Gilroy Police blotter, Nov. 21-28, 2023
Two arrested on suspicion of burglarizing vehicles
Two men were arrested Nov. 22 after they reportedly went on a spree of early-morning vehicle burglaries.
Izaiah Barrera, 18, and Jose Lendechy Jr., 19, were arrested on suspicion of vehicle theft and burglary.
According to Gilroy Police, at about...
Cody Ahola commits to play football at the Air Force Academy
When Cody Ahola suffered a devastating injury a week before the season-opener in March, he was understandably melancholic. After all, the junior season for many high school athletes are key in the recruiting process.
“When I got injured, I thought it would put a halt...
Covid vaccinations lag for those on Medi-Cal
Low-income Californians enrolled in Medi-Cal have been vaccinated at far lower rates than the overall population in all 58 counties, according to state data.
The disparity reveals a strong economic divide between the vaccinated and unvaccinated throughout California.
About 45% of Medi-Cal enrollees eligible for the...
Two arrested in connection with Nov. 11 stabbing
The Gilroy Police Anti-Crime Team arrested two suspects and is looking for two others in connection with a Nov. 11 stabbing on First Street.
Gilroy events celebrate local veterans
A series of events are scheduled in November to honor local veterans.
The Veterans Day Ceremony, hosted by the VFW Post 6309, will be held Nov. 11 at 11:11am at the Gilroy Veterans Hall, 74 West Sixth St.
It’ll be followed by the Veterans Day Parade,...
Guest View: Building a safer, stronger Anderson Dam for future generations
When I think about Anderson Dam, I think about what it means for the people of Santa Clara County. It is not just a structure holding water, it is a lifeline for our families, businesses, farms and our future. That’s why the seismic retrofit...
South Valley Civic Theatre’s ‘Newsies Jr.’ ready to hit the stage
At a very young age, Maya King was a very shy child, so her mother decided to have her audition for a role in a “Little Mermaid” production.
King, then 5, landed the role of Flounder, the friendly fish who is always willing to help...
Landfill expansion faces opposition
Commissioner floats ballot measure idea for John Smith Road facility expansion
Coming off strong Mid-Cals showing, Gilroy High wrestlers gearing into peak form with postseason looming on horizon
For Moses Mirabal, it was personal.
Wrestling in the 138-pound title match in the Mid-Cals Classic tournament on Jan. 21, the Gilroy High junior was squaring off against an opponent from Oklahoma power Tuttle High. Just two-and-a-half weeks earlier, Mirabal lost a close match in...
Monterey/Luchessa to close at night for pipeline work
The Luchessa Avenue and Monterey Road intersection in Gilroy is scheduled to be closed from 7pm to 6am from Dec. 19-24.
Crews will begin water pipeline installation across Monterey Road from East Luchessa to West Luchessa avenues, as part of Valley Water’s project to enhance...
