Letter: Deny permits for Sargent Ranch mine
Juristac is an important wildlife habitat in southern Santa Clara County, and is sacred to the Amah Mutsun Tribal Band. Unfortunately, it is threatened with destruction by a proposed sand and gravel mine that would destroy more than 400 acres of pristine landscape.
County residents...
Around Town: Jonathan Souza leads the way for the South Bay Singers
For the third season, Jonathan Souza will be the artistic director and conductor for the South Bay Singers, a vibrant community choir with members from Morgan Hill, San Martin and Gilroy. Souza brings a wealth of experience and passion to the role, having spent...
Photos: Scarlet Regiment Tournament of Bands
Rain or shine, the Scarlet Regiment Tournament of Bands was going to take place at Andy Hardin Stadium on Oct. 23.
Luckily there was no rain storm on Saturday night as nine different scarlet regiments from schools in the tri-county area competed at San Benito...
As school begins, make a fresh start
This time of year, many of us think about going back to school, for ourselves or for our children or grandchildren. There are all sorts of questions: Who is taking children to school? Do we have the correct supplies? Who is making the lunches?...
Gilroy Police investigate two shootings
Gilroy Police are investigating two separate shootings that occurred earlier this week, one of which resulted in an injury.
At 9:22pm Sept. 9, officers arrived near the intersection of First and Hanna streets on a report of a fight and possible gunshots. A man related...
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 in the past month, killing seven people. The fatalities prompted police to emphasize a message to the public about driving...
San Martin toilet storage project delayed
The Santa Clara County Planning Commission delayed its consideration of a portable toilet storage facility in San Martin Jan. 18, as most members said they needed more information about the company’s operations and potential impacts on neighbors before making a decision.
Washington-based Honey Bucket, which...
South County native Dustin Wolf signs huge NHL contract
Dustin Wolf, born in Gilroy and raised in Morgan Hill through age 10, produced an incredible rookie season with the NHL’s Calgary Flames last year. He recorded a 29-16-8 record, with a .910 save percentage and a 2.64 goals-against average. Wolf was widely credited...
Local Scene: Meet local author Aug. 21
Negrete makes dean’s list
Q Negrete, of Morgan Hill, was named to the Washington University in St. Louis dean’s list for the spring semester. Negrete is enrolled in the College of Arts & Sciences.
To qualify for the Dean's List in the College of Arts &...
Letter: Choose wisely for MHUSD
As the upcoming MHUSD school board election approaches, it's crucial for us to take a close look at the individuals seeking to represent our community and our students’ future. After careful consideration, it is clear that Veronica Andrade is the candidate who possesses the...

















