History/Mill Valley Historical Society In 1958, Jerry Hannan established Shamrock Motors on the corner of Miller and La Goma. The dealership imported automobiles manufactured in France. He established a similar dealership at 615 Francisco Blvd. in San Rafael. Jerry was the … [Read more...] about Marin History: Do you remember Shamrock Motors?
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New recycling rules come to Marin
Marin County Special to Marinscope The County of Marin plans to set a target for diverting 75% of organic waste from landfills and saving 20% of edible food for human consumption by 2025, in line with a new state law. The Marin County Board of Supervisors addressed a new local ordinance at … [Read more...] about New recycling rules come to Marin
Wanted: More new homes in Marin
Marin County Special to Marinscope More money is available for affordable housing developers to create new homes in Marin County and preserve existing affordable units. This year, the County of Marin anticipates receiving $1,127,763 to distribute from a State of California fund that is helping … [Read more...] about Wanted: More new homes in Marin
Stafford Lake crash
The California Highway Patrol reported a car crash on Saturday, Jan. 29, near Stafford Lake. It was a head-on crash. All six people were transported to a local hospital. … [Read more...] about Stafford Lake crash
Retail pot in Fairfax — ‘oh heck no’
Fairfax pot A second marijuana retail business in Fairfax? “Oh, heck no,” seemed to be the answer from Fairfax residents. A council hearing on the idea last week lasted hours with not one citizen speaking in favor. The council made no decision. The request will be taken up at the next Fairfax … [Read more...] about Retail pot in Fairfax — ‘oh heck no’
Novatoan named new principal
The high school formerly known as Drake has a new name (Archie Williams) and a new principal (LaSandra White). White, who had been the school’s interim principal, was named the principal by the Tamalpais Union High School District trustees on Tuesday (Feb. 1). White, 50, is a … [Read more...] about Novatoan named new principal
Roving Marinscope Photographer, Rod Miles: Celebrating AWHS players
Sausalito explains homeless encampment strategy at Marinship Park
Sausalito Marin Scope The Marin seaside hamlet of Sausalito has issued a new statement on its website explaining why it created a Tent City for the homeless in a municipal park. The controversial plan reserves Marinship Park for a homeless encampment under an agreement with a federal … [Read more...] about Sausalito explains homeless encampment strategy at Marinship Park
Marin County Flood Control Zone 1 Advisory Meeting
The Flood Control Zone 1 Advisory Board Meeting is scheduled for 6:30pm - 8:00pm Thursday, February 10, 2022. The meeting materials are available here. CORONAVIRUS (COVID-19) ADVISORY NOTICE: In response to Executive Order N-29-20, the Flood District meeting will be … [Read more...] about Marin County Flood Control Zone 1 Advisory Meeting
Marin County COVID-19 Status Update: February 4, 2022
The Marin County COVID-19 Status Update is published weekdays and as needed to share important news and resources related to the COVID-19 pandemic and to keep the local economy running. We remain here for you. New Hospitalization Dashboard Tracks Marin Resident … [Read more...] about Marin County COVID-19 Status Update: February 4, 2022