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From a ‘Best of LG’ boutique to vaporizers and bongs?
Since the departure of women’s clothing boutique Jackie ‘O from what is considered prime retail space along North Santa Cruz Avenue, town residents, shop owners, Council members and the Los Gatos Chamber of Commerce have been wondering what might replace it.
The three-years-running Best of...
Officers, civilians honored for crime-fighting efforts
Radio Chatter: “Unit 2-4, respond Code 3—to the scene of the crime…luncheon...10-20 is Addison-Penzak JCC...There are many suspects, most well-dressed. A few uniforms. Everyone looks guilty—ETA 11am…An APB has been issued for Jonathan Knowles. Cuffs may be needed as this is a Hot Call!...
Swimwear shop stays creative to weather cooling temps
With colder weather arriving, swimwear brands can face a chilly business climate.
But West Main Street retailer Palapa Lounge Beachwear has proven resilient, staying open consistently for almost 17 years.
Owner Karen Jensen, has survived the highs and lows of temperature-shifts, a global pandemic and rent...
Protesters line both sides of Los Gatos Boulevard for “No Kings” rallies
More than 600 people headed down to Los Gatos Boulevard on Saturday afternoon, to join in nationwide “No Kings” demonstrations that drew millions across the United States.
The crowd gathered outside the Tesla dealership near Lark Avenue, waving handmade signs and chanting as cars passed...
The Butter Paddle—recently named “Best Nonprofit”—celebrates 15 years in Los Gatos
Starting today, “Best Nonprofit” title-holder The Butter Paddle (so-named in our Best of Los Gatos issue, last week) is celebrating its 15-year anniversary in Los Gatos. A ribbon-cutting ceremony will be attended by Mayor Matthew Hudes. At 4pm the store will introduce its new...
Candidate for Assessor’s Office decries $266,000 mailer from Santa Clara County during Measure A campaign
“Due to the federal Medi-Cal cuts, our County-run hospitals and clinics are at risk of closure.”
“Under the leadership of the Board of Supervisors, we are fighting to preserve and protect our critical services.”
These boldface words from Santa Clara County executive James R. Williams greeted...
Final gateway sculptures completed after 4 years
It took four years to install five sculptures, designed by Matt Babcock, at Los Gatos’ entrances.
They emphasize the community’s namesake felines—branding the town with mountain lions made from aluminum.
The initial sculpture went in back in May 2021; the final two debuted in August.
And in...
POLICE BLOTTER (Oct. 5 – Oct. 11)
Sunday, Oct. 5
Following the previous day’s three burglaries, two more occurred on Sunday.
At 4:46 pm, a residence on Westhill Drive was broken into while the reporting person was on vacation. The back door was smashed and it is still unknown what was taken from...
From the editor’s desk: A global design powerhouse stakes new claim in Los Gatos
Just the other day, I’d driven across the Golden Gate Bridge for an evening—and maybe more—away.
There I was sitting at a quaint little Marin County bar, after having ordered wine and ceviche.
I’d been carting around the prior weekend’s T Magazine, from the New York...
Despite push to require a vegetarian menu item, RH expansion in Los Gatos approved unanimously
On Oct. 7, Council unanimously approved a project from the interior design and food & beverage service company RH that will reshape Old Town, giving new life to spaces that once held Gap, Steamers Grillhouse and others. Topics discussed during the public hearing included...
