Marin County Public Health Officer Dr. Matt Willis updated the Board of Supervisors on March 28 about the state of the local opioid crisis and outlined strategies to reduce fatal overdoses in Marin in 2023. This year’s strategies are centered around OD Free Marin, a broad coalition … [Read more...] about Marin’s opioid crisis continues
Novato
Novato deficit spending rises; Council looks for sustainability
Novato leaders expected the town’s deficit spending to comed in at about $1.6 million by the end of the fiscal year (June 30). The Council was told last week it will likely come in at $1.8 million. Like every city in Marin, Novato has faced several years of rising expenses, from utility costs to … [Read more...] about Novato deficit spending rises; Council looks for sustainability
Rotary scholarships for Marin students are now up for the taking
The Rotary Club of Ignacio is offering three different scholarships for Marin graduating high school seniors and college students for the upcoming 2023-2024 academic year. The Club will be offering several one-year $500-$2,000 Novato high school graduating senior general scholarships, six collegiate … [Read more...] about Rotary scholarships for Marin students are now up for the taking
C’mon San Rafael, the investigation into the takedown of a day worker is taking way, way too long
Sherman R. Frederick/Properly Subversive April Fool’s day came and went. I thought for sure that was when the powers that be in San Rafael would reveal the results of their “thorough” investigation into the beating of a day-worker drinking beer in a parking lot in July 2022. If you’ve … [Read more...] about C’mon San Rafael, the investigation into the takedown of a day worker is taking way, way too long
Marin 911: On opening day of baseball, Fairfax dog rounds second and leaves his signature mark on second base
FAIRFAX Safe At Second: Two dogs were reported running around off leash at Rudy Contratti Field, despite a sign that plainly warned “No Dogs Allowed.” One of them rounded first base and headed to second where it pooped on second base. The frisky Fairfax dogs were gone when police … [Read more...] about Marin 911: On opening day of baseball, Fairfax dog rounds second and leaves his signature mark on second base
St. Vincent’s spring fundraiser raises big bucks for the poor
On Thursday, March 16, the St. Vincent de Paul Auxiliary Board hosted its second annual Ladies’ Boutique, Luncheon & Fashion Show featuring Trina Turk. Our sold-out event was attended by 225 extraordinary women and was hosted at the Meadow Club. Event sponsors included Melissa Ferst of … [Read more...] about St. Vincent’s spring fundraiser raises big bucks for the poor
Marin City’s Darion Trammell leads San Diego State to the Final Four
If you still need a team to root for as the NCAA basketball tournaments heads into the Final Four, Mariners might consider San Diego State University. Why? Because the point guard for SDSU is Darion Trammell who hails from Marin City. He played his high school ball at Saint Ignatius. Last … [Read more...] about Marin City’s Darion Trammell leads San Diego State to the Final Four
Calling high school theater kids
Attention Bay Area high school sophomores, juniors and seniors who love theater and putting on plays. The Eugene O’Neill Foundation invites aspiring young actors, playwrights, and directors to join a free, 10-day retreat, June 14-25 in the beautiful setting of Tao House. Located in the East … [Read more...] about Calling high school theater kids
Sand bags and tarps available
Jack Turturici, a Novato resident, tells Marinscope that he has about 25 sand bags plus tarps at his home free on a first come basis. They are at 85 Presidio Drive in the Hamilton area. Need to knock on the door. Simply go to the courtyard and take the bags and tarps you need. … [Read more...] about Sand bags and tarps available