Grocery stores increase hygiene efforts
Santa Clara County’s ban on large gatherings, as well its order to close all “non-essential” businesses for at least three weeks, does not apply to grocery stores. However, those involved in the food industry, from growers to markets, have found it necessary to respond...
Gilroy Assistance League Announces 2024 grant recipients
The Gilroy Assistance League officially announced their 2024 grant recipients at a luncheon and presentation held April 11 at Eagle Ridge Golf Course.
This year, Gilroy Assistance League distributed a record $35,000 to 13 organizations that provide a range of services to those in need....
City council considers Gilroy hotel tax increase
Gilroy officials are considering asking the voters to approve an increase of the city’s transient occupancy tax—commonly referred to as the hotel tax—up to a total of 13% of visitors’ short-term lodging rentals.
The current hotel tax rate in Gilroy is 9%, which officials noted...
City halts negotiations on Gilroy Gardens property
The City of Gilroy has halted negotiations with a company that previously showed interest in purchasing the city’s 536-acre property that includes Gilroy Gardens.
In a May 9 announcement, Gilroy Communications Manager Rachelle Bedell said the city has ceased talks with BayEcotarium that began under...
Sex abuse, satanic rites described in charges against foster mom
A Gilroy day care operator stalked and sexually molested her foster child and engaged in Satanic rituals, according to allegations in documents reviewed by the Gilroy Dispatch.
Santa Clara County officials filed a July 31 criminal complaint that details the charges against Christina Jean Johnson,...
Donate Toys For Tots
Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage’s annual Toys for Tots program runs until Dec. 13. Offices in Northern California will serve as collection centers for new, unwrapped toys for needy children in our communities. Members of the United States Marine Corps Reserve will pick up the toys and deliver them to charitable organizations and social welfare agencies in the area. Additionally, the public is encouraged to donate new and gently used winter items for the homeless and needy in their local communities as part of the annual One Warm Coat drive. Donate at 8050 Santa Theresa Blvd., Ste. 210 in Gilroy or 950 Tennant Station in Morgan Hill.
Business Briefs: Agent earns earns prestigious award
Arline Silva, Allstate agent, of the Arline L. Silva Agency in
