Celebrating a sweet centenarian
In an excerpt from her published poem, “My Philosophy,” 99-year-old Rena Lamontagne explains in 30 short and simple sentences the “rules” she has lived by throughout her long life.
2 letters: Uncalled for ‘militaristic raid’ by Gilroy police; Mayor Gage proposing more taxes for Gilroyans????
‘Militaristic raid’ by Gilroy police on alleged gambling business uncalled for
Bizarre, buck (naked) wild incident at Longhouse
A crowd of breakfast diners at the Longhouse Restaurant on Monterey Street wrestled an erratic naked man to the ground to free his infant son from his grasp the morning of Aug. 2, according to Gilroy police.
Contractor wants to fire his wife, but save his marriage
DEAR ABBY: I am a self-employed general contractor, and have been for the most part successful. My wife, "Janine," worked in the mortgage industry, but because of the economic downturn hasn't worked in three years.
Harried phone survey taker pleads for a little respect
DEAR ABBY: I'm hoping you will pass this on to your readers. Many of us these days have to work two jobs to make ends meet. In addition to a full-time job, I work a second one in a call center. Yes, I'm one of those dreaded people who call and ask you to do a phone survey.
Adopt Sasha
Sasha is a 7-year-old cat who is sweet and loves to relax in her basket. She is a little fearful, so she would be best as an only cat in an adult only home. She has been at the San Martin Animal Shelter since February. Interested? Call (408) 686-3900. Adoptions are free through the end of August.
Pizza Hut celebrates grand opening
The Morgan Hill Chamber of Commerce recently celebrated the ribbon cutting for the new Pizza Hut in Morgan Hill.
Help is plentiful for military veterans going back to school
DEAR ABBY: This letter is for "Torn in Milford, Conn." I returned to college after 20 years of active duty and know firsthand how difficult the transition can be. Most universities have a veterans' service office where he might be able to connect with students with similar backgrounds and experiences to his. There should also be chapters of the American Legion and the Veterans of Foreign Wars where he can meet others.








