In a testament to Marin County’s vibrant community of avid readers, the Marin County Free Library (MCFL) and the consortium of local public and academic libraries just reached a major milestone: 1 million digital checkouts through its shared digital resource, the app called Libby. The library … [Read more...] about Marin library clocks its 1 million digital checkout
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Black History Month in Marin
February is Black History Month, an annually observed month-long celebration of African American life, history, and culture. Founded by Dr. Carter G. Woodson in February 1926, what was formerly known as Negro History Week became a month-long celebration honoring the triumphs and resilience of … [Read more...] about Black History Month in Marin
Trump v Bureaucracy
Sherman R. Frederick/Properly Subversive Democrats call it a “Constitutional Crisis.” I’d call it more of an “Adventure.” Look, you know as well as I that modern presidents have always used executive orders to bend the government how they want. Barack Obama’s famous line — “I have a pen and … [Read more...] about Trump v Bureaucracy
Greenbrae sewage spill disclosed — 87,750 gallons of it at Bon Air shopping center
A sewage spill estimated at 87,751 gallons was reported Thursday, February 6, in the Bon Air shopping center parking lot in unincorporated Greenbrae, behind the Mollie Stone’s market. The preliminary cause was a leak from a pressurized force main operated by the Ross Valley Sanitary … [Read more...] about Greenbrae sewage spill disclosed — 87,750 gallons of it at Bon Air shopping center
Multiple-car crash in Mill Valley leaves one dead and one injured
PRESS RELEASE FROM THE MILL VALLEY POLICE DEPARTMENT On Monday, February 10, 2025, at 2:30 PM, the Mill Valley Police Department responded to the report of a multi-vehicle collision in the 600 block of Miller Avenue. Mill Valley Police arrived on scene and located a Honda, which had rolled … [Read more...] about Multiple-car crash in Mill Valley leaves one dead and one injured
Special closed meeting in Fairfax to address litigation on anti-camping law in Peri Park
Special Town Council Meeting Monday, February 10, 2025, at 12:00 p.m. Fairfax Community Center, 16 Park Road The Town Council will hold a Special Meeting for the purpose of a Closed Session to discuss the following matters: CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL – EXISTING LITIGATION CA Govt … [Read more...] about Special closed meeting in Fairfax to address litigation on anti-camping law in Peri Park
Karina Ornelas sworn in to San Rafael Police Department
A press release from SRPD: SRPD formally welcomed Officer Karina Ornelas. She took the oath of office and was officially sworn in as a San Rafael Police Officer. Officer Ornelas' family was in attendance during the ceremony, and Officer Ornelas’ mother pinned her badge. Officer Ornelas came … [Read more...] about Karina Ornelas sworn in to San Rafael Police Department
Sausalito’s finest recognize outstanding performance
Four employees of the Sausalito Police Department were recognized for their outstanding performance during the department's annual all-hands meeting on Wednesday, February 5. Awards were presented by Chief Stacie Gregory, Lieutenant Brandon Rodgers, and Lieutenant Brian Mather. Chief … [Read more...] about Sausalito’s finest recognize outstanding performance
Woman rescued after being trapped in rising floodwaters
From the Marin County Sheriff's Department: On 2/4/2025, just after 5am, a driver was traveling along Platform Bridge Rd, just outside Pt Reyes Station. The weather was very poor and roadways were beginning to flood. The driver hit a large puddle of water and lost control of the vehicle, winding … [Read more...] about Woman rescued after being trapped in rising floodwaters
Koda joins the Novato Police Department
News from the Novato Chamber of Commerce: In 2024, the Novato Police Department K9 Foundation successfully raised over $25,000 through the sale of hats, t-shirts, and dog biscuits. The funds were generated at a dozen events, including the Novato Chamber Art and Wine Novato Festival of Art, Wine … [Read more...] about Koda joins the Novato Police Department