Marin Democratic Socialists of America have criticized Marin Rep. Damon Connolly for refusing to call for a cease fire in Gaza and taking a trip to Israel. The group posted this on Social Media: Right now, 1.5 million Gazans are crammed into Rafah, having escaped the genocidal bombing campaign in … [Read more...] about Marin socialist group calls Israel president a ‘war criminal’ and criticizes Rep. Damon Connolly for taking a trip to the region
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Alleged fentanyl dealer faces murder charges
Opening arguments for a case against Carson David Schewe (Case # 62-183963) regarding the Placer County's first fentanyl murder case goes to a jury trial next week. The trial will take in Placer County Superior Court, Department 3 in Auburn Placer County District Attorney’s Office filed a … [Read more...] about Alleged fentanyl dealer faces murder charges
Novato Historical Guild features Ed Ryken on the 500-year history of Alcatraz
lThe Novato Historical Guild will hold its Quarterly Membership Meeting on Saturday, March 16, 10 a.m. to 12 Noon, at Novato City Hall, 901 Sherman Ave. Featured speaker will be 57-year Novato resident Ed Ryken. His topic: “This Old Rock: The 500-year Story of How Alcatraz transformed the Bay … [Read more...] about Novato Historical Guild features Ed Ryken on the 500-year history of Alcatraz
Felon on bicycle in Novato stopped, booked for possession of a firearm stolen in Sacramento
On Feb, 17 about midnight, a Novato Police Officer noticed a person riding a bike without lights on Redwood Boulevard. The officer contacted the rider, and he identified himself as Travis Wine, a 28-year-old Novato resident. Wine was currently on Marin County Probation and was searched per his … [Read more...] about Felon on bicycle in Novato stopped, booked for possession of a firearm stolen in Sacramento
Rep. Huffman praises Education Department for looking closer at ‘mixed status’ students
U.S. Representatives Jared Huffman (CA-02), Jesús “Chuy'' García (IL-04), Colin Allred (TX-32), and Nanette Barragán (CA-44) shared the news that the Department of Education (ED) is rolling out new guidelines to provide a temporary process for students to meet critical deadlines for non-federal … [Read more...] about Rep. Huffman praises Education Department for looking closer at ‘mixed status’ students
SEA awarded Garrett Horder Memorial Trophy
For outstanding contributions to youth development through sail training. SEA is the recipient of the 2023 Garrett Horder Memorial Trophy, given annually by the Pacific Coast Yachting Association PICYA), whose constituent associations from San Diego to Vancouver represent hundreds of clubs and … [Read more...] about SEA awarded Garrett Horder Memorial Trophy
Heavy rains flood Fairfax
Heavy rain Saturday (Feb. 17) night flooded downtown Fairfax and throughout Marin County. A flood watch is in effect for Marin County as more rain and gusty winds are expected throughout the three-day weekend. A Flood Watch is in effect from 10AM Sunday 2/18 - 10AM Wednesday 2/21, per the US … [Read more...] about Heavy rains flood Fairfax
Huffman: ‘This is the best we can do’ to stop Israel’s ‘over the top’ military campaign in Gaza
Today, Feb. 9, U.S. Representative Jared Huffman (CA-02) issued the following statement following the news that President Joe Biden issued a national security memorandum that places new restrictions on the use of U.S. military aid: “I have stood firmly with President Joe Biden on two important … [Read more...] about Huffman: ‘This is the best we can do’ to stop Israel’s ‘over the top’ military campaign in Gaza
Family of Oakland WWII pilot notified that his remains have been found and identified
1Lt. Deeds was accounted for in January 2023, but his family only recently received their full briefing on his identification, which is why this release is going out now. ---------- The Defense POW/MIA Accounting Agency (DPAA) announced today that U.S. Army Air Forces 1st Lt. James A. … [Read more...] about Family of Oakland WWII pilot notified that his remains have been found and identified
Winds, rain batter Marin causing widespread power outages
With wind gusts packing punches of 80+ mph and over 2 inches of rain falling in the last 24 hours, many Marin County residents are experiencing power outages and under shelter-in-place orders. The Novato Fire District reported "We continue to receive reports of power outages throughout the … [Read more...] about Winds, rain batter Marin causing widespread power outages