Marinscope Stories have been part of the human experience since the beginning of our time. They provide an opportunity to share common experiences, allowing for better understanding among us. Redwood trees, giants of the forest, stretch majestically towards the sky, reaching for the stars. On … [Read more...] about New Year’s Eve storytelling under the stars
Sgt. Sean Kerr retiring from Central Marin Police
Marinscope Central Marin Police Sergeant Sean Kerr, badge number 17, is retiring after 25 years of dedicated service to the communities of Corte Madera, Larkspur, and San Anselmo. Sgt. Kerr started his law enforcement career with the Mill Valley Police Department in 1998 where he was a Field … [Read more...] about Sgt. Sean Kerr retiring from Central Marin Police
Marin 911: Teen accuses parents of taking his dope, police called
FAIRFAX My Dope: Police were summoned to an overheated family scene on Marin Road where a 15-year-old boy was demanding that his parents give him his marijuana back. The parents said they didn’t have it. Situation escalated. Service provided. Unfinished Business: A citizen reported a dog … [Read more...] about Marin 911: Teen accuses parents of taking his dope, police called
Kamala’s stove, COVID vaccination rates and ‘thank you’ for standing up for Jews
Properly Subversive/Sherman R. Frederick ‘Tis the season … to get sick. The Marin County Health Department is doing its best to warn residents that the worst is yet to come as the flu, COVID and RSV bear down on the Bay Area. Thanks to the federal government’s missteps and … [Read more...] about Kamala’s stove, COVID vaccination rates and ‘thank you’ for standing up for Jews
Letters: Doc Weseman was respected; cameras on road OK by me
Respected Dear editor, Dr. Ralph Weseman (featured in Pages From The Past, 11/29/23) delivered my first husband almost 80 years ago. Then he delivered our daughter 60 years ago. He was definitely a well known person in Novato. Admired, respected and loved by … [Read more...] about Letters: Doc Weseman was respected; cameras on road OK by me
History Guild to hear from Brian Crawford
The Novato Historical Guild will hold its Quarterly Membership Meeting on Saturday, Dec. 9, 10 a.m. to noon, at Novato City Hall, 901 Sherman Avenue. Featured speaker will be Brian Crawford, Marin resident, author, historian, and open-space activist. He will discuss his book “Shipwrecks … [Read more...] about History Guild to hear from Brian Crawford
Police ask for a little help in search for porch pirate in Novato
Police are searching for the woman at left in connection with the theft of several packages left on the doorstep of a residence on Laurelwood Drive in Novato. If you recognize her, call the Novato Police Department at 415-897-4361. … [Read more...] about Police ask for a little help in search for porch pirate in Novato
New Sausalito shop with vintage treasures
Larry Clinton/Sausalito Historical Society Krystal Gambie is a native of the legendary Gates Co-Op enclave at Waldo Point. Her father, the late Charles Michael Haas II, known on the waterfront as Michael Woodstock, was an editor, shop owner and teacher. Her mother, Penny Berardi, was the Co-Op … [Read more...] about New Sausalito shop with vintage treasures
100 years ago Novato touted as an agricultural Garden of Eden
Pages From The Past/Mike Read (Editor’s Note: Pages From The Past is compiled by the Novato Historical Guild from the pages of the historic Novato Advance.) The fertile, rich earth of Novato 100 Years Ago December 1923 – That the climatic conditions here in Novato, are conducive to … [Read more...] about 100 years ago Novato touted as an agricultural Garden of Eden
Bike safety is important in Marin
Marin Forum/Felix Shuldiner As the sun sets over the picturesque streets of Marin, it's not uncommon to spot cyclists pedaling their way through the scenic beauty and tranquility of our tight-knit communities. E-bikes, with their electric assistance, have become a popular mode of transport for … [Read more...] about Bike safety is important in Marin