Businesses, foundations lead giving to Garlic Festival victims fund
The money came in from all over the country, from customers and employees of giant companies and mom-and-pop stores, from community foundations, from fundraisers at fitness clubs and restaurants, and from thousands of individuals who gave as little as a few dollars.
In less than...
Seniors to drive Christopher offense
Football is a 'what have you done for me lately' kind of sport and Christopher High coach Tim Pierleoni knows it. One year after winning the Central Coast Section Division IV playoff championship, the Cougars won't only be asked to repeat their postseason performance...
Two drivers die in crash on Highway 25
Two people—one a Hollister resident and one from Gilroy—died in a collision on Highway 25 near the border between Santa Clara and San Benito counties, according to authorities.
About 12:33am Oct. 28, California Highway Patrol’s Monterey office received a report of a crash on State...
Police blotter, June 21-27, 2021: Traffic collisions, stolen vehicles
June 21
• Grand theft was reported on the 100 block of Sarafina Way at 8am.
• Injuries were reported in a traffic collision on Third Street and Wren Avenue at 1pm.
• Police responded to a hit-and-run collision on First Street and Wren Avenue at 1pm.
•...
Memorial Day parade honoring veterans moves to Veterans Day
Due to uncertainties coming out of the pandemic, the annual Veterans Parade on Memorial Day will instead march through downtown Gilroy on Veterans Day in November.Â
But the Memorial Day Remembrance Ceremony at St. Mary’s Cemetery will still take place, organizers said.
“We know the Memorial...
Religion: An example of love and friendship
Over the past few months, we have seen demonstrations throughout the Bay Area and across the country calling for a ceasefire in Gaza. We have also seen both the Gilroy and Morgan Hill city councils consider resolutions on the matter.
During the Morgan Hill City...
Guest view: Updated district master plan meets water needs
Valley Water is committed to ensuring enough safe, clean water for families, homes, farms and businesses in Santa Clara County today and for future generations.
Our agency is updating the Water Supply Master Plan, which helps identify how to maintain a reliable, clean water supply...
Local Scene: Volunteer for South Valley Symphony
The nonprofit South Valley Symphony is seeking volunteers to serve on its board of directors. Applicants should have a strong interest in helping to shape the symphony’s activities over the coming years, and should be enthusiastic about becoming a part of the symphony’s long-standing...
Local Scene: Gilroy Foundation grant cycle opening
Gilroy Foundation grant cycle opens Oct. 1
Gilroy Foundation has made a change to its grant cycle, moving the beginning of the cycle up to Oct. 1 for funding in 2022.
Since 1980, the Gilroy Foundation has awarded more than $15.8 million in grants and scholarships....
New 25 percent tariff great for U.S. garlic
Christopher Ranch in Gilroy welcomed a decision by President Donald Trump to increase tariffs to 25 percent on $200 billion worth of Chinese goods May 10.
Many U.S. farmers, especially soybean and corn producers, fear drastic consequences if China retaliates with its own tariffs on...