MARIN COUNTY SHERIFF Cat-astrophy: Deputies responded to a complaint in Inverness Park on Dec. 22 regarding the custody of a cat. The cat is supposed to go with the cat as they travel from parent to parent. This time the cat was withheld and left with (OMG) a stranger. Advice given. Kayaker: … [Read more...] about Marin 911: Cat caught in custody battle, dark Santa and big Redwood down
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Walnut Creek internet crimes effort results in 13 arrests
Walnut Creek PD recently hosted an extensive and successful Internet Crimes Against Children (ICAC) operation, partnering with numerous local and federal agencies to safeguard children in our communities. This collaborative effort, which included Novato's police department, resulted in 13 arrests, … [Read more...] about Walnut Creek internet crimes effort results in 13 arrests
Watch out Jailbirds, Kodak is on the job in Marin
The Marin County Sheriff's Office welcomes our newest addition, K9 Kodak! This 1.5 year old lab is our Departments first K9 assigned as a Custody narcotics detection dog. While we have had numerous K9s in the past, Kodak will be assigned to the Marin County Jail. Kodak will be working with K9 … [Read more...] about Watch out Jailbirds, Kodak is on the job in Marin
Drugs, firearms, ammo and cash seized in undercover drug busts in Marin and Sonoma counties
Last month (November) an undercover detective with the Specialized Investigative Unit, was approached by a man, later Identified as Esteban Barahona, who offered to sell the detective cocaine. The detective established a relationship with Barahona where he and another undercover detective began … [Read more...] about Drugs, firearms, ammo and cash seized in undercover drug busts in Marin and Sonoma counties
Chris Chamberlain gets the nod to lead Marin County parks
After nearly 11 years in leadership roles with Marin County Parks, Chris Chamberlain, shown at left, is the choice to become the department’s new leader. County Executive Derek Johnson announced December 23 that Chamberlain, Parks’ assistant director since 2016 and interim director for the past … [Read more...] about Chris Chamberlain gets the nod to lead Marin County parks
Marin activates emergency shelter against incoming storm
In response to a severe storm forecast by the National Weather Service for Marin County, which includes strong wind gusts exceeding 35 mph, leading to downed trees, and potential power outages, Marin County Health and Human Services (HHS) is activating its Severe Weather … [Read more...] about Marin activates emergency shelter against incoming storm
Marin 911: Bomb threat, mysterious prowlers and a weeping woman in Starbucks
MILL VALLEY Sideswipe: An van nicked a parked car on Walnut Avenue on Dec. 3 and kept on going. The driver was described by witnesses as an “old Asian man.” Service provided. Loaded: A citizen found a Colt pistol in her mother-in-law’s home. It was loaded and when she tried to unload it, … [Read more...] about Marin 911: Bomb threat, mysterious prowlers and a weeping woman in Starbucks
5-story building considered for Shoreline Highway near the 101
Several public agencies are reviewing an application for a proposed five-story, 32-unit residential building at a parcel near the junction of Shoreline Highway and Highway 101 in unincorporated southern Marin County. The property is at 150 Shoreline Highway, across from the Manzanita Park & … [Read more...] about 5-story building considered for Shoreline Highway near the 101
Novato Council amends homeless law
Post Date: 12/19/2024 3:30 PM In a continued effort to address homelessness and enhance public safety, the Novato City Council amended its ordinance relating to unlawful camping on December 9, 2024. Novato’s Municipal Code already prohibited unlawful camping with limited exceptions.The … [Read more...] about Novato Council amends homeless law
Properly Subversive: This is how ‘Yellowstone’ ends? With liberal white guilt tied up in a neat bow … disappointing!
Sherman R. Frederick/Properly Subversive I gave up on the TV series “Yellowstone” a couple of seasons ago. I enjoyed the backdrop and the story line, but like a lot of new shows, it went on too long. For me, it ran out of steam and exhausted the original vision by taking the story and character … [Read more...] about Properly Subversive: This is how ‘Yellowstone’ ends? With liberal white guilt tied up in a neat bow … disappointing!