Artwork at Gilroy Center for the Arts depicts healing, reentry
When Mark Ashford was nearing the end of his prison sentence about three years ago, he said he went “full force” into turning his life around.
The Gilroy resident, who spent 25 years in and out of the prison system after getting involved in the...
Four months: Still no Sierra
Four months after Sierra LaMar disappeared outside her north Morgan Hill home, authorities and searchers remain hopeful they will find the missing teen.
Gilroy City Council approves $207 million budget
The Gilroy City Council approved a $207.2 million budget June 2 that provides funding for new pickleball courts but will “delay” the hiring of three new recreation staff, according to city officials.
The 2025-26 budget includes a general fund of $75.6 million, and a full-time...
9 Lives Club holds ribbon cutting
9 Lives Club and the Gilroy Chamber of Commerce held a ribbon cutting April 12 at the club’s location at 7430 Monterey St. in Gilroy. There are weekly comedy and music shows from some of the area’s top performers. The 4,500 square foot venue can accommodate 300 guests. Their goal is to make anyone that walks through the doors feel the positive energy and great vibe in the room. Enjoy pizza, hot dogs, soft drinks and beer while watching the shows. Details: ninelivesclub.com
GUSD back on the right track
It’s heartening to hear that the Gilroy Unified School District has solid reserves of 9 percent, that a bond re-finance saved $50 million and that union negotiations with teachers have been both realistic and productive.
Seven suspected Norteo gang members arrested in home invasion
Following the arrest of five suspected Norte
Racers’ Grand Prix Hopes Halted
Saturday proved to be an electrifying and trying day for South

















