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Teen software entrepreneur launched app to help students with their studies
At just 18, Sulaiman Kaamil is changing the way students access and share knowledge worldwide. The Gilroy-based founder of Selnotes Technologies launched the education startup while still in high school, and says it’s already grown to over 5,000 users across 70 countries.
The idea was...
Los Gatos approves four-condo development
After a “public hearing” that didn’t attract any public commenters, Planning Commission approved a four-condo development that staff had initially recommended against, July 27. It almost didn’t even happen, as 10 minutes into the meeting the applicant hadn’t shown up to the Zoom meeting—so...
Serapi Rug Gallery sells items meant to last generations
The rug is an emblem of Persian culture. Families place them on their living room floors and, at times, hang them from their walls. It’s a celebration of beauty, and can be a mark of decadence.
Babak Falasiri, the owner of Serapi Rug Gallery for...
Los Gatos Council votes to consider allowing cannabis sales
A cannabis business rep told residents attending a Jan. 13 community meeting the company could contribute at least $300,000 to Town coffers if allowed to open a cannabis dispensary. It boasts more than 2,000 local customers.
Owners of Nestldown—a hidden world in the redwoods that hosts weddings and other events—looking forward to the next chapter
The engulfing redwoods that surround Los Gatos are a bit of an enigma. You can’t help but wonder what lies beyond the greenery.
And not too far out of town, there’s a unique venue on 180 acres, known as Nestldown, that’s played upon this sense...
$33,000 boost secured by new Chamber of Commerce team
Last year, the Los Gatos Chamber of Commerce fought a pitched battle to win a top-up in funding out of remaining Covid-relief dollars, from $55,000 to $88,000.
This time around, Council was eager to show its support of new Executive Director Jennifer Lin, agreeing to...
Campbell leaders discuss changes to parklets
The Campbell City Council met on Sept. 20 to discuss a proposed semi-permanent parklet system that would replace the temporary system currently in place, but decided to hold off on taking action on the proposal until at least next month.
Parklets have been a popular...
Chamber of Commerce wins funding boost from Council
Over the past several years under the leadership of Executive Director Catherine Somers, the Los Gatos Chamber of Commerce has become a vital cog in the community’s economic engine.
It’s funded self-guided walking tours, produced informational brochures, hosted meetings for merchants, and created a Santa...
Capybara appearance at Automobuild excites Los Gatos community
Although rodents are typically disdained, Automobuild welcomed the largest rodent species alive with open arms—the capybara.
This past Sunday, the toy store played host to a 2-year old capybara named Tater Tot.
“We wanted to kick off the holiday season with an educational event about capybaras,”...
45 years of Steamer’s
Running a restaurant that has survived 45 years in this town is certainly no small feat. It takes grit, determination, good help and a fair bit of luck. Yet year after year, Steamer’s has delivered a dining experience that continues to reel seafood lovers...


















