Beware, new Luchessa markings make it dangerous
As a daily walker since retirement I have great concern for the safety of anyone within the walking/bicycle lane on Luchessa Avenue after the recent marking. The way it is currently marked you're forced into the guardrail and/or foliage, which has not been cut in a while, or forced to walk in the traffic lane to get around these obstacles. I normally walk starting between 5:45 a.m. and 6:15 a.m. and I have almost been struck twice, despite being aware of traffic.
David Lima asks, Is ‘small town’ Gilroy doomed?
Gilroy experienced explosive growth after World War II and again after the tech boom in Santa Clara Valley. It is now on the brink of becoming a sprawling city.
Youth Softball: South Valley girls finish third in World Series
SAN JOSE—Four local girls, playing for the San Jose Strikkers, claimed third place in the 10U division on July 19 at the National Softball Association’s World Series tournament in Everette, Wash.
Publishers host meet and greet for Dispatch, Out & About
Join Jeff Mitchell, publisher of New SV Media, Inc. (Morgan Hill Times, Gilroy Dispatch and Hollister Free Lance,) and Bobbi Jo Palmer, publisher of Out & About Magazine, for "Coffee with the Publishers" on three upcoming dates.
‘It’s all about the spices’
GILROY—Rakesh Chand and his family lamented many times about the lack of an Indian food restaurant in Gilroy. Tired of making the trek to San Jose or Fremont to enjoy a plate of authentic Indian fare, the Chands made history and opened the Garlic City’s first and only Indian restaurant, Spice ‘N Ice Bar and Grill on Fifth Street.
Police blotter: July 14 to 21
The Gilroy Police Department made arrests for a variety of crimes between July 14 and 21, including assault with a deadly weapon, rape, driving under the influence and child endangerment. Arrests were recorded in the GPD blotter during that period and compiled from public records.
Gilroy Elks Night at SJ Giants game
Join the Gilroy Elks at the San Jose Giants game Friday, July 31 and stick around for the post-game fireworks show. The Elks chose the singers to perform "God Bless America" and "Take Me Out To The Ballgame," and a very special Elk will throw out the first pitch. Attend the game and find out the identities of the mystery picks. They might just be your friends, family members or neighbors! The Elks will have a special section roped off in the general admission seats. Tickets are $5 per person. The game starts at 7 p.m. at Municipal Stadium, 588 E. Alma Ave., San Jose. For information call (408) 842-9397.
Publishers host ‘meet and greets’
Join Jeff Mitchell, publisher of New SV Media, Inc. (Morgan Hill Times, Gilroy Dispatch and Hollister Free Lance,) and Bobbi Jo Palmer, publisher of Out & About Magazine, for "Coffee with the Publishers" from 9:30 to 11 a.m. Aug. 11 at Fifth Street Coffee, 7501 Monterey Road, Gilroy; Aug. 18 at GVA, 17400 Monterey St., Morgan Hill; and Aug. 25 at Heavenly Bakery, 601 San Benito St., Hollister. Here's your opportunity to let the publishers know how they're doing and how they can improve. For information, call (408) 842-6400.
City hall exhibit features young artist
Artwork by 6-year-old South Bay artist Thanmay Sarath will be on display at Gilroy City Hall, 7351 Rosanna St., through Aug. 28, the fifth solo exhibition of his young career. Thanmay started working with crayons when he was 9 months old and moved on to acrylic, oil and pastel.
