2022 State of the State (Editor’s note: This is a full transcript of California Gov. Gavin Newsom’s annual State of the State address in Sacramento on Tuesday, March 8.) It goes without saying: Given the state of our world, I don’t imagine there are many people outside of these walls waiting … [Read more...] about Gov. Newsom’s 2022 State of the State transcript
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Marin County COVID-19 Update: 24 in Marin died in 43 days
Marin County Special to Marinscope A new analysis of recent local COVID-19 deaths reinforces the need for renewed attention to medical care and recovery treatment, and broader adoption of COVID booster shots. On Feb. 25, Marin County Public Health’s weekly COVID-19 death report revealed 15 … [Read more...] about Marin County COVID-19 Update: 24 in Marin died in 43 days
Portje files lawsuit against Sausalito, says his treatment was akin to ‘slave catchers’ in the South
Sherman R. Frederick Novato Advance Jeremy Portje, a freelance photographer who was arrested by Sausalito police for injuring a police officer and resisting arrest has filed a race-laden lawsuit in federal court against the Sausalito Department and several officers claiming his civil rights … [Read more...] about Portje files lawsuit against Sausalito, says his treatment was akin to ‘slave catchers’ in the South
Sausalito History: The notorious crew of the ferry Sausalito
The wild and notorious crew of the ferry Sausalito It’s well known that the paddle-wheeler ferry Sausalito collided with another ferry in 1901, inspiring the opening of Jack London’s novel, The Sea-Wolf. But I was shocked to learn that the Sausalito had a reputation for careless navigation long … [Read more...] about Sausalito History: The notorious crew of the ferry Sausalito
Marin tip-toes through the worst of Omicron
Sherman R. Frederick Marinscope From Novato to Sausalito, Marin County residents are tip-toeing through the Omicron surge. Two trends have emerged. First, Omicron spreads like lightning compared to the Delta variant, but those who are fully vaccinated suffer mildly compared to those … [Read more...] about Marin tip-toes through the worst of Omicron
2022 – More pandemic limbo for Marin
Marinscope The people of Marin County, who have obeyed the rules as faithfully as any jurisdiction in America, remain stuck in what is shaping up to be another pandemic limbo year with uncertain twists ahead. Last week, county health officials changed the mask rules in Marin to align … [Read more...] about 2022 – More pandemic limbo for Marin
Clear your Saturday night for some championship football — San Marin and Marin Catholic both win, now play for state
Marinscope Clear your Saturday night, Marin because 2021 has become a very special year in the Marin County prep football universe. Not just one, but two teams from Marin will host state championship games on Saturday. And they will both be in Marin. That’s big-time special. But … [Read more...] about Clear your Saturday night for some championship football — San Marin and Marin Catholic both win, now play for state
Up to 13,000-plus sequoias have died
The wildfires that have burned in California in the last two years have killed an estimated 9,761 to 13,737 sequoias. The death toll amounts to nearly a fifth of Earth’s largest trees. “The sobering reality is that we have seen another huge loss within a finite population of these iconic … [Read more...] about Up to 13,000-plus sequoias have died
Life Tribute: Andrea P. Mouille, 1930 -2021
Andrea P. Mouille May 7, 1930 - Oct. 29, 2021 Andrea P. Mouille died peacefully at her home in Novato on Friday, Oct. 29, 2021. Andrea was born on May 7, 1930, in San Francisco to John and Pearl Striethorst. She acquired polio at a young age, but it never held her back. At 16, … [Read more...] about Life Tribute: Andrea P. Mouille, 1930 -2021
Thomas Nibbe Sermon: Would you wait it out … or … abandon your child?
The Rev. Thomas Nibbe Sunday, October 24, 2021 The Scriptures for today "...I will lead them beside streams of water on a level path where they will not stumble..." (Jeremiah 31:7-9)"...those who sow in tears...will reap with songs of joy..."(Psalm 126:5)"...such a high priest … [Read more...] about Thomas Nibbe Sermon: Would you wait it out … or … abandon your child?