FAIRFAX Dumper: A man was seen dumping a large bean bag chair at the corner of Lansdale and Pastori Avenues. A witness saw him do it and called the police. Police contacted the dumper and told him to go back, pick up the chair and dispose of it correctly, which he did. Tent Beef: People … [Read more...] about Marin 911: Fairfax police catch man dumping bean bag chair on the side of the road; tell him to pick it up and dispose of it properly
50th anniversary of the iconic Marin movie ‘American Graffiti’
On Aug. 11, downtown San Anselmo will celebrate the 50th anniversary of the iconic movie "American Graffiti." … [Read more...] about 50th anniversary of the iconic Marin movie ‘American Graffiti’
Parolee shoots up downtown San Rafael
A 31-year-old San Rafael resident, Marco Antonio Gramajo, was arrested by the San Rafael Police Department detectives after determining he was responsible for a daytime shooting in Downtown San Rafael. Gramajo was booked into the Marin County Jail on numerous felony and misdemeanor … [Read more...] about Parolee shoots up downtown San Rafael
3 abalone poachers arrested, each fined $25
Mike Read/Pages From The Past (Editor’s Note: This column by the Novato Historical Society recounts news of the past from the pages of the Novato Advance. The Advance’s website can be found at MarinLocalNews.com.) 100 Years Ago July 1923 – The old screen of the Community House being … [Read more...] about 3 abalone poachers arrested, each fined $25
Marin Ballet joins national dance organization
Marin Ballet announced its official membership in the National Dance Education Organization (NDEO) and the sponsorship of a Secondary Chapter in the National Honor Society for Dance Arts.(NHSDA). Membership in NDEO allows Marin Ballet students who are juniors and seniors in high school the … [Read more...] about Marin Ballet joins national dance organization
Novato woman looks to represent Marin in Congress
Tief Gibbs, president of the Novato Republican Women Federated, announced informally this week that she’s running for Congress in the second district, currently held by Jared Huffman, a Democrat. Rep. Huffman has represented the sprawling congressional district since 2013. The district begins at … [Read more...] about Novato woman looks to represent Marin in Congress
Marin 911: Happy birthday Novato’s K-9 Rookie, helping sniff out bad guys
NOVATO Good Boy: Last week, CHP Solano, CHP Golden Gate Air Operations, and CHP Golden Gate Division, pursued suspected carjacking suspects from Solano County to the Terra Linda area. Officer Macias and K9 Rookie responded to assist the Marin County Sheriff, San Rafael Police Department and CHP … [Read more...] about Marin 911: Happy birthday Novato’s K-9 Rookie, helping sniff out bad guys
Sausalito’s Ice House reopens
Jerry Taylor/Sausalito Historical Society President In 1993, the City of Sausalito celebrated the 100th Anniversary of its incorporation, the Sausalito Historical Society played a big role. With Phil Frank’s leadership, the Society created a historical exhibit in a fourth-floor, empty … [Read more...] about Sausalito’s Ice House reopens
Lost islands of San Francisco topic of history event in Mill Valley
The Mill Valley Historical Society will present a virtual presentation entitled "Lost Islands of San Francisco Bay" with Brian Crawford at 7 p.m. Wednesday. There are several islands in San Francisco Bay that none of us will ever see: Arch Rock, Shag Rock, and Agnes Island are just a few of … [Read more...] about Lost islands of San Francisco topic of history event in Mill Valley
Got a library card? You can reserve the Mill Valley’s recording booth to make your podcast
The Mill Valley Library has a recording booth available and if you have a library card you can reserve it. Record your podcast, narrate a video, or use a quiet space for a remote interview. It can be booked for up to a two-hour session. Learn more about the booth and book your session. … [Read more...] about Got a library card? You can reserve the Mill Valley’s recording booth to make your podcast