Almaden Resident
Cover Story
Photograph by Vicki Thompson
Dome Effects: Mike Foster, the Green Buildings coordinator for the city of San Jose, shows the inside of the city hall rotunda, which was built with 'green' in mind. Windows to maximize available light and radiant heating both conserve electricity.
Shades of Green
Once a leader in environmentally friendly building places, SJ has fallen behind
By Sarah Holcomb
SJ environmentalists push for more 'earth-friendly' buildings, policie.more >>
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News
Candidates say more culture in downtown SJ benefits everyone
Five San Jose mayoral candidates took the stage on April 10 at a debate where the arts was the star.
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Immigrant rights march in San Jose draws 25,000 flag-waving protesters
The rally and march on April 10 in support of immigrant rights, with a plethora of American flags.
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SJ explores ways to deal with housing dilemma
City asks for input on future housing, homeless programs.
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Other News
- Inquiring minds want to know about 35 blacked out items
- Holocaust survivors tell stories so others remember and won't repeat
Special Features
Your guide to local cultural & charitable events
A weekly update on arts & society
Letters & Opinions
Gardening
Community
- Longtime Almaden barber O'Brien brings his clippers to another shop
- Almaden Lake Park still a favorite for angler with a little time to fish
Education
- Professionals share experiences, tips during Leland's Career Day
- DiSalvo: Try a slogan for our time: 'It's the teacher, stupid'
Columns
Sports
- Chargers rebound from loss with two wins
- Inactive Chargers lose a tough 2-0 softball decision to Cards
- Bells in two tourneys at the same time
- Lucas is breaking records on Leland volleyball court
- Mustangs in Santa Teresa finals
- Pioneer boys, girls rival Leland for division swimming crowns
