Earnest Jackson and Larry Clinton/Sausalito Historical Society Recently we carried Earnest Jackson’s reminiscences about Adolph Silver, who was known as the Poobah of the pool halls, or horse race betting parlors, that proliferated here in the 1800s. Here are some additional anecdotes about one … [Read more...] about Sausalito History: The Poobah’s sure thing
Gang shooting investigated in Novato
Novato Shooting: On April 22, at approximately 9:14 p.m., a shooting was reported in the parking lot of America’s Best Value Inn, located at 7600 Redwood Blvd. The victim was in the parking lot when he was approached by the first suspect, believed to be a Hispanic male, between the ages of 17-20 … [Read more...] about Gang shooting investigated in Novato
Novato Council digs deep into the city budget
Sherman R. Frederick Marinscope’s Novato Advance Even in a red-hot real estate market, tough times lay ahead for the City of Novato. The Council spends more than the city makes and if it were not for gifts from the federal government’s American Rescue Plan, the Council would have spent a lot … [Read more...] about Novato Council digs deep into the city budget
Sausalito police awards for 2020 and 2021
On April 20 and 21, Sausalito Police Chief John Rohrbacher presented annual performance awards to four employees of the Sausalito Police Department and one volunteer. Because of the pandemic, this year's awards were for a two-year period, 2020 and 2021, instead of a single year. Employee of the … [Read more...] about Sausalito police awards for 2020 and 2021
St. Francis Episcopal Church in Novato thanks everyone for donating to the food pantry; more is needed and appreciated
Novato Advance St. Francis Episcopal Church in Novato thanks all those who have contributed to its food pantry. In its weekly newsletter, the church said: “Thank you to all who have contributed nourishing foods and household necessities to our free pantry. The turnover has been excellent. … [Read more...] about St. Francis Episcopal Church in Novato thanks everyone for donating to the food pantry; more is needed and appreciated
Marin 911: A 40-ish man pesters girl in Mill Valley grocery store
Mill Valley March 31 - April 7, 2022 Harassment: The parents of a 16-year-old girl reported to police that a 40-ish man harassed their daughter, pestering her for her phone number, etc., while she was at the grocery store. Parents think the guy may be following her, too. Police … [Read more...] about Marin 911: A 40-ish man pesters girl in Mill Valley grocery store
Frederick Commentary: Elon Musk takes on California ‘wokeism’
Sherman R. Frederick/Properly Subversive In case you missed it, Elon Musk delivered a stinging rebuke of California “wokeness.” California used to be the “land of opportunity,” he told humor website Babylon Bee in a televised interview. Now the state has become the “land of … [Read more...] about Frederick Commentary: Elon Musk takes on California ‘wokeism’
Marin launches race equity plan — $18-per-hour minimum wage proposed
A Marin County collaboration between residents, community-based organizations, towns, cities, and County of Marin leaders is taking shape to implement the 2022 Race Equity Action Plan (REAP). Developed by a group of community residents and advocates, the plan identifies specific goals and … [Read more...] about Marin launches race equity plan — $18-per-hour minimum wage proposed
Thomas Nibbe Sermon: What’s missing?
Sunday, April 24, 2022, 11 a.m. The Second Sunday in Easter - 2022 "'...and we all, with unveiled face, beholding the glory of the Lord, are being changed into His likeness from one degree of glory to another, for this comes from the Lord who is the Spirit...' The Holy Spirit transforms us … [Read more...] about Thomas Nibbe Sermon: What’s missing?
Marin mass transit: Masks no longer required
Masks are no longer required on Marin’s mass transit, thanks to a federal court ruling that overturned the Joe Biden Administration’s nationwide mandate during the COVID-19 pandemic. When the ruling was announced, passengers cheered and took their masks off in transit. But the Biden … [Read more...] about Marin mass transit: Masks no longer required