Marinscope After more than a decade of helping to guide key services for seniors, Whistlestop CEO Joe O’Hehir has announced his plans for his own retirement. “Whistlestop’s long-term stability and success, coupled with strong forward momentum in its growth opportunities, make this the right … [Read more...] about Whistlestop’s CEO Joe O’Hehir set to retire in 2021
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County assessing power grid
With summer around the corner and wildfire season upon us once more, the County of Marin is nearing completion of the first phase of a robust assessment of its key facility electrical power infrastructure. The power infrastructure assessment, which was approved by the Board of Supervisors … [Read more...] about County assessing power grid
Novato Police chief praises Black Lives Matters demonstration
Novato Police Chief Matt McCaffrey complimented protesters who gathered last week in Novato. The protest of the killing of George Floyd in Minneapolis was orderly and peaceful. The chief said: “Yesterday’s peaceful protest was nothing short of inspiring, courageous and honorable. We could not … [Read more...] about Novato Police chief praises Black Lives Matters demonstration
Hit and run
A hit and run driver struck and killed a pedestrian on Redwood Boulevard at Rush Creek Place in the early morning hours of Monday, June 8. The identity of the pedestrian is unknown, the Novato Police said. While investigating, a man who said he was the driver returned to the scene and surrendered to … [Read more...] about Hit and run
The most beautiful bridge in the world now sings, too
The Golden Gate Bridge has started to sing. The new musical tones coming from the Bridge are a known and inevitable phenomenon that stems from the current wind retrofit project during very high winds. The wind retrofit project is designed to make the Bridge more aerodynamic under high wind … [Read more...] about The most beautiful bridge in the world now sings, too
Names in the News
San Diego University -- Taylor Gallagher of San Rafael earned a bachelor's degree in Sociology. Gallagher graduated magna cum laude -- Adam Hussain of Greenbrae earned a bachelor's degree in Communication Studies. --Juliette Hvistendahl of Greenbrae earned a bachelor's … [Read more...] about Names in the News
Mill Valley school art
Although the Mill Valley School District ended its year early due to the COVID-19 crisis, students had churned out a ton of artwork before it did so. In lieu of its traditional art shows around town, Kiddo!, the Mill Valley Schools Community Foundation, which funds art, music, dance, drama, … [Read more...] about Mill Valley school art
Canal Alliance statement on George Floyd
Our hearts are broken over the tragedies that have unfolded across the nation in recent weeks. We mourn and remember: Ahmaud Aubrey, Breonna Taylor, George Floyd, Tony McDade and countless others who have been murdered at the hands of the police. Canal Alliance stands in solidarity with our … [Read more...] about Canal Alliance statement on George Floyd
Message about racial justice From San Rafael mayor and City Council
We stand with everyone in our community and across the nation against systemic racism. Enough is enough. Our communities are demanding change that is deserved and past due. It’s time for all leaders to listen and do more to support our black community. And we won’t stop there. We need to do more to … [Read more...] about Message about racial justice From San Rafael mayor and City Council
Mill Valley criticized for Black Lives comment
Marinscope Mill Valley Mayor Sashi McEntee is taking a pounding on social media this evening after an offhand remark at the last city council meeting. A caller complained about a Black Lives poster being torn down in Mill Valley and asked: “What is Mill Valley doing to show that Black … [Read more...] about Mill Valley criticized for Black Lives comment