By Derek Wilson Marinscope Even as communities are separated by fears of the Covid pandemic, and by anger over racial and social injustices, arts still unite us. As students return to their classrooms — mostly virtual — Youth in Arts is working with local schools to make sure they have … [Read more...] about Art unites us
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Marin police adapt in wake of calls for greater accountability
By Derek Wilson Marinscope Amid calls for changes to law enforcement, police departments around Marin County want residents to know they are responding. “Novato is one of the leaders in Marin County, if not California, in the progressiveness of our policies,” Novato Police Chief Matt … [Read more...] about Marin police adapt in wake of calls for greater accountability
Whistlestop helps seniors keep on truckin’
Marinscope Remember that sense of independence you felt when you got your first car? Well, that feeling — or at least the desire to be independent — never really goes away. But sometimes everyone needs a hand, or a ride. Whistlestop’s white buses are a common sight on Marin County roads, … [Read more...] about Whistlestop helps seniors keep on truckin’
He pooped on carport, no mask, no hand washing
Sausalito July 29 - Aug. 5, 2020 Well, Ick: A “suspicious” character (which means homeless in cop log lingo) took a dump in a carport on Locust Street. Did not wash his hands. Did not wear a mask. No Mask No Service: A man who refuses to wear a mask and who frequents a store on Caledonia … [Read more...] about He pooped on carport, no mask, no hand washing
November ballot includes several local measures
San Rafael, CA – Marin County residents will have the opportunity November 3 to vote on local measures that include school and municipal issues. Written arguments for and against the measures may be filed before 4:30 p.m. August 17. Due to the COVID-19 … [Read more...] about November ballot includes several local measures
Sailboat rescue
Fire Boat San Rafael (FBSR) was training on July 25, in the area between Tiburon and Angel Island when a request for a rescue tow came over Marine Emergency Channel 16. FBSR responded, helmed by Captain Barrow with Captain Rogerson and Engineer McCarthy on board. The vessel’s keel got stuck on an … [Read more...] about Sailboat rescue
Fire Crews Occupy the New PSC
On July 31, the crew of San Rafael Engine 51 along with the duty battalion chief officially relocated to their new quarters at the new Public Safety Center. On Aug. 21, Fire Administration and Emergency Services will leave the temporary facility at Marin Commons and move into the PSC. In the near … [Read more...] about Fire Crews Occupy the New PSC
Send backup: Rat trapped in bathroom!
Sausalito July 23 - 28, 2020 You Dirty Rat: A citizen called police to let them know that she had a rat trapped in her bathroom and needed backup. Police gently let her know that they don’t send backup for such matters, as disturbing as they may be to some, but they talked the resident through … [Read more...] about Send backup: Rat trapped in bathroom!
Marin’s slide into dystopia
By Sherman R. Frederick Marin’s too poor for a 24/7 police presence in West Marin, but flush enough to fund a Rat Patrol that hunts down coronavirus rule breakers? Alas, though I wish I were, I’m not making this up. To cope with a $1.7 million budget cut, Sheriff Robert Doyle said he’s … [Read more...] about Marin’s slide into dystopia
State gives Marin guidance on in-person school and youth sports
The California Department of Public Health (CDPH) released detailed criteria last week for public, private, independent and parochial schools to apply for a waiver of the state’s distance learning mandate announced on July 17. The waiver, if approved by the local Public Health Officer, will enable … [Read more...] about State gives Marin guidance on in-person school and youth sports