Melinda Burrell/Peace Voice Somewhere in Dayton, Ohio, a 13-year-old girl was sassing her mom, who was concerned about the strangers her daughter was talking to on her phone. The mom reached over and snatched the phone out of her daughter’s hand. The daughter started yelling. Fearful that the … [Read more...] about Instead of police, mediators roll to the scene
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Novato’s Capt. Kim Lesik is the first of her kind
The Novato Fire District has announced that Kim Lesik has been promoted to Engine Captain. Lesik is the first female in the district's history to hold such a position. Kim was hired at NFD as a firefighter paramedic in 2003. Kim has a bachelor’s degree in science from Cal State Long … [Read more...] about Novato’s Capt. Kim Lesik is the first of her kind
Inspiration for Joan Baez song ‘A Song For David’ dies in Marin
David Harris, an activist of national import during the Vietnam War, died this month in his Mill Valley home. The New York Times reported that Harris was an “avatar of the anti-war movement.” He refused the draft at the time and served 15 months in federal prison. He was for a time married … [Read more...] about Inspiration for Joan Baez song ‘A Song For David’ dies in Marin
Sausalito arts center set to open this week
The Sausalito Center for the Arts (SCA) officially opens its doors in Sausalito 4 p.m Feb. 16. The center will be a multi-use artistic venue in the heart of downtown Sausalito, along the iconic Bridgeway, establishing a center of the city. It will showcase art and cultural events in all forms … [Read more...] about Sausalito arts center set to open this week
Sen. Dianne Feinstein announces she’s ‘out’ for re-election in 2024.
California's senior U.S. Senator, Dianne Feinstein, tweeted this morning that she won't run for re-election: "I am announcing today I will not run for reelection in 2024 but intend to accomplish as much for California as I can through the end of next year when my term ends. Even with a divided … [Read more...] about Sen. Dianne Feinstein announces she’s ‘out’ for re-election in 2024.
D.A. Frugoli targets property deed fraud in Marin
Photo by Penny Hansen Left to right: Assessor-Recorder Shelly Scott, Investigator Mark Reischel, Legal Secretary Alfiya Nachtigall and District Attorney Lori Frugoli. By Penny Hansen Special to Marinscope The aging of people in Marin County, coupled with internet accessibility and … [Read more...] about D.A. Frugoli targets property deed fraud in Marin
Marinscope’s roving photographer Rod Miles goes to a College of Marin’s Mariner game.
Mariner Jayden Davis drives the basket. COM standout Freshman, Isobel Crosswhite, shoots over Merritt's center in route to a COM victory and "double double" performance as she finished with 16 points and 10 rebounds. Mariner center Kayley Armstrong fights for an offensive rebound … [Read more...] about Marinscope’s roving photographer Rod Miles goes to a College of Marin’s Mariner game.
Alert: Marin County Fire gears up for prescribed burns on Mt. Tam
The Marin County Fire Department is planning a prescribed fire operation on Marin Water’s Mount Tamalpais Watershed, wielding an important tool in a proactive approach to fire fuel management and a more resilient, ecologically healthy watershed. Public notification in advance of prescribed fires … [Read more...] about Alert: Marin County Fire gears up for prescribed burns on Mt. Tam
Novato Rotary’s big western BBQ sold out as usual
Meet Novato’s new school chief
The Novato Unified School District announced its next superintendent last week after an extensive search process. Although a fully executed agreement will come on March 7, the district said “we would like to announce (the appointment) now to allow her … [Read more...] about Meet Novato’s new school chief