Marin County Special to Marinscope Rick Saber, a retired U.S. Navy and civilian aviator and the commander of Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 7816 in Novato, will serve as the keynote speaker for Marin County’s annual Veterans Day ceremony on Saturday, Nov. 11, at the military monuments at the … [Read more...] about The honoring of Veteran’s Day 2023 on tap in Marin County
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Federal judge splits another baby in the ongoing tension between homeless advocates and California towns
Sherman R. Frederick Marinscope Federal courts split another baby in the ongoing tussle between California cities and homeless advocates. Elected officials representing the people of San Rafael passed restrictive camping rules designed to spread out the homeless and prevent large … [Read more...] about Federal judge splits another baby in the ongoing tension between homeless advocates and California towns
Marin Forum: Rangers, community, trust and disaster
By Niccolo Caldararo Reading about the fires in Hawaii and how people in paradise are reliving the recent wildfires is terrible. However, it must be clear to most people that we are beset by multiple disasters, most a result of climate change, our lives, our towns and our county safety are … [Read more...] about Marin Forum: Rangers, community, trust and disaster
Marin County Supervisor updates Binford Road homeless encampment — 9 housed in 60 days
Marinscope Marin County Supervisor Eric Lucan provided to Marinscope this update on the Binford Road homeless encampment outside of Novato. “Our efforts on Binford Road are progressing and we continue to address concerns from multiple angles, balancing the desire to house and help … [Read more...] about Marin County Supervisor updates Binford Road homeless encampment — 9 housed in 60 days
No Shave November — it will grow on you
The Marin County Deputy Sheriff's Association (DSA) has announced its first ever “No Shave November” fundraising event. While the event has been around for 20 years, starting in Australia, this is the first year in Marin. It focuses on men's health, specifically prostate cancer awareness, … [Read more...] about No Shave November — it will grow on you
Wait, what happened? And you let the guy go?
Properly Subversive/Sherman R. Frederick The episode last week in the girl’s restroom at Mill Valley Middle School, and the police department’s press release on the matter, raise questions. Here’s what we are told: On Monday, Oct. 30, at about 4:30 p.m. officers received a call for help … [Read more...] about Wait, what happened? And you let the guy go?
Marin Sheriff: Have a safe Halloween
The Marin County Sheriff's Office wants to remind everyone to stay safe and have a great time this Halloween. Here are a few tips to ensure that you and everyone you're with are safe this year -Always look both directions before crossing the street. -Dark colored costumes are hard to see, so … [Read more...] about Marin Sheriff: Have a safe Halloween
Marin’s Rep. Huffman condemns Hamas’ Oct. 7 terrorism against Israel
Today, U.S. Representative Jared Huffman (CA-02) released the following statement: “On October 7th, Hamas brutally killed more than 1,300 innocent civilians and took more than 200 people hostage in an unprovoked terrorist attack on Israel. There has been more bloodshed in the days since, … [Read more...] about Marin’s Rep. Huffman condemns Hamas’ Oct. 7 terrorism against Israel
‘Mayberry on LSD’
Dear editor, Just a note to say I really enjoy your "Marinscope" paper and look forward to reading each issue. My grandfather moved to Sausalito in 1907. An early job he had was as a drayman moving furniture in a horse drawn wagon. He said it would take an entire day to deliver a … [Read more...] about ‘Mayberry on LSD’
Are the homeless more important than my kids?
Dear Editor, Are the homeless of more value than the children of Fairfax?Children are to be nourished and protected.Pavilion? Peri Park? Ball Park? Now near the library? What is the purpose of these family features?Why do we the people of Fairfax need to sacrifice our children and families for the … [Read more...] about Are the homeless more important than my kids?