This report is from the Marin Sheriff's Department: Its unfortunate, but there are a number of different financial schemes that target one of our more vulnerable populations. Online Fraud Schemes have become much more prevalent in recent years and they are extremely sophisticated. Recently, … [Read more...] about Alleged elder fraud scammer arrested in Marin
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Has judicial reform jumped the shark?
Sherman R. Frederick/Properly Subversive The cop killed in New York during a traffic stop started me thinking about some of the recent crime stories in Marin and wondering whether California's judicial reform movement is starting to hurt more than help. Or, in modern culture's terms: Has it … [Read more...] about Has judicial reform jumped the shark?
Ferry adds Saturday evening service from San Francisco to Sausalito
The Golden Gate Ferry will add evening service between San Francisco and Sausalito on Saturdays, Sundays, and holidays beginning Saturday, April 13. The new trip on their modified route schedule will leave San Francisco at 5:50 p.m. and arrive in Sausalito after a 30-minute … [Read more...] about Ferry adds Saturday evening service from San Francisco to Sausalito
County’s Virtual Internship Fair is April 9
Registration is open for the County of Marin’s Virtual Internship Fair, set for 9 a.m. to noon Tuesday, April 9. The free event is a prime opportunity for students in high school and at four-year and community colleges to line up the perfect connection and improve chances of full-time … [Read more...] about County’s Virtual Internship Fair is April 9
From Frances with Love — Part II
By Larry Clinton, Sausalito Historical Society Recently we brought you excerpts from Frances Reed Rideout’s memoirs of Sausalito in the 19th century. Here are some later recollections from the 1890s, lightly edited for continuity. By the time Frances was growing up, the village of Sausalito had … [Read more...] about From Frances with Love — Part II
Measles outbreak warning in Bay Area; immigrant shelters in Chicago tighten vaccination rules
With measles on the rise nationally, and recent cases locally, Marin County Public Health joins Bay Area health officials in urging everyone to be up to date on measles vaccinations and to watch for symptoms after travel or exposure. The best protection against measles is two doses of the … [Read more...] about Measles outbreak warning in Bay Area; immigrant shelters in Chicago tighten vaccination rules
County considers buying golf course for new fire headquarters
The County of Marin will consider an option Tuesday to buy a former golf course property in San Geronimo, creating an opportunity to develop a portion of the site into a new headquarters for the Marin County Fire Department. A public hearing on the proposal is scheduled for the April 2 … [Read more...] about County considers buying golf course for new fire headquarters
Marin’s long-term care facilities outbreak free, first time in four years
The Marin County Health Department reported on Friday (March 29) that for the first time in four years, there are no reported outbreaks of communicable diseases among Marin County’s long-term care facilities. This is due to waning seasonal respiratory viruses and improvements in infection … [Read more...] about Marin’s long-term care facilities outbreak free, first time in four years
50th beach BBQ benefiting Muir Beach firefighters details announced
The Muir Beach Volunteer Fire Department has announced details for The 50th Annual Muir Beach Volunteer Firemen's Barbecue on Sunday afternoon of Memorial Day Weekend, May 26, in Santos Meadows near Muir Beach and Muir Woods. Featuring delicious food, fantastic live music, tasty craft beers, premium … [Read more...] about 50th beach BBQ benefiting Muir Beach firefighters details announced
Marin 911: Hit-and-run driver in Fairfax narrowly misses dog walker, but kills the dog
Editor’s Note: Yes, there are public safety issues in bucolic Marin County. These are just a few of the latest gleaned from cop logs by the journalists at Marin Local News. FAIRFAX Hit & Run: A man walking his dog on March 14 said he crossed Bolinas Road when a grey Jeep tried to run him … [Read more...] about Marin 911: Hit-and-run driver in Fairfax narrowly misses dog walker, but kills the dog