‘Bill W. and Dr. Bob’: A poignant look at the founding of A.A.
“Bill W. and Dr. Bob,” is written by Samuel Shem, a doctor and medical novelist, and his wife Janet Surrey, a psychologist. They skillfully lead us through the founding of Alcoholics Anonymous and cover the events that lead to the understanding of the affliction in a poignant and sometimes humorous journey.
Red Phone: What are the rules on fireworks?
“Dear Red Phone, You know what really chaps my hide? My neighbors launching fireworks at all hours of the night this Fourth of July (and often the next day, too!) Can you remind people the rules about lighting fireworks at your home and how to dispose of them? I sincerely appreciate it.”
Churches are historical trove for communities
A recent newsletter of the Gilroy United Methodist Church contained an interesting article by Dispatch columnist Kat Teraji. She explained how the daughter of a former pastor (back in 1938) recently donated to the church “a wealth of artifacts and articles” from that time period.
Burning for you
All marriages have their struggles, but women whose husbands are running toward flaming danger while everyone else is running away face special struggles.
Two Gilroy men arrested for Seaside robberies
Two Gilroy men were arrested last week in Seaside, charged with committing three armed robberies in Monterey County in 24-hour period, according to Seaside police's Peninsula Regional Violence and Narcotics Team unit.
Izaak Diaz, 24, of Gilroy and Mathew Silva, 20, of Gilroy were linked...
Their love radiates
The Gilroy Downtown Business Association announced winners of its second annual “Downtown is for Lovers” essay contest and promotion.
Alyssa Sutton wrote the winning essay about her continuing romance with husband Levi. The winner was selected by judges at the Gilroy Dispatch from multiple entries.
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