Police investigate fourth arson fire
GILROY
– City police say a stolen car found burning Friday evening near
Gavilan College was lit deliberately, making it the fourth
suspected arson fire in an eight-day period in Gilroy and San
Martin.
Police investigate fourth arson fire
GILROY – City police say a stolen car found burning Friday evening near Gavilan College was lit deliberately, making it the fourth suspected arson fire in an eight-day period in Gilroy and San Martin.
Police found the 1995 Pontiac Grand Am at 6:43 p.m. on Miller Avenue’s southern extension at Thomas Road, just south of Santa Teresa Boulevard. Police later determined it had been reported stolen from Salinas.
A gas can was found in the back seat of the car.
Police have no suspects at this time.
Shoot ’em Cowboys
GILROY – The Gilroy Range Riders Cowboy Mounted Shooters are holding practice on Saturday, Jan. 3, at the Horse Discovery Center located at 2440 Dryden Road, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Details: go to www.gilroyrangeriders.com.
Garlicky Poetry
GILROY – The Garlicky Group of Poets will hold their monthly poetry reading on Saturday, Jan. 10, at 3:30 p.m., in the meeting room of the Gilroy Public Library, located at the corner of Rosanna and Sixth streets. Participation is free and open to the public. Details: Ed at 779-499.
Find a Furry Friend
MORGAN HILL – Friends of San Martin Animal Shelter (FOSMAS) will hold a pet adoption fair on Saturday and Sunday, Jan. 3 and 4, from noon to 5 p.m., at Petco, located at the corner of Tennant Avenue and Monterey Street. More than 200 animal companions are in need of a loving home. Details: 686-3900.
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