Election 2020, Gilroy Unified School District: Melissa Aguirre: Make decisions in students’ best interests
Melissa Nicholson Aguirre understands the concerns and frustrations from those on both sides of the Zoom screen.
Aguirre is a second grade teacher in the Morgan Hill Unified School District, and the oldest of her two children is in first grade in Gilroy Unified.
“I understand...
POTW: Everest
This week’s Pet of the Week is Everest (86567), a svelte 2 year old kitty who is one of our featured ‘Fee-Free Felines’! Gear up for the Summer Games by adopting this Olympic hopeful from Milpitas, California. He’s mastered the high jump and perfected his shot put spin thanks to coach Ashley, cat behavior specialist but now he’s ready for the big time: a new home where he can really shine! Visit the Humane Society Silicon Valley, 901 Ames Ave., Milpitas, or call (408) 262-2133.
Police to conduct Aug. 23 DUI checkpoint
The Gilroy Police Department Traffic Unit will conduct a DUI and drivers license Checkpoint Aug. 23 at an undisclosed location within the city limits.
“The deterrent effect of DUI checkpoints is a proven resource in reducing the number of persons killed and injured in alcohol...
Adopt Baghera
Baghera is a 5-month-old black and white (tuxedo) cat who is one of seven littermates found in a box. He is cute as a bug, playful and ready for a home where he can be enjoyed by a family of his own. For more information, call (831) 634-1191 or visit PetFriends.org.
City gets $3.9M to enhance alleyways
Gilroy officials say a major grant the city received from the state will go a long way toward bringing downtown’s alleyways to life.
On March 4, the City of Gilroy announced that it had received a $3.9 million grant from the California Department of Transportation’s...
