The City of Sunnyvale is proud to announce it has earned the coveted Prohousing Designation from California Governor Newsom and the Department of Housing and Community Development (HCD). The designation recognizes the City’s efforts to implement policies that go above and beyond state housing law to facilitate housing production. Sunnyvale is one of only 65 … Read more
On Aug. 16, the Triton Museum of Art debuted “Shifting Terrain,” a show featuring local artist Mark Engel. The show will run through Jan. 4, 2026. Engel is a South Bay Area-based artist and arts educator whose work focuses heavily on portrayals of dramatic figures in animated movement with vivid color palettes. The purpose of … Read more
Santa Clara Unified announces its policy to serve nutritious meals every school day under the National School Lunch Program and School Breakfast Program. Breakfasts and lunches will be served free of charge every school day, but Santa Clara Unified is still required to make eligibility determinations for free and reduced-price meals. Effective July 1, 2025 … Read more
Santa Clara County Fire chiefs are encouraging community members to enjoy professional fireworks displays to avoid potential injuries and fires this 4th of July. “Fireworks are not just a nuisance—they are a serious fire hazard. All it takes is a single spark landing on a roof, in dry brush, or near flammable materials to ignite … Read more
The Santa Clara Valley Transportation Authority (VTA) was informed today that members of Amalgamated Transit Union (ATU) Local 265 have voted to accept the agency’s latest contract offer, concluding a months-long negotiation process. The ratification vote took place on June 3, 2025. The agreement includes wage increases of 4%, 3.5%, 3%, and 4% over a … Read more
Zoom Room, the nation’s fastest growing and highest-rated dog training franchise, is set to celebrate the grand opening of its newest facility in Santa Clara, CA on May 24. Located at 3544 La Rambla Ave, the new facility will serve as a modern dog training and socialization gym for pet owners in Silicon Valley. Zoom … Read more
For the second year, more than $750,000 in funding is available to community organizations working to help create vibrant, equitable, and walkable neighborhoods near public transit, known as Transit-Oriented Communities (TOC). Throughout May, VTA is offering special workshops to help applicants pursue the funding. VTA’s 2025 Transit-Oriented Communities Grant Program is seeking proposals from public agencies, charities, universities, … Read more
The Bay Area Air District (BAAD) has fined subsidiaries of Kinder Morgan, Inc. $226,990 for air quality violations at fuel terminals in Richmond and San Jose. According to a news release from April 23, the fine addresses eight violations issued to the company in 2022 and 2023. Fuel terminals are large storage and distribution facilities … Read more
The County of Santa Clara officially assumed ownership and operation of Regional Medical Center (RMC) on April 1, 2025. The venerable East San José hospital is now a part of Santa Clara Valley Healthcare (SCVH), which operates the County’s public hospital system and provides access to high-quality care across the valley. The County purchased RMC … Read more
The Triton Museum of Art is thrilled to present Unlimited Imagination (May 3 – Aug. 10, 2025) by Gabriel Coke and his students. Gabriel Coke, a fine artist who has honed his craft at art ateliers around the globe, currently operates an atelier in downtown Saratoga. Passionate about teaching and nurturing artistic talent, Coke is … Read more