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Gregg Aronica

City Editor

Gregg is based in San Jose, CA, and is a former radio broadcaster with nearly 20 years on-air. A proud member of the LGBTQ+ community, he volunteers with nonprofits around the South Bay. You can often find him in coffee shops, bookstores, and thumbing through new and used video games.

A group of volunteers in "rebuilding together silicon valley" t-shirts pose behind an American Flag.
Development
Seven Trees partners with Lowes to revitalize undeveloped plot in east San Jose
The project will involve planting new trees, spreading decorative chip, and installing new sensors.
December 4, 2023
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Gregg Aronica
A holiday light display in Willow Glen: a brightly lit two-story home, with a white star over the doorway, "Merry Christmas" in red lights, white light deer, a white light angel, multi-colored light gifts, and a brightly lit dancefloor.
City
Which San Jose neighborhood has the best holiday light display?
Holiday lights are serious business in some neighborhoods in San Jose. We take a look at some of the brightest, most colorful holiday displays around town.
December 4, 2023
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Gregg Aronica
The front of the SAP Center in San Jose, with giant stone letters saying "San Jose" under a clear, blue sky.
Sports
In the Tank: What is going on with the San Jose Sharks?
The 2022-2023 season has been rough on the San Jose Sharks. Can fans expect next season to be better?
November 30, 2023
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Gregg Aronica
The childrens section of Santa Clara Library, featuring a frog prince, children's books, and a giant plush Clifford The Big Red Dog.
Education
Santa Clara County’s “Dial-a-Story” program brings the library to your child
What started as a pandemic-era program to help children stay connected to reading has continued to thrive for South Bay children.
November 28, 2023
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Gregg Aronica
A San Jose mural on the side of an overpass depicting an elderly woman reclining in a chair, and a young person playing the flute.
Culture
What are “blue zones,” and could San Jose become one?
Specific regions around the world known as “blue zones” are defined by their higher-than-average population of people over the age of 100.
November 28, 2023
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Gregg Aronica
A skyline view of San Jose from the east foothills, showing downtown, Lake Cunningham Park, Reid Hillview County airport, and east side suburbia.
History
San Jose decades: The 2000s
From the tallest residential apartment building in San Jose to the Bill Walsh Legacy Game, we’re taking San Jo back to the ‘00s.
November 28, 2023
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Alyson Chuyang
Ricardo Cortez, in a brown flannel, holds up a copy of his children's book, "The ABC's of Lowriding — written by R. Cortez"
Culture
5 Minute Pitch: The ABCs of Lowriding by Ricardo Cortez
Local author and artist Ricardo Cortez talks Lowriding culture, history + community, and gives tips on which restaurant has the best orange sauce.
November 24, 2023
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Gregg Aronica
A rendering of BART's phase 2 in downtown San Jose, featuring tunnels beneath the Lacey Bryant mural on San Carlos Street.
City
Answered: What would you name the VTA tunnel boring machine?
From proper punny names to the downright bizarre, VTA’s tunnel boring machine is connecting more than just BART to Santa Clara.
November 21, 2023
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Gregg Aronica
An SJC terminal full of travelers.
Travel and Outdoors
San Jose Mineta International Airport is offering festive live music for busy holiday travelers
From holiday decorations to live music, San Jose Mineta International Airport is pulling out all the stops to ease the stress of travel for the holidays.
November 20, 2023
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Gregg Aronica
Beneath a tree, an outdoor patio set, complete with fireplace and ottoman, overlooks the South Bay hills.
Play
Unique places to stay in San Jose
From hideaway casitas to the Hayes Mansion, San Jose is full of special places to stay that offer guests a break from traditional motels and hotels.
November 20, 2023
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Gregg Aronica
A plate of turkey, stuffing, and cranberry sauce from Left Bank Brasserie.
Food
Where to get Thanksgiving dinner in San Jose
Enjoy a seasonal meal made locally without all the cooking.
November 17, 2023
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Trevor Peters
Thanksgiving turkey being cut on the dinner table.
Nonprofits
Where to find free Thanksgiving meals in San Jose
Enjoy a seasonal meal in San Jose, no matter your circumstances.
November 16, 2023
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Gregg Aronica
The front of a big beige Fry's Electronics building. The store's logo is red, sitting in the middle of a dark green waveform. The doors are open, and it appears lively.
History
Answered: Your memories of Fry’s Electronics
Fry’s Electronics, the quirky, now-defunct big-box retailer finds new life in the hearts and memories of SJtoday readers + followers.
November 14, 2023
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Gregg Aronica
Voluntary Hazing, a Ska Band, does various poses with their instruments in a San Jose garage.
Arts
5 minute pitch: San Jose’s emo ska band Voluntary Hazing
San Jose’s premiere ska/emo group Voluntary Hazing discusses their favorite things to do in San Jose, the best venues, and where to find their favorite tacos.
November 14, 2023
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Gregg Aronica
On the left, a Google Street View screenshot showing the intersection between Seabiscuit Dr., and Gallant Fox Ave., and on the left, an image of the original Seabiscuit racehorse with his trainer.
History
#Asked: Why are these San Jose streets named after racehorses?
In the Edenvale neighborhood of south San Jose, many streets have unique names — and these seven streets are named after truly impressive thoroughbreds.
November 10, 2023
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Gregg Aronica
Chuck E Cheese
History
The wild history of Tully Road’s Chuck E. Cheese
From a toy store kingpin to the world’s first video game consoles, the Chuck E. Cheese off Tully Road has had a wild run in San Jose’s history.
November 10, 2023
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Gregg Aronica
The corner of East Santa Clara and North Fourth streets in downtown San Jose, featuring a Chevron gas station, and office and residential complexes in the background.
Real Estate
Newly approved San Jose housing projects for November
A slate of new housing projects have been approved by San Jose’s City Council.
November 7, 2023
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Gregg Aronica
The front of a beige Fry's Electronics store in the evening, with store logo in red, and lights illuminating the side of the building.
History
Fry’s Electronics: Where are San Jose’s legacy superstores now?
Tech superstore Fry’s Electronics was a San Jose staple for decades. After their collapse in 2021, their iconic buildings in the South Bay face an uncertain fate.
November 3, 2023
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Gregg Aronica
The mural across a side-walk depicts a brightly colored scene with various anthropomorphic Pandas enjoying an afternoon in a park.
Play
11 murals around downtown San Jose
Check out our guide to the many meaningful murals you can find around our city.
November 2, 2023
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Gregg Aronica
An old picture from the 1960s-1970s of the flea market.
City
Answered: San Jose Flea Market redevelopment
SJtoday readers + followers weighed in on the city’s plans of turning the San Jose’s historic flea market, or “La Pulga,” into a mixed-use urban center.
October 31, 2023
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Gregg Aronica
The outside of Kirk's Steakburgers.
Kirk’s closes Campbell location to make way for housing project
After 75 years in operation, Kirk’s Steakburgers suddenly announced the closure of their only South Bay location.
October 27, 2023
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Gregg Aronica
Gregg is wearing a black sweatshirt over a blue button-down flannel. He's wearing a baseball cap. Alyson is wearing a green and blue button-down flannel. They're both smiling, and standing back-to-back in front of a coffee shop with their arms folded across their chests.
Meet your SJtoday editors
Allow us to introduce (or re-introduce) ourselves.
October 27, 2023
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Gregg Aronica
A multicultural group of people enjoy a festival in San Jose's colorful SoFA District. There are tents, food vendors, and a band in the background.
City
San Jose’s pandemic recovery ranks high among other US metros
New research, developments, and data indicate San Jose’s downtown isn’t in a “doom spiral” — it’s on the upswing.
October 24, 2023
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Gregg Aronica
Concept art for VTA's Tamien Station development, including two beige and white 5-story buildings, trees, and people milling around a park.
Development
Just announced: San Jose developments on the horizon
San Jose has approved several new housing initiatives over the course of the past few months, including affordable, residential, and commercial.
October 20, 2023
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Gregg Aronica
The front entrance of the Signia by Hilton Hotel in downtown San Jose.
Real Estate
San Jose hotel tower sale greenlit for SJSU student housing
San Jose city council unanimously approved the sale of the Signia by Hilton hotel to San Jose State University for student housing.
October 19, 2023
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Gregg Aronica
A view of Santa Clara St. looking East from the 8th floor of San Jose's City Hall.
City
Here’s what we know about San Jose’s future speeding cameras
A new law signed by Governor Gavin Newsom calls for installing speeding cameras on high-accident avenues, areas with rampant street racing, and school zones.
October 17, 2023
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Gregg Aronica
The front of a beige Fry's Electronics store in the evening, with store logo in red, and lights illuminating the side of the building.
Development
Tech company to lease former Frys Electronics store for storage
A new report indicates San Jose’s Supermicro will be breathing new life into an old Fry’s Electronics location on East Brokaw Rd.
October 13, 2023
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Gregg Aronica
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Food
Last Call: Willow Glen’s first woman-owned brewery to close
S27 Alehouse and Brewery will tap their final kegs by the end of October 2023.
October 12, 2023
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Gregg Aronica