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   November 13, 2002     Saratoga, California Since 1955
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Rick Amaro has been working on Saratoga's street maintenance crew for 51/2 years.
Streets of Saratoga maintained by one small crew
By Sandy Sims
In addition to handling routine jobs like installing signs and painting lines, Saratoga's street maintenance crew has faced down dangers ranging from wild winter storms to a truck full of burning garbage—all in the name of keeping city streets safe.  More
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Fire station plans New city council WVMCCD trustees
The city council heeded the calls of many in the community Nov. 6 by reversing the planning commission's rejection last month of the Saratoga Fire District's plans to build a new station.  More Nick Streit, Kathleen King and Norman Kline, who swept the Saratoga City Council election as a slate, are already preparing for their terms in office.  More With the Nov. 5 elections over, Jeff Schwartz, Jack Lucas and Kevin Moore are preparing for their roles as trustees of the West Valley-Mission Community College District.  More
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Diwali celebration Photography exhibit Follmar wins
Pragati Grover's two sons are being raised in Saratoga, but she doesn't want them to forget their Indian heritage—that was part of the reason she decided to visit Argonaut Elementary on Nov. 5 to teach students about the Indian holiday of Diwali.  More As the title of his exhibit at Aegis Gallery indicates, the photography of Tom Keenan is an exploration—of nature, people and universes.  More Saratoga sophomore Alicia Follmar was a star at the Santa Clara Valley Athletic League De Anza Division cross country finals, running 19:15.1 to claim the girls varsity title.  More
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Streets of Saratoga maintained by one small crew
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City council approves fire station plans

New city council members go right to work

Board, award, holidays keeping Chamber busy

Newcomers Lucas, Moore join Schwartz as trustees

Saratoga City Council votes

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Sparrer: Politicos call on the home phone for support

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Berries and trees produce stirring autumn colors

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Statistics show condo sales are booming

Determining the right time to buy or sell a home

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Photographic exploration is exhibit's theme

Argonaut students celebrate Diwali

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Classic American comfort food, drinks are staples at The Diner

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Follmar is league cross country champione

Warriors, Falcons both win despite slippery conditions

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