Commencement 2021: Graduating twins reminisce on the ‘good old days’
Brett Archer, a superfan of the former NBC sitcom “The Office,” is drawn to a quote from the series finale.
"I wish there was a way to know you were in the good old days before you actually left them,” Andy Bernard, a character played...
Gilroy Foundation director announces retirement
Gilroy Foundation Executive Director Donna Pray recently announced her plans for retirement, effective April 28.
She has served in this position at Gilroy Foundation since 1995.
“Donna has been the face of Gilroy Foundation since 1995,” Board President Karen La Corte said. “Her leadership and dedication...
Advocates urge public to renew Medi-Cal benefits
Local officials gathered in Gilroy on Jan. 30 to remind eligible residents to enroll for Medi-Cal benefits.
The event, held at the County of Santa Clara Social Services Agency in Gilroy, aimed to bring attention to the renewed Medi-Cal eligibility process, impacting more than 15...
Police blotter, Feb. 22-27, 2021: Vehicle crash, grand theft
Feb. 22
• A vehicle collision resulting in injuries occurred on the 600 block of Leavesley Road at 6am.
• Police responded to a report of petty theft on First Street and Wren Avenue at 9am.
• Arson was reported on the 8200 block of Church Street.
•...
Police Chief: Pandemic suppressing grieving process after festival shooting
As the one-year anniversary of the 2019 Gilroy Garlic Festival shooting approaches, Police Chief Scot Smithee wishes the community could mark the occasion by gathering at Christmas Hill Park like they normally would.
“The anniversary date is going to be tough for a lot of...
City settles lawsuit, pays $25K
Both the plaintiff and defendants hailed the settlement as a success.
Munshi named finalist for Gilroy Unified School District superintendent
Anisha Munshi has been selected as the finalist for Gilroy Unified School District’s next superintendent, the Board of Education announced May 2.
The board is scheduled to approve Munshi’s employment at its May 18 meeting.
The district has been searching for its next superintendent after Deborah...
Celestial Trading earns top marks in Best of Gilroy awards
The vibe instantly shifts when one steps through the front door of Celestial Trading in downtown Gilroy.
An aroma of burning incense immediately hits the senses, while the sound of running water from a miniature fountain and large displays of colorful crystals, necklaces, bracelets and...
‘Surplus’ designation sets stage for future Gilroy Gardens development
The Gilroy City Council agreed to declare the property Gilroy Gardens sits on as surplus on Feb. 27, a state-required action that will later allow the city to move forward with its plans to transform the area with new recreational attractions.
In recent years, city...
Gilroy votes: Two incumbents defeated in Nov. 5 city council election
In the Nov. 5 election for three seats on the Gilroy City Council, incumbent Zach Hilton holds a steady lead among the six candidates, according to data from the Santa Clara County Registrar of Voters website.
Two other incumbents running for reelection—Fred Tovar and Rebeca...























