City swears in new mayor and vice mayor

Sandra James, Richard Lowenthal take on new positions

The city swore in its new mayor, Sandra James, and vice mayor, Richard Lowenthal, in front of a full house in the council chambers at city hall on Nov. 14. The city council unanimously elected James mayor and Lowenthal vice mayor, with each abstaining from their respective elections. James says her goals will include involving more young people in municipal government and promoting school and government interaction.   More

News

Library committee votes on new library plan

The library steering committee approves site between old library and city hall.
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Community

California Youth Symphony opens its season

Young musicians perform difficult pieces by Ravel and Mendelssohn at De Anza College's Flint Center.
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Gardening

Fallen leaves require the proper rake

Rakes are among the many garden tools that are designed for specific purposes and landscape conditions.
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Two suspects sought after carjacking involving use of pepper spray

Mark W. Mayfield: Time for a Thanksgiving lesson

Local author Catherine Salton creates holiday stories for her family

Sports Briefs

Gelblum in CCS singles tourney

Local teams lose in CCS polo playoffs