Saratoga News | January 17, 2001

January 17, 2001

Saratoga, California Since 1955


Code Blue Exodus of doctors reaches epidemic proportions
Local residents are experiencing the repercussions of overwhelmed medical practices and a growing shortage of doctors in Silicon Valley. The shortage is not the result of all the people moving in. The shortage is happening because the doctors are getting out. More


News Prospect High School gymnasium Principal Rita Matthews has proposed that the city of Saratoga contribute funding for the gym project and in return, the gym could be used as a community facility. More	News Lt. Ernie Smedlund Veteran officer Smedlund recently became second-in-command at the Westside Substation. More	News Energy rate hikes The recent energy crisis and rate hikes threaten the stability of school and city budgets. More

Business Business Person Award Jean and Carl Orr, the co-owners of Colour Shoppe Draperies and Interiors, were chosen to share the Chamber of Commerce's 2000 Outstanding Business Person Award. More	Gardening Gardening classes Classes give gardeners the chance to learn about proper care and pruning of trees and plants through hands-on participation. More	Dining Crêpe Danielle French crêperie offers gourmet dinner and dessert fare. More



	The valley and the state face a critical shortage of doctors

	News Briefs Prospect High School asks Saratoga to help fund the building of a new school gym Schools, city search for ways to cope with increases in energy rates Lt. Ernie Smedlund begins work at Westside Substation New interim planning director, Irwin Kaplan, brings a wealth of experience to his position Photos: Rainy day traffic jam & citizens learn about the county fire department Sheriff's Report

	Letters

	Campus Notes Saratoga Education Foundation grant will help pay for new teachers' salaries

	The Real Deal Silicon Valley Association of Realtors president Jeff Barnett will focus on technology Real estate board names new officers Home Sales Listings

	Village Briefs Aegis Gallery presents eclectic 'Out of our Element' exhibit Three South Bay authors bring their message to annual AAUW lunch Saratoga Rotary seeks artwork for its annual art show Family Daze

	Jean and Carl Orr to share Chamber's Business Person Award

	Point of View Saratoga Sampler

	Gardening classes teach about plant and tree care and pruning

	Crêpe Danielle offers Saratogans an array of gourmet crêpes

	Sports Briefs High school basketball 12th Annual Jim Root Wrestling Classic Photo: Redwood Middle School Girls Basketball Team

	Lectures, readings, auditions, sports & recreation,announcements, theater & arts, kids' stuff, clubs, public meetings...

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