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November 4, 2026

Breaking the Silence: The importance of mental health for men

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Mental health is an integral aspect of overall well-being, yet it often remains overshadowed by physical health. This disparity is particularly pronounced among men, who face unique societal pressures and stigmas that can hinder their ability to seek help. The Silent Struggle Traditionally, men have been...

Frightful film fest fundraiser has early success

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A ghastly celluloid extravaganza has reaped bloodcurdlingly impressive results, so far. The youth-led Scares For Cares film fest has attracted a long list of frightening contenders, and just days after launching has already brought in about $3,000 for Lucile Packard Children’s Hospital Stanford. “It’s crazy how...

Town Council: Weed removal, an appeal of a development and federal funding cuts discussed

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The Los Gatos Town Council held its first meeting, closing out summer break, this past Tuesday, Aug. 5. In the two hour convening, among other things, Council members discussed local events that happened during the recess, debated the impact of federal funding cuts and...

Los Gatos High on the fast track – and field

Brandon Vance has lofty goals as the coach of the Los Gatos High track and field team.  “I don’t like to set my sights just on CCS,” he said. “My big thing is the state championships is where the kids have to go in order...

Best of Los Gatos 2025: Families & Pets

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Best Animal Hospital Los Gatos Dog & Cat Hospital Silver Whole Pet Vet Hospital & Wellness Center Bronze Adobe Animal Hospital South Bay Best Dog Friendly Restaurant Willow Street Wood-Fired Pizza Silver Telefèric Barcelona Bronze Enoteca La Storia Best Elementary School Blossom Hill Elementary School Daves Avenue Elementary School Bronze Yavneh Day School Best Family Restaurant Willow Street Wood-Fired Pizza Silver Oren's Hummus Bronze Italian Brothers...

Monte Sereno youth take the lead on emergency preparedness

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The Monte Sereno Youth Commission is helping residents prepare for wildfires, earthquakes, power outages and other disasters by launching an ambitious initiative to build and distribute emergency “go bags” to every household in Monte Sereno. Led by Youth Commission Vice Chair Stella Zeidler and Secretary...

Jake Tonges’ hard work pays off with multi-million-dollar contract

Jake Tonges
Last Thursday, San Francisco 49ers tight end Jake Tonges took a break from apartment-hunting in Los Gatos and Saratoga to chat with the Los Gatan about signing a big two-year contract extension with the team that plays just up the road. “I’ve gotta find a...

Town Hall backed-up due to storm damage, staffing challenges

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Library battery project delayed  Prime Electric LLC has been given an extra year to install a battery storage system at the library. At its June 6 meeting, Council voted to move the deadline to June 30, 2024. Staff reported manufacturing and delivery slowdowns, as well as a...

Fantasy of Lights turns 25; Fentanyl High screening sells out; Campbell library reno begins (local scene)

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Santa Clara County Parks celebrates 25 years of Fantasy of Lights Santa Clara County Parks is commemorating the 25th anniversary of Fantasy of Lights at Vasona Lake County Park in Los Gatos. More than 25,000 vehicles are expected to drive through the park for the duration...

When public service is met with personal attacks

Jeffrey Blum
For the past several years, I have served the Town of Los Gatos as a volunteer commissioner and code enforcement hearing officer. Throughout that time, my goal has been to contribute constructively, help resolve problems, and support the town I call home. Nothing in that...

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