For the first time since March 2020, there have been no reported COVID-19 cases in long-term care facilities (LTCFs) and congregate settings in Marin County. The Marin County Public Health Department in it's November report said this is a "landmark achievement" and reflects the effectiveness of … [Read more...] about Good news for Marin on the COVID-19 front; but best to still mask-up for safety
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Special Forces Col. Donohue keynote speaker this Veterans Day in Marin
Colonel Luke R. Donohue (U.S. Army-retired) will serve as the keynote speaker for Marin County’s annual Veterans Day ceremony on Monday, November 11, inside Exhibit Hall at the Marin County Fairgrounds in San Rafael. The host of the ceremony is the Marin County United Veterans Council, … [Read more...] about Special Forces Col. Donohue keynote speaker this Veterans Day in Marin
Accused ‘cold case’ murderer extradited to Marin from Idaho
Michael Eugene Mullen, 75, has been extradited from Idaho and is now in custody of the Marin County Sheriff’s Office. Mullen is accused for the 1973 homicide of Nina Fischer in San Rafael. Fisher's murder remained unresolved until recent new evidence came to light. Mullen will remain in custody … [Read more...] about Accused ‘cold case’ murderer extradited to Marin from Idaho
Marin caper: When interior designers allegedly go bad
On October 10th 2024, Marin County Sheriff’s Patrol Deputies were dispatched to investigate a theft in the Strawberry Area of Mill Valley. The victim reported over the course of approximately five months over $80,000 in jewelry and gift cards had been stolen from her house. She had hired a woman by … [Read more...] about Marin caper: When interior designers allegedly go bad
Your guide to King Tides this winter
San Rafael, CA – During the hot summer months, it can be easy to forget that the winter brings rain and flooding to Marin County. Tide-related flooding can happen whether it is raining or not, but the flooding can increase significantly if elevated tides occur during a storm. Seasonal high … [Read more...] about Your guide to King Tides this winter
County adopts roadmap for 100% electric Marin
The County of Marin now has a guiding document in place to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and fossil fuel use. The Marin County Board of Supervisors voted unanimously on October 15 to approve a final Marin County Electrification Roadmap following months of public outreach and subsequent … [Read more...] about County adopts roadmap for 100% electric Marin
Smoke on Mt. Tam? Don’t panic, it’s probably a planned burn
Plans are underway for a prescribed burn on Mount Tamalpais State Park and watershed lands that may take place in the coming days. Burn planners ask the community to refrain from calling 9-1-1 to report smoke from the burn area allowing dispatchers to remain available for emergencies. The Marin … [Read more...] about Smoke on Mt. Tam? Don’t panic, it’s probably a planned burn
Mill Valley student points phone like a gun, pretends to shoot classmates
Editor’s note: We read the police reports available in Marin County and sniff out the stuff you need to know. It’s our job. MILL VALLEY Dogs Barking: On Sept. 26, Mill Valley’s finest were alerted to dogs barking in the Amicita Avenue area. Service provided. Phone Gun: The assistant … [Read more...] about Mill Valley student points phone like a gun, pretends to shoot classmates
Alleged Oakland drug dealer arrested by Marin cops
In February of 2024, members of the Marin County Specialized Investigative Unit initiated an investigation into a David Lester, a 56-year-old Oakland resident known to be selling illegal narcotics in Marin County. Undercover Detectives were able to purchase illegal narcotics from Lester on … [Read more...] about Alleged Oakland drug dealer arrested by Marin cops
Bike thefts tracked back to homeless encampment, 2 arrested and drugs confiscated
Due to several high-end bicycle thefts throughout the Central Marin and San Rafael areas throughout September, 2024, the Marin County Sheriff’s Office Investigations Division partnered with San Rafael Police Department, Central Marin Police Authority and Marin County Coordination of Probation … [Read more...] about Bike thefts tracked back to homeless encampment, 2 arrested and drugs confiscated