URM building owners ‘stepping up to the plate’
Mayor Don Gage's tough stance on fixing up downtown's unreinforced masonry buildings is paying off, according to City staff.
Adopt Daddy Dog
Daddy Dog is a 2-year-old border collie mix who is sweet, relaxed and good with other dogs. He loves to play, be pet and knows the leash. He has been at the San Martin Animal Shelter since early July and would love to find a forever home. Interested? Call (408) 686-3900.
Junior Softball World Series: Gilroy falls to Southwest
The Gilroy Junior All Stars have not had the start they hoped for at the Junior Softball World Series in Kirkland, Wash., but manager Nelson Villanueva can't be disappointed in the effort.
James Alan Carreiro October 6, 1954 – August 10, 2013
Funeral services will be held on Friday, August 16, 2013, 10:00 A.M., at Grunnagle-Ament-Nelson Funeral Home. Donations can be made in Jim’s name to the Charity of your choice.
‘Big Wood’ trio breaks into radio charts
A band with a lead singer from Hollister, a drummer from Gilroy and a bass player from Morgan Hill has broken into the Top 40 radio charts with a single entitled “After the Laughter.”
Council picks General Plan committee members
City Council picked their team of 25 General Plan committee members during their regular meeting Aug. 5.
Cross Country: Miranda, Filippi help new coach find her footing
Editor’s note: This story is part of a series of prep previews the Dispatch will be running leading up to the start of the season. We will focus on a different sport and team each week.
Farmers: Like your water rate? Tell the water district tonight
The Santa Clara Valley Water District will host a community meeting tonight in Morgan Hill to receive feedback on its Open Space Credit policy, which keeps agricultural water rates low.
