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BIRTHDAY: Mariano Garduque: Mariano Garduque celebrated his 100th birthday with family and friends. He was born Feb. 16, 1912 in the Philippines. He has four brothers and two sisters. He came to America in 1928 at 16 years old to make a better life for himself, as his family was very poor. Mariano worked hard in the fields for 30 years. In the late ‘50s, he farmed the land he bought in Gilroy. In the ‘60s, he started his own gardening business and worked well into his 80s. He made many trips to the Philippines to visit family and has five children he is very proud of. Mariano is a devout Christian man, enjoys fishing and spending time with his family.

Sheriff's blotter: Jan. 26 through Feb. 10

A motorist crashed into a parked car in downtown Morgan Hill, tying up traffic in the afternoon commute, police said.

The California Highway Patrol's investigation remains unfinished into a Jan. 13 fatal car wreck on Union Road involving suspected driving under the influence, according to an agency spokesman.

Mina is a 2-year-old Chihuahua mix who is happy, sweet and good with other dogs. She also loves to give kisses and to have her tummy rubbed. She has been at the San Martin Animal Shelter since January. If you are interested in adopting an animal, please call (408) 686-3900.

Having a child is a miraculous, wonderful experience and brings with it a lifetime of joy. And lots of bills.