Local Scene: Sculpture show at Gallery 1202; book sale is Jan. 14
Gallery 1202 presents two-person sculpture show
Gallery 1202, 7363 Monterey St., presents “Nature’s Dream,” a two-person sculpture show with Northern California artists Adon Valenziano and Wesley Wright opening Jan. 7.
In this exhibition, Valenziano showcases works from two different series: Fruits of Labor and Biometamorphs. Valenziano...
Spoking My Mind: It’s the Most Wonderful Time of the Gear!
Ho, ho, ho! We’ve made it to December! Here is my yuletide gift to you, my dear readers!
'Twas the night before Christmas, a time we all like,
Not a creature was stirring, not even my bike!
The tires were hung by the chimney with care,
With hopes...
Rotarians donate $50k for benches at GUSD schools
The Rotary Club of Gilroy has been busy lately raising and donating funds that will help pay for a variety of youth activities and programs in the community.
On Sept. 18, members of the local nonprofit club presented a $50,000 check at Gilroy Unified School...
Comment now on Gilroy Civic Center Master Plan proposal
The ambitious Gilroy Civic Center Master Plan Draft calls for the demolition of City Hall and its annex building, Wheeler Auditorium, the senior center and a stretch of Hanna Street between Sixth and Seventh streets. The long-term public development plan includes a new City...
Updated: Cougars boys volleyball shines with 13-3 league record
A strong and deep Christopher boys volleyball team had a superb season and closed strong for a league title and the playoffs.
The Cougars finished 13-3 in the Blossom Valley Athletic League, Santa Teresa Division, and took the crown by prevailing in tiebreakers over rivals...
City of Gilroy offers event support for nonprofits
The City of Gilroy is set to offer a total of $150,000 to eligible nonprofit organizations that are planning to host or organize free, inclusive events that benefit the community.
The goal of the Community Events Support Program, which the city council approved March 16,...
Water Warehouse opens new location
Water Warehouse recently opened the doors of its new facility after moving from its previous location a year ago.
Owner Mike Torres called the new purification and bottling facility at 591 First St. “the resurrection of Water Warehouse.”
“It’s up and running,” he said. “It’s beautiful....
Applications due for Gilroy Youth Police Academy
The Gilroy Youth Police Academy is accepting applications through July 7.
During the academy, which runs July 31 to Aug. 4, participants will meet officers from each of the Gilroy Police Department’s specialty units; SWAT, Motors, K9, Mounted Unit and the Drone team, among others.
Students...
Local Scene: Aquatics Center open through Aug. 18
Local earns degree
Chidera M. Nwenyi, of Gilroy, was awarded a degree in pre-health and chemistry at St. Lawrence University’s commencement ceremony on May 19.
Two earthquakes reported near Gilroy
Two earthquakes were recorded early in the morning July 16 near Gilroy, according to the US Geological...
Wreaths Across America returns to South County cemeteries
The South County Wreaths Across America effort will take place on Dec. 18, this time in person, and the public is invited to participate.
Wreaths Across America’s mission is to remember fallen U.S. veterans, honor those who serve, and teach children the value of freedom....























