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April 26, 2026

School district failing our best and brightest students

Gilroy's great debate over the merits of the Gifted and Talented

Editorial: Trade war is a ‘lose-lose’ for our farmers

U.S. Treasury Secretary Steven Mnuchin said in late March that he didn’t expect President Trump’s tariff announcements to have “a big impact on the economy.” He even went so far as to say that “what we’re doing is long-term very good for the economy.” Mnuchin...

Mincing the clove

There were quite a few firsts bringing a finale to this school year. With graduation commencement ceremonies drawing to a close last week, it’s always assuring to know that the graduating classes of 2014 will leave behind a legacy that no Gilroy students ever have. Combined, graduates from Gilroy High School, Christopher High School and Mt. Madonna Continuation School contributed more than 50,000 volunteer community service hours. Setting the groundwork for youth community involvement is a great way to fill a need with volunteer organizations as well as provide a foundation of stewardship, giving everything from nonprofits, service groups and churches an extra helping hand. Kudos to a class of young volunteers.

Kudos to Goldsmiths

The following organizations and individuals deserve either

Our View: We The People vs. You The Elected

It’s a wonder every member of the city council isn’t sent packing by recall elections, since it appears all won their seats under a city ordinance that’s flat-out unconstitutional.

Editorial: The cost of ending SNAP—and the hunger it will bring 

In the coming days, the federal Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) faces elimination for the month of November, or it may be partially funded—moves that threaten to deepen food insecurity for millions of Americans, including many right here in Gilroy. SNAP, formerly known as food...

Support our library – Yes on A

Whether you’re a library patron or not, we believe strongly in a Yes vote for Measure A that’s coming to your mailbox.

Garlic Festival – now’s the time

Now's the time to taut our city's identifying event to your

An ‘A’ for keeping exit exam in place

We're glad to see that even though the state shelved the high

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