Gilroy Police drafting military equipment policy
The Gilroy Police Department, along with other law enforcement agencies throughout the state, must seek approval from the city council any time it plans to purchase items deemed to be “military equipment,” under a law signed by Gov. Gavin Newsom in September.
Assembly Bill 481...
New wheels for watershed steward
For years, Monica Garcia has roughed it along the Pajaro River watershed in her motorized wheelchair, where she’s helped volunteers clean up the ever-constant garbage left behind by those with no concern for the environment.
Garcia, who is battling lupus, must use the wheelchair to...
PHOTOS: Gilroy’s inaugural La Ofrenda Festival
Downtown Gilroy was filled with colorful marigolds, somber remembrances to those who have passed and traditional performances during the inaugural La Ofrenda Festival on Oct. 28. The event, which celebrates the Mexican holiday of Dia de los Muertos, took place on Monterey Street between...
Gilroy Gardens’ 20th season delayed
Gilroy Gardens’ 20th anniversary season is on hold due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
In a March 20 statement, president and board chair Greg Edgar said park officials intend to open Gilroy Gardens “mid-May or possibly thereafter.”
“We believe this is in the best interest of our...
Gilroy Garlic Festival 2019 Queen
The third time was definitely a charm for proud Gilroy native Kiley Kuwada, who is already enjoying the special moments since being crowned the Garlic Queen of the 41st annual Gilroy Garlic Festival back in May.
For the Christopher High School alumna (class of 2016)...
Local Scene: Support youth soccer in Gilroy
For Gilroy children, soccer is more than just a game—it’s a chance to grow, learn and belong. Gavilan United Football Club (GUFC), founded by Jorge Vargas, launched last summer with a simple mission: to make soccer accessible to every child, completely free of charge.
In...
Police blotter, Aug. 16-22, 2021: Stolen vehicles and burglaries
Aug. 16
• Police responded to a report of an assault on the 9400 block of No Name Uno at 2am.
• A vehicle was stolen on the 200 block of Farrell Avenue and first block of Fourth Street.
• Vandalism was reported on the 7500 block...
State Parks recommends grant for Gilroy trail
State Parks has recommended that the Federal Highway Administration’s Recreation Trails grant program (RTP) spend $6.7 million for seven local non-motorized trail projects in California, says a press release from state parks.
In Santa Clara County, the City of Gilroy would be able to use...
Teams, coaches hopeful for fall
As if high school football coaches weren’t busy enough, another layer was added to their duties when the coronavirus pandemic hit. When fall sports teams were allowed to start summer conditioning workout sessions on June 22, it marked the beginning of a new era...
Local Scene: Trinidad graduates from university
Trinidad receives degree
Cyndilyn Irene Trinidad, of Gilroy, earned a Bachelor of Science degree from Central Methodist University at the May 11 commencement ceremony.
Earthquake shakes South Bay
A 3.2 magnitude earthquake struck Santa Clara County on June 15, according to the U.S. Geological Survey. The quake...






















