With police and fire staffing stagnating, increased demand for emergency services, and flagging fire stations, Gilroy has turned to a quarter-cent tax measure to shore up public safety in the city.

RIDGELY — Considered by many a “problem play” for falling somewhere between comedy and tragedy, “Measure for Measure” is a tale of morals and humanity, justice and forgiveness — one that could happen ...

A new theater company focused on the works of Shakespeare will debut this month before the north shore's vibrant community theatergoing public, and it will be done outdoors in the afternoon — just as ...