Elks Lodge has new luster, new look
The storied Gilroy Elks Lodge located at 2765 Hecker Pass Highway in Gilroy has undergone an architectural overhaul, its first since the mid-1980s.
Crime briefs: Stolen false leg
Crime briefs are taken from the weekly press report sent out by the Gilroy Police Department. Officers recently dealt with juvenile debauchery, piracy and a stolen prosthetic limb worth $30,000.
Police buckling down on park crimes
In response to a "recent rash" of vandalism and theft from City parks that include destruction of fences and theft of swings, the Gilroy Police Department is reaching out to the community for assistance in addressing this issue.Â
Pot bust on Obata Way yields 250 pounds of marijuana
Four suspects were arrested for marijuana cultivation at 9:30 p.m. Sunday on the 5900 block of Obata Way in Gilroy as they were leaving the "indoor garden," police described in a press release sent out today.
Police ask for assistance with fraud investigation
The Gilroy Police Department is asking the public for assistance in identifying the subjects depicted in the photograph attached with this article.
Gardiner “Jerry” Hammond IV October 1, 1927 – February 27, 2013
 A celebration of his life is planned, and will be scheduled by the family. Please contact the Summit Ranch at [email protected] for information.
Allen H. Dunn May 15, 1932 – March 2, 2013
 Letters of condolence and memories of Allen (or Mr. Dunn) would be greatly appreciated by his family and can be sent c/o Grunnagle-Ament-Nelson Funeral Home or directed to: www.grunnagle.com A slide show in his honor will be posted on Jane Dunn’s Facebook page.
William Bill Donahue April 4, 1937 – March 1, 2013
 A Celebration of Life Memorial Service will be held Saturday, March 9, 2013. Family would appreciate donations to the Gilroy Police Officers Association, 7301 Hanna St., Gilroy, CA 95020 in his memory. Condolences at HabingFamilyFuneralHome.com
Tonight: Input sought for new park in Coyote Valley
The Santa Clara County Open Space Authority is planning for the 348-acre Coyote Valley Open Space Preserve, one of its newest acquisitions. The preserve is located at the west end of Kalana Avenue with spectacular views, rural character and large acreages of private agricultural and range lands surrounding it.
