Marin County Special to Marinscope In Marin County, although men and boys constitute 49% of the population, they tragically account for 75% of deaths resulting from suicide and overdose. It is a stark statistic that the Suicide Prevention Collaborative's Men and Boys Action Team is addressing … [Read more...] about Marin tackles mental health disparities in men and boys
San Rafael
CHP diverts Marin traffic after protest shuts down Golden Gate Bridge; cars backed up for miles
TRAFFIC ALERT US-101 GOLDEN GATE BRIDGE US-101 on the Golden Gate Bridge is closed in both directions due to a demonstration. Unknown ETO at this time. Heavy traffic in the area. Traffic is being diverted at the Alexander Avenue off ramp. Please use an alternate route. Read more from the … [Read more...] about CHP diverts Marin traffic after protest shuts down Golden Gate Bridge; cars backed up for miles
Marin mourns passing of Capt. Rick Addicks
It is with deep sorrow and heavy hearts that we announce the passing of our good friend and co-worker Captain Rick Addicks, a dedicated firefighter of the Ross Valley Fire Department. Captain Addicks served the County of Marin with bravery and commitment for over 22 years. He is survived by his wife … [Read more...] about Marin mourns passing of Capt. Rick Addicks
Marin health department warns cell phones unreliable in a disaster
Although Marin County relies on cell phones in disasters and accompanying power outages, the Marin County Health Department in its weekly newsletter reminded citizens that “cell phone function is not guaranteed in disasters.” Therefore, the NCRT – Novato Commuity Response Tam – has identified … [Read more...] about Marin health department warns cell phones unreliable in a disaster
Marin 911: Homeless keep police hopping
COUNTY SHERIFF Porch Pirates: A citizen called deputies to Rincon Way in Santa Venetia after he saw a man and a woman in a car filled with Amazon boxes. Service provided. Carnival Break In: Someone broke into the carnival in San Rafael and shattered the windows of two food stands, tore up two … [Read more...] about Marin 911: Homeless keep police hopping
MarinHealth partners with UCSF Health in San Rafael Ambulatory Surgery Center investment
GREENBRAE, CA, April 9, 2024 – MarinHealth Medical Center (MarinHealth) announced its investment in Marin Specialty Surgery Center (MSSC), a state-of-the-art multi-specialty ambulatory surgery center in San Rafael, California, effective March 29. With this investment, the 14,000-square-foot … [Read more...] about MarinHealth partners with UCSF Health in San Rafael Ambulatory Surgery Center investment
Change at the top for San Rafael’s Vivalon
Vivalon (formerly known as Whistlestop), a San Rafael-based nonprofit that advances independence, health and quality of life for older adults and people with disabilities, has announced the appointment of Joe O’Hehir as Vivalon’s interim CEO, effective April 1. As interim CEO, O’Hehir will be … [Read more...] about Change at the top for San Rafael’s Vivalon
Now for something different: You can borrow a local work of art to enjoy at home via the Marin County Free Library
Clear off your shelf; make a space on your wall. You can use your library card to borrow a work of art by a Marin artist at these Marin County Free Library branches: South Novato, Point Reyes Station, Inverness, Corte Madera, and Marin City. Each location will have six pieces of art to … [Read more...] about Now for something different: You can borrow a local work of art to enjoy at home via the Marin County Free Library
Marin 911: Police examining two social media posts, one of a sex bullying nature; another describing multiple ways to kill a fellow student
Editor’s Note: Yes, there are public safety issues in bucolic Marin County. These are just a few of the latest gleaned from cop logs by the journalists at Marin Local News. FAIRFAX Vodka Pants: A citizen saw a kid drinking from a vodka bottle hidden in his pants at Contratti Park. Service … [Read more...] about Marin 911: Police examining two social media posts, one of a sex bullying nature; another describing multiple ways to kill a fellow student
County’s Virtual Internship Fair is April 9
Registration is open for the County of Marin’s Virtual Internship Fair, set for 9 a.m. to noon Tuesday, April 9. The free event is a prime opportunity for students in high school and at four-year and community colleges to line up the perfect connection and improve chances of full-time … [Read more...] about County’s Virtual Internship Fair is April 9