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New 75-unit affordable housing community planned for Milpitas

A 75-unit affordable housing community is coming to Milpitas, at 1397 California Circle.  A Waterford Property Community project, the undertaking is being financed by way...

17-year-old Sanaah Pande’s nonprofit has provided $100,000 in free dental care to veterans

When Sanaah Pande was in 8th grade, she interviewed a 100-year-old veteran named Rafael Garcia. He told her that, while serving in the Navy,...

Voltaire Montemayor launches sixth campaign for Milpitas mayor

Voltaire Montemayor announced his sixth run for Milpitas mayor this upcoming election cycle, competing with incumbent Mayor Carmen Montano, City Councilmember Hon Lien, and...

New Japanese-style dessert cafe opens in Milpitas’ McCarthy Ranch

Located in Milpitas’ McCarthy Ranch area, Crepe Shibuya is a new Japanese-style dessert shop, featuring a variety of crepes, drinks, and ice creams. Crepe...

Milpitas High student creates nonprofit to reduce local food waste and save backyard produce

Aanya Pradip has always been interested in finding ways to use technology for social good. That’s why, at 17 years old, she started her...

Bodhi Meditation Silicon Valley to host Wellness Festival in Milpitas

Written by: Bodhi Meditation Silicon Valley USA The Milpitas Beat is a media sponsor for the Wellness Festival.     Bodhi Meditation Silicon Valley will host its...

Milpitas family seeks answers after TikTok door-kick prank causes damage

A Milpitas family recently became the victims of a viral TikTok prank.  Called the “door-kick challenge,” the prank consists of people, generally kids and teenagers,...

From $1 to market rate: City of Milpitas considers major rent increase for food pantry

After paying around $1 in rent for the past 11 years, the Milpitas Food Pantry might have to start paying market rate.  The Milpitas Food...

Milpitas Unified School District accused of retaliation after Pomeroy principal’s demotion

This past March, Nichol Klein, who served as principal of Marshall Pomeroy Elementary School for nine years, was demoted by the Milpitas Unified School...

Seema Kanani is running for Milpitas City Council

Seema Kanani has entered the race for Milpitas City Council.  Although she’s a newcomer to the Milpitas political scene, Kanani is no stranger when it...

Milpitas High’s NJROTC recognized as Distinguished Unit for 2026 after major turnaround

The Navy Junior Reserve Officers Training Corps (NJROTC) unit at Milpitas High School has been designated Distinguished Unit for 2026 by the Naval Service...

Young Milpitas siblings publish epic Iceland-inspired fantasy novel

Young Milpitas authors and siblings Nyssa (10) and Atharv (13) Bagotra have written and published their first book, “Maya Brooks and the Land of...

George Loughborough, owner of Huntford Printing & Graphics, dies at 88

George Hunt Loughborough August 19, 1937 - May 12, 2026  George Hunt Loughborough has passed away at the age of 88.  He was the owner and president...

Willie Hopkins is appointed city manager of Milpitas

This past Tuesday evening, the Milpitas City Council voted unanimously to appoint Willie Hopkins as Milpitas’ next city manager.  “I am grateful for the confidence...

Kiwanis Turnaround Scholarship program gives Bay Area students a second chance

Last week, on May 14, the Kiwanis Clubs of Division 12 hosted the Garden of Hope Turnaround Scholarship Benefit at The Ranch at Silver...

Milpitas resident transforms yard into rose garden oasis

When Ashley Truong and her family first moved into their home on Carnegie Drive in 2022, the yard was completely empty. The side of...

Built to last: Milpitas recognizes small businesses that have been thriving for 40+ years

It’s National Small Business Week, a time when the contributions of entrepreneurs and small business owners across the country are celebrated.  On Tuesday, May 5,...

Milpitas Bike Week kicks off with daily events

Written by: Joseph Ehardt, Docent from the Milpitas Historical Society The City of Milpitas has created a special program for the week of May 3rd...

CASL experience transforms Milpitas students into statewide leaders

Since 1996, the California Association of Student Leaders (CASL) has been providing students with opportunities to grow and enhance their leadership skills.  During the past...

Big Dog Vineyards to host free acoustic concert with Jim Stevens & Friends

Big Dog Vineyards in Milpitas will host Jim Stevens & Friends in a concert of acoustic music on Saturday, May 2 from 1pm to...

Breaking fast, building bridges: Milpitas Mosque hosts annual Iftar

True to a long-standing tradition rooted in hospitality and service, the Silicon Valley chapter of the Ahmadiyya Muslim Community in Milpitas once again opened...

Hundreds gather in Milpitas for anti-Trump No Kings rally

On Saturday, March 28, millions of people gathered at No Kings rallies around the country to demonstrate against President Donald Trump.  In Milpitas, several hundred...

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