Latest NewsCommunityHoliday Decorations Contest Nomination Deadline is NearAdmin November 30, 2011Nominations for the annual Holiday Outdoor Decorations Contest will be accepted from Nov. 28 through Dec. 7. Decorate the exterior… CommunityHomeless for the Holidays in the Santa Clara ValleyDiane Andrews November 30, 2011On any given night in Santa Clara County, 7,045 people are homeless according to a 2011 Santa Clara County Homeless…Public SafetyLocal Resident Victim of Credit Card Theft and Elder AbuseCynthia Cheng November 30, 2011Earlier this year, Christy Kinney was recovering from surgery when she received a bill in the mail for a credit…OpinionJ. Edgar / Rated R for sex, bad words and explosionsKarl Scott November 30, 2011J. Edgar is Clint Eastwood’s annual bid for more Oscars. He has won for Unforgiven and Million Dollar Baby. His…OpinionTower Heist / Rated PG-13 for language and minor violence.Karl Scott November 23, 2011Tower Heist opened in theaters on November 4th. One national theater chain declined to book the film because the studio… BusinessCommunityRecovery Store Offers HopeCynthia Cheng November 23, 2011“We never intended to open a recovery store-it just happened,” says Angie Bottorff, a co-owner of All About Recovery, a… CommunitySanta Clara Arts Walk Celebrates 5 Years and $45K for Local Arts GroupsCarolyn Schuk November 23, 2011The sun was shining both literally and figuratively on the Arts Walk Santa Clara last month when 50 walkers raised… Arts & EntertainmentCommunitySanta Clara Soprano Nancy Wait Kromm Celebrates the Human Spirit in SongCarolyn Schuk November 23, 2011Soprano Nancy Wait Kromm is known for her engaging performances of new and interesting music. Her debut in November of… CommunitySeniors, Kids, and Families Up for Holiday AdoptionDiane Andrews November 23, 2011Brighten the holiday season for yourself and others by adopting a senior, a foster child, or a family in need…. Arts & EntertainmentSilver Anniversary for Santa Clara PlayersCarolyn Schuk November 23, 2011In 1962, an enterprising group of theater lovers, sponsored by the Santa Clara Parks and Recreation Department, put on a… CommunitySkiers-Boarders Convene at Convention CenterMelissa McKenzie November 23, 2011Thousands of winter sports enthusiasts descended upon the Santa Clara Convention Center November 12 and 13 for the annual Ski…OpinionHR Director Tells AllBob Goldman November 23, 2011I don’t believe in reincarnation, but just in case it’s true, let me go on record. I want to come…OpinionCLASS NOTES – Understanding the Meaning of ThanksgivingMargaret Lavin November 23, 2011People often inquire about my ability to work with middle school children citing their often unpredictable, narcissistic and unruly behavior…. City PoliticsCouncil Discussion of El Camino Residential Project Illustrates Policy ChallengesCarolyn Schuk November 23, 2011During elections we love to toss around hot air-filled slogans like “affordable housing,” “green building,” and “transit-oriented development.” But few… CommunityGetting to Know Santa Clara VanguardLarry Sacks November 23, 2011Winners. Undefeated. First place. World Title. Read over the history of the Santa Clara Vanguard, and these words are repeated… CommunityDowntown San Jose Festivities for the Family over Thanksgiving WeekendDiane Andrews November 23, 2011Make a trip to downtown San Jose for Thanksgiving weekend festivities the whole family can enjoy. The 39-year-old Harvest Festival,… City PoliticsHow I Balanced the California BudgetCarolyn Schuk November 23, 2011More than a few of us have said – or thought – that surely we could do better than California’s… BusinessHow to Score as a Small Business OwnerDiane Andrews November 23, 2011If you’re wondering what it takes to start a small business in the Bay Area or need expert advice on… CommunityLoraine’s Century CelebrationAdmin November 23, 2011Loraine Gruen celebrated her 100th birthday with her usual Joie de Vivre. Born November 11, 1911, Loraine’s unquenchable spirit has…City Politics49ers Stadium Development Agreement, Preliminary Financing Review at Dec. 6 Council MeetingCarolyn Schuk November 16, 2011Come New Year’s Day 2012, the 49ers stadium project will start moving ahead at a notably faster pace. So, despite… 1 … 443 444 445 446 447 448 449 … 473
