Local activist starts university’s first NAACP chapter
When Morgan Hill local Ellie Mae Fisher started at Texas Tech University in fall of 2018, she was shocked that there was not a National Association for the Advancement of Colored People (NAACP) chapter there already.
“Why did I come here if they don’t even...
Coronavirus confirmed at Morgan Hill nursing home
Pacific Hills Manor, a skilled nursing home in Morgan Hill, revealed this week that a staff member has tested positive for COVID-19.
The Silos, Ancora Vino to open soon in downtown Morgan Hill
Two Los Gatos-based establishments—a wine shop and a restaurant/bar—will soon open new locations in downtown Morgan Hill.
The Silos restaurant, owned by Oak & Rye of Los Gatos, will open at a newly constructed 1,464-square-foot restaurant space at 17500 Depot Street, within the Granary District...
Gilroy woman accused of bogus cancer fundraising scheme
A Gilroy woman has been charged with wire fraud after federal investigators determined she solicited more than $60,000 in donations by falsely claiming she was suffering from cancer and undergoing treatment, according to authorities.
‘Sidewalk Saturdays’ outdoor retail market starts Oct. 3
In an ongoing effort to promote local businesses, the City of Morgan Hill is encouraging downtown retailers to participate in the weekly “Sidewalk Saturdays” downtown shopping event starting Oct. 3.
Man accused of attempted murder in domestic violence incident
A Morgan Hill man is suspected of trying to kill a woman at his Sundance Drive home after he stabbed her multiple times Jan. 14, according to police.
Two suspects arrested after Morgan Hill burglary, carjacking, pursuit
A woman and her juvenile accomplice were arrested Friday after robbing a Morgan Hill department store, then carjacking a victim when they realized their getaway vehicle left them at the initial crime scene, police said.
Mushroom Mardi Gras canceled for 2021
The Morgan Hill Mushroom Mardi Gras art, food, wine and music festival has been canceled for the second year in a row due to Covid-19 concerns, according to a statement from event organizers.
Morgan Hill rabbit rescue founder charged with mistreating animals
A Morgan Hill woman who ran a nonprofit rabbit rescue for several years is charged animal cruelty and other crimes in relation to the death of one of the bunnies in her care, and the mistreatment of others, according to authorities.
Brenda Andringa, founder of...
Bronze statue ‘Everyone’s Child’ unveiled in memory of Tara Romero
Nearly a decade after 14-year-old Tara Romero lost her life in a drive-by shooting in southwest Morgan Hill, her family, friends and fellow community members gathered Saturday to unveil a statue in her likeness that serves as a monument to peace and unity.
The City...
