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A Christmas luncheon, hosted by the Spanish Ministry of the Gilroy First Baptist Church, is a chance to enjoy homemade tamales, rice, beans and salad with many delicious desserts. It will be served at noon Dec. 15 in the Social Hall, 8455 Wren Ave. No charge, (408) 848-6000.

On Sunday, December 8th, 2013, the American Muslim Voice Foundation is presenting its 6th Peace Convention at Chandni Restaurant in Newark, California. The AMV Foundation’s conventions have successfully united many multi-faith leaders, scholars, public officials, authors and ordinary citizens whose choices made them extraordinary heroes. For one day, these people from many walks of life share viewpoints and compelling personal stories that extol the strengthening power of peace.

REDUCED ADOPTION FEES:  The FOSMAS Board of Directors voted to again hold our "Home for the Holidays" promotion.  Adoption fees are reduced to $50 for kitties 6 months and older through Sun, January 5th (extra donations gratefully accepted).  The adoption fee for kitties under 6 months is still $125.  These fees help with the costs of de-worming, de-fleaing, vaccinating, testing, spay/neuter, and microchipping. 

DEAR ABBY: My fiancee and I are getting married next summer. Last summer, my closest friend -- a woman -- was murdered. Her husband was charged with the crime. Both of them were to be a part of the wedding party. The husband, "Frank," was to be my best man.

DEAR ABBY: A friend of mine faked a pregnancy to get a man to stay with her. Once he moved in, she told him she'd had a miscarriage. She even went so far as to name this so-called baby.

Some local winery owners in unincorporated areas might think twice about expanding their operations, if a proposed ordinance drafted by the Santa Clara County Planning Department comes into effect.

Here is your latest digest of criminal happenings in South County, recorded from the Santa Clara County Sheriff's substation in San Martin.

A Gilroy man who has been called at least 15 times by identify theft scammers claiming to be from Microsoft wants to spread the warning and prevent additional people from being victimized.

Leading up to Thanksgiving, reminders are everywhere to give to those in need. As we strive to make sure everyone gets a figurative and literal piece of the pie, it is striking to recognize that there are ways we can increase the size of the pie as well. According to a study by the U.S. Department of Agriculture, an estimated 30-40% of our food is wasted, equivalent to $166 billion each year. Imagine how many more meals there would be to go around if it weren’t for this waste. And think of the reduction in your grocery bill!

DEAR ABBY: I was married to a man who ruled my every move. After years of torture and abuse, I finally became frightened enough to leave. Since then I have met a wonderful, caring, loving man who I wouldn't trade for the world. He treats me with kindness, respect and love. He makes me laugh and smile and appreciate life. I am allowed to be myself and function how I will. I am happier than I have ever been.