Properly Subversive/Sherman R. Frederick Like barbarians of old, bad guys drive into the peaceful villages of Marin from the east and north to plunder our stores and sell fentanyl to our kids. That’s why we need to improve our defenses with license-plate readers on our borders. OK, that may be … [Read more...] about Barbarians at the gates
San Rafael
Sheriff’s Department collecting toys for kids
The Marin County Sheriff’s Office is hosting a pre-holiday celebration and toy give-away at the Southern Marin (Marin City) Substation on Dec. 19, and at the West Marin (Pt. Reyes) Substation on Dec. 21. The day is a fun experience where children (ages 2-12) can visit a “Big Guy in a Red … [Read more...] about Sheriff’s Department collecting toys for kids
Marin Forum: California’s hidden agenda
Marin Forum/Teliha Draheim There is a shortage of affordable housing in California, but there is no shortage of expensive homes. In their flawed assessment of how to solve housing needs, the State manufactured a crisis. Cities were blamed for not producing enough housing. Yet, California towns … [Read more...] about Marin Forum: California’s hidden agenda
E-Bike safety alert issued for Marin — accidents involving kids spike
The Marin County Public Health Department issued a health advisory last week prompted by an increase in 911 responses for e-bike accidents, particularly among young people. 71% of bike accidents among residents aged 10-19 years were e-bike related, compared to 12% among adults. To help … [Read more...] about E-Bike safety alert issued for Marin — accidents involving kids spike
Marin 911: Elderly homeless woman bathes in the yard of a Strawberry home
MARIN SHERIFF Bather: A homeless woman estimated at about 80 years old, bathed herself and “smoked something” in front of a home in Strawberry. Police contacted the bather and worked to get her help to get home, which she said was out of the county. Huge Party: Neighbors reported a “huge … [Read more...] about Marin 911: Elderly homeless woman bathes in the yard of a Strawberry home
Vaccination rate lower than expected in Marin
A press release from Marin County: As the holiday season approaches, Marin County Public Health emphasizes the importance of vaccination to safeguard the community against winter respiratory viruses, including COVID-19, influenza, and respiratory syncytial virus (RSV). Marin County is … [Read more...] about Vaccination rate lower than expected in Marin
A little more attentive patience and generosity in Bay Area public meetings, please
Sherman R. Frederick/Properly Subversive I follow a lot of public meetings in Marin. Perhaps the source of most public angst expressed in those forums comes when elected officials impatiently limit the time for public comment. The norm in Marin is 3 minutes. It’s sometimes shortened to 2 … [Read more...] about A little more attentive patience and generosity in Bay Area public meetings, please
Donate toys through San Rafael Santa Cop this holiday season
The Santa Cop program unites employees from all San Rafael City departments and community partners to collect toys and donations for children and families in the community. Santa Cop will collect toys at all San Rafael Fire Stations through Jan. 2, 2024. San Rafael Fire Station … [Read more...] about Donate toys through San Rafael Santa Cop this holiday season
Spin Around Marin: New top cop in Novato, Bay Area sports legend Al Endriss passes at 95
Anale Burlew appointment San Anselmo resident Anale Burlew has been appointed chief deputy director of the California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection. Burlew was a firefighter for the Marin County Fire Department from 1998 to 2000 before joining Cal Fire. She served as the assistant … [Read more...] about Spin Around Marin: New top cop in Novato, Bay Area sports legend Al Endriss passes at 95
In Marin’s District 3 it’s been a good and vibrant year
Stephanie Moulton-Peters (Editor’s note: Stephanie Moulton-Peters is the Marin County supervisor for District 3, including Sausalito, Floating Homes, Marin City, Mill Valley, Tam Valley, Almonte, Alto-Sutton Manor, Strawberry, Tiburon, and Belvedere.) Dear Friends and Neighbors, As we … [Read more...] about In Marin’s District 3 it’s been a good and vibrant year