Santa Clara County animal shelter urges public to adopt dogs
Nova the Bulldog mix is a playful 7-year-old girl who loves to roll around on the grass and explore her surroundings.
But she’s been homeless for six months, and despite the regular walks around town, Nova spends most of her time in a corner room...
Lacrosse: Gilroy’s Perales earns national ‘Coach of the Year’ award
USA Lacrosse recently awarded national “Coach of the Year” awards to individuals in states and regions. One of only four of the awards in California went to Gilroy High’s Celeste Perales.
In the spring of 2025, Perales guided her Mustangs to a solid and competitive...
Gilroy extends Hecker Pass proposal deadline
The City of Gilroy extended the deadline for developers to submit their proposal for a recreational-based project along Hecker Pass Highway.
The deadline, previously set for Jan. 19, is now Feb. 12.
City Administrator Jimmy Forbis said officials adjusted the deadline because of the timing over...
Tim Pierleoni takes over as Gilroy High’s new football coach and athletic director
In a move that has caught many off guard, Tim Pierleoni has left Christopher High to become the new athletic director and football coach at Gilroy High. Pierleoni, 58, had been Christopher’s only head football coach since the program’s inception 12 years ago. A...
Woman who sought to rescue stray cats charged with animal cruelty in Morgan Hill
A Morgan Hill woman who has been active in local volunteer animal fostering and rescue efforts over the years is charged with felony animal cruelty after police found more than a dozen dead or neglected cats in her home last summer, according to authorities.
Ava...
Man shot, killed in Morgan Hill
A man was shot and killed on Tennant Avenue the morning of Nov. 20, and police have arrested a suspect who is in custody, according to Morgan Hill Police.
The Morgan Hill Police Department responded to a report of a shooting about 7:11am Nov. 20...
Second annual MOHI Festival showcases top local talent
Chef Charlie Palmer is so bullish on Morgan Hill, he chose it as the site of the forthcoming Appellation Hotel, a partnership he is undertaking with local entrepreneur Frank Leal. Set for completion in early 2026, the hotel will extend the reach of Appellation...
Officials: Be safe this Fourth of July
Fire agencies throughout Santa Clara County remind residents that fireworks are illegal, dangerous and can result in fires and injuries that are easily preventable.
Fines will be issued to anyone using, possessing, storing or selling illegal fireworks.
Santa Clara County’s “social host” fireworks ordinance holds property...
Gilroy resident joins select group for WWII program
Nathaniel Yokota recently returned from what he described as a life-changing experience.
The 12-year-old Gilroy resident was selected as one of seven in the United States to go to Europe this past fall with an international children’s program called Bridge to History.
The program for preteen...
Local Scene: Pumpkin painting, Dia de los Muertos
Pumpkin painting, art market on tap
6th Street Studios and Art Center, 64 West Sixth St., is hosting a pumpkin painting event on Oct. 31 from 3-4pm.
Pumpkins and paint will be provided.
All ages are welcome, with the event geared toward children ages 3-12. Admission is...























