Marinscope Monkeypox is popping up more and more on the radar screens of health officials. In Marin, two cases (and a suspected third) have been reported and more than 2,000 cases nationwide have been reported since May. The county’s health guru, Dr. Matt Willis, told Marin political leaders that … [Read more...] about Monkeypox alarm bells ring in nation and Marin
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Novato school children will get free meals
The Novato Unified School District announced that all students will receive free meals every school day under the newly enacted Universal Meals Program, National School Lunch Program, School Breakfast Program, and the Afterschool Snack Program. Through June 30, 2023, students … [Read more...] about Novato school children will get free meals
Open house this Sunday at Headlands Center for the Arts
Headlands Center for the Arts presents Headlands Open House on Sunday, Aug 28, from 12:00pm to 5:00pm, at Headlands Center for the Arts, 944 Fort Barry, Sausalito. Open House is an opportunity to roam the various buildings of our campus, meet current artists, and view works in progress. Cost: Free, … [Read more...] about Open house this Sunday at Headlands Center for the Arts
Antisemitic flyers distributed in San Rafael neighborhood
An investigation into who distributed antisemitic flyers in San Rafael was started after police were called to the city’s West End neighborhood in the downtown on Sunday (July 24). Just after 6:45 p.m., the San Rafael Police Department received information that an unknown person or persons … [Read more...] about Antisemitic flyers distributed in San Rafael neighborhood
There’s a new sheriff in town, first time in 26 years
The Marin County Board of Supervisors elevated Jamie Scardina to the sheriff of Marin County. He won election to the post in June, taking over from Robert Doyle who retired as of June 30. Doyle had held the position for 26 years. Technically, Doyle’s term ends on Jan. 2, 2023. Sheriff … [Read more...] about There’s a new sheriff in town, first time in 26 years
A county supervisor in the 70s, Denis Rice dies at 90
Marinscope Denis Rice, a county supervisor in the 1970s, died last week at 90. He was one of the first Marin public officials to warn of the growing threat of run-a-way pension liabilities. Rice was a supervisor from 1977 to 1981. He also served on the Tiburon Town Council. … [Read more...] about A county supervisor in the 70s, Denis Rice dies at 90
Another shooting in Marin City — one man dead, two injured
Marinscope Violence struck again in Marin City Sunday night. Residents in the Cole Drive area in the Golden Gate Village neighborhood said they heard shots at just after 10 a.m. When Marin Sheriff’s Deputies arrived, about 30 seconds after the first 911 call, they found a bullet-ridden car and … [Read more...] about Another shooting in Marin City — one man dead, two injured
Marin 911: Another wildfire fire in Marin City
Surfer saved near South Beach in Point Reyes Marin County Sheriff Saved: On July 5, a surfer by the name of Adam was surfing near South Beach in Point Reyes when he was struck in the head by his board after a fall. Adam was knocked unconscious in the water. Witnesses and some of his fellow … [Read more...] about Marin 911: Another wildfire fire in Marin City
Novato Police Chief Beth Johnson sworn in
Incoming Novato Police Chief Beth Johnson is congratulated by San Rafael Police Captain Glenn McElderry (center) and San Rafael Police Chief David C. Spiller at a swearing in ceremony at Novato City Hall on Tuesday July 19. Marinscope Photo by Elliot Karlan. … [Read more...] about Novato Police Chief Beth Johnson sworn in
Fairfax Musician Dave Bergman dies at 91, lauded as the end of an era
By Nels Johnson Special to Marinscope Dave Bergman of Fairfax was a troubadour for all seasons, a musical virtuoso and cool jazz aficionado schooled as a hep cat on the Los Angeles club circuit in the era of Chet Baker, Stan Getz and Gerry Mulligan. Bergman, who dazzled audiences on the … [Read more...] about Fairfax Musician Dave Bergman dies at 91, lauded as the end of an era