Drunk driver crashes into tree near elementary school
On Friday at 7:20 p.m., Billy Gidding, 31, was arrested for driving under the influence after losing control of his 1994 Chevrolet truck and careening into a tree on Wren Avenue near Antonio Del Buono Elementary School. Gilroy police arrested Gidding, who was taken to a nearby hospital and treated for minor injuries.
Gilroy weather update: Showers taper off Wednesday, more rain Saturday
Gilroy soaked up 2.33 inches in the last 24 hours according to the rain gauge at Gilroy’s Chestnut fire station. All roads are open at this time.
9Lives owner arraigned on embezzlement, grand theft
The owner of a downtown Gilroy concert house and former executive director of the Morgan Hill Downtown Association was arraigned on charges of embezzlement and grand theft at the South County Courthouse Friday.
Police blotter: Battery against a spouse
Possession of a controlled substance, violation of a protective order and battery against a spouse
Gilroy crime briefs: Child abuse
Gilroy Police last week responded to a variety of crimes, including child abuse, drug possession, found property, fraud and identity theft.
Solorsano students send their support to Newtown, Conn.
Ascencion Solorsano Middle School students made a special banner last week for the Newtown, Conn. community and schools to offer their support and condolences following the recent tragedy at Sandy Hook Elementary School. The banner was signed and decorated by ASMS staff and students and will be sent to Newtown during the winter break.
Roundup: Tabron, Guerra lead balanced CHS girls to victory
Hanna Tabron scored 11 points and Teresa Guerra added 10 points to lead Christopher’s girls basketball team to a 60-26 win at North Monterey County on Saturday.
