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Washington Open Elementary Performs Seussical the Musical

Washington Open Elementary Performs Seussical the Musical

Melissa McKenzie

February 20, 2013

While most elementary schools put on school plays in small, cramped cafeterias, Santa Clara’ s Washington Open Elementary School utilizes…

Why Comic Books Matter

Why Comic Books Matter

Melissa McKenzie

February 20, 2013

Superman, Batman, and Wonder Woman are world saviors. Their stories, much like the story of Gilgamesh, Dionysus, and other deities,…

Wii on Wheels Wow, for Kaiser Permanente Santa Clara Pediatric Patients

Wii on Wheels Wow, for Kaiser Permanente Santa Clara Pediatric Patients

Admin

February 20, 2013

Eleven-year-old Richard Bess, of San Jose, a patient at Kaiser Permanente Santa Clara’s hospital, was helping Northwestern Mutual Insurance executive…

What’s On? How About a Day Off!

Bob Goldman

February 20, 2013

I ask you — what do you have in common with Ferris Bueller? I tell you — you both need…

Chargers Avoid Shutout with Late Goal

Chargers Avoid Shutout with Late Goal

Ryan Rainbolt

February 20, 2013

With the temperature dropping to 46 degrees on February 8, the 4-12-4 Wilcox Chargers girls’ soccer team was ready to…

Around Town: Coffee, Pastry and Mac Repair

Around Town: Coffee, Pastry and Mac Repair

Carolyn Schuk

February 13, 2013

As they say, what’s old is new. And this year’s new old thing among the coffee cognoscenti is “pour over”…

County RDA Clawbacks Spark Criticism from Bill Wilson Center

Carolyn Schuk

February 13, 2013

It’s not only local government and development insiders who are dismayed by the county money grab unleashed by the clawback…

Cupertino High Helps SVACA

Cupertino High Helps SVACA

Melissa McKenzie

February 13, 2013

When Cupertino High School’s Future Business Leaders of America chose a community service project for this year, Chapter Project Officer…

Late Penalty Causes Bruins to Fall to Eagles

Late Penalty Causes Bruins to Fall to Eagles

Ryan Rainbolt

February 13, 2013

On the afternoon of February 1, the Santa Clara Bruins boys’ soccer team looked to build upon their season’s success…

Lookingback

Admin

February 13, 2013

100 Years Ago (Santa Clara News Feb. 4, 1913): *Town Trustees Ordinance will Create Office of Fire Marshal to Regulate…

Argo / Rated R for language, smoking and violence

Karl Scott

February 13, 2013

With the Oscar folks getting ready for their annual TV show awarding each other for their efforts, it’s time to…

Saddle Rack Idol

Saddle Rack Idol

Admin

February 13, 2013

Former Miss Santa Clara’s Outstanding Teen 2008 and Miss Santa Clara 2010 Melissa Bowling won “Saddle Rack Idol” on January…

Shotokan Spirit in Santa Clara

Shotokan Spirit in Santa Clara

Admin

February 13, 2013

Mastering martial arts is a never-ending, learning journey of body, mind, and spirit. Many spend decades striving for improvement and…

Sports, Health and Wellness Expo Mobbed by YMCA

Sports, Health and Wellness Expo Mobbed by YMCA

Melissa McKenzie

February 13, 2013

Those attending the Sports, Health and Wellness Expo at the Santa Clara Convention Center on January 26 were surprised when…

Stadium Continues Moving Forward – Green Features Announced More Founding Partners Announced

Stadium Continues Moving Forward – Green Features Announced More Founding Partners Announced

Robert Haugh

February 13, 2013

The 49ers’ new stadium in Santa Clara is making waves in nearly every way imaginable. Sustainable Features Highlighted By Partnership…

Thanks For the Memories…

Thanks For the Memories…

Carolyn Schuk

February 13, 2013

On January 28 Retro Dome fans bid a tearful farewell to the quirky theater, where for the last four years…

Move It Or Lose It

Bob Goldman

February 13, 2013

I don’t know about you, but I don’t like to read articles about health. Sure, you will get tips on…

Santa Clara Girl and Best-Selling Novelist Amy Tan Inspires SCU Audience

Santa Clara Girl and Best-Selling Novelist Amy Tan Inspires SCU Audience

Diane Andrews

February 6, 2013

“I’m the girl from Santa Clara,” says best-selling writer Amy Tan, the second presenter in the 2012-2013 Santa Clara University…

Talented Santa Clarans Compete for Coveted Prize Money

Talented Santa Clarans Compete for Coveted Prize Money

Melissa McKenzie

February 6, 2013

From singers and musicians to thespians and dancers, Santa Clara is home to undeniable talent. On January 26, the city…

Don’t Just Do Something. Sit There.

Bob Goldman

February 6, 2013

If you want to know what’s doing in the world of business, it’s not doing anything. That’s right! Today’s hot…