May 21 marked a historic milestone in conservation as San Geronimo Commons transitioned from the Trust for Public Land [TPL] to public stewardship under the County of Marin. With support from the Marin County Board of Supervisors and TPL, Marin County entered into an … [Read more...] about Historic milestone for San Geronimo Commons
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New exhibit combines art and science
In The Studio at Marin Art and Garden Center from June 1 to July 28 || HUMAN NATURE – Biomorphic Musings OPENING RECEPTION – Saturday June 1st || 1-3 pm || Free Admission GALLERY HOURS: Fridays, Saturdays & Sundays 11am – 4pm THE EXHIBIT: The work of Annette … [Read more...] about New exhibit combines art and science
Headway made in eliminating homelessness in Marin, County reports
Efforts to eliminate homelessness in Marin County are making headway, according to new data released from the 2024 Point in Time (PIT) Count. The preliminary figures show: One notable change in this year’s count is the inclusion of individuals living in farm encampments in West Marin. That … [Read more...] about Headway made in eliminating homelessness in Marin, County reports
Marin ups incentives for rainwater collection systems
There are better deals available now for Marin County residents and businesses to collect rainwater for reuse around the yard. Thanks to a recent decision by the Marin County Flood Control and Water Conservation District Board of Supervisors, the county’s two largest water districts are now offering … [Read more...] about Marin ups incentives for rainwater collection systems
Burglary in Lagunitas foiled: Two suspects arrested, one escapes on foot in San Anselmo
The following is a press release from the Marin County Sheriff's Department: On May 20, 2024, at approximately 1205 hours, the Marin County Sheriff’s Office received a 9-1-1 call of an interrupted residential burglary in the 40 block of Corona Avenue in Lagunitas. During the 9-1-1 call, it was … [Read more...] about Burglary in Lagunitas foiled: Two suspects arrested, one escapes on foot in San Anselmo
Special Fairfax Town Council meeting called
Special Town Council Meeting Wednesday, May 22, 2024, at 6:30 p.m. Fairfax Women's Club, 46 Park Road, Fairfax, CA The Town Council will hold a Special Meeting on Wednesday, May 22, at 6:30 p.m., preceded by a Closed Session at 4:30 p.m. Agenda highlights: Comments related to this … [Read more...] about Special Fairfax Town Council meeting called
Saving the Fairfax San Anselmo Children’s Center: A tale of collaboration and compromise
By Teliha Draheim In the tranquil town of Fairfax, California, a community grappled with a contentious issue that threatened the future of the Fairfax San Anselmo Children's Center (FSACC). At the heart of this narrative is Ryan O'Neil, a dedicated community leader whose commitment to finding … [Read more...] about Saving the Fairfax San Anselmo Children’s Center: A tale of collaboration and compromise
Is Marin County prepared for cyber issues? Grand Jury makes four recommendations
The Marin County Grand Jury has issued a report on cyber preparedness and has made four recommendations. They are: Below is the Grand Jury's full report: BACKGROUND In 2020, the Marin County Civil Grand Jury published its report, Cyberattacks: A Growing Threat to Marin … [Read more...] about Is Marin County prepared for cyber issues? Grand Jury makes four recommendations
Opinion: California’s ‘thought partners’ teach hate in public schools?
Sherman R. Frederick/Properly Subversive I’m a big fan of public education, but you gotta watch it like a hawk and guard it against it going off the rails. A case in point comes out of California. Just a week or so after the brutal Hamas attack on Jews on Oct. 7, 2023, a group of high … [Read more...] about Opinion: California’s ‘thought partners’ teach hate in public schools?
Marin County overdose death stats released, also 1 in 10 dead bats in Marin have rabies
In the latest public health report published by the Marin County Health Department, the official statistics for drug overdose deaths were revealed. In 2023 Marin, 61 residents of the county died of a drug overdose. This is the same number as deaths that occured in 2022. In 2021, there were … [Read more...] about Marin County overdose death stats released, also 1 in 10 dead bats in Marin have rabies