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Economic slowdown hits building contractors
Building industry ups and downs serve as important economic indicators
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General contractor Vern Easthouse has had three-plus years of good, steady income. But the market is changing. Residential building permits in Santa Clara County are dropping in number. According to the Construction Industry Research Board, last year's first quarter permits totaled 632. This year's totaled 453--and the houses Easthouse is currently building are not selling.
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News
Memorial held for murdered LGHS alumna
Body of former Los Gatos resident Heather Nicole Pereira-Merchant were recently found in Watsonville.
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Loophole in rent-control law allows increase at local complex
Ownership change leads to rent increases at the Riviera Terrace of Los Gatos apartments.
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Town updates hillside development guidelines
Architectural Standards Committee seeks to streamline process.
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Business
Black Sea Gallery brings Mediterranean-style decor to Los Gatos
Home furnishing store features exotic imported items.
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Around Town
Local author writes about gardening and spirituality
Los Gatan Diane Dreher releases her sixth book, 'Inner Gardening: Four Seasons of Cultivating the Soil and the Spirit.'
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Taste
La Hacienda Restaurant features food, dancing and classic cars
Historic restaurant offers Italian cuisine.
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