Marinscope Stories have been part of the human experience since the beginning of our time. They provide an opportunity to share common experiences, allowing for better understanding among us. Redwood trees, giants of the forest, stretch majestically towards the sky, reaching for the stars. On … [Read more...] about New Year’s Eve storytelling under the stars
Mill Valley
Sgt. Sean Kerr retiring from Central Marin Police
Marinscope Central Marin Police Sergeant Sean Kerr, badge number 17, is retiring after 25 years of dedicated service to the communities of Corte Madera, Larkspur, and San Anselmo. Sgt. Kerr started his law enforcement career with the Mill Valley Police Department in 1998 where he was a Field … [Read more...] about Sgt. Sean Kerr retiring from Central Marin Police
Marin 911: Teen accuses parents of taking his dope, police called
FAIRFAX My Dope: Police were summoned to an overheated family scene on Marin Road where a 15-year-old boy was demanding that his parents give him his marijuana back. The parents said they didn’t have it. Situation escalated. Service provided. Unfinished Business: A citizen reported a dog … [Read more...] about Marin 911: Teen accuses parents of taking his dope, police called
Kamala’s stove, COVID vaccination rates and ‘thank you’ for standing up for Jews
Properly Subversive/Sherman R. Frederick ‘Tis the season … to get sick. The Marin County Health Department is doing its best to warn residents that the worst is yet to come as the flu, COVID and RSV bear down on the Bay Area. Thanks to the federal government’s missteps and … [Read more...] about Kamala’s stove, COVID vaccination rates and ‘thank you’ for standing up for Jews
Happy holidays and, oh, by the way, your property taxes due by Dec. 11
When paying bills during holiday season preparations, remember this: The first installment of the 2023-2024 property taxes becomes delinquent at 5 p.m. Monday, Dec.11. Marin County taxpayers are being asked to pay online, by phone or by mail, rather than in-person. Property tax payments can be … [Read more...] about Happy holidays and, oh, by the way, your property taxes due by Dec. 11
Mill Valley Grinch complains about lights
MILL VALLEY Bah Humbug: A neighbor called the cops on a neighbor’s house that is “lit up with lots of lights.” He wanted police to check with code enforcement to see if the lights were legal and at what time, by law, they had to be turned off. Police suggested Mr. Grinch contact code enforcement … [Read more...] about Mill Valley Grinch complains about lights
Barbarians at the gates
Properly Subversive/Sherman R. Frederick Like barbarians of old, bad guys drive into the peaceful villages of Marin from the east and north to plunder our stores and sell fentanyl to our kids. That’s why we need to improve our defenses with license-plate readers on our borders. OK, that may be … [Read more...] about Barbarians at the gates
Sheriff’s Department collecting toys for kids
The Marin County Sheriff’s Office is hosting a pre-holiday celebration and toy give-away at the Southern Marin (Marin City) Substation on Dec. 19, and at the West Marin (Pt. Reyes) Substation on Dec. 21. The day is a fun experience where children (ages 2-12) can visit a “Big Guy in a Red … [Read more...] about Sheriff’s Department collecting toys for kids
Marin Forum: California’s hidden agenda
Marin Forum/Teliha Draheim There is a shortage of affordable housing in California, but there is no shortage of expensive homes. In their flawed assessment of how to solve housing needs, the State manufactured a crisis. Cities were blamed for not producing enough housing. Yet, California towns … [Read more...] about Marin Forum: California’s hidden agenda
E-Bike safety alert issued for Marin — accidents involving kids spike
The Marin County Public Health Department issued a health advisory last week prompted by an increase in 911 responses for e-bike accidents, particularly among young people. 71% of bike accidents among residents aged 10-19 years were e-bike related, compared to 12% among adults. To help … [Read more...] about E-Bike safety alert issued for Marin — accidents involving kids spike