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Team registration for the Super Showdown IX Texas Hold 'Em tournament is now open at the Gilroy Recreation Department, 7351 Rosanna Street. 

Friends and family of the Gilroy man severely injured in a motorcycle vs. vehicle accident Jan. 6 have set up a public fundraising campaign to help pay for the rising medical costs of Andrew Burgess, 59.

The Garlic Festival Association is once again putting out the call for local young woman who think they have what it takes to be the shining ambassador for Gilroy’s world-renown extravaganza dedicated to the stinking rose.

Rebekah Children’s Services under new leadership

The “realities of modern healthcare” have forced South County’s largest healthcare facility to its knees, as the nonprofit organization that runs Saint Louise Regional Hospital this week announced its intent to sell their entire health system, according to the parent organization’s spokespeople.

A group of Gilroy volunteers are on their way to securing South County’s first year-round, overnight homeless shelter, thanks to a $25,000 grant and another matching grant for up to an additional $25,000 from the philanthropic Sobrato Family Foundation.

As the postmaster for the Gilroy Post Office for nearly 20 years, Penny Yates was treasured by her colleagues for treating everyone with respect – regardless of their stature.

Last season, Trinity Christian beat Oakwood on three separate occasions. On Thursday, Oakwood got to return the favor.

Bryan Byrne received a long-awaited call Dec. 17 that caused him to fall out of his wheelchair – literally.

2013 was an exciting year for local sports in Gilroy.