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  April 24, 2002    Campbell, California  Since 1999

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    Matt Witter


    Matt Witter

    Prospect High School senior overcomes disability with hard work and a positive attitude


    Matt Witter has confronted more challenges in his 18 years than most adults will face in their lifetime, so he's approaching his most recent obstacle--raising $4,000 by May 1 for a once-in-a-lifetime trip--the only way he knows how--with tenacity. Witter was diagnosed with a brain tumor at age 2. An operation successfully removed the tumor but caused a stroke, leaving Witter with limited use of his right leg, no use of his right arm and hand and no peripheral vision in his right eye. But for the next 16 years, Witter would set out to prove he was just another boy--one who happened to have a physical disability.   More

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    Dorcich Fruit Stand

    The Dorcich family fruit stand on Quito Road will be open for one last season, after which it will make way for an 'upscale housing' development.
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    Skate Park

    The Campbell Skate Park, the only free public skate park for youth in the South Bay, will be temporarily closed starting this summer as it is moved to its permanent location.
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    Internet Access

    Campbell's lack of quality, high-speed Internet access has prompted numerous inquires and complaints to the mayor's office.
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Prospect student Matt Witter overcomes disability with hard work and a positive attitude

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Campbell's lack of quality high-speed Internet access prompts complaints to mayor's office

Skate park to close temporarily while it is moved to permanent location

Dorcich fruit stand to stay open for one last season

VTA says San Tomas - Hamilton intersection overly congested

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