Be on the lookout for your voting ballots for the Nov. 3 General Election. They have been sent to all active, registered voters in Marin County. To prevent the spread of COVID-19, voters are encouraged to return their completed ballot by mail. Ballots returned by mail must be postmarked on or before … [Read more...] about Election ballots on the way
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City of Novato cuts staff
The City of Novato has cut its workforce by the equivalent of 17 people to cope with the ongoing budget crunch. The City Council made the decision last month. Most of the cuts will come to positions already left unfilled. It represents a reduction of about 8 percent. Mayor Pro Tem Pat … [Read more...] about City of Novato cuts staff
Charges filed in alleged Novato-based Ponzi scheme
A Novato businessman was charged by federal authorities with allegedly running a large Ponzi scheme that defrauded hundreds of investors. Kenneth Casey and his associate, Lewis Wallach” were charged with conspiracy to defraud 1,300 individuals who invested in Professional Financial … [Read more...] about Charges filed in alleged Novato-based Ponzi scheme
Buckle up for post-election violence
By Sherman R. Frederick Battle Born Media Gun sales from coast to coast and throughout the fruited plain have soared in the runup to the presidential election. And where are sales really up? In the seven presidential “toss up” states of Arizona, Florida, Michigan, Pennsylvania, New … [Read more...] about Buckle up for post-election violence
Olive School office worker tests positive for COVID-19
A woman who lives in Contra Costa County but works at Olive Elementary School in Novato worked at the school on Sept. 16, 17 and 18. She tested positive for COVID on the Sept. 19. Three co-workers at Olive Elementary School subsequently stayed home, which Marin County Health Officer Matt … [Read more...] about Olive School office worker tests positive for COVID-19
How we survived COVID-19
(Editor’s Note: This is part of an ongoing project by the Novato Historical Guide preserving the stories of how everyday people coped with COVID-19 pandemic in 2020.) By Barry Smail Novato Historical Guild “I’m conservative by nature, so always wear a mask,” declares Novato resident Rick … [Read more...] about How we survived COVID-19
Novato PD resumes normal lobby hours
The Novato Police Department will resume normal front lobby activities beginning immediately. Normal hours are Monday through Thursday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. The lobby was previously closed due to COVID-19 concerns. The PD press release: "You are still able to report an emergency by phone by calling … [Read more...] about Novato PD resumes normal lobby hours
Mourning Ruth Bader Ginsburg
Eighteen Novatoans held a vigil last Sunday at the corner of Sherman and DeLong to honor the memory and legacy of Ruth Bader Ginsburg, the second woman appointed to the U.S. Supreme Court. Ginsburg died on Friday. “A year ago, we moved to Novato from San Francisco,” said Jenny Collins, who … [Read more...] about Mourning Ruth Bader Ginsburg
Pages From The Past: Novato Mass celebrates VJ Day
Mark Read/Pages From The Past (Editor’s Note: This feature recounts news of Marin through the pages of the Novato Advance.) 100 Years Ago September 1920 -- At the beautiful home of Mr. and Mrs. R.W. Trumbull on Monday evening a most elaborate garden fete was held for the purpose of … [Read more...] about Pages From The Past: Novato Mass celebrates VJ Day
Pages From The Past: Mansion was the site of many social gatherings
By Mike Read Novato Historical Society 100 Years Ago September 1920 -- Misses Margaret and Lulu Sutton have gone to Humboldt County with their brother, for a two weeks’ vacation. Miss Sutton, who is a teacher in the Novato schools, will resume her duties in October. -- A.Respini and … [Read more...] about Pages From The Past: Mansion was the site of many social gatherings