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Saratoga Fire Dept. rescues lost teens

Saratoga Fire Department officials responded to a hiking trip gone awry Aug. 17.

Department officials said three teenagers, all believed to be San Jose residents, were hiking high up on Bohlman Road. "It got dark, and they got disoriented," Capt. Bill Morrison said, adding that the lack of streetlights made it hard for the teenagers to find their way.

According to Morrison, the trio began calling for help--and attracted the attention of a neighborhood dog. When the dog's owner came out to investigate, he heard the teens and called authorities.

Morrison said the department received the call at 10:14 p.m. "It took about two hours to get them out," he said.

All three teens were reported to be in good condition.

Saratoga Lions pick a Lion of the Year

The Saratoga Lions Club recently named Saratoga resident Bob Louden as Lion of the Year for 1997-98. In The Foothills Echo, the club's September newsletter, Louden--who is also the publication's editor--wrote he was "suitably overwhelmed" by the surprise announcement by former Saratoga Lions president Marlene Duffin.

Commission will consider antenna

The Saratoga Planning Commission at its next meeting will consider an application from Cellularone to place cellular phone equipment at West Valley College. The meeting is scheduled for Wednesday, Sept. 9, at 7:30 p.m. in the City Council Chambers, located at 13777 Fruitvale Ave.

The company has applied to install not only a cell phone antenna but also a microwave dish and a structure for other equipment at the theater arts building of the community college. Details and plans for the application are available at the Saratoga Community Development Department Monday through Friday, from 8 a.m to 5 p.m.

Council returns after vacation

After a two-week hiatus, the Saratoga City Council returns to business this Wednesday, Sept. 2, at 7:30 p.m. The council meets in the City Council Chambers, located in the Civic Theater at 13777 Fruitvale Ave.

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