Flores: Spy movie falters when it comes to suspense and intrigue
Coming on the tail of another spy movie that was released recently, “Safe House” falls quite short of what might be expected after seeing “Tinker Tailor Soldier Spy.” For an action film, however, it is just about right.
Murder suspect Hoffmeister claims incompetence for trial
The man accused in the 2007 killing of a 20-year-old Hollister woman contended in court Thursday he was incompetent for trial proceedings, and a judge gave him a week to return with a doctor’s recommendation on his mental status.
Halcyon “Hallie” V. Solberg October 20, 1924 – February 15, 2012
Halcyon "Hallie" V. Solberg, 87, of Morgan Hill, died peacefully at home following a long illness. Hallie will be remembered by all who knew her for her incredible love of animals and her insatiable appetite for knowledge.
Ruby J. Fortino September 6, 1934 – February 15, 2012
Passed away February 15, 2012 at age 77 after a courageous battle with cancer, peacefully in her home among her caring family. She is survived by her husband Frank, son Steve, daughters Irene (Pete), Connie and Diana (Todd). Preceded in death by her son Richard.
City reports strong sales tax numbers
Gilroy sales tax revenues continue to rise, according to figures released by the city.
SOCCER: GHS girls defeat Vikings, 5-0; face Salinas for first Friday
Monique Barragan and Cynthia Sanchez each scored two goals and the Gilroy High girls soccer team passed up North Salinas 5-0 on the road Wednesday.
BASKETBALL: CHS girls play Watsonville in MBL postseason tourney tonight
The Monterey Bay League regular season champion Christopher High girls basketball team plays tonight in the semifinals of the MBL postseason tournament against Watsonville at Pajaro Valley High. Tip-off is scheduled for 6:30.
BASKETBALL: Mustangs prevail 57-47 over Trojans
A dominant second-half effort by the Gilroy High boys varsity basketball team highlighted a 57-47 Tri-County Athletic League victory over the Alisal Trojans on Wednesday night at Bog Hagen Memorial Gymnasium.
Store break-ins worry downtown Morgan Hill
A downtown arts and crafts shop was burglarized Tuesday night, and downtown business people urge residents and visitors to be alert following the second such incident in less than three months.
