Marinscope The most severe outbreak of COVID-19 in Marin occurred at the San Quentin prison when the state transferred infected inmates to the prison where previously no cases were recorded. The virus raced through the facility. Twenty-eight inmates died and 75 percent of the San Quentin … [Read more...] about San Quentin outbreak ‘indefensible’
San Rafael
Commentary: What was the intent of that ‘protest’?
Sherman R. Frederick Sherman R. Frederick Marinscope I'll be writing on this in the upcoming Novato Advance/Marinscope newspapers. Tune-in then for more. In the meanwhile, let me get this straight: The organizer of the protest above said that there was no intent to vandalize the … [Read more...] about Commentary: What was the intent of that ‘protest’?
Marin’s Draft Climate Plan
The County’s Draft Climate Action Plan Update 2020 includes a pathway to cut emissions from both existing and new development in the unincorporated areas of Marin. The County of Marin is looking to continue progressing on its goals to reduce greenhouse emissions. To build on momentum from the … [Read more...] about Marin’s Draft Climate Plan
Protest topples statue; church holds exorcism
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
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
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
Ring the Alarm: Hate targeting Jews on the rise
Superintendent of the Tamalpais Union High School District Tara Taupier Sherman R. Frederick Marinscope School officials in Marin County held a Zoom meeting last week as a follow-up to anti-semitic Instragram accounts that targeted Jewish students at Redwood High School. The … [Read more...] about Ring the Alarm: Hate targeting Jews on the rise
Election ballots on the way
Be on the lookout for your voting ballots for the Nov. 3 General Election. They have been sent to all active, registered voters in Marin County. To prevent the spread of COVID-19, voters are encouraged to return their completed ballot by mail. Ballots returned by mail must be postmarked on or before … [Read more...] about Election ballots on the way
Police seek man who brandished weapon at Breonna Taylor Memorial
Suspect For the last few weeks, "we have received a number of calls for service at the location of a mural honoring the memory of Breonna Taylor," the San Rafael Police Department said. There has been high tension in the area because there are some individuals who are washing the … [Read more...] about Police seek man who brandished weapon at Breonna Taylor Memorial