Former deputy convicted of rape not collecting pension
Michael Rodrigues, the former San Benito County sheriff’s sergeant serving a 60 years to life prison sentence for rape, would not have been eligible for post-retirement benefits after his firing and conviction.
Local produces documentary on search for Sierra LaMar
In an effort to encourage more people to help search for missing 15-year-old Sierra LaMar, Morgan Hill filmmaker Brian Garcia recently produced a two-part documentary highlighting the volunteer search efforts.
Gun tragedy takes life of police officer’s child
A 3-year-old Gilroy boy – the son of a San Jose Police officer and a Gilroy High graduate who many described as a “fine young man” – died from a gunshot wound Thursday evening, according to the Gilroy Police Department.
Puppy killer pleas guilty
A Gilroy man who's been in custody since last May for killing his wife's 6-week-old Chihuahua puppy pleaded guilty to two counts of felony animal cruelty and once count of misdemeanor battery on Thursday.
Coffee with the mayor, assemblyman July 14
Coffee is on Morgan Hill Mayor Steve Tate Saturday, July 14, from 10 a.m to 11 a.m. at BookSmart. Join the mayor and his special guest Assemblymember Luis Alejo, who will be representing Morgan Hill in the legislature starting 2013. It’s an opportunity to ask the mayor or assemblymember any questions you may have and offer suggestions or ideas. BookSmart is located at 80 East Second Street, Morgan Hill.
3 councilmen declare intentions to run; another is ’85 percent’ sure
Three Hollister councilmen Monday announced definitive runs for office in November, while another one said he was "85 percent" sure he will seek another term.
Register now for Aviation Technology Program at Gavilan
Students seeking careers in aviation and aviation maintenance should enroll now for fall classes in the Gavilan College Aviation Maintenance Technology Program.
Gilroy man arrested for child pornography
Michael Spencer, 42, was arrested 6:30 a.m. Tuesday at his home on the 700 block of Gettysburg Way near 10th Street for possession of child pornography.
