A controlled burn scheduled from Oct. 3-5 in northern Marin is expected to release smoke that will be in full view of anyone in or near Novato and the northern San Rafael areas of Lucas Valley, Marinwood, Terra Linda, and Santa Venetia. Travelers on Highway 101 can expect to be within view as … [Read more...] about Controlled burn set for northern Marin
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Marin 911: Creepy kids in Mill Valley climb on rooftop to video old woman through skylight
MILL VALLEY Roof Walkers: An elderly couple living on Lovell Avenue told police that kids climbed onto their roof to videotape the woman inside their home through the skylight. Service provided. Squatters: A resident on Lovell Avenue discovered six people living in his storage shed. … [Read more...] about Marin 911: Creepy kids in Mill Valley climb on rooftop to video old woman through skylight
Face masks: It’s deja vu all over again
Properly Subversive/Sherman R. Frederick You’d think that after the hell we’ve been through in California during the COVID pandemic – crazy rules imposed, then debunked, then imposed and debunked again – the government powers would be just a wee bit more circumspect before slamming the hammer … [Read more...] about Face masks: It’s deja vu all over again
100 years ago: Novato’s town baker almost killed delivering bread
Mike Read/Pages From The Past 100 Years Ago September 1923 – QUIT PAYING RENT - Buy this 3-room home place for $500 cash and $10 a month. Large lot, windmill, tank, garden, berries, etc., near Boulevard. Whole price only $1,450. Lot 50x300; house wired. See A. H. ANDERSON, Flatiron … [Read more...] about 100 years ago: Novato’s town baker almost killed delivering bread
Alan Watts at Druid Heights – the ‘unintentional community’
Larry Clinton/Sausalito Historical Society A recent online history vignette from the Mill Valley Historical Society (MVHS) mentioned Alan Watts as one of the noteworthy residents of the bohemian community on the southeast flank of Mount Tam back in the 60s. Druid Heights was founded in 1954 by … [Read more...] about Alan Watts at Druid Heights – the ‘unintentional community’
San Marin Homecoming Parade prompts closure of Grant Avenue on Thursday (Sept. 21)
Grant Avenue will be closed between 7th Street and Scott Court from 4 to 8 p.m. Thursday, September 21 for the San Marin High School Homecoming Parade. Intermittent road closures may take place when necessary for participant safety and will be immediately opened back up once the roadway is clear … [Read more...] about San Marin Homecoming Parade prompts closure of Grant Avenue on Thursday (Sept. 21)
Live theater and wine tasting in Mill Valley
The Marin Theater Company is hooking up with Tessier Wines for the Sept. 23 performance of “Odyssey.” Before the showing, ticket holders will be treated to a wine tasting. Get tickets at the Marin Theater Company’s website. The Odyssey is a story told through the female lens. The … [Read more...] about Live theater and wine tasting in Mill Valley
Drifting smoke impacts air quality in Marin, here are tips for coping
Marin Public Health officials are urging community members to take precautions by limiting outdoor activity due to the poor air quality caused by drift smoke from wildfire events throughout Northern California and Oregon. The Bay Area Air Quality Management District has issued an air quality … [Read more...] about Drifting smoke impacts air quality in Marin, here are tips for coping
Fairfax Planning Commission agenda for Sept. 21 meeting
The Fairfax Planning Commission will meet Thursday, Sept. 21, at 7 p.m. at the Woman’s Club. You can find the agenda here: https://www.townoffairfax.org/meetings/planning-commission-september-21-2023/ … [Read more...] about Fairfax Planning Commission agenda for Sept. 21 meeting
A night of mayhem in San Rafael’s Canal District after Guatemalan Independence Celebration
The San Rafael Police Department responded to numerous acts of violence on Friday, Sept. 15, after a peaceful celebration of Guatemalan Independence Day. The independence celebration was held at Northgate mall in the afternoon. Police said the celebration attracted large crowds and was … [Read more...] about A night of mayhem in San Rafael’s Canal District after Guatemalan Independence Celebration