An investigation into who distributed antisemitic flyers in San Rafael was started after police were called to the city’s West End neighborhood in the downtown on Sunday (July 24). Just after 6:45 p.m., the San Rafael Police Department received information that an unknown person or persons … [Read more...] about Antisemitic flyers distributed in San Rafael neighborhood
Kids’ tote bags are back thanks to Marin County Free Library and First 5 Marin
When it comes to education, kids need to be engaged all year long to spark and feed their sense of curiosity. They deserve a double dose of fun when school is out that – News Flash! – learning can be fun, too. That’s the whole idea around the Summer Learning Tote Bags program offered by the Marin … [Read more...] about Kids’ tote bags are back thanks to Marin County Free Library and First 5 Marin
Novato’s Relay for Life will be a family affair
Relay for Life this year will be an in-person and overnight event to entertain the whole family. From noon 10 a.m. Aug. 6, to Aug. 7 at Hamilton School, 5330 Nave Drive, in Novato everyone will enjoy the craft booths and this year’s theme,”There’s No Place Like Hope.” There will be … [Read more...] about Novato’s Relay for Life will be a family affair
Fairfax Pavilion retrofit delayed as Native American artifacts beneath the site evaluated
The city has put the seismic retrofit of historic Fairfax Pavilion on hold to better evaluate and preserve Native American artifacts possibly under the building. The Pavilion sits atop of what is believed to be a site of significant Native American activity. The decision means that a nearly … [Read more...] about Fairfax Pavilion retrofit delayed as Native American artifacts beneath the site evaluated
There’s a new sheriff in town, first time in 26 years
The Marin County Board of Supervisors elevated Jamie Scardina to the sheriff of Marin County. He won election to the post in June, taking over from Robert Doyle who retired as of June 30. Doyle had held the position for 26 years. Technically, Doyle’s term ends on Jan. 2, 2023. Sheriff … [Read more...] about There’s a new sheriff in town, first time in 26 years
A county supervisor in the 70s, Denis Rice dies at 90
Marinscope Denis Rice, a county supervisor in the 1970s, died last week at 90. He was one of the first Marin public officials to warn of the growing threat of run-a-way pension liabilities. Rice was a supervisor from 1977 to 1981. He also served on the Tiburon Town Council. … [Read more...] about A county supervisor in the 70s, Denis Rice dies at 90
Another shooting in Marin City — one man dead, two injured
Marinscope Violence struck again in Marin City Sunday night. Residents in the Cole Drive area in the Golden Gate Village neighborhood said they heard shots at just after 10 a.m. When Marin Sheriff’s Deputies arrived, about 30 seconds after the first 911 call, they found a bullet-ridden car and … [Read more...] about Another shooting in Marin City — one man dead, two injured
A letter of thanks on the 100th anniversary of the Novato Advance newspaper
100 Years of Service Dear readers, The Novato Advance is the largest – and oldest – newspaper in the Marinscope group of newspapers, providing local newspaper service in Marin County from Sausalito from Novato. Today we at Marinscope are proud (and humbled, to be perfectly … [Read more...] about A letter of thanks on the 100th anniversary of the Novato Advance newspaper
Real estate tax valuation boost gives local Marin governments a bit of a budget cushion
Local government received good news this month when the assessed value of property in Marin jumped 6.5% in 2021, meaning tax collection will substantially increase. Tax rolls partially fund the county government, local school districts and special districts. Marin County … [Read more...] about Real estate tax valuation boost gives local Marin governments a bit of a budget cushion
Properly Subversive: Is Joe Biden too old?
Properly Subversive: Sherman R. Frederick How old is “too old” to be president of the United States? Our readers might have the answer to that because Marin County residents skew demographically “old.” By the end of this decade, the fastest growing age group in Marin will be … [Read more...] about Properly Subversive: Is Joe Biden too old?