Years in the making: the Hall building
The scaffolding along the old Hall’s Building at Sixth Street in downtown Gilroy has come down as the transformation of the former clothing store into a restaurant with housing above continues apace.
Scot Smithee selected for police chief job
PRESS RELEASE
The City of Gilroy has selected Scot Smithee as its next Chief of Police. The appointment of Scot is scheduled to be considered at the regularly scheduled City Council meeting of June 19.
After a nationwide search, Scot Smithee was selected as the top...
Man Arrested in Gilroy Home Invasion Faces More Charges
A man who was arrested for the May 26 home invasion of a Gilroy family has been rearrested after a search warrant was served at his San Jose home.
Embarrassed family says Gilroy Gardens taking positive steps
The mother of a boy with a rare, non-contagious disease who was kicked out of the pool at Gilroy Gardens, said she’s happy and positive after meeting with the park’s general manager.
Man Killed at Union Pacific tracks
Today, around 6 a.m., a southbound Union Pacific locomotive struck a pedestrian who sustained fatal injuries along the Coast Subdivision near 10th Street in Gilroy. There were no other injuries reported and the the incident is currently under investigation.
Congressman moves on Ag
Democratic Congressman Jimmy Panetta has moved forward on two initiatives to support the nation's agricultural industry. Panetta, who represents the 20th congressional district, which includes major growing regions in the Salinas and Pajaro Valleys and parts of Santa Clara Valley, has joined forces with Republican Congressman Rodney Davis of Illinois to establish the bipartisan Congressional Agriculture Research Caucus. The Caucus will focus on agriculture research, innovation, and mechanization efforts as Congress prepares for the 2018 Farm Bill.
Mayor Announces First Street Emergency Repairs
Mayor Roland Velasco announced emergency repairs beginning Sunday to blighted First Street.
Gilroy leader launches bid for Assembly
Gilroy City Councilman and Democrat, Peter Leroe-Muñoz has launched a campaign for State Assembly District 30. Rep. Anna Caballero, who currently holds the seat, cannot run next year due to term limits.
This box is a blessing
Take a little, leave a little, the two-week-old Blessing Box makes big things happen in Gilroy. Inspired by a post on Facebook, Michelle Bozzo, Melanie Mikeska, and Jina Carranza built the little white box that provides a quick snack or a badly needed dinner for those who need a helping hand.
