San Mateo woman dies in traffic crash in Gilroy
A San Mateo woman died in a collision with a big-rig on Highway 152 in Gilroy on Dec. 9, according to authorities.
About 3:15pm, the California Highway Patrol received reports of a traffic crash on State Route 152, west of State Route 156 in Gilroy....
Hernandez appointed Morgan Hill’s new fire chief
Marcus Hernandez, a Cal Fire veteran who began his career in 2003, was recently appointed Morgan Hill’s new fire chief.
Hernandez also now serves as Unit Chief of the Cal Fire Santa Clara Unit. He is serving in both positions as of May 5.
“We are...
South Valley unites for farmworkers
On a recent December afternoon, about 30 volunteers gathered at St. Francis Retreat Center in San Juan Bautista to give their efforts to the sprawling, multifaceted Farmworker Caravan—an annual holiday donation drive for families in need in five counties.
Labeled a “Santa’s Workshop,” the Dec....
Gilroy Assistance League accepting grant applications
Gilroy Assistance League is accepting grant request applications through Feb. 21. The local nonprofit considers grant requests that directly benefit youth organizations, programs and schools in Gilroy, San Martin and Morgan Hill, says a press release from Gilroy Assistance League.
This year, Gilroy Assistance League...
Morgan Hill man accused of leading insurance fraud scheme
A Morgan Hill resident and former insurance agent orchestrated a large-scale insurance fraud scheme that ripped off victims to the tune of more than $1.4 million, according to authorities.
Five people were charged recently with felonies related to the fraud scheme, says an April 10...
New Cal Fire map shows wildfire risk shift to the east in Morgan Hill
New state fire maps released for Morgan Hill show significant shifts in wildfire risk designations, with some areas seeing decreased hazard levels while others face stricter building and maintenance requirements.
The California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection’s 2025 Fire Hazard Severity Zone maps, replacing...
Local Scene: South Valley Symphony performs Dec. 14
Celebration continues
The Friends of the Morgan Hill Library continue the celebration of its 50th anniversary with two musical events: Russell Zimmer’s jazz quartet performs at 1pm Nov. 23. Coming on Dec. 7, is Mark Gaetano, a popular local musician performing compositions by Scott Joplin,...
