Editorial: ‘Yes, Virginia, There Is A Santa Claus’
The following editorial appeared in The New York Sun on Sept. 21, 1897 in response to a Letter To The Editor by 8-year-old Virginia O’Hanlon.
Dear Editor,
I am 8 years old. Some of my little friends say that there is no Santa Claus. Papa says...
Washington artist showing work at Gallery 1202
Gallery 1202, 7363 Monterey St., is presenting “Through the Limpet Ring,” a solo show by Laurie Barmore.
This exhibition showcases all new works created from the past year by Barmore, a Washington-based artist. She draws inspiration from the beaches of a nearby inlet of the...
Letter: Hats off to Jeff Garcia
Once again Jeff Garcia has returned to mentor the kids of Gilroy. Recently, with the help of many volunteers, Jeff and his team were able to put together a football camp for boys and girls. Gilroy youth of all ages enjoyed two days of...
Gilroy man arrested for arson, robbery
Gilroy Police arrested a man July 7 for reportedly setting fire to a business on First Street, but say they are still searching for another suspect who ignited multiple dumpsters throughout the city.
Chase Harlow, 26, of Gilroy, was arrested at about 4pm after investigators...
Local Scene: Election results certified; low-income healthcare enrollment drops
Gutierrez named to dean’s list
Valeria Gutierrez, of Gilroy, made the fall 2023 dean's list at the University of Puget Sound for achieving at least a 3.7 grade-point average, completing all of their enrolled courses without withdrawals, and having no incomplete grades.
Low-income healthcare enrollment drops
Low-income...
Letter: Standing up for your rights poses dilemma
Since Jan. 20, I have searched for information that could help people who are vulnerable to ICE questioning or worse—detention. Why? Because I have a permanent tan myself—one I used to be grateful for and now one that leads me to worry.
We know now...
Angel saves black cat from pole perch
A nearly week-long saga of a black cat perched precariously on the top of a power pole in Gilroy had a happy outcome—with an unknown ending Oct. 30.
Concerned neighbors spotted the dare-deviling feline atop the 20-foot pole in the backyard of a home on...
Election 2020, Gilroy City Council: Fred Tovar seeks second term to help guide Gilroy’s future
Fred Tovar, nearing the end of his first term on the Gilroy City Council, said he is seeking a second term in November to continue serving his neighbors.
“I believe in Gilroy, the city that has always believed in me,” he said. “I care too...
South County police, DA to host gun buyback Dec. 14
The Santa Clara County District Attorney’s Office will partner with the Gilroy and Morgan Hill police departments to sponsor a $50,000 gun buyback in the South Bay Dec. 14, 2019.
Bomb threats at two Gilroy schools unfounded
Gilroy school officials grappled with threats at two high schools on Oct. 13, but both went unfounded.
At about 9:30am, Gilroy police school resource officers were informed of a possible bomb threat that had been circulated through electronic messaging at Gilroy High School. The threat...






















