Roman Catholics celebrate World Day of the Sick
In 1992, Pope John Paul II instituted a new feast day for Roman
Simmonds’ hat trick stuffs Sharks in opener
SAN JOSE – Flyers forward Wayne Simmonds was in front of the San Jose net twice on successful power plays to carry Philadelphia past the Sharks 5-3 in the season opener at sold-out SAP Center Wednesday night.
Timeout for a few all-league shoutouts
The winter season has come and gone. That seemed quick, didn't it? Three local teams qualified for the postseason – not including both wrestling squads. Although all three were eliminated in the opening round of the Central Coast Section playoffs last week, applause is in order for the Christopher High girls basketball and soccer teams – which made their inaugural playoff appearances – and the Gilroy High girls soccer team.
After-school academy serves area youth
Public schools all over California are being pressured by the state's hard economic times. Budgets continue to be cut, impacting students: larger classes, fewer enrichment programs, less individual attention. Also, increased gang activity has resulted from cutbacks in after-school activities.
