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December 21, 2025

Los Gatos football looks to regroup after close loss

Expectations were high for the Los Gatos High football team’s non-league matchup against Peninsula powerhouse Sacred Heart Prep on Sept. 23.  However, a game meant to be defined by exemplary playmaking turned out to be an uncharacteristic showing for both sides, with Los Gatos taking...

High school district hops on lower interest rate train

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The Los Gatos-Saratoga Union High School District announced yesterday it had refinanced some of its debt at a lower interest rate. School board officials put the savings to local property tax payers at $3.6 million. The move covers $33.8 million in general obligation bonds related to...

Handyperson Jeff goes to work with Rebuilding Together

Jeffrey Blum
My dad was an all-around handyperson. He had a well-equipped work room in our basement and the knack to take on and complete difficult home improvement projects, such as installing a central air conditioning system, vents and all, to cool our entire house.  Sadly, I...

A survivor who thrives

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As she was calling out my name at Jazz in the Plazz, I was wondering just who this woman was, wheeling her chair toward me over the dirt, grass and tree roots. I still did not recognize the blonde woman with determination on her...

The ‘eyes’ have it: Jim Barth named grand marshal

Jim grilling
When the 68th annual Los Gatos Children’s Christmas/Holidays Parade steps-off on Dec. 7, all eyes will be on Grand Marshal Jim Barth, who was chosen for his contributions to the town’s youth. Barth is the immediate past president of the Los Gatos Lions Club and...

Wildcats held on as Carmel stormed back

Carmel players
The last Los Gatos High School varsity boys baseball game of the regular season was definitely a thrilling show. The team had an impressive start to the away game in Carmel on Saturday. They stormed out to an 8-0 lead through six innings. Their pitching was...

Backyard entertainment (Home of the Week)

Compass home exterior
This Los Gatos home that was built in 1957 was remodeled in 2020. Located at 17070 Crescent Drive, the 3,460-square-foot home includes five bedrooms and three bathrooms, along with a 318-square-foot bonus room. The extensive remodel of the home included upgrading and replacing much of the...

Man in black dances in the middle of the street, stopping afternoon traffic (Police Blotter, July 23-July 29)

Los Gatos-Monte Sereno Police shoulder patch
July 23 • A man was arrested for being in possession of a controlled substance and unlawful paraphernalia on Bascom Avenue at 12:18am. • A suspect was arrested for trespassing on Belgatos Lane at 11:31am. • A suspect was reportedly stealing rocks in front of a business...

Local DNC delegates react to Biden dropping out of White House race

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In an April 11 interview, Los Gatos Town Councilmember Rob Moore—who was seeking a delegate spot on the guest list at the Democratic National Convention—said unless something “drastic” shifted, he expected President Joe Biden to continue seeking reelection. Since then, there were several key developments:...

Piece of Santa Cruz Wharf breaks off, 3 construction workers caught in the mayhem

wharf collapse in Santa Cruz
After a portion of the Santa Cruz Wharf fell into the Pacific Ocean this afternoon, two people had to be rescued by first responders, while another was able to make it to safety on their own. All three were construction workers. City of Santa Cruz officials...

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