Business

Opes Advisors, an innovative residential mortgage bank and wealth management firm, announces the opening of a branch office in Morgan Hill. Under the leadership of Managing Director Mike Gallagher, the new office team includes Ed Arioto and Kim Enderle.

GILROY

Landscape Innovation of Gilroy recently received three awards by the California Landscape Contractors Association. The awards were first place in design, Ken and Penny Perluss; first place in lighting, Goldsmith residence; and second place in renovation, Elks Lodge of Gilroy.

Steve Beams: Employee of the Month

Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage announced the kickoff of its annual Toys for Tots program in partnership with the United States Marine Corps Reserve and its annual Operation: One Warm Coat clothing drive. Both campaigns run until Dec. 14. Individuals interested in donating a new, unwrapped toy to the Toys for Tots program may do so at Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage offices in Cupertino, Gilroy, Los Gatos, Morgan Hill, San Jose and Saratoga. Individuals interested in donating to Operation: One Warm Coat may do so at Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage offices in Cupertino, Gilroy, Los Gatos and San Jose. Details: (925) 275-3085.

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