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March 31, 2026

Avoid those Fourth of July issues with these tips

Well it's almost Independence Day. You know what that means

Master makeover tames clutter

Patty and Allan were fighting clutter for control of their

City summer rec guide reveals an underlying issue

Beautiful cover on the city of Gilroy’s parks and recreation Summer 2012 Activity Guide shot at the Christopher High School swimming pool with three of Gilroy’s finest young lifeguards. The guide went to the printer weeks and weeks ago no doubt, and, lo and behold, there’s not a word mentioned about activities available at the South Valley Middle School swimming pool. Yep, not going to get many participants when the activity isn’t even listed in the city summer guide. The city staff, clearly, decided to close the pool long before our City Council decided to keep it open. And therein lies a systemic cultural problem that has to be dealt with and eradicated before our city moves forward. As one of our astute Community Pulse Board members commented upon answering the question about whether the city should spend the money to keep the South Valley pool open: “The culture of NO has got to GO.” Not good for a brochure …

Habitat Agency launches 50-year plan

Santa Clara County is stepping up efforts to support restoration and conservation projects through collaborative efforts from a number of local, state and federal agencies.

Be the best performer you can

The remarkable Oprah Winfrey once observed,

NHL: Carolina pulls out 3-2 win over Sharks in OT

SAN JOSE – Carolina finished a five-game roadtrip following the Olympic break with a 3-2 overtime nod against the host San Jose Sharks Tuesday night at SAP Center.

Toffey and Posey: ‘Doggie Luv’

Toffey and Posey, half brother and sister, are my two very best furry friends! As the owner and mother of two doggie kids, I love both my schnoodles (schnauzer/poodle mix) the same, and that, of course, is a whole, whole lot. I am so lucky to have two waggily tails as my two very best friends. Why are they my best times two buddies?   

Bullet train? Maybe, but not through Coe Park

Gilroy City Councilman Bob Dillon's recent unequivocal rejection

Sharks Slip in Tank

San Jose

Repetitive strain? Try repetitive rest

Many computer users stay in a “ready-to-go” position at all times without giving arm, hand, shoulder and neck muscles enough opportunities to rest. There's a simple method to correct this. I call it repetitive rest, but one of my clients called it the “zen” of ergonomics, and once you try it you may agree.

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