Santa Maria Joint Union High School District announces new superintendent
After an eight-month search, Dr. Antonio Garcia has been chosen to lead the Santa Maria Joint Union High School District on…
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Salvation Army could cut services due to financial struggles
The Salvation Army in Santa Maria is concerned about service cuts if fund raising efforts don’t…
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Injured hiker rescued on Bishop Peak
One hiker was injured on Bishop Peak Sunday afternoon. Cal Fire of San Luis Obispo, San Luis Obispo County Fire Department and other agencies…
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Foodbank of Santa Barbara County fills up at Empty Bowls fundraiser
Barry Liker wants to help end hunger alongside the many neighbors and friends who came to support the Foodbank Santa Barbara County at the Empty…
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U.S. Department of Labor Agricultural Employment Initiative recovers $422,152 for southern and central California workers
The U.S. Department of Labor’s Wage and Hour Division recently concluded an agricultural employment focused educational and enforcement initiatives…
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Two people hospitalized with major injuries following motorcycle crash
Major injuries were reported following a crash involving two motorcyclists and one car. The Santa Barbara County Fire Department said it…
Continue ReadingHundreds attend Salute to Vets to support local men, women who preserve our freedom
For seven years, the Santa Barbara Veterans Foundation has been supporting local men and women who preserve our freedom. “We live in the most…
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City of Santa Maria to celebrate completion of $900,000 road project
The City of Santa Maria will celebrate the completion of traffic improvements in the Enos Ranch area. Crews have spent the last few months working on…
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Santa Maria residents speak out on police arrest video at city council meeting
Santa Maria residents complained to the city council Tuesday about excessive police force used in a recent…
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California Highway Patrol officers crack down on drowsy drivers as sunset comes one hour earlier
California Highway Patrol officers in Santa Maria are reminding people about the dangers of driving while…
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Toyota of Santa Maria donates $5,000 to Hancock Promise
Allan Hancock College received a special donation to help local students attend classes tuition…
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Communities throughout Santa Barbara celebrate Day of the Dead
Millions of people around the world are celebrating Day of the Dead.…
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Hundreds in Santa Barbara participate in nationwide effort to end Alzheimer’s
Hundreds participate in Walk to End Alzheimer’s…
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Santa Maria Fire and Police Departments conduct active shooter training
The Santa Maria Fire Department participated in an active shooter training in Lompoc…
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New developments in Buellton California Highway Patrol speed enforcement
In light of continued concerns about drivers speeding on Highway 154, CHP officers conducted not one, but two saturation patrols on Highway 154 on…
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Pismo Beach community reacts to AMGEN Tour cancellation
The Central Coast has been a home to the Amgen Tour of California Cycling Road…
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Patricia Martellotti
Patricia Martellotti is a reporter for KCOY 12 Central Coast News…
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