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May 31, 2025

Meet the candidate: Paul Kloecker, Gilroy City Council

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Meet the candidate: Roland Velasco, Gilroy City Council

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Adam Alvernaz named student of the week

Adam Alvernaz, GECA, Grade 10

Week 9 Picks

Cheeto and Nathan shared joint custody of first place this week as both went 11-2. Emanuel finished second with a 9-4 pick, while Erin and Scott brought up the rear going 6-7.

Red Barn advocates aim to block demolition, re-purpose facility

The iconic yet long-neglected “Red Barn,” as locals call it, lodged within Christmas Hill Park has existed on borrowed time ever since the City Council called off the bulldozers last February, following an impassioned plea from the president of the Gilroy Historical Society, Connie Rogers.

School board roundup: Addition of grounds workers, Measure P update

With all the recent growth within the Gilroy Unified School District over the last few years, the board of trustees took action at their last meeting to add more custodial and maintenance staff in a move to ensure new facilities are properly cared for.

Prep Water Polo: Cougars fall to Balers in defensive battle

GILROY—The first game between San Benito and Christopher had fans on the edge of their seats. The second didn’t disappoint either.

It’s a family affair at DeRose Vineyards

A cool breeze rustled through the trees surrounding DeRose Vineyard’s tasting room when I walked up on a Saturday morning. Pat DeRose, owner and winemaker, had just pulled up to the door in an old, gray pickup that showed signs of years spent out in the vineyards.

Prep Roundup: Oct. 28

The Christopher and Gilroy golf teams finished their seasons among the league's best Monday. 

Petite Porscha needs a home

Porscha is a petite 3-year-old orange tabby who has been spayed. Her back right leg was amputated two weeks ago after she was hit by a car. Due to her injury she is an indoor only cat. She is very sweet and loves to be pet. For more information, call (408) 686-3900.

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