Saratoga News | 0448 | December 1, 2004

December 1, 2004 Saratoga, California Since 1955

Photograph by Sean Penello

Following the lighting of the city's Christmas tree, crowds were treated to something new this year—live music was added to the ceremonies. Flying Without Instruments, an a capella ensemble from the San Francisco area, entertained the audience with traditional holiday tunes.

The Big Basin Way

By Jennifer McBride

Saratoga has its own unique way of beginning the holiday season. More



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Minimum service	Urgency ordinance	Patrick James

Ever since it was founded, Saratoga has been called a minimum services city. But what exactly is a minimum services city? More	The city of Saratoga scrambled to pass an interim urgency ordinance at a special meeting on Nov. 22. More	It's the only business in the Saratoga Village where one can buy a shirt, a tie or a jacket. More



	The Big Basin Way: Saratoga begins the holiday season


	City council to determine what minimum service really means Council passes interim urgency ordinance in a special meeting There's no place like these local homes for the holidays Patrick James will close its Saratoga doors Saratoga exploring plan for solar electric systems in city buildings Sheriff's Report


	Letters Editorial: Limit campaign spending—enough is more than enough Columnist: Dick Sparrer Cartoon: DeCinzo




	Columnist: Tony Tomeo


	Columnist: Andrea Dorey


	Perkins on Real Estate The Real Deal Home sales and property listings Drummond wins Realtor of the Year honors


	Dramatic escape leads Do to the U.S. Obituaries


	Saratoga Sampler Stereopticon


	Cara Finn: Simply Da Vine


	Belomy, Olsen win league hockey honors Warriors beat Palo Alto, headed to CCS title game Falcons sting Hornets, advance in playoffs



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