Editorial: The transformative power of public art
In a world increasingly shaped by technology, commerce and rapid urbanization, public art stands as a profound counterbalance—a humanizing force that elevates the collective...
Editorial: Memorial Day: A time to remember, reflect, and come together
As Memorial Day approaches, our community—like many across the nation—prepares for parades, backyard cookouts, and the unofficial start of summer. But at the heart...
Editorial: Mental health deserves our full attention
May marks Mental Health Awareness Month, a time not just for reflection but for action.
For decades, mental health has existed in the shadow of...
Editorial: Earth Day is more than a celebration—it’s a call to action
People globally celebrate Earth Day on April 22, recognizing the urgent need to help our planet. What began in 1970 as a grassroots environmental...
Editorial: Community journalism plays a vital role
Welcome to the new format of the Gilroy Dispatch community newspaper. We have changed to a tab size to make it more reader friendly...
Editorial: Justice and unity will combat hate crimes
In recent years, hate crimes have risen to alarming levels across the globe, revealing a disturbing undercurrent of prejudice, division and intolerance that threatens...
Editorial: Food insecurity is a crisis we cannot ignore
Food insecurity is a growing crisis that affects millions of people across the world. It is not just a problem of developing nations; even...
Editorial: Support independent bookstores
Independent bookstores can often be the hub of a community. They play a crucial editorial role in the literary world, offering a level of...
Editorial: Recent traffic deaths remind us to be safe on the roads
Distracted driving is a significant danger for drivers, and it can lead to serious accidents, injuries, and even fatalities. Four such accidents occurred nearby...
Editorial: Tik Tok, misogyny and the presidential election
The selection of a Bay Area native as presidential nominee of one of the major parties bears watching here in the bear flag state....
