Fighting over what to do with River
As River, the terrier mix that was rescued from Uvas Creek with a brick tied to its hind legs earlier this month, waits to be adopted, the Gilroy Police Department and the Humane Society of the Central Coast are in a tussle over who should handle River’s adoption and investigation.
Christopher girls soccer team repeats as CCS champions
When the Christopher High girls soccer team won the program’s first-ever Central Coast Section championship last year, it overwhelmed the field, outscoring three opponents by a combined margin of 15-0.
The question was not if the Cougars were going to win, but by how much....
Hildegard Shutler
Hildegard Shutler, age 95, passed away Tuesday, December 16, 2008 at the American Lutheran Home in Menomonie, Wisconsin.
Business Briefs: Anritsu receives new product award
Anritsu Company, based in Morgan Hill, announces that its
Community Solutions plans annual play, gala
Community Solutions, a Gilroy-based nonprofit human services agency, will host its eighth annual play—titled Historias de Mi Madre VII—highlighting the various issues of violence against women and children 6:30 p.m. Oct. 25 inside the Gavilan College Theater (5055 Santa Teresa Blvd. in Gilroy).There is a suggested $10 donation for admittance. Due to the mature content, the play may not be appropriate for children, according to the organization’s press release.The bilingual play depicts how the silence, shame and secrecy of intimate partner abuse, child sexual abuse and sexual exploitation can affect the family as a whole.“Children are our most valuable resource. They deserve to live out their childhood in safe and loving environments free from oppression, abuse and exploitation,” said Erica Elliott, Program Manager of the Solutions to Violence Programs at Community Solutions. “This bilingual play sheds light on these horrific occurrences so prolific in our communities in an effort to educate our community members to put an end to these crimes.”Proceeds from the evening will support Community Solutions programs and services for survivors of domestic violence, sexual assault and human trafficking, according to organizers.Annual fall gala takes place Nov. 8Next month, Community Solutions will host its third annual fall gala—Black, White & Bling! to raise funds for critical programs and services in South County.The Nov. 8 fundraiser will begin at 6 p.m. at the Willow Heights Mansion, 1978 Willow Springs Road in Morgan Hill.“Grab your black and white attire, add your best bling and shimmer the night way while supporting our clients’ futures,” said Erin O’Brien, Community Solutions President. “This is a fun and elegant dinner event with something for everyone.”To purchase tickets, visit communitysolutions.org or call (408) 846-4704.
