Assault case back in court
San Martin
– The Morgan Hill couple accused of beating a two-month pregnant
woman will return court Thursday. Their charges – assault resulting
in serious bodily injury – include a hate crime enhancement,
because witnesses and the alleged victim told police Agriesti and
Peralta yelled racial slurs as th
ey allegedly beat her.Â
Assault case back in court
San Martin – The Morgan Hill couple accused of beating a two-month pregnant woman will return court Thursday. Their charges – assault resulting in serious bodily injury – include a hate crime enhancement, because witnesses and the alleged victim told police Agriesti and Peralta yelled racial slurs as they allegedly beat her.Â
Peralta and Agriesti, who are each free on $100,000 bail, will be in court for the hearing, according to Assistant District Attorney Mark Hood. The enhancement would double the maximum sentence of four to eight years in state prison if they are convicted. During a preliminary hearing, the judge determines if there is sufficient evidence for the case to proceed to trial.
The incident apparently arose over a dispute about groceries. Xochitl Calderon told police she left a bag of groceries on the asphalt in the parking lot, and Peralta and Agriesti ran over it when they pulled into the parking lot.
Peralta and Agriesti have declined to comment through their attorneys.
Downtown alley closed
Gilroy – The downtown alley running west of the railroad tracks will be closed from Lewis Street to Martin Street between Feb. 13 and 17. The closure will allow replacement of the entrances.
Spaghetti dinner benefits GHS choirs
Gilroy – The Gilroy High School Choir will be hosting their annual Spaghetti Dinner Wednesday, from 5 to 8pm at the Brownell Middle School Gym. Cost is $5 for adults, $4 for children. Take-out will be available. All proceeds benefit GHS Choirs.
Visit wine country
Hollister – San Benito County Wine Growers’ Association and local artist Shannon Grissom pair wine and art to draw tourism to Hollister’s wine country and benefit local charities.
One of her most recent series has been inspired and dedicated to the wine growers of San Benito County, and soon will be seen throughout storefront window’s and postcards as marketing posters for the San Benito County Wine Growers Associations’ upcoming Fourth Annual Wine Tasting Passport Weekend.
The San Benito County Wine Growers’ Association will choose one of the pieces to duplicate into advertising pieces promoting the associations Fourth annual Wine Tasting Passport Weekend being held on May 21 and 22.
The associations Passport Weekend is an annual event where local winemakers share the rich history of the San Benito County winegrape growing region and welcome passport holders to their tasting facilities, host food and wine pairings, conduct barrel tastings and conduct winery and vineyard tours.
Music series kicks off
Gilroy – Sue’s Coffee Roasting Company presents Jeff Strametz from 7 to 9pm Friday, playing music on acoustic guitar. Come and experience “the music and stories of life.” This free concert is a part of Sue’s Friday Night Live Music Series.
Details: 842-4220 or suescoffeeroasting.com.
Love hike comes to Coyote Lake
Gilroy – Bring your “sweetie” to beautiful Coyote Lake, near Gilroy, at 10am Saturday, Feb. 11 for an invigorating hike. Learn what “love” means to park wildlife. Top it off with a “Sweet Tooth Scavenger Hunt” that will provide clues to making a special Valentine for your beloved. There is a $5 per vehicle park entrance fee but the event is free.
Details: Ranger Chris Crockett at 842-7800 or ch************@pr*.org.
Give blood, save a life
Gilroy – A blood drive will be held from 1:30 to 6:30pm Thursday at First Baptist Church, 8455 Wren Ave. and from 10am to 3pm Saturday, at South Valley Community Church, 8095 Kelton Drive.
To donate blood, you must be at least 17 years of age, weigh at least 110 pounds, and be in general good health.Â
Details: 1-800-GIVE-LIFE or www.BeADonor.com.
Send news items to City Editor Robert Airoldi. FAX to 842-2206, mail to Gilroy Dispatch, 6400 Monterey Road, Gilroy, CA 95020, or e-mail ed****@ga****.com.
