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Gilroy
January 12, 2026

Phidgety About History

Inspiration for delving into Gilroy’s history comes from many quarters: the books of Claudia Salewske, Teddy Goodrich and Elizabeth Barratt; bits of conversation with friends, glimpses of old photographs—and reading messages on “Remembering Gilroy” (go to https://www.facebook.com/about/groups and type “Remembering Gilroy” in the search box at top right).  Started by Kathleen Chavez, people chime in with a wide range of memories about Gilroy. 

Yes, Virginia, there is a Santa Claus

Yes, Virginia, there was an editorial about the credibility of Santa Claus, appearing more than 100 years ago in The New York Sun. It was written by Francis Pharcellus Church, an assistant to the paper’s editor.

Experience Something New at Matxain Etxea

Sometimes you need to get out of your epicurean comfort zone to

Ring in New Year with delicious drinks

“End of the year” reviews are a wonderful tradition. As we look back on the passing year, it gives us perspective while we look forward to a new beginning and new year. To complete my first full year writing “The Flavor Chronicle,” I offer a few recipes for celebratory nonalcoholic beverages.

Church Provides Path for Prayer

An ancient means of fostering spirituality seems to be making a

No business like show business: A peek at upcoming season

The theatre season is rolling along into 2014 and 2015 with a menu of shows that will have something to please everyone. Here is an overview of what will play in San Jose and San Francisco.

Reading the course during winter

As I mentioned last week, winter golf has its own set of

Guest view: No one wants our hospital to close

During the 13 years I’ve worked at St. Louise Regional Hospital, I’ve met a lot of community members, including the patient who recently told me that I conducted her ultrasound exam when she was pregnant with her son, who is now 13 years old. I was touched that she remembered me.

Teen organizes fundraiser for Jacob’s Heart

Fifteen years ago, Cecilia Anaya fought cancer but lost the battle when she was just 11 years old. Throughout her journey, the girl and her family benefited greatly from Jacob’s Heart, a local organization that provides support services to cancer patients and their families.

The coming of the High Holy Days

Sept. 27 begins the 10-day period so sacred to Judaism that it

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