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April 28, 2026

Gun maker added to defendants in lawsuit over Garlic Festival shooting

It's been two years since the mass shooting at the Gilroy Garlic Festival claimed the lives of three people and injured 17, but pandemic-related court delays have not stopped victims and families from seeking justice.  On Tuesday, lawyers representing 12 victims and families announced the...

Editorial: Community journalism plays a vital role

In an era dominated by national headlines and global news, local community journalism remains a crucial aspect of informed democracy, civic engagement and social unity. While major media outlets focus on international and national affairs, local journalists provide residents with essential coverage of the...

Letter: Inaction on transportation problems is deadly

Whenever I read about another fatal crossover collision I remember giving the eulogy for Morgan Hill’s Janet Graham at her church. The San Benito County Health Nurse was killed in one of these on Hwy. 25 before COG “leaders” decided to install center dividers.  I...

Meet the candidates for Morgan Hill Mayor

With the Nov. 8 election rapidly approaching, this newspaper is committed to helping the voters of Morgan Hill to become as informed as possible about the candidates and issues in local races. City of Morgan Hill offices that will appear on the ballot include...

Robert “The Ghost” Guerrero looks ahead for potential title shot

At a time when most professional boxers are either retired or washed up, Robert “The Ghost” Guerrero (37-6-1) still has plenty left in the tank. That much was evident after the 38-year-old Gilroy native won a unanimous decision over Victor Ortiz in a welterweight...

Former Sobrato standout Jarod Hatch shines for Philippine national team on international stage

Jarod Hatch had to figure out who he was out of the water before he could start reaching his potential in the pool.  And that’s exactly what’s happening with the 2017 Sobrato High graduate and one of the top swimmers on the Philippine national team....

National Night Out draws crowds to Civic Center Plaza

Thousands of Morgan Hill residents braved the early evening heat Aug. 6 to attend National Night Out, an annual public safety event that aims to promote positive connections between law enforcement agencies and the community. Morgan Hill Police Department staff handed out free ice cream...

Garlic facility sale terminated

An investment firm’s $110 million deal to buy a Gilroy onion and garlic processing facility fell through due to financial difficulties caused by Covid-19. Olam International, one of Gilroy’s largest private employers, announced in November that it had sold its onion and garlic processing facility...

Religion: Stopping violence in God’s name

There has been too much senseless violence caused by firearms in this country. Recently, three nine-year olds were killed at a Nashville Christian school and an unarmed African-American teenager, Ralf Yarl, was shot in Kansas City because he rang the wrong doorbell. Here in...

Gavilan breaks ground on new library, student center

Gavilan College officials were joined by local and regional representatives, as well as members of the South Valley community, for a groundbreaking ceremony Sept. 10 for the college’s new library in Gilroy. The new library and student resource center is expected to be completed by...

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