The PG&E Corporation Foundation (PG&E Foundation) is inviting applicants for its annual Better Together STEM Scholarship Program for students pursuing Science, Technology, Engineering and Math (STEM) disciplines. The PG&E Foundation will provide $350,000 in total funding for 60 … [Read more...] about PG&E offers college scholarships
Sausalito
Rodoni takes gavel as 2024 Marin County Board of Supervisors president
Marin County Special to Marinscope Dennis Rodoni, who is starting his eighth year representing constituents living in Marin County Supervisorial District 4, was voted by his peers to assume the title of Board President for 2024 during the January 9 session. This is his second time serving as … [Read more...] about Rodoni takes gavel as 2024 Marin County Board of Supervisors president
Marin City School District on bended knee with a $1.5 million unexpected budget shortfall
The much troubled Sausalito Marin City School District announced it will face a $1.5 million shortfall and it will get worse if and when a new teacher contract kicks in. To cover the shortfall, the district will use budget reserves. “Due to unexpected increased costs in special … [Read more...] about Marin City School District on bended knee with a $1.5 million unexpected budget shortfall
City employees celebrated
Seven City of Sausalito employees were celebrated for their years of service at the City's holiday party on Dec. 14, each having reached a new five-year milestone during calendar year 2023:Marie Coleman, Police Department (10 years)Jason Finch, Public Works (25 years)Maria Hernandez, Community … [Read more...] about City employees celebrated
Sausalito’s ‘Souper Bowl’ is back
The City of Sausalito’s official website reports: As in past years, the 2024 event will take ticket holders on a tour of downtown and Caledonia Street restaurants to find out who makes the best soup in town. Barrel House Tavern took the top prize in 2023 for its spiced coconut butternut squash … [Read more...] about Sausalito’s ‘Souper Bowl’ is back
Sausalito’s lesbian top cop pledges respect for all
Sausalito Marin Scope Sausalito's city website reports that Stacie Gregory has been appointed as the town's new chief of police, effective Jan. 7. Gregory's appointment culminates a 26-year rise through the ranks of the Sausalito Police Department, from patrol officer to — most recently — … [Read more...] about Sausalito’s lesbian top cop pledges respect for all
The Great Diamond Hoax
By Larry Clinton, Sausalito Historical Society We recently profiled Asbury Harpending, the boy wonder who was an early investor in Sausalito’s Northwestern Pacific Railroad. Harpending went on to become a successful real estate magnate and respected capitalist. But in 1872 even his keen business … [Read more...] about The Great Diamond Hoax
Sausalito history: Juanita aboard the Charles Van Damme
Larry Clinton/Sausalito Historical Society The story of how Juanita Musson moved her Galley onto the Charles Van Damme ferry is as colorful as the old girl and the old boat themselves. By 1959, Juanita was a nationally known restaurateur. The Fort Worth Press reported on how she found her way … [Read more...] about Sausalito history: Juanita aboard the Charles Van Damme
Marin 911: Theft, porn scam and a homeless grouch
SAN RAFAEL Theft: A vehicle owner in the Dominican neighborhood called SRPD to report his truck being stolen. Officers responded and found various tools strewn around the roadway. The owner reported that the work truck was a retired fire department utility truck. Within 15 minutes, … [Read more...] about Marin 911: Theft, porn scam and a homeless grouch
Marin 911: The night shifts keep cops hopping
NOVATO Night Shift: The last few weeks have been quite busy for our Patrol staff with the holidays approaching. On Dec. 6, around 2:30 a.m., Novato Police Officers responded to several calls regarding a fire near Redwood Credit Union on Grant Ave. It was reported that two benches were on … [Read more...] about Marin 911: The night shifts keep cops hopping