond to RH development
(About “RH project heads to Council with strong hand” by Drew Penner)
Love this project!
Dana Henderson
—via Facebook
Hopefully RH brings back their previous styles of rustic reclaimed wood and less of their plastic-looking furniture they transitioned to.
Brian Dean
—via Facebook
Seeing promise in new venue
(About Faizi Samadani’s feature about Lexington Hills Estate & Winery)
Thank you for this article; it is very educational.
We live in such a wonderful part of the universe. And while many will never be able to afford to live in this manner, it’s lovely to see someone beautify a piece of our ‘scape—and create a way we can engage with it.
I imagine the most incredible perk to living there will be the amazing birds, waterfowl and animals that will visit. I hope Alexa has cameras to capture it and lots of bird feeders.
I’ve been looking for a special venue that serves both sides of the hill for a very special event I’d like to do in the future. It would attract thousands.
This setting very much mirrors Tuscany.
Cindy Meitle
—via LosGatan.com
Sharing rural zoning headaches
(In response to “Santa Clara County looking at overhauling rural zoning.”)
It would be a lot easier to understand what the county is trying to do if they actually released their edits. This environmental impact report reads like a marketing document, long on self-flattery and short on details. And the details matter for those of us who live on rural land and do rural things.
It’s ludicrous to have a public comment period for a document that’s not public.
Right now, if I want to grow and sell fresh produce, it’s “by right,” meaning I’m allowed to do it no matter what. Once the changes go through, I would need to get “non-discretionary” approval, which sounds similar at first, but then you realize that they can withhold that approval for any random code violation.
So, if the previous property owner installed a barn that is one foot too tall, or didn’t get their swimming pool from 1972 inspected, suddenly you can’t sell your carrots until you make costly upgrades.
Doug T
—via LosGatan.com
Thank you for covering this important issue. It’s crucial that we remember the victims and seek justice. Your work helps keep their memories alive. Let’s hope for a fair outcome for all involved.
Thank you for the coverage on this case. It’s important for the community to remember the victims and seek justice. Your reporting makes a difference!