KIDNAPPING SUSPECT IS ARRESTED IN LOS GATOS AFTER CHASE
SJPD helicopter assisted in the hunt for the suspect
Drew Penner, Editor
A law enforcement chase of a kidnapping suspect ended peacefully in downtown Los Gatos Sunday evening.
Sgt. Russell Davis of the Santa Clara County Sheriff’s Office said deputies were assisted by a San Jose Police Department helicopter.
“We wanted to make sure we had eyes in the sky,” the public information officer said around 8pm. “Right now we have one male suspect in custody.”
At 4:54pm, the Sheriff’s Office received a report of a domestic dispute in southern Santa Clara County.
“We determined that a female was kidnapped by a male,” Davis said, noting they connected the incident to a specific vehicle. “Deputies attempted to stop that vehicle.
“The vehicle took off at a high rate of speed.”
Law enforcement tracked the vehicle as it wound its way between highways and surface streets.
“At one point the victim was able to get out of the vehicle,” Davis said, adding this occurred in the Camden area of San Jose. “She did escape.”
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NEW CHOPHOUSE AND PUB READY TO OPEN ITS DOORS
Pearce-Percys aim to make former home of LGBG
Faizi Samadani, Contributor
The iconic La Cañada Building is one of the most recognizable spots in town, squarely located
in the Los Gatos Historic Commercial District. And now, a new name is emerging for the second story of the building: Heritage Pub and Chophouse.
Owners Walker and Kristi Pearce-Percy, who are also husband and wife, plan to open the doors to their new restaurant by the end of this month. Working
alongside Executive Chef Yvonne Khananis, they have been preparing the space and menu for the past year. Banners for the new spot were hung up in the windows one year ago; now, their plan to create a vintage Los Gatos experience is coming to fruition.
SPRAYED! Mallet in-hand, Mayor Matthew Hudes participates in the ceremonial tapping of the keg to kick-off the annual Oktoberfest celebrations at the Civic Lawn on Saturday, KCAT TV’s largest fundraiser of the year.
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OFFICE-TO-RESIDENTIAL SHIFT SNAGGED BY IMPROPER NOTICING
Applicant: in the meantime, we’ve reduced the size of the project as requested
Drew Penner, Editor
The residential development dream of one applicant was paused recently when an office-to-single-family zone change for 14331 Capri Dr. was paused due to improper noticing.
And so, on Wednesday night, the Planning Commission voted—once again—to OK the project.
The land is currently zoned Office but was anticipated by the General Plan to become low-density residential. The applicant is Gordon K. Wong. The owner is Ravi Kiran Vallamdas.
The proposed build is a two-story single-family residence with an attached garage.
Sean Mullin, the Town’s planning manager noted the applicant requested a zoning change from office to single-family residential, meaning it has
to come before Planning Commission and Town Council.
“This application, as well as the associated architecture and site application for a new residence was reviewed by the Planning Commission,” he said.
The Planning Commission voted to recommend approval on both, June 25.
“However, following the meeting—and in consultation with the Town Attorney— it was determined that the zone change application did not receive proper public noticing,” he said. “And therefore, this application—with proper noticing—is coming back before the Planning Commission is coming back before the Planning Commission for a new recommendation.”
During public comment, the applicant said they addressed prior concerns by moving the second story front façade five feet back, reducing the size by 330 square feet. They said they also reduced the size of a window and added priva cy trees (kindred spirit hybrid oak) to the plans.
The zoning change was supported unanimously.
CAMPBELL MAN FACES SLEW OF CHARGES
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Santa Cruz Avenue and Los Gatos-Saratoga Road.
Authorities initially said a man was arrested on suspicion of felony kidnapping, felony evading law enforcement, violating probation, violating a restraining order, false imprisonment and domestic battery.
On Tuesday afternoon, the Santa Clara County Sheriff’s Office told the newspaper that 23-year-old Eric Isiah Guerrero, a resident of Campbell, was being charged with “Kidnapping (felony), Probation Violation (felony), Fleeing with Wanton Disregard (felony), Domestic Violence Battery (misdemeanor), Obstructing Use of Wireless Communication (misdemeanor), Violation of a Restraining Order (misdemeanor), False Imprisonment (misdemeanor), False Registration Tabs (felony)”.
CHARGED A Campbell resident was arrested in Los Gatos after a domestic incident led to a kidnapping investigation.
PUBLIC COMMENT The applicant's representative speaks during the Sept. 10 Planning Commission hearing.
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SUNDAY, SEPT. 7
• A customer’s wallet was stolen at the Whole Foods on Los Gatos Boulevard at 12:41pm, after being distracted by another customer inquiring the difference between chunky and creamy peanut butter.
MONDAY, SEPT. 8
• Three parking violations occurred across the day.
• At 10:35pm, a juvenile disturbance was reported at Bachman Park on Bachman Avenue. A group of 4-5 individuals were playing in the park and reportedly smoking.
TUESDAY, SEPT. 9
• At 7:42am, an incident of vandalism was reported at Winchester Fire. Rocks were thrown through the building's bay window by an unknown subject.
WEDNESDAY, SEPT. 10
• In the early hours of the day, a suspicious vehicle was reported at 2:04am on the Stratford School campus. An officer arrived at the scene and initiated activity.
• At 8:25am, residents close to Blossom Hill Road and Union Avenue reported a tree blocking an entire lane of traffic.
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THURSDAY, SEPT. 11
• A juvenile disturbance was reported at 6:23pm on Shannon Road and Amanda Lane. Three teenagers riding electric bikes were shouting racial slurs at the reporting person’s wife. They were gone upon arrival and the police were unable to locate them.
FRIDAY, SEPT. 12
• At 1:18pm, an incident of battery was reported at El Camino Hospital on Pollard Road—although it occurred five days prior. The incident involved a patient punching an emergency room nurse.
• A trespass was reported at Drywalk Blow Dry Bar on North Santa Cruz Avenue at 1:31pm. The reporting person reported a client with mental health issues, who vandalised products in the salon and threatened to post negative reviews on social media.
SEPTEMBER, SEPT. 13
• Three auto burglaries were reported throughout the day, as well as a stolen vehicle.
These reports are compiled from publicly available information released by the Los Gatos-Monte Sereno Police Department.
*Prepared by Emma Solomon
In the Sept. 3 edition of the paper, our article about Taste of Los Gatos mistakenly referred to Jennifer Lin as executive director of the Los Gatos Chamber of Commerce in one instance. She’s actually the CEO. The article about the College of Adaptive Arts, in the same issue, incorrectly called it the Colleges of Adaptive Arts in the lede. And contrary to what Dinah Cotton reported, NUMU will be accepting bongs for their exhibit about the 1960s. We regret the errors.
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Eugene William Madison
November 30, 1935 – July 16, 2025
Eugene William Madison, 89, from Denver, Colorado, passed away unexpectedly in his home, in San Jose, California, on July 16, 2025.
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Born in Denver on November 30, 1935, Eugene devoted his life to his family, his work, and to loving others with great intentionality. He built a remarkable 60-year career in chemical engineering and management, later transitioning into real estate as a broker — always serving with excellence and integrity.
• Three vehicle accidents were reported through out Sunday, although none requiring medical attention.
• Two municipal codes occurred later in the day, one at 4:05pm and the other at 9:51pm. The for mer involved an unhoused individual erecting a tent on the intersection of Harwood Road and Blossom Hill Road, and the latter a gas leafblower at Walgreens on Blossom Hill Road.
Eugene was deeply committed to his wife, Virginia, with whom he shared nearly 64 years of marriage, 20+ of those in their home in Monte Sereno. His steadfast care for her through her journey with Alzheimer’s until her passing in 2020 was a powerful testament to his enduring love and devotion.
His faith in Jesus was deeply important to him and served as a driving force behind his compassion and love for humanity. Eugene had a rare gift for seeing and loving people exactly as they were, and he made sure they knew it. His warmth, authenticity, and intentional kindness left a lasting mark on everyone he met.
He is survived by his three children: Michael and his wife, Karla; Kathy and her husband, Dan Veyna; and Susan and her husband, Rob Ellwood. He also leaves behind 10 grandchildren and 13 great-grandchildren, all of whom he cherished deeply.
A private service will be held in his honor.
In lieu of flowers, the family invites you to show intentional love to someone today — just as Eugene would have done.
April Walewski
September 8, 1969 – January 15, 2025
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April Walewski, 55, a devoted mother and passionate dog lover, passed away at her home in Park City, Utah, on January 15, 2025. Born on September 8, 1969, in Gridley, California. April spent the majority of her childhood in Saratoga, California, before settling in Los Gatos, California, as an adult. She dedicated her life to her family, especially her two beloved children, Christian and Corey, as well as her two surviving dogs, Kloski and Draco.
Due to typos in the July 20 edition of the Los Gatan, in our article about homeowner Sidney French, the permit number for the Certificate of Occupancy and the date of completion for a new water well were misstated. These should have read 40047 and 1990, respectively. We regret the errors.
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A loving and selfless mother, April always strived to provide her children with the best possible life. Her love for animals began early, with her first horse sparking a passion that led her to compete in reining events across the United States, earning numerous awards that stand as a testament to her dedication and skill.
April was never one to shy away from a challenge. She balanced her love for competition with personal achievements, including completing triathlons and marathons, all while pursuing her degree from the University of Phoenix and raising two children. Throughout her life, she faced obstacles head-on, never once complaining, but instead tackling each challenge with determination.
April is survived by her two children, Christian and Corey, and her beloved dogs, Kloski and Draco. A small family gathering was held to celebrate her remarkable life and legacy. Close friends and family were invited to join in honoring the incredible woman she was. In lieu of flowers, the family asks that you remember the many joyful moments April shared with us all, and encourage you to reach out to others who knew her to celebrate the gifts of love, kindness, and joy she gave so generously.
GARBAGE FIRE Firefighters douse flames in the Towne Terrace neighborhood, Sept. 8.
THE SENATOR’S VILLA BECOMES AN AMAZING ARTS VENUE
A benefit with ‘Ballads & Bubbles’ at the Montalvo Arts Center in Saratoga
Dinah Cotton Contributor
This past Friday evening Villa Montalvo was the site for A Benefit with Ballads & Bubbles, the annual fundraiser of the Peninsula Volunteers, Inc. (PVI). Los Gatan along with Embarcadero Media were media sponsors. I was invited and attended; it was an evening to remember and beyond Pluto in enjoyment.
This well-choreographed evening was spectacular and seamlessly coordinated on all levels. Starting off on the veranda, a jazz group played softly while the over 500 guests arrived. The dress was suggested to be “black tie” and a few gentlemen did just that. Mostly, though, there was a variety of dress. The majority of men and women were dressed “California style.”
A $10K Diamond helps to raise funds
In addition to the silent and live auctions, there were champagne glasses to purchase: $200 bought a glass of champagne—and a chance that the glass you purchased had the real diamond in it ($10,000 value). Hank Julian Stenner of Gleim the Jeweler was on hand to identify the real diamond, distinguishing it from the cubic zirconia stones in the other glasses. Stenner said, “We do this to help raise funds for PVI. Our store is in the Stanford Mall. We know how much PVI helps our community and we are happy to give back.” A little later in the evening Stenner revealed the identity of the winner.
Enabling seniors to age in place
For the past 78 years, PVI has been helping seniors in San Mateo and Santa Clara counties, primarily, to remain in their homes to “Age in Place.” PVI, a nonprofit, was founded in 1947. Programs include Little House, which is a community center in Menlo Park offering seniors fitness and other classes along with social activities.
Rosener House
There is also the Rosener House, which is a location where seniors with Alzheimer’s, dementia and other age-related challenges can “hang out.” PVI supports and aids Meals on Wheels and PVI Ride. Additional services are also offered to aid caregivers.
Dinner is served
As the jazz combo wound down, attendees were ushered out of the silent bidding area up to the lawn area for dinner and then a brief live auction. After the live auction came the Righteous Brothers’ Lovin’ Feeling Farewell Tour.
The Righteous Brothers originally con-
SPREADING JOY At Friday evening’s Ballads & Bubbles benefit, more than 500 people dined outdoors and participated in a live auction. In its 78 years in existence, Peninsula Volunteers, Inc. has helped seniors in San Mateo and Santa Clara counties age with dignity.
sisted of Bill Medley and Bobby Hatfield. Hatfield passed on in 2003. In 2016 Bucky Heard joined Medley, allowing the Righteous Brothers sound to continue. Medley has been performing for more than 60 years. On this evening his iconic bass-baritone sounded much like it did in 1964, when he recorded “You’ve Lost that Lovin’ Feelin’,” which became a worldwide hit. Dancing was encouraged by Medley, and many danced under the stars. Those of us who enjoyed this music in our youth knew the words to these songs and sang along.
What an Evening
Funds were raised, a diamond was given away, silent and live auctions were held and cash gifts were donated. PVI’s mission, ”Enabling Seniors to Age in Place,” will carry on. Hats off to Event Chair Susan Martin and her committee members: Honor Huntington, Jan Barker, Chaya Donne, Georgie Gleim, Lisa Murphy, Rebecca Matteson Nelson, Carolyn Schutz, Candice Schwab, Michelle Naber-Smedley, Kelly Vincelette and CEO Peter Olson. Well done, all—a very enjoyable evening for a very worthy cause.
“The Villa”
Located just over four miles to the north of Los Gatos lies the 175-acre site that we call Villa Montalvo. This Italian Mediterranean Revival style mansion was built
by Senator Phelan in 1912–1914. Phelan resided here till his death in 1930. Upon his death he bequeathed it to the State of California. Phelan’s instructions were that the estate would be used as a park and cultural resource. Admission is free to walk the grounds, respecting any special events that might be being held.
In 2005, Villa Montalvo’s name changed to the Montalvo Arts Center (MAC). Some 170 acres are leased to Santa Clara County for use by the county parks system. Recently a $3 million wedding was held here.
In 1978 Villa Montalvo was awarded inclusion in the National Register of Historic Places. The grounds were designed by the same landscape designer (John McLaren) who designed San Francisco’s Golden Gate Park. On these 175 acres there are many gardens and trails—including a trail with an incredible view of the Bay Area. There are areas of untouched woodlands and pergolas as well. Behind the villa itself, there is the Lilienthal Concert Bowl, which is a large outdoor amphitheater.
Queen Califia
The Montalvo name refers to the Spanish fable writer Garci Ordóñez de Montalvo, a 16th-century writer who first coined the name “California.” In his fables he described an island rich with gold and jewels,
populated by Amazons. The queen was named Califia. His writings created the mythical island of California. In his fables Amazons rode griffins—the winged guardians of precious treasure. Griffin statues are found throughout the Montalvo site.
Senator Phelan
“The Villa” was Senator James Duval Phelan’s home up to his death in 1930. Phelan (1861–1930) was a three-time mayor of San Francisco and California’s first popularly elected United States senator. Phelan had strong racist views, which have been noted as history and overcome with today’s diverse communities, including and welcoming all. The trusteeship of the villa was turned over to the Montalvo Association in 1953. This citizens association was formed to insure Phelan’s wishes that his villa would remain a center for arts and culture, as it had been during his lifetime. In 2005, the Montalvo Association took the name Montalvo Arts Center.
Montalvo Arts Center, is now also home to the Lucas Artists Residency Program, which emphasizes the center’s commitment to artists working in different media. Art has the ability to share messages with our diverse community. Through its programs, Montalvo Arts Center claims to impact more than a quarter-million people throughout the Bay Area.
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CHANCE MEETING IN LOS GATOS LED TO NEW BREW
The Promised Land brewery named beer after ‘Krazy’ George Henderson
Robert Airoldi, Contributor
It was a match made in heaven.
The Promised Land Brewery in Gilroy developed a new craft beer called “The Wave,” after “Krazy” George Henderson, the man who invented the act that has become popular in stadiums across the country.
Owner and brewer Brian Schwab said a chance meeting with “Krazy” George in Los Gatos led to the idea. Later, Henderson came to the brewery in downtown Gilroy and loved the beer. Schwab, who knew his history and the story of the wave, said he had the organic thought of calling a new beer named The Wave after the iconic cheerleader.
“He came up to me at a function in Los Gatos and told me of his idea,” Henderson said at the packed Britannia Arms in Capitola where they held a release party on Sept. 6. “I thought he was joking. Two days later he called me and already had the label designed. It’s amazing.”
Schwab said it was a blast watching everyone enjoy the beer and interacting with the local celebrity.
“We’re giving praise to an icon,” Schwab said. “This is awesome.”
For more than 50 years, “Krazy” George Henderson has been the ultimate superfan, the inventor of The Wave, and the world’s first professional cheerleader.
His story began in 1968 as an enthusiastic fan at San Jose State University. His wild energy and booming drum soon turned him into a local legend throughout the San Francisco Bay Area. In 1975, his big break came when Lamar Hunt, owner of the Kansas City Chiefs, brought him in for one game—Henderson was such a hit that he was hired full-time for every home game for the next four years.
But “Krazy” George didn’t stop there. At an Oakland A’s vs. New York Yankees playoff game Oct. 15, 1981, he made sports history by inventing The Wave. That simple, brilliant spark of energy circled the stadium that day and went on to entertain fans everywhere for the next five decades.
From the NFL and NHL to the World
Cup and countless other events, Henderson has transformed crowds into unstoppable fanatics—whether it’s 25,000 fans in a stadium or corporate crowds at business events. Teams and companies that bring him in once usually bring him back again and again.
After all these years, Henderson remains the world’s most famous cheer -
leader. His mission is simple: get people on their feet, get them cheering, and keep The Wave rolling strong.
Henderson’s niece Kendra Bonham made the trip to Capitola from Oroville with seven other friends and family.
“This is an honor, it really is,” she said. “To have my uncle honored like this is incredible. He deserves it.”
ENERGETIC “Krazy” George Henderson gets the crowd going at a recent pre-World Cup party in San Jose.
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DYNAMIC DUO Brian Schwab, owner of The Promised Land, and “Krazy” George Henderson celebrate the release of The Wave craft beer.
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DEMOCRATIC PROCESS The race is on to fill the seat left vacant when former Santa
CANDIDATES MAKE THEIR CASE FOR COUNTY ASSESSOR
Special election to replace Larry Stone takes place Nov. 4
Calvin Nuttall, Contributor
Two candidates seeking to become Santa Clara County’s next tax assessor emphasized their contrasting backgrounds and visions for modernizing the office during a Meet the Candidate forum Sept. 8 at the Morgan Hill Grange.
But Saratoga resident and tech executive Rishi Kumar, another of the candidates, tells the Los Gatan he wasn’t even invited.
Both candidates identified updating the office’s aging COBOL-based computer system as a top priority, though they offered different perspectives on their qualifications for the task.
“I don’t know why,” he said. “That was strange.”
Yan Zhao, a Saratoga City Council member and two-term mayor, and Neysa Fligor, Los Altos vice mayor and the county’s current assistant assessor, addressed residents at the event hosted by the South County Silver Democratic Club.
The special election comes after the retirement in July of longtime former county Assessor Larry Stone, who had held the position since 1994.
East Side Union High School District Board President Bryan Do also wasn’t in attendance at the forum.
The Assessor’s Office determines property values across the county’s more than 450,000 parcels, which in turn informs the property tax for each property. This generates revenue that funds a wide swath of public services, including schools, hospitals and police and fire departments.
Zhao, an electrical engineer and computer scientist who worked in Silicon Valley for nearly 30 years, criticized the current system, which uses COBOL programming language from 1959. She said only one employee in the assessor’s office understands the outdated language, creating the potential for a serious bottleneck in productivity.
expecting to challenge Stone for his seat before he made the decision to step down earlier this year.
“As an engineer who has worked in industry for all these years, I think it’s important to use technology to improve service,” Zhao said. “When we have a sense of urgency, you treat your customer with a sense of urgency and respect.”
Fligor said that, as assistant assessor, she has already begun implementing a modern technology solution, working with her team to move the office away from the COBOL system after 19 years of failed attempts.
“When I joined last year, they said, ‘Neysa, we really would like to get it off the ground,’” Fligor said. “I was able to work with this team to acquire a new modern technology solution. We’ve already invested time, resources and money. It’s good for the county, it’s good for taxpayers. It will increase efficiency and effectiveness.”
Zhao emphasised her preparedness for the role, having begun planning to run for the office as early as 2023, at the time
“To prepare myself after I decided to run for this office in 2023, I took all the classes that are needed if you work in this office,” she said. “You need to take classes, pass exams and get certificates from the Board of Equalization…I’ve worked in the appraisal field for more than 1,000 hours, and I got a professional residential appraiser’s license from the Bureau of Real Estate Appraisers. So I bring the knowledge and technical expertise to this office. When elected, I’m ready to lead.”
Fligor emphasized her current position as assistant assessor and her previous role as attorney for the assessor's office, saying she is “essentially already doing the job of managing the office and overseeing appraisals and assessments.”
She noted she is the only candidate with certification as a property tax appraiser, a legal requirement that differs from real estate or commercial assessment licenses.
“It is very specific to the work we do in the assessor’s office, and there’s a reason why the law requires that you have this expertise. You’re only able to get this expertise based on experience, because it really matters,” Fligor said. “When you’re voting for an assessor, the law requires that California assessors have this certification, and I’m the only candidate who has got this certificate.”
Both candidates stressed the importance of community outreach, noting the absence of the other two candidates for the position at the South County forum. Zhao has received the endorsements of 10 of the 15 mayors in Santa Clara County. She has served seven years on Saratoga’s council, including two terms as mayor during the pandemic.
Fligor is endorsed by Stone and previously held regional leadership positions, including president of the Cities Association of Santa Clara County.
Kumar is a former Saratoga City Council member and author of Winning the AI Arms Race. Like the other candidates, he makes modernizing the office’s aging systems a high priority, claiming to be “the only candidate ready to modernize the Assessor’s Office from day one,” according to his campaign website.
“Essentially I see this job as vp of IT job— someone who understands IT systems, because we need to modernize,” he said. “Part B is to understand finance and operations.” Do was first elected to the EUSHD board of trustees in 2020.
The assessor position is nonpartisan and elected countywide. Whichever candidate is elected on Nov. 4 will serve for the remaining year of Stone’s term before a new election in 2026 for the next full four-year term.
Clara County Assessor Larry Stone stepped down.
Calvin Nuttall is a Morgan Hill-based freelance reporter.
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WILDCATS LOOK TO BE ON VERGE OF HISTORIC SEASON
Boys water polo thrives at Los Gatos High School
Emanuel Lee, Sports Editor
The Los Gatos High School boys water polo team is in the midst of the greatest run in program history. Two years ago, the Wildcats won their first-ever Central Coast Section Open Division playoff match. A year ago, they captured the Santa Clara Valley Athletic League De Anza Division regular-season title and earned another Open Division berth.
Buoyed by four returning starters and an influx of another talented freshmen class, Los Gatos is poised to match or surpass its success from the past two seasons.
“I believe this team can do some amazing things,” Wildcats coach Davor Koret said. “We have the quality and confidence that I think we can take down any team
this season. Of course, we still have much to improve on, but so far everybody has been doing their job.”
Los Gatos entered this week’s play at 3-1, its only loss coming 12-11 to Menlo School, the top-ranked team in the CCS according to Max Preps. The Wildcats are loaded with experience and talent, starting with seniors Mathijs Dirven, Ryan Madsen and Henry Bakota, who have been on the varsity squad since their freshmen year.
The trio’s production and consistency should lead to multiple individual league and CCS honors this season. Junior Richard Runge is another tour de force, possessing one of the hardest shots in the CCS.
“Mathijs, Richard and Ryan are the players our opponents will focus on this season, but we’re going to need everybody to contribute if we want to reach our goals,” Koret said. “The great part
about Mathijs, Richard and Ryan is they’re very good teammates, and that is why the rest of the players have the confidence to execute and do their job.”
Two days before the Menlo School showdown, Los Gatos impressed with a thorough 15-8 dismantling of league rival Harker. Eight different players scored against Harker, which beat the Wildcats in the SCVAL De Anza Division playoff tournament championship match last year.
“Having eight different scorers against Harker is amazing,” Koret said. “We played a great game and I’m very happy with how our guys have played after a slow start.”
Seniors Ben Borenstein and Nicholas Huang are also impact players and provide the team with quality play and depth. Senior Nico Bianchi has been tremendous so far and is one of three goalies on the roster. Sophomore Dominic Hwang, a Bellarmine-transfer, will be
eligible to play at the end of September.
‘When Dominic comes in, it will be a great competition,” Koret said. “Every position needs to have competition for the players to improve, and we’ve been very happy with the level of competition for every position so far.”
Los Gatos also has three goalies on the junior varsity team, meaning the program has six goalies total. It’s a testament to the rich talent in the area and goalie coach Bruno Boltz, a 2018 LGHS graduate.
“Bruno has been working with our goalies and it’s been such a great time for everyone,” Koret said. “The other day, our backup goalie came in and blocked a five meter (penalty) shot. Things are going really well.”
Especially with an outstanding freshmen class that includes TR Engelman, Pasha Heidari, Gabriel Oliveira and Timothy Yang. Engelman scored four
ROCKET ARM Junior standout Richard Runge unleashes a shot in the Wildcats’ season-opening 11-10 win over Serra on Sept. 5.
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goals in the team’s second game of the season, a 9-8 win over Los Altos on Sept. 9.
Koret likened this year’s freshmen class to potentially having the same impact as Dirven, Madsen and Bakota when they arrived on the scene three years ago. Engelman recently returned from Brazil where he helped lead the USA National Cadet team to a silver medal in the U15 Pan Am Championships.
In a 15-9 pool play win over Canada, Engelman earned match MVP honors after he scored two goals, had three assists and drew three exclusions.
“TR did really really well and had a huge role on that Cadet team,” Koret said. “I have high expectations for TR based on what he’s shown in practice and in the games so far. I don’t remember having a freshman score four goals, especially in their first varsity game against a team like Los Altos. We’ve had some great lefties in the past and I feel like TR is continuing that tradition. I’m very excited to have him along with the rest of the freshmen class.”
Out of the 17 players on the roster, four are freshmen and five are sophomores. Koret has reason to be excited because it shows the club programs he runs—the Los Gatos club team and San Jose Express—are serving to be rich pipelines to the high school program.
“It’s super exciting because it shows we’re doing a good job,” Koret said.
The Wildcats have proven to be one of the premier programs in the CCS in the last few years, making them a viable option for rising water polo players alongside the vaunted West Catholic Athletic League schools.
“We’ve had success where kids graduating from middle schools in the area are choosing to go to Los Gatos,” Koret said. “In the past, we would have problems with kids going to private schools instead, like Bellarmine, Mitty, even Harker. But now they find Los Gatos athletics competitive. And based on our recent results, they get to continue to play high level water polo.”
Whether it’s with the Los Gatos club team or San Jose Express, Koret said he stresses the fundamentals at an early age.
“Those fundamental skills are so important in order to implement any tactics in these players at the high school level,” he said. “Our bread and butter is teaching the younger players how to play water polo and build those foundational techniques that will serve them well.”
Dirven, Madsen and Runge all started with the Express before switching to the Stanford water polo club when they were 16 years old.
“They all developed at San Jose Express which is great to see,” Koret said. “The majority of the players are from our club and started with us. With Richard, Mathijs and Ryan, they made the change to Stanford at 16 and it was great to see how we helped them develop to get to that point.”
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RISING ABOVE Four-year varsity player Ryan Madsen delivers a shot in the Wildcats’ 11-10 non-league win over Serra on Sept. 5. (END)
4 freshmen SJ Express and the play LG water polo club the one we created last year, kind of like hs club wher eincoming freshmen get to play rest of ugys in addition to their other club, sj express, stanford or west valley, we keep them in pool 5-6 times a week year round i’m co director of sj express, i mainly do admin part of work, scheduling organzing, communciatioon, sj express 11 years over 300 athletes, one of biggest in california, all 3 homegrown in sj express and now at stanford water polo club, all them developed at sj express so it’s great to see that, majority of our league are players form our club, richard, mathis and ryan; up until age 16 with sj when
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MISSION: REMODELING VACANT DOWNTOWN SPACE WITH A MODERN TOUCH
Heritage, from page 1
Bringing back the heritage Vacant for the last seven years, this space most recently housed Los Gatos Bar & Grill, a popular nightclub and restaurant also known as LGBG. Walking into the space with the new owners, it’s immediately clear that the spot has been given a makeover—to the point of being almost unrecognizable.
The Pearce-Percys are both Los Gatos natives. Almost a decade back, Kristi was approached about using the space for her architecture firm, Cuschieri Horton Architects. Though that plan fell through, it eventually led to the idea of opening a restaurant with friend Yvonne Khananis, who owns Polenteria just downstairs. “I really feel that people who have never started a business, especially in the food business, there’s so much that goes along with it,” Kristi said. A remodel began in August 2024, which led to a reimagining of the space along with the development of a completely different menu.
For both owners and the chef, family values inspired the design of Heritage Chophouse and Pub as a space to create long-lasting memories. Customers can expect classic pub food from Ireland, England and Scotland—fish and chips, shepherd’s pie, bangers and mash, corned beef and cabbage—paired with American classics. In addition to new flooring, an Essex green bar creates a true Irish feel. Seasonal chops will differentiate Heritage Chophouse from
traditional steakhouses, with an array of daily options such as Sunday’s roast and prime rib night. “Comforting, delicious and affordable” are words used by Chef Khananis to emphasize the fare will be pocketbook-friendly, with families able to come here a couple times a week.
A serendipitous relationship led Kristi Pearce-Percy and Khananis to go into business together. Khananis befriended Kristi’s mother as a customer in her store in 2021, and both women have served on the KCAT board and volunteered on Oktoberfest. Realizing they worked well together, the conception of Heritage was a natural progression. “The heritage of this building and this space inspired our logo,” Kristi says, pointing out that it celebrates the different cultures in the building’s past: Dutch, Spanish and Italian. “We’re going to have little pieces of history from the town of places that are no longer, like Steamer’s and CB Hannegan’s, and we’re paying tribute here with old photos, as well as businesses that were in this space like LGBG and Alligator Grill.”
Kristi says that Los Gatos is the town and community that raised her and it is important to make Heritage Chophouse and Pub special as a way to give back. Husband Walker, who has played a hand in overseeing the renovations of the space, also grew up in town, graduating from Los Gatos High School as part of the class of ’97. Walker joined the military and became a pilot; he now serves in the Air Force Re-
serve part time and works as a commercial pilot for United Airlines.
Walker is involved with the Veterans Memorial & Support Foundation, which seeks to place a Flame of Liberty Memorial to honor veterans in Los Gatos. After leaving active duty in 2014, Walker transitioned into the Air Force Reserve at Travis Air Force Base where he flies C-5s. He came across the design for the Los Gatos memorial and met one of the board members in 2018.
Now he serves on the board of directors and is the point of contact for the 9/11 ceremony, which happens annually—though this year the lawn ceremony was put on pause and volunteers went to classrooms to speak on the history of 9/11 and how members of this town played a role in that day. The public ceremony will resume next year for the 25th anniversary of 9/11.
Walker went to the Air Force academy and graduated in May of 2001, then finished pilot training in 2003 and went to the C-5 after training. He eventually flew in Dover, Del., for five years. “I’ve held multiple positions over my career, but I’ve recently just finished being the Squadder and Commander of our C-5 squad: 155 people and flying cargo all over the world. That’s it in a quick nutshell. And I’m still serving now, with over 24 years.”
Place of belonging
In addition to the restaurant and pub, the left corner of the bar is designated
as the Heritage Club, a speakeasy-style space that holds 78 lockers for whiskey and tequila drinkers who pay an annual membership. With seating for six to eight people at a time and a designated server, it’s a place to share shots with friends and colleagues. On the other side of the restaurant is a banquet room for private events; with the outdoor seating in the back patio, the entire space can accommodate 180. There is also a game hall in the back, with multiple arcade games as well as a shuffleboard. “This space was originally the meeting house for a local community service group called the Odd Fellows Lodge, where the men met in the early 1800s. There’s a lot of history in this space, and our goal is to celebrate the history,” Kristi says.
As befits its name, Heritage Chophouse and Pub will celebrate the heritage of Los Gatos. There will be heritage balls as well as wall space for customers to display items that reflect the town’s vintage aesthetic. In the same building, Second Story opened late last year; Petals Creamery, right below, opened this summer. The Historic Commercial District is in a new era, welcoming businesses that will hopefully stand the test of time.
Heritage Chophouse’s soft launch for friends and family will happen in mid September, with a hard launch by the end of the month. Find more information at heritagepubandchop.com.
PREPARED FOR NEW VENTURE Owners Walker and Kristi Pearce-Percy with Executive Chef Yvonne Khananis at the site of their chophouse in Los Gatos.
We’re moving from chips to charm
It’s time to rethink our nicknames for Santa Clara County and Los Gatos
Jeffrey P. Blum, Contributor
Santa Clara County has been carrying around the nickname Silicon Valley for half a century. However, the nickname is as one-dimensional as a microchip. The phrase summons images of hoodie-clad coders, driverless cars, and tech CEOs who think kombucha is a food group. Silicon Valley is iconic, but it’s also like calling Paris Croissant Town. You miss everything else that makes life worth living.
Back in the 1970s, the name may have fit. Chips were the new sliced bread, and engineers were turning apricot orchards into circuit boards. The future was being built in suburban garages, and Silicon Valley sounded sleek, cool, and irresistible. But the county isn’t just solder and stock options. Today we’ve got a mosaic of scrappy startups, trillion-dollar titans, hillside mansions, mountain bike trails and farmers markets. We are wine country, farm country, startup country and oftentimes traffic jam country. Reducing all that to “silicon” is like describing Beyoncé as “a person who sings sometimes.”
A nickname is more than marketing. It’s identity, pride, and a Rorschach test for how we see ourselves. “Silicon Valley” says ambition and innovation, but it leaves out charm, community, and the fact that half of us just want to find parking downtown. It doesn’t reflect the trails where families hike, the wineries tucked into the hills, or the downtown areas where coffee debates rage. So why not trade up for something that captures the full story?
Here are a few candidates for your consideration:
• The Idea Grove — where the orchards sprouted apps instead of apricots.
• Circuit & Soil — where microchips and kale coexist peacefully.
• Spark Valley — caffeine-fueled inspiration at every Philz and Peet’s.
• Innovation Orchard — our roots may be fruity, but our branches are techy.
• The Horizon Valley — scenic views, endless ambition, and Zillow listings that make you cry.
• Harvest of Minds — because brains are our bumper crop, even if humility isn’t.
Each one is part serious, part satire. While none may dethrone “Silicon Valley” tomorrow, they illustrate that this county is more than a chip, more than a startup, and certainly more than a buzzword.
If we’re rebooting Santa Clara County’s nickname, shouldn’t Los Gatos glow up too? “The Cats” has its charms, but we deserve better. This is a town with art galleries, trailheads, and wineries galore. Why settle for something that sounds like a minor-league baseball team when we could have:
• Whisker Ridge — for those who like their nicknames with a side of mountain views.
• Foothill Haven — equal parts charm and overpriced square footage.
• Château Gatos — best paired with Pinot and a property tax bill.
• Gallery & Grapes — because nothing says culture like sipping Cab while debating brushstrokes.
• The Catwalk — where fashion meets small-town strut.
A nickname should spark conversation, pride, and maybe laughter at the coffee house. Names are civic shorthand. They tell outsiders who we are, and they remind locals why they love living here. History shows that nicknames evolve. This county went from orchards to microchips, from suburban garages to global headquarters. It reinvented itself once, and it can do so again. Why cling to a label that only tells half the story? Silicon Valley will always have a place on the business pages, but the story we
tell about ourselves should be bigger, broader, and more human.
Santa Clara County is a place where contradictions live side by side. The same people who write code all day can be found at night sipping Chardonnay in Saratoga, hiking the Los Gatos Creek Trail, or standing in line for artisanal toast. We’re a community of inventors and gardeners, venture capitalists and yoga instructors, big dreamers and small-town neighbors. That doesn’t fit neatly into any one name. But we can at least try for one that doesn’t sell us short. Let’s demote the chip and embrace something more layered, more playful, and distinctly ours. If we can reinvent the world every five years with a new app, surely, we can reinvent a nickname. Names matter. They’re stories. And if there’s one thing we do well in Santa Clara County and in Los Gatos, it’s tell stories. Whether in code, in vineyards, in galleries, or on coffee-stained napkins, our creativity deserves a nickname that keeps up. It’s time to move beyond silicon and embrace something that reminds us that we are ambitious, quirky, outdoorsy, caffeinated, and proud of being different.
Dinah Cotton / Los Gatan
GREENERY A sturdy manzanita tree with its red trunk, stretching out sideways beneath a dead branch along San Benito Avenue in Los Gatos.
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NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER ESTATE OF Joseph G. Arellano. Case No. 25PR200698. To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the will or estate, or both, of (specify all names by which the decedent was known): Joseph G. Arellano. A Petition for Probate has been filed by Mateen Hansen, CLPF, in the Superior Court of California, County of Santa Clara. The petition for probate requests that: Mateen Hansen, CLPF be appointed as personal representative to administer the estate of the decedent.
The petition requests authority to administer the estate under the Independent Administration of Estates Act. (This authority will allow the personal representative to take many actions without obtaining court approval. Before taking certain very important actions, however, the personal representative will be required to give notice to interested persons unless they have waived notice or consented to the proposed action.) The independent administration authority will be granted unless an interested person files an objection to the petition and shows good cause why the court should not grant the authority. A hearing on the petition will be held in this court as follows: Date: 10/3/2025. Time: 9:01 AM.
Dept: 1. Address of the court: Superior Court of California, County of Santa Clara, 191 N. First Street, San Jose, California, 95113. If you object to the granting of the petition, you should appear at the hearing and state your objections or file written objections with the court before the hearing. Your appearance may be in person or by your attorney. If you are a creditor or a contingent creditor of the decedent, you must file your claim with the court and mail a copy to the personal representative appointed by the court within the later of either (1) four months from the date of first issuance of letters to a general personal representative, as defined in section 58(b) of the California Probate Code, or (2) 60 days from the date of mailing or personal delivery to you of a notice under section 9052 of the California Probate Code. Other California statutes and legal authority may affect your rights as a creditor. You may want to consult with an attorney knowledgeable in California law. You may examine the file kept by the court. If you are a person interested in the estate, you may file with the court a Request for Special Notice (form DE-154) of the filing of an inventory and appraisal of estate assets or of any petition or account as provided in Probate Code section 1250. A Request for Special Notice form is available from the court clerk. Attorney for Petitioner: Patricia T. Setser. 2542 S. Bascom Avenue, Suite 210, Campbell, CA 95008. (408) 371-6000. (Pub LGN 9/10, 9/17, 9/24)
Fictitious Business Name Statements
File Number: FBN718814. The following person (persons) is (are) doing business as: LIQUID SUNSHINE AIRBRUSH TANNING , 338 Village Lane, Suite A, Los Gatos, CA 95030. This business is conducted by: An Individual, LUCY AMIRKHANIAN, 19955 Oakmont Drive, Los Gatos, CA 95033000. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on Not Applicable and 08/14/2025 is the file date. Statement filed with the County Clerk of Santa Clara: /s/ Mike Louie /s/ Deputy, 110 West Tasman Drive, San Jose, CA 95134. /s/ Lucy Amirkhanian /s/. (Pub LGN: 08/20, 08/27, 09/03, 09/10/2025)
FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT #718776
The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: Sonesta Select San Jose, 1727 Technology Drive, San Jose, CA, 95110, 1727 Technology Drive Property Owner LLC. This business is being conducted by a Limited Liability Company. Registrant has not yet begun business under the fictitious business name or names listed herein. Above entity was formed in the state of Delaware. /s/Jayesh Keshav. Manager. #20250202270. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Santa Clara County on 08/12/2025. (pub LG 08/27, 09/03, 09/10, 09/17/2025)
File Number: FBN718805. The following person (persons) is (are) doing business as: NICK MILLIGAN CONTRACTING 2974 Aulin Drive, San Jose, CA 95125. This business is conducted by: An Individual, NICHOLAS JOSEPH MILLIGAN, 2974 Aulin Drive, San Jose, CA 95125. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on 06/07/2025 and 08/13/2025 is the file date. Statement filed with the County Clerk of Santa Clara: /s/ Fraulein Dominguez /s/ Deputy, 110 West Tasman Drive, San Jose, CA 95134. /s/ Nicholas Joseph Milligan /s/. (Pub LGN: 08/27, 09/03, 09/10, 09/17/2025)
File Number: FBN719031 . The following person (persons) is (are) doing business as: REVIVED RIDES, 956 Harliss Avenue B, San Jose, CA 95110. This business is conducted by: An Individual, FLORENT FABIEN DAVID PAZ, 956 Harliss Avenue B, San Jose, CA 95110. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on 08/01/2025 and 08/20/2025 is the file date. Statement filed with the County Clerk of Santa Clara: /s/ Nina Khamphilath /s/ Deputy, 110 West Tasman Drive, San Jose, CA 95134. /s/ Florent Fabien David Paz /s/. (Pub LGN: 09/03, 09/10, 09/17, 09/24/2025)
File Number: FBN719009. The following person (persons) is (are) doing business as: 1. BAY RAG COMPANY, 2. SAN JOSE WIPERS, 3. SAN JOSE RAG CO., 4. SAN JOSE BOX CO., 5. ECONOMY INDUSTRIAL WIPING RAGS, 6. ECONOMY WIPERS, 7. ECONOMY RAG COMPANY, 8. HUCK AND TERRY, 9. UNITED TEXTILE , 201 San Jose Ave., San Jose, CA 95125. This business is conducted by: A Corporation, SAN JOSE STERILIZED WIPING RAGS, INCORPORATED, 201 San Jose Ave., San Jose, CA 95125. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on 06/28/1999 and 08/19/2025 is the file date. Statement filed with the County Clerk of Santa Clara: /s/ Corinne Vasquez /s/ Deputy, 110 West Tasman Drive, San Jose, CA 95134. San Jose Sterilized Wiping Rags, Incorporated /s/ Doug Wise /s/ CEO. (Pub LGN: 09/10, 09/17, 09/24, 10/01/2025)
FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT #719132
The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: Sunstone Studios, 3485 South Bascom Avenue, Campbell, CA, 95008, Isaac Sesody. This business is being conducted by an Individual. Registrant has not yet begun business under the fictitious business name or names listed herein. /s/Isaac Sesody. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Santa Clara County on 08/25/2025. (pub Metro 09/10, 09/17, 09/24, 10/01/2025)
FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT #719289
The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: Teck Trades, 6223 Evangeline Drive., San Jose, CA, 95123, Tech Trades LLC. This business is being conducted by a Limited Liability Company. Registrant began business under the fictitious business name or names listed herein on 08/28/2025. Above entity was formed in the state of California. /s/Carol Claire Valle. Manager. #B20250216692. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Santa Clara County on 08/28/2025. (pub Metro 09/10, 09/17, 09/24, 10/01/2025)
FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT #719346
The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: Dry1out Restoration And Construction, 5655 Silver Creek Valley Road, #276, San Jose, CA, 95138, Jason Christopher Pacheco. This business is being conducted by an Individual. Registrant began business under the fictitious business name or names listed herein on 08/07/2025. /s/Jason Christopher Pacheco. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Santa Clara County on 08/29/2025. (pub Metro 09/10, 09/17, 09/24, 10/01/2025)
File Number: FBN718273. The following person (persons) is (are) doing business as: 1. Shapestry, 78 Bentley Ave, Apt 9, Los Gatos, CA 95030. This business is conducted by: An Individual, Robert J Harbison, 78 Bentley Ave, Apt 9, Los Gatos, CA 95030. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on 07/25/2025 and 07/25/2025 is the file date. Statement filed with the County Clerk of Santa Clara: /s/ Nina Khamphilath /s/ Deputy, 110 West Tasman Drive, San Jose, CA 95134. /s/ Robert J Harbison /s/. (Pub LGN: 09/03, 09/10, 09/17, 09/24/2025)
File Number: FBN718964. The following person (persons) is (are) doing business as: Lotus Dental Group, 1374 East Hamilton, Campbell, CA 95008. This business is conducted by: A Corporation, Aman Bhullar, DMD, Inc, 18693 Carriage Hill Drive, San Jose, CA 95120. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on 06/14/2025 and 08/18/2025 is the file date. Statement filed with the County Clerk of Santa Clara: /s/ Nina Khamphilath /s/ Deputy, 110 West Tasman Drive, San Jose, CA 95134. Aman Bhullar, DMD, Inc, Article/ Reg # 4106497, Above Entity was Formed in the State of CA. /s/ Aman Bhullar /s/ Owner. (Pub LGN: 08/27, 09/03, 09/10, 09/17/2025)
FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT #719353
The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: Restoration Specialists JSJCC, 5655 Silver Creek Valley Road, #276, San Jose, CA, 95138, Jason Christopher Pacheco. This business is being conducted by an Individual. Registrant began business under the fictitious business name or names listed herein on 12/01/2016. /s/Jason Christopher Pacheco. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Santa Clara County on 08/29/2025. (pub Metro 09/10, 09/17, 09/24, 10/01/2025)
FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT #719241
The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: 1. Shark Boy Fish And Chips, 2. Golden Catch Fish And Chips, 1100 N First St., STE E, San Jose, CA, 95112, Shark Boy LLC. This business is being conducted by a Limited Liability Company. Registrant began business under the fictitious business name or names listed herein on 09/08/2025. Above entity was formed in the state of California. /s/Huruy Zeratsion. Owner. #B20250133683. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Santa Clara County on 08/27/2025. (pub LG 09/10, 09/17, 09/24, 10/01/2025)
FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT #719221
The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: EYWA, 3764 Quinlan Lane, San Jose, CA, 95118, Yanli Qu. This business is being conducted by an Individual. Registrant began business under the fictitious business name or names listed herein on 08/27/2025. /s/Yanli Qu. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Santa Clara County on 08/27/2025. (pub LG 09/10, 09/17, 09/24, 10/01/2025)
FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT #718589
The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: Diamond Mobile Notary & Fingerprinting, 55 South 20th Street, San Jose, CA, 95116, Maria Cobern. This business is being conducted by an Individual. Registrant began business under the fictitious business name or names listed herein on 12/16/2016. /s/Maria Cobern. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Santa Clara County on 08/06/2025. (pub LG 09/10, 09/17, 09/24, 10/01/2025)
File Number: FBN719277. The following person (persons) is (are) doing business as: 1. SANDBAGGERS GOLF SPOT 2292 Quimby Road, San Jose, CA 95122. This business is conducted by: A Limited Liability Company, SANDBAGGERS GOLF SPOT LLC, 2108 N St Ste N, Sacramento, CA 95816. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on Not Applicable and 08/28/2025 is the file date. Statement filed with the County Clerk of Santa Clara: /s/ Patty Camarena /s/ Deputy, 110 West Tasman Drive, San Jose, CA 95134. Sandbaggers Golf Spot LLC, Article/Reg # BA20250715622, Above Entity was Formed in the State of CA. /s/ Eric Fujii /s/ Managing Member. (Pub LGN: 09/10, 09/17, 09/24, 10/01/2025)
FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT #719126
The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: China Delight, 8045 Wren Avenue, Gilroy, CA, 95020, MRHBusiness Inc. This business is being conducted by a Corporation. Registrant has not yet begun business under the fictitious business name or names listed herein. Above entity was formed in the state of California. /s/Andy Wong. President/Owner. #B20250258016. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Santa Clara County on 08/25/2025. (pub LG 09/17, 09/24, 10/01, 10/08/2025)
FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT #719136
The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: Peanuts Cafe, 275 E. San Fernando Street, San Jose, CA, 95112, Richard Hobbs. This business is being conducted by an Individual. Registrant has not yet begun business under the fictitious business name or names listed herein. /s/Richard Hobbs. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Santa Clara County on 08/25/2025. (pub LG 09/17, 09/24, 10/01, 10/08/2025)
File Number: FBN719537. The following person (persons) is (are) doing business as: 1. CURVATURE , 5468 Blossom Acres Dr, San Jose, CA 95124. This business is conducted by: A Limited Liability Company, MUNSONDESIGN, LLC, 2108 N St Ste C, Sacramento, CA 95816. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on Not Applicable and 09/08/2025 is the file date. Statement filed with the County Clerk of Santa Clara: /s/ Corinne Vasquez /s/ Deputy, 110 West Tasman Drive, San Jose, CA 95134. MUNSONDESIGN, LLC, Article/Reg # 200724110018, Above Entity was Formed in the State of California. /s/ Tyler Munson /s/ President. (Pub LGN: 09/17, 09/24, 10/01, 10/08/2025)
FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT #719676
The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: Ocean Zone Aquatics, 5712 Pontiac Dr., San Jose, CA, 95123, Camille M Robancho. This business is being conducted by an Individual. Registrant began business under the fictitious business name or names listed herein on 09/15/2025. /s/ Camille Ronancho. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Santa Clara County on 09/11/2025. (pub LG 09/17, 09/24, 10/01, 10/08/2025)
STATEMENT OF ABANDONMENT OF USE OF FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME.
FBN719468 , filed on 09/04/2025.
The following person(s)/registrant(s) has/have abandoned the use of the fictitious business name(s): PENINSULA FLEET, 2. PENINSULA FLEET SERVICES, 650 E. El Camino, Sunnyvale, CA 94087. Filed in Santa Clara county on 03/28/02023 under file No. FBN694145. Full Name of Registrant (s): SUNNYVALE AUTOMOTIVE, INC., 650 E. El Camino Real, Sunnyvale, CA 94087. This business was conducted by: A Corporation. Statement filed with the County Clerk of Santa Clara: /s/ Corinne Vasquez /s/ Deputy, 110 West Tasman Drive, San Jose, CA 95134. /s/ Steve Fuentes /s/. Dated: September 04, 2025. (Pub LGN: 09/17, 09/24, 10/01, 10/08/2025)
STATEMENT OF ABANDONMENT OF USE OF FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME.
FBN719472 , filed on 09/04/2025.
The following person(s)/registrant(s) has/have abandoned the use of the fictitious business name(s): P ENINSULA FLEET MANAGEMENT, 2. PENFLEET, 650 E. El Camino, Sunnyvale, CA 94087. Filed in Santa Clara county on 06/03/02024 under file No. FBN706509. Full Name of Registrant (s): SUNNYVALE AUTOMOTIVE, INC., 650 E. El Camino Real, Sunnyvale, CA 94087. This business was conducted by: A Corporation. Statement filed with the County Clerk of Santa Clara: /s/ Corinne Vasquez /s/ Deputy, 110 West Tasman Drive, San Jose, CA 95134. /s/ Steve Fuentes /s/. Dated: September 04, 2025. (Pub LGN: 09/17, 09/24, 10/01, 10/08/2025)
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