After-school program receives city approval to continue
About 180 Gonzales students are receiving after-school help through the Expanded Learning After School Services Program, which offers homework assistance along with recreational activities for the youth.
TAKE TWO: Alumni recreate yearbook photo 37 years later
Gonzales High School Class of 1981 alumni Jorge Morales, Bill Yoshimura and Wayne Gularte reunited last week on campus after 37 years to recreate a photo from their yearbook.
School community clashes over teacher firings
Gonzales Unified School District is planning to revisit letting three employees go after more than 200 Gonzales parents, teachers and students attended the Feb. 26 School Board meeting out of protest.
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.
A tasty tradition
Every second Tuesday of the month, hungry customers can find John Sargenti making polenta. Sargenti is known throughout Salinas Valley for his skill at the dish.
Hospital Foundation pays tribute to donors
A permanent display at Salinas Valley Memorial Hospital honors hundreds of generous donors to the Salinas Valley Memorial Hospital Foundation.
Additional renewable energy sources being considered
The City of Gonzales is considering expanding renewable energy produced throughout the city with the aid of ZeroCity LLC, OurEnergy, NHA Advisors and Hilltop Securities.
South County cities offer cooling stations for summer
South Monterey County cities from King City to Gonzales experienced high temperatures last week and several cooling stations were planned for residents to get a break from the heat.
Local student receives Congressional Award
Gonzales student Andrew Funk received the Congressional Award from Congressman Jimmy Panetta on April 2.
Salinas Valley Fair cancels poultry show
Due to an outbreak of Virulent Newcastle Disease in California, Salinas Valley Fair officials have canceled poultry shows and exhibits at this yearās event in King City.
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Salinas Valley Police Reports | Published Oct. 29, 2025
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