The Novato Police Department posted this on the department's website: … [Read more...] about Novato police will not enforce federal immigration law
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19.6 miles of Marin roads repaired
The Marin County Department of Public Works (DPW) recently completed five projects to improve sections of roadway across unincorporated areas of Marin. The projects resurfaced a total of 19.6 miles of road and carried a total cost of approximately $6.5 million, about 22% of which was … [Read more...] about 19.6 miles of Marin roads repaired
Sex offender Brett Ortiz of Novato sentenced to 75 years in prison
Convicted Sex Registrant Sentenced to 75 Years to Life for Child Sexual Assault Case In April 2022, the Novato Police Department was alerted to a child sexual assault case that occurred several years prior. An NPD Detective specializing in Child Forensic Interviews spoke with the victim, who … [Read more...] about Sex offender Brett Ortiz of Novato sentenced to 75 years in prison
Trump v Bureaucracy
Sherman R. Frederick/Properly Subversive Democrats call it a “Constitutional Crisis.” I’d call it more of an “Adventure.” Look, you know as well as I that modern presidents have always used executive orders to bend the government how they want. Barack Obama’s famous line — “I have a pen and … [Read more...] about Trump v Bureaucracy
Greenbrae sewage spill disclosed — 87,750 gallons of it at Bon Air shopping center
A sewage spill estimated at 87,751 gallons was reported Thursday, February 6, in the Bon Air shopping center parking lot in unincorporated Greenbrae, behind the Mollie Stone’s market. The preliminary cause was a leak from a pressurized force main operated by the Ross Valley Sanitary … [Read more...] about Greenbrae sewage spill disclosed — 87,750 gallons of it at Bon Air shopping center
Koda joins the Novato Police Department
News from the Novato Chamber of Commerce: In 2024, the Novato Police Department K9 Foundation successfully raised over $25,000 through the sale of hats, t-shirts, and dog biscuits. The funds were generated at a dozen events, including the Novato Chamber Art and Wine Novato Festival of Art, Wine … [Read more...] about Koda joins the Novato Police Department
Storm advisory for Marin through Wednesday
The National Weather Service has issued a Severe Thunderstorm Warning that includes Marin County. Anyone outdoors should move to shelter inside a well-built structure and stay away from windows. These storms are capable of producing widespread damaging winds.Torrential rainfall is also occurring … [Read more...] about Storm advisory for Marin through Wednesday
Marin Juvenile Hall expands specialized tablets for its youth
Marin County Juvenile Hall has reached new heights in enhancing educational connectivity for its youth. The Juvenile Hall actively engages youth by utilizing electronic tablets equipped with a robust database of online academic resources. This initiative represents a commitment to facilitating … [Read more...] about Marin Juvenile Hall expands specialized tablets for its youth
MAGA Republicans take over Marin County Central Committee
The Marin County Republican Central Committee is under new leadership after electing a fresh slate of officers for its executive committee at it meeting on Jan. 30, 2025. The following officers were all elected by unanimous consent: Chairman: John Turnacliff Vice Chair: Antoinette “Tina” … [Read more...] about MAGA Republicans take over Marin County Central Committee
Marin library celebrates Black History Month
The Marin County Free Library (MCFL) is proud to present its annual Black History Celebration, a month-long series of events in February honoring Black voices and cultural contributions. Community members of all ages are invited to participate in programs featuring music, history, … [Read more...] about Marin library celebrates Black History Month