Trade Routes The Panama Canal, with its unique location at the narrowest point between the Atlantic and Pacific oceans, has had a far- reaching effect on world economic and commercial developments throughout most of this century.
Benoit murdered his wife and son on June 22, 2007, and hanged himself two days later. Research suggests depression and brain damage from numerous concussions are likely contributing factors leading to the crime.
Tribute to the Late Supervisor - John J. Benoit. On December 26, members of the Board of Supervisors lost a colleague and friend, and Riverside County residents lost a man who had served them for almost 50 years.