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The Old Grandview Ranch, a 25-acre estate in the hills of Saratoga, is being called by some 'Hearst Castle North.' Dr. W. Donald Head (left), with the help of contractor Ron Woodrum, is transforming the grounds into an amazing 'garden.'
Dr. W. Donald Head is creating a castle in the Saratoga foothills
By Mary Gottschalk
What's going on up at Old Grandview Ranch, the 25-acre Saratoga estate of W. Donald Head?  More
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Lot size Hillside access College finances
Responding to firm opposition by residents, the Saratoga Planning Commission voted unanimously against decreasing the minimum lot size of 11 residential parcels.  More After receiving criticism for dragging its feet in negotiations for a proposed access road, the Montalvo Association is taking steps to foster better communication.  More The topic was nothing new for the West Valley­Mission Community College District—finances.  More
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Dr. W. Donald Head is creating a castle in the Saratoga foothills
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