Former cop accused of lying to purchase firearm
A former San Mateo Police officer who lives in Morgan Hill faces more than four years in prison for trying to obtain a firearm while he is charged with a previous felony offense, according to authorities.
County: Covid-19 brings more stress, anxiety, depression
Throughout the month of May, the Santa Clara County Behavioral Health Services Department is recognizing Mental Health Awareness Month by highlighting available resources and special events to bring awareness to mental health in local communities and help eliminate stigma around mental health issues.
By the numbers: 48 confirmed cases in MH
As of May 11, there have been a total of 2,341 confirmed cases of Covid-19 in Santa Clara County, according to the county public health department’s website. A total of 129 people have died with Covid-19.
Supes OK $25M ‘emergency’ De Paul project
Construction crews will soon begin extensive work on De Paul Health Center in northeast Morgan Hill, as the county approved a $25 million “emergency repair project” to reopen the former hospital building.
Brightening their day
Robert Boyd, in full Scottish gear complete with a kilt, made his way through the grounds of Westmont of Morgan Hill playing the bagpipes, as the senior residents waved and clapped from their windows.
Donation drive aids ventilator effort
A local dentist has organized a drive to battle a global ventilator shortage during the Covid-19 outbreak.
Dr. Kusum Atraya of Gilroy Family Dental is calling for users of Continuous Positive Airway Pressure (CPAP) machines to donate it to The Ventilator Project and UC Berkeley....
Online portal assists essential workers with childcare
The Santa Clara County Office of Education released a new online portal that will provide essential workers access to childcare during the shelter-in-place order.
City Hall: Morgan Hill steps up with Covid-19 response
Morgan Hill City Hall touted the city’s robust manufacturing sector and the generosity of local companies in helping the community make it through the coronavirus pandemic so far.
County: Non-essential curbside business still prohibited
Bay Area authorities warned residents and business owners that although Gov. Gavin Newsom offered guidance today about how non-essential businesses can start to slowly reopen, such plans are not currently in effect at the local level.
Testing site arrives at Christopher High in Gilroy
A Covid-19 testing site at Christopher High School in Gilroy is expected to go live this week.
