$2,500 William R. Keig Memorial Scholarship for women in education
The Morgan Hill Branch of the American Association of University Women is offering a $2,500 scholarship in memory of William R. Keig, long-time branch member and Morgan Hill educator who died on Oct. 31, 2011.
Police briefs: Man breaks arcade game to steal quarters
An unknown suspect threw a rock into the front glass door at Straw Hat Pizza on First Street and broke an arcade game to steal quarters. Officers discovered the burglary at 7 a.m. on Sept. 3. Quarters were all over the restaurant's floor. Nothing else appeared to be damaged or missing, said Police Sgt. Chad Gallacinao.
Shooting of CHP officer triggers massive law enforcement support network for family
Minutes after “officer down” blared from police radios following the tragic shooting on Tuesday of California Highway Patrol Officer Kenyon Youngstrom, a massive behind-the-scenes support system kicked into gear.
Court calendar: Suspects in Rucker home invasion in court Oct. 22
Upcoming court dates for crimes and matters. All hearings are scheduled for South County Courthouse in Morgan Hill, unless otherwise noted.
Patricia Ann Poppic November 26, 1943 – September 3, 2012
Our mother, sister, grandma and great-grandmother, Patricia passed peacefully with her family by her side. We will miss you, Mama.
FOOTBALL: Cougars set to face Bearden, Live Oak
Christopher High football head coach Tim Pierleoni said each and every game this season will be a learning experience. After last week’s defeat to Sobrato, Pierleoni had plenty of notes to sort through in preparation for tonight’s head to head with Live Oak High School.
TENNIS: Roberts, AuYeung win at No. 1 doubles, but Wildcatz top Cougars
Christopher High’s Tiffany Roberts and Yvonne AuYeung came back from a set down to claim a 4-6, 6-4, 10-6 victory at No. 1-doubles, but Watsonville’s singles play proved to be the difference in a Wildcatz 5-2 win over the Cougars on Thursday.
Cops: A year after Operation Garlic Press streets are safer
Last fall, Gilroy Police wrapped up the 39-agency, 16-month undercover sting known as Operation Garlic Press that culminated with a four-day arrest blitz of 118 suspects – and one year later, police say Gilroy streets are safer.
FIELD HOCKEY: Christopher plays Willow Glen to 0-0 tie
The Christopher High varsity field hockey team challenged another stout nonleague opponent and salvaged its second tie of the week, this time playing all square, 0-0, with Willow Glen on Thursday in Gilroy.
















