Editorials

The city's signature event and its best chance for renewed economic activity has been dormant over the past four years, so it is good to see city council members are showing serious interest in reviving a Hollister motorcycle rally in July 2013.

1. Squabbling has continued for more than six months

As a community, Gilroy should be worried about the huge, brand-spanking-new outlet mall opening in Livermore.

The fact that the Hollister School District paid a law firm specifically to find “deficiencies” in a charter school petition underscores the sharp lines drawn in a political battle against reform models and shows that local officials - despite glaring evidence it would likely spur academic success - are steadfast against changing a failed system.

When it comes to electing public officials, bankruptcies matter.

Gilroyans have the opportunity to fill three City Council seats this election and there are five interesting and dedicated people willing to serve. All bring something different to the table. After an extensive interview session, our recommendations became clear.

1. His pragmatic approach has been successful everywhere

1. New regs a far cry from ‘The Day the Music Died’

1. Wishing the troubling report to vanish just won’t make it so

1. Good reasons not to rush a parcel tax onto the ballot