Family History, Education Help Us Remember WWII, Holocaust
It's been an interesting time for my family in terms of learning more about our clan. My nephew had a school project on family histories. My mother shared a story as she worked on it with him and my sister. The first story piqued my brother's interest, prompting requests for more, which I suspect served as a great diversion from the tension he experienced. Also, my mother recently turned 70. As the dutiful daughter of the oldest of 13, who ran a dairy that employed and boarded them all as she grew up, she knew a lot of the "old ones" during the prime of their youths and is very conscious of her role as the link between generations.
Mayor Dennis Kennedy Leaves Indelible Mark
Kennedy's 30 years of public service are tough act to follow
Grateful for Bowling Alley and American Military Personnel
I need to take a break from writing about substance abuse and its prevention in our community. It's hard, though. I read about the number of DUIs in Gilroy. I read about the heartbreak suffered by the family of Juan Sarmiento, an addict who killed himself and was first reported as homeless and then his family clarified that he wasn't. The armories are open and focus is given to people who are homeless, many of whom struggle with addictions. There's news of arguments or violence that require police intervention, all related to alcohol or fueled by some drug use. There's so much to write about.
War Has Been Declared on Free Speech, Private Property Rights
A recent news story illustrates the dangers that ignorance and intolerance pose to our free speech and private property rights. It also illustrates why I don't live in a neighborhood with a homeowners association.
Dragging Out a Scandal at Taxpayers’ Cost
Bruce Tichinin should end his legal appeal against the city to
