All journalists must be protected
New York Times reporter Judith Miller has spent two weeks in jail – and counting – for refusing to identify a source for a story she didn't even write.
Cheers and Jeers
Cheers: For the beautiful new student center at Gilroy High School. Wow-sa – its going to be something this community will be very proud of. Cheers, too, for the Garlic Festival's $250,000 contribution to this $11.2 million project. The architecture is stunning and the facility will be top notch and, hopefully, well utilized. Though it sounds optimistic, a February opening with plenty of hoopla would be grand.
Selfish celebrants will ruin Fourth of July for everyone
JEERS: For the Gilroyans who flout the law and set off illegal fireworks. Remember – every time you set off an illegal firework you are jeopardizing the sale and use of fireworks in the city.
More teeth needed for pit bull ordinances
Ever since a 12-year-old boy was mauled to death by his own family's pit bulls, the state has been considering legislation to allow cities and counties to enact breed-specific ordinances affecting dogs.
Welcome to friendly downtown Gilroy?
Welcome to beautiful downtown Gilroy? That's not the warm fuzzy feeling you get if you park in the private section of the Fifth Street parking lot. If you are unable to park there because the owners have it chained off (not the welcome mat we recommend), you might save a bundle of money.












