Saint Louise Hospital to re-survey voters on ER tax
Despite gleaning support from voters for a possible sales tax measure to build a new emergency room at Saint Louise Regional Hospital, CEO Joanne Allen said a more straightforward telephone survey is likely before taking the next steps to put it on the ballot.
Man accused of brandishing firearm at neighbor’s friend
A 70-year-old man brandished a handgun at a friend of his neighbor’s who he thought was too close to his home Saturday night, police said.
Man arrested in relation to “horrible” domestic violence incident
A Morgan Hill man was arrested for allegedly choking and punching his girlfriend, sending her to the hospital with multiple injuries including cuts and bruises throughout her face and head, a bloody nose and bloody lip.
Bobcat-eating man admits to possessing meth, cockfighting tools
The west Morgan Hill man accused of killing and eating a bobcat pleaded guilty to the illegal possession of cockfighting tools and possession of methamphetamine, among other charges, according to authorities.
Open for business: Gilroy marvels at brand-new library
Hundreds of people passed through the new library during its grand opening on Saturday, gaping at its size and beauty, and enjoying its services for the first time.
Reward for Sierra’s return raised to $25,000
The family of Sierra LaMar increased the reward for information leading to the missing Morgan Hill teen’s safe return home.
Wood sentencing delayed as he secures payback to police union
The sentencing of Ray Wood, the former Hollister police sergeant and 2010 sheriff candidate convicted of embezzling more than $100,000 from the city officers union, was delayed Friday until June so he has the opportunity to promptly secure and pay back the entire stolen amount.
Sex offender accused of lewd acts in 2009
Sheriff’s detectives Friday morning arrested a convicted sex offender on suspicion of oral copulation and lewd and lascivious acts with a minor in 2009, according to the sheriff’s office.
