Hands-on robotics
The Gonzales Branch Library is three weeks into its Robotics class where students from age 10 to high school freshmen learn about design engineering projects, EV3 Science, and coding activities.
Remembering their sacrifice
American flags flew May 28 as the community of Gonzales honored its veterans who lost their lives in World Wars I and II, Korean War, Vietnam War and the War on Terror.
Easter in the Park returns Sunday
Cypress Church of Gonzales will host its third annual Easter in the Park church services, including an Easter egg hunt, on Sunday, April 16, at 10 a.m.
Council recognizes Public Works staff
At the last Gonzales City Council meeting, the council and mayor came together to honor local staff for National Public Works Week, which runs from May 21 to 27.
Pinnacles closed as shutdown continues
Pinnacles National Park, east of Soledad, is now closed to all visitors without confirmed campground reservations, officials announced last week.
BACKPACK GIVEAWAY
First graders at La Gloria Elementary School received a surprise Aug. 13, the first day of school, from Taylor Farms, which gave backpacks to every first-grade student.
Arts Council announces Fine Arts Calendar artist receptions
The Arts Council for Monterey County will host two receptions to celebrate the artists whose artwork is featured in its 2018 Fine Arts Calendar Celebrating Monterey County.
FAIR WINDS DOWN
With the theme āCowboy Up and Wind Down,ā the 2017 Salinas Valley Fair brought thousands of visitors to South County last weekend and featured the annual Junior Livestock Auction, which racked in $2.1 million from the sale of 950 animals.
First Grandparents Day sees origins of local families
The first-ever International Grandparents Day brought together community members young and old to celebrate their heritage at Central Park in Gonzales on Sept. 10.
Decision to let go teachers at end of school year upheld
Gonzales School Board has stood by its decision to let go of several teachers at the end of the school year, with a 4-1 vote last week.
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Salinas Valley Police Reports | Published April 22, 2026
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