A protest on Columbus Day resulted in five people charged with felony vandalism in Downtown San Rafael. The protest organizers identified themselves to the Independent Journal newspaper as members of the Coast Miwok group. About 40 people were involved in the protest at St. Raphael Church in San … [Read more...] about Protest topples statue; church holds exorcism
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Oct. 24 is take-back-the-drugs day
An unprecedented pandemic, wildfires, and smoke, coupled with the persistent threats of power outages and economic uncertainty, have produced an extraordinarily stressful environment. In desperation, many may turn to use of substances to relieve that stress. “Our environment affects our mental … [Read more...] about Oct. 24 is take-back-the-drugs day
Safe voting instructions
The Marin County Public Health and the Marin County Elections Department are in perfect harmony on their most timely message: If you haven’t voted in the November 3 General Election yet, voting by mail is the safest option during the COVID-19 pandemic. Municipal … [Read more...] about Safe voting instructions
Everything you need to know about building an ADU in Marin
Several new tools are now available for homeowners interested in building an accessory dwelling unit (ADU), also known as a second unit, a granny flat, an in-law unit, or a converted garage. Help is available whether a property owner wants to generate extra income, create more housing for the local … [Read more...] about Everything you need to know about building an ADU in Marin
School Update: Many kids will be home through the holidays
Marinscope (Novato residents: To start a no obligation free trial home delivery of the Novato Advance, email Publisher Sherm Frederick at shermfrederick@gmail.com.) There will be new meaning for “home for holidays” for students in Novato and San Marin high school students. They will remain at … [Read more...] about School Update: Many kids will be home through the holidays
Slow down, take in ‘The Golden Hour’
By Derek Wilson Marinscope When the sun sinks down over the water, life starts to slow down and the world takes on a golden hue. This is the so-called “Golden Hour.” The O’Hanlon Center for the Arts in Mill Valley is hosting an online exhibit of paintings, photographs and sculptures … [Read more...] about Slow down, take in ‘The Golden Hour’
5 cited for vandalizing Junipero Serra statue at San Rafael church
A protest on Columbus Day resulted in five people charged with felony vandalism in Downtown San Rafael. The protest organizers identified themselves to the Independent Journal newspaper as members of the Coast Miwok group. About 40 people were involved in the protest at St. Raphael Church in San … [Read more...] about 5 cited for vandalizing Junipero Serra statue at San Rafael church
Sausalito opens street for dining
To take advantage of the fall weather, outdoor dining will be available on Caledonia Street between Pine and Johnson streets from Tuesday, October 13 through Sunday, October 18. The schedule for the week will begin with dinner on Tuesday and continue with lunch and dinner service on Wednesday, … [Read more...] about Sausalito opens street for dining
Fairfax-Bolinas Road closed tonight
Advisory: Fairfax-Bolinas Rd to be closed from 7pm tonight (10/13) through Friday (10/16) at 11am due to high fire danger Based on the National Weather Service forecast and the red flag warning that was issued, Fairfax-Bolinas Rd will be closed between the Meadow Club and Highway 1 in Bolinas … [Read more...] about Fairfax-Bolinas Road closed tonight
Pages From The Past: Novato’s first movie house
Mark Read/Pages From The Past (Editor’s Note: This feature highlights Marin history through the pages of the Novato Advance.) 100 Years Ago September 1920 -- DISSOLUTION OF PARTNERSHIP JOSEPH GAMBETTA, JR., and WILLIAM F. NAVE, who have hereto been co-partners carrying on the business of … [Read more...] about Pages From The Past: Novato’s first movie house