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Elementary student Bradley Hall raises $500 for library in contest with ‘Diary of a Wimpy Kid’ author
Mayor Mary Badame and Los Gatos Library Director Ryan Baker joined other local officials to thank fifth-grade Blossom Hill Elementary student Bradley Hall for raising hundreds of dollars for the library, Monday.
He attended a traveling trivia game show, in Santa Cruz, called "The No Brainer...
There’s no controlling skateboard culture
This year marks 40 years since NC Boardshop first landed in Los Gatos. They’ve moved four times since their doors first opened in 1986. Their current spot at 16203 Los Gatos Blvd. has been their longest lease to date, says co-owner Mike Allen.
They’re in...
Popular St. Mary’s Country Fair returning this weekend
A Tilt-A-Whirl, Wacky Worm Coaster, Teacups, Lolli Swings and six other Butler Amusements carnival rides are among the top attractions at this weekend’s St. Mary’s Country Fair.
The old-fashioned fair, which opens to the public Friday, features a midway teeming with kids and families.
“My kids...
Ousted superintendent gets $308,448 in exchange for waiving right to sue
Following the resignation of controversial former superintendent Bill Sanderson on Oct. 22, the Los Gatos-Saratoga Union High School District has been taking steps to rebuild relationships.
During their Nov. 12 meeting, board members voted unanimously to name Assistant Superintendent of Student Services Heath Rocha acting...
Los Gatos High School boys water polo team looking at a potentially historic season
The Los Gatos High School boys water polo team is in the midst of the greatest run in program history. Two years ago, the Wildcats won their first-ever Central Coast Section Open Division playoff match. A year ago, they captured the Santa Clara...
Dead rat turns up downtown Los Gatos
A dead rat was spotted Downtown Los Gatos on Monday morning, at North Santa Cruz Avenue and Main Street.
It was unclear what killed the animal, however, it lay next to a black animal control box containing poison.
Per the label, the bait station contains desmethyl...
Data shows tuberculosis cases on the rise in Santa Clara County
The County of Santa Clara Public Health Department recently released new data showing a 19% increase in new tuberculosis (TB) diagnoses in the county in 2023, compared to the previous year.
This follows a 6% increase in new TB diagnoses in the county for 2022,...
What I didn’t know before I opened a bookstore
My North Santa Cruz Avenue business, Beyond Text Bookstore, has now been open for over six months.
That’s six months the place has been filled with real people—not just my dreams and hopes.
Upon reflection, I wanted to share a little about what I didn’t know...
Lawler leading Rennie in early Assembly results
Liz Lawler jumped out to an early lead over Rob Rennie in the 28th Assembly District race, according to election results released at 9pm June 7.
Lawler, a Monte Sereno city councilmember who is the lone Republican in the race against three Democrats, garnered 31.3%...
New Almaden offers insights into 19th century life
Early spring is an ideal time to visit Almaden Quicksilver County Park and the adjacent village of New Almaden, for the wildflowers and a reminder of the region's 19th century history. The 4,000-acre park is set against the mountains that mark San Jose’s southern...

















