Here’s how to claim your stimulus payments: File your tax return
Today we’re going to talk about money, money, money—or more precisely, government stimulus payments.
Several rounds of federal and state payments directed at individuals in 2020 and 2021 were intended to help people cope with the pandemic’s shock to the economy.
Each of them has different...
Vineyard brings romantic vibe to South Valley
I love our local wineries but have to admit I haven’t been to them all. In an attempt to spice things up and seek something new, I wanted to take a trip to Leal Vineyards near Hollister.
I decided I wanted to slow it down,...
Gavilan celebrates largest graduating class in college’s history
Gavilan College honored its largest graduating class in school history May 24, awarding 1,779 associate degrees and certificates during a ceremony at the college’s Gilroy campus. It was Gavilan’s 105th commencement ceremony.
“Class of 2025, congratulations. You are a part of history,” Gavilan College Superintendent...
Live Oak, Christopher lacrosse teams having tremendous seasons
The Christopher-Live Oak boys lacrosse match on March 24 pitted a top-three team from the Gabilan Division and the front runner from the lower division.
For right now, at least, the Acorns showed the chasm between the Gabilan and Mission is a rather wide one.
Live...
Amazon announces grants for Gilroy nonprofits
Amazon recently launched new “community funds” in Gilroy, offering grants up to $10,000 for local nonprofits. Applications are open now through Jan. 8, 2026.
The announcement comes as Amazon celebrates the impact of its previous round of funding, which supported 31 local projects with a...
State orders closure of indoor businesses in Santa Clara County
By Grace Hase
For a few hours on Monday it seemed as though gyms, salons and other indoor operations would remain open in Santa Clara County, despite orders from Gov. Gavin Newsom to shut down businesses in jurisdictions on the state’s Covid-19 watch list.
But that all changed...
Vehicle fatally strikes pedestrian in San Martin
A pedestrian was struck and killed by a vehicle early in the morning April 23 in San Martin, according to the California Highway Patrol.
The 56-year-old Gilroy man was attempting to cross Monterey Road from east to west when he was struck by a Ford...
Gilroy, Christopher softball teams to make most of season
Gilroy High softball coach Dusty Lester knows how important Senior Night is for the players who are set to graduate in June. Given the unpredictable nature of Covid-19, Lester decided to hold Senior Night early in the season rather than near the end.
“If something...
Gilroy Chamber honors 2025 Spice of Life winners
The Gilroy Chamber of Commerce will host the 2025 Spice of Life Awards gala and dinner on March 15 at the Gilroy Elks Lodge on Hecker Pass Highway. The theme for this year’s gala is “Emerald Elegance.”
The gala will take place from 5-9pm.
The chamber’s...
Newsom signs law hoping to curb ‘ghost gun’ production
Gov. Gavin Newsom this week signed a bill into law that is meant to curb the proliferation of untraceable firearms known as “ghost guns.”
Assembly Bill 2842, authored by state Assemblymember Diane Papan, D-San Mateo, prohibits third-party gun destruction entities from reselling leftover gun parts...
