Gov. Gavin Newsom mandated that all state employees and health care workers be vaccinated, or be tested weekly and wear masks to continue in their jobs. This makes California the first state to do so. The mandate takes effect Aug. 9. “We’re at a point in this pandemic where an individual’s … [Read more...] about State workers ordered to get vaccinated, or be tested weekly
Marin News
Arnold backs Scardina
Outgoing Novato County Supervisor Judy Arnold formally announced her support for Jamie Scardina in next year’s sheriff’s race. Scardina is currently the Marin County unsheriff. “I believe he would make a first-rate Sheriff for Marin County. Jamie has just the right combination of extensive … [Read more...] about Arnold backs Scardina
Can you help us ID these pictures?
Help us clean up our archives. This photo is unidentified. If you recognize it, or can provide context, please email our publisher Sherm Frederick at shermfrederick@gmail.com. Help us clean up our newspaper archives. This photo is unidentified. If you recognize it, or can provide context, … [Read more...] about Can you help us ID these pictures?
Unvaccinated Marin-er dies — first since May
Marin County Public Health has reported the first COVID-19 death of a county resident since mid-May. The resident had not been vaccinated against COVID-19 and died Wednesday, July 21, after being admitted to a hospital with respiratory symptoms. The fatality was the 186th in Marin during the … [Read more...] about Unvaccinated Marin-er dies — first since May
25 Years Ago: Lee Gerner died
(Editor's Note: This is an excerpt of Pages From The Past, a feature in the Novato Advance. Lee Gerner is in the news 25 years after his death because of the homeless encampment that now occupies the park that bears his name. The full column will be in the July 28 edition of the Novato … [Read more...] about 25 Years Ago: Lee Gerner died
Marin 911: Wee-wee man had a ‘small build’
Mill Valley June 24 - July 1, 2021 Small Build: A man was reported urinating on Blithedale Avenue. He was described as wearing a white hat, a grey sweater and blue jeans. Wee-wee man, according to witnesses, was said to have a “small build.” Ouch. Oh Deer: Police responded to an … [Read more...] about Marin 911: Wee-wee man had a ‘small build’
County looks to extend ‘Measure A’ tax
The 2012 quarter-cent sales tax measure known as Marin County Parks Measure A has benefitted Marin residents such as ongoing wildfire fuel reduction work, upgraded roads and trails, well maintained parks, reduced entrance fees, and more. The existing Measure A expires in March 2022, and the Marin … [Read more...] about County looks to extend ‘Measure A’ tax
Novato parade was virtual, but the Buckaroo breakfast was real
Novato Advance “Resilience” is how Mayor Pat Eklund put it. Novato is the kind of town that overcomes adversity and last weekend’s 4th of July celebrations said that loud and clear. While the vagaries of the COVID-19 pandemic prevented the city from putting on its traditional parade down … [Read more...] about Novato parade was virtual, but the Buckaroo breakfast was real
Marin libraries say ‘welcome back’
Branches of the Marin County Free Library (MCFL) are among the service agencies, government offices, businesses, and other facilities that are reopening for in-person visits as the COVID-19 pandemic dissipates. MCFL, which has 10 branches throughout Marin, has provided curbside services during … [Read more...] about Marin libraries say ‘welcome back’
Marin re-awakens
Courtesy Photo This is what the Jazz and Blues by the Bay looked like before the pandemic. It’s coming back on July 2. Marinscope Photo Congregants of a San Francisco Buddhist temple gathered in San Rafael last Sunday for a ceremony. Photo by Penny Hansen Novato’s Art … [Read more...] about Marin re-awakens