A cadre of thieves sieged a Sunnyvale jewelry store, using a car to smash through the door and hammers to shatter display cases before absconding with a treasure trove of jewelry. On June 29 at 2:45 p.m., thieves drove a stolen silver Lexus GS350 through the front doors of Manisha Jewelers, 1053 E. El Camino … Read more
I am seeking some help. I am confused on how to get access to particular resources that are being afforded to others, therefore, I am extending a formal request to have access to the special resources your group offers. How do I get on the list so that I can circumvent due process and take … Read more
The following is a calendar of events happening this 4th of July weekend near Santa Clara and Sunnyvale. Want to share an event to be featured? Please email the details to info@svvoice.com for consideration. Friday, July 4 – Happy 4th of July! Rose, White and Blue Parade and Festival — 9:45 a.m. – 2 p.m., … Read more
A Sunnyvale man was one of three Bay Area residents arrested for allegedly bilking the federal healthcare system of millions of dollars. According to federal prosecutors, Sevendik Huseynov, a 47-year-old national of Azerbaijan who lived in Sunnyvale, was arrested on June 26. Federal prosecutors say he operated Vonyes, Inc. and submitted more than 7,200 claims … 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 Bay Area Air Quality Management District (BAAD) is expanding its vehicle buy-back program to encourage the removal of higher-polluting vehicles from the road by increasing the buy-back amount to $2,000, an increase of $500. Beginning on July 1, vehicles that are model year 2000 and older can qualify, the Air District said. “The Vehicle … Read more
A 17-story San Jose housing development initially slated to be built on the Santa Clara border has failed to gain traction. Earlier this month, the San Jose City Council unanimously blocked the construction of 135 apartments and 15,000 sq. ft. of commercial retail space planned for 826 N. Winchester Blvd. in San Jose. The development, … Read more
Tuesday, June 24’s Little League game between Santa Clara Briarwood and Campbell started out just like any other game. Tremendous pitching from Campbell Little League’s ace kept Briarwood’s bats quiet for the first few innings, but the team from Santa Clara would display its defensive prowess to keep the score within reach. Shortstop Jaiden Stewart … Read more
This year, California Gov. Gavin Newsom issued an executive order temporarily suspending California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) provisions to expedite rebuilding after the Southern California wildfires. This may be a prelude to broader CEQA reform, something that many have asked for over the 50 years since Gov. Ronald Reagan signed the environmental law. Over the … Read more
I grew up in the 1960’s in Santa Clara and my memories of that time are vivid and full of wonder. It was such fun to play on our lawn of clover, and so interesting to see the bees buzzing among the blossoms of cherry, pear, plum, and prune trees in the orchard just across … Read more