The need to read, plus Internet speed: New research reveals what young library-goers want
Library usage and expectations for library services by Americans ages 16 to 29 differ dramatically from older library patrons, according to a recent report by the Pew Research Center's Internet & American Life Project.
UPDATED: 10-year-old autistic child missing in Gilroy located
Brenden Hartsock, a 10-year-old autistic child who went missing Friday evening, was eventually located at 9:50 p.m., according to Gilroy Police Sgt. Pedro Espinoza.
Gilroy Chamber approves board member candidates
The Gilroy Chamber of Commerce approved four candidates for their board during their Oct. 16 board meeting: David Matuszak, director of the Santa Clara County Regional Occupational Program, Mark Turner, associate pastor at South Valley Community Church, Gina Lopez, State Farm insurance agent, and Cheryl Ellemberg, founder of ABD Promotions.Â
2024 law makes opiate antagonists more widely available, liability free
As California tackles its fentanyl crisis, two new laws will be taking effect in January that will make drugs that reverse the effects of opioid overdoses easier to access in certain places and update the so-called good Samaritan law to include those who administer...
Registrar: Ballots are in the mail for Nov. 5 election
Ballots and other information contained in the Santa Clara County vote-by-mail packet will be sent to more than 1.04 million local voters starting this week, according to election officials. The packets for the Nov. 5 general election are being mailed to every active registered...
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