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North 40 developer shrinks commercial plan, delays 100% affordable building
When Noa Sklar, a Los Gatos resident of 28 years, stepped up to the microphone to give public comment during a special meeting about the 450-unit North 40 Phase 2 development, her comments represented the evolution of thought about the project over the years...
Ducks cause noise disturbance; suspicious person reported at St. Luke’s; mountain bike stolen (Police Blotter, Oct. 19-25)
Sunday, Oct. 19
A flock of ducks were once again the subject of a noise disturbance. At 5:50pm, continuous quacking on Reservoir Road occurred despite previous written warnings.
Four juvenile disturbances were reported throughout the day, all of which involved electric bicycles.
Monday, Oct. 20
At 11:31am, a...
Mountain fire injury
On Sunday, firefighters with Cal Fire CZU, Santa Clara County Fire Department and the Scotts Valley Fire Department joined Loma Prieta Company 36 volunteers to respond to a structure fire on Old Santa Cruz Highway.
“They successfully contained the fire to a single detached building,”...
Jewelry stolen, vandalism and public intoxication (Police Blotter, Oct. 12-18)
Sunday, Oct. 12
An ongoing parking violation has been occurring at the intersection of Victory Lane and West Main Street. A gold Honda Accord has been occupying two spots, instead of one.
At 4:14pm, an individual was reported for public intoxication at the Walgreens on North...
Officers, civilians honored for crime-fighting efforts
Radio Chatter: “Unit 2-4, respond Code 3—to the scene of the crime…luncheon...10-20 is Addison-Penzak JCC...There are many suspects, most well-dressed. A few uniforms. Everyone looks guilty—ETA 11am…An APB has been issued for Jonathan Knowles. Cuffs may be needed as this is a Hot Call!...
Protesters line both sides of Los Gatos Boulevard for “No Kings” rallies
More than 600 people headed down to Los Gatos Boulevard on Saturday afternoon, to join in nationwide “No Kings” demonstrations that drew millions across the United States.
The crowd gathered outside the Tesla dealership near Lark Avenue, waving handmade signs and chanting as cars passed...
Candidate for Assessor’s Office decries $266,000 mailer from Santa Clara County during Measure A campaign
“Due to the federal Medi-Cal cuts, our County-run hospitals and clinics are at risk of closure.”
“Under the leadership of the Board of Supervisors, we are fighting to preserve and protect our critical services.”
These boldface words from Santa Clara County executive James R. Williams greeted...
POLICE BLOTTER (Oct. 5 – Oct. 11)
Sunday, Oct. 5
Following the previous day’s three burglaries, two more occurred on Sunday.
At 4:46 pm, a residence on Westhill Drive was broken into while the reporting person was on vacation. The back door was smashed and it is still unknown what was taken from...
Despite push to require a vegetarian menu item, RH expansion in Los Gatos approved unanimously
On Oct. 7, Council unanimously approved a project from the interior design and food & beverage service company RH that will reshape Old Town, giving new life to spaces that once held Gap, Steamers Grillhouse and others. Topics discussed during the public hearing included...
Highschoolers filing for nonprofit status for organization teaching at-risk youth practical skills
Samay Sikri is the sort of West San Jose 17-year-old who likes to walk his labradoodle and is looking forward to the endless possibilities that come with the approaching end of high school.
But, alongside friend Arnav Kodavati from Monte Sereno (who was still 16...
