More workplaces could reopen with new rules, says county
More businesses and workplaces could re-open in Santa Clara County as early as July 13, as long as new strict social distancing rules and other COVID-19 public health protocols are met, Santa Clara County officials announced today.
South County native Dustin Wolf signs huge NHL contract
Dustin Wolf, born in Gilroy and raised in Morgan Hill through age 10, produced an incredible rookie season with the NHL’s Calgary Flames last year. He recorded a 29-16-8 record, with a .910 save percentage and a 2.64 goals-against average. Wolf was widely credited...
Nissan of Gilroy celebrates opening
Nissan of Gilroy celebrated the opening of the city’s newest dealership in the Gilroy Auto Mall with a Chamber mixer and ribbon cutting ceremony on Nov. 18. A key economic driver in Gilroy, the local auto dealers have generated tax dollars, supported local non-profit...
Gilroy gets drenched: Atmospheric river storms heighten risks of flooding, injury, authorities say
A formidable rain storm arrived in Gilroy this week, further drenching a region that was just beginning to dry out from heavy rains over New Year’s weekend.
Authorities are advising residents, motorists and property owners to take precautions to avoid rain-related problems during the current...
City settles in wrongful death lawsuit
The City of Gilroy has settled a lawsuit with the family of Hector Alvarez, who died when police shot him during an emergency call on Filbro Drive in 2015, according to the family’s lawyer.
Under the settlement of the wrongful death lawsuit, the city has...
Poppy Jasper International Film Festival announces 2023 lineup
The Poppy Jasper International Film Festival (PJIFF) on Feb. 27 announced its full film lineup for its 2023 edition.
This year’s festival—which will screen at venues in Morgan Hill, Gilroy, Hollister and San Juan Bautista—will take place April 12-19.
The complete PJIFF program includes features, documentaries,...
Policía de Gilroy presenta una conversación comunitaria
La ciudad de Gilroy y al Departamento de Policía de Gilroy presenta una conversación comunitaria en español el jueves 17 de diciembre a las 6pm.
Si bien todos los miembros de la comunidad están invitados a participar, esta conversación virtual se llevará a cabo íntegramente...
Dispatch presents Class of 2019 Senior Spotlights
Each year, the Gilroy Dispatch profiles a few outstanding soon-to-be Gilroy Unified School District graduates. Selected from recommendations of staff at Christopher and Gilroy High Schools, these seniors represent some of the best Gilroy has to offer.
Their comments here are in response to a...
Young South County hooper scores big in national competition
Audrina Salinas is an avid athlete who loves to play basketball and softball.
The South County resident said she loves “everything” about basketball, and practices every day to improve her skill.
Practice makes perfect, as the saying goes, and all that hard work has certainly paid...
Measure D, Gilroy’s charter amendment for public projects, takes big lead
The City of Gilroy’s attempt to streamline its bidding procedures for public projects has so far passed muster with voters, garnering 74% in favor, according to early election results.
Measure D, a Gilroy charter amendment, would require the city to formally bid a public project...























