‘Essential’ auto repair shops remain open
Many people choose to ignore the check engine lights on their vehicles, that finicky blinker or other maintenance issues, thinking that taking it to the shop for repairs would require them to be without their only mode of transportation for days on end.
However, with...
Local reps weigh in on census
Santa Clara County officials responded by urging everyone who lives here to participate in the decennial census, which plays a crucial role in determining how much federal funding local communities receive for public services.
 Two friends recover from bullet wounds from Gilroy Garlic Festival shooting
Brynn Ota-Matthews and Gabriella Gaus were in the inflatable obstacle course at the Gilroy Garlic Festival when a shooter opened fire on the crowd.
The two friends from Santa Cruz ran from the play structure to the festival parking lot, and only then realized they’d...
Spoking My Mind: June gloom, then VROOOM!
Before we start, a HUGE shout out to all of the fine folks who volunteered at those Bay Area Bike to Wherever energizer stations and bicycle events last month. Your time and talents made it another wonderful happening for cyclists everywhere!Onto June, which means...
South County celebrates Hanukkah
More than 300 people celebrated the beginning of Hanukkah Nov. 28 at an event organized by the Chabad South County Jewish Center. Attendees enjoyed live music and traditional Hanukkah foods while children played on bounce houses and made do-it-yourself menorah crafts. The crowd was...
From My Perspective: Victory Over Death
Did you celebrate Easter last week with the hope that you have victory over the grave? Easter commemorates the most important event in human history! The foundation of the Christian faith is the resurrection of Jesus Christ from the dead.
Do you believe Jesus lived...
Grand Jury now accepting applications for 2022
The Superior Court of California, County of Santa Clara, is now accepting applications from residents to serve on the 2022 Santa Clara County Civil Grand Jury.
The Civil Grand Jury is a part of the judicial branch of government. It serves as the county’s civil...
Gilroy’s ice facility moves closer to construction
The Gilroy City Council approved a contract with Perkins & Will on Aug. 21 to prepare the basis of design documents for the Gilroy Ice Center, a joint project with the City of Gilroy and Sharks Sports & Entertainment LLC (SSE).
The Ice Center will...
Santa Clara County and nurses union agree on new contract
Santa Clara County and the union representing nurses at the county’s hospitals and clinics have reached an agreement on a four-year contract, after months of negotiations, failed mediation efforts and a first-ever three-day strike last month.
About 88% of the Registered Nurses Professional Association members...
Sports Roundup: Cougars boys basketball and soccer off to great starts
Christopher HS Boys Basketball (10-3 overall, 2-0 BVAL Mt. Hamilton)Recent results: Won 47-35 vs. Evergreen Valley; Won 75-44 vs. Santa Teresa
Upcoming games:7pm Jan. 15 at Leigh; 2pm Jan. 17 vs. Santa Rosa; 7pm Jan. 20 vs. Westmont; 4pm Jan. 24 at Willow Glen
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