Congressman Jared Huffman (D-San Rafael) and Congressman Sam Graves (MO-06) introduced the bipartisan Save America’s Rural Hospitals Act to rescue rural hospitals on the brink of bankruptcy and help put these critical care providers back on solid ground. “For years, rural hospitals have faced … [Read more...] about Huffman, Graves introduce ‘Save America’s Rural Hospitals Act’
The advent of the Pound Man in Mill Valley
In 1916, town authorities decided to enforce the dog licensing law to rid the town of stray canines. The Mill Valley Record described the action. July 1, 1916. Dog licenses for the year 1916-17 are now due and payable. Licenses are for sale at the Marshal's office at the Town Hall. Better … [Read more...] about The advent of the Pound Man in Mill Valley
Sausalito History: The wreck of the Elizabeth
Larry Clinton/Sausalito Historical Society It’s well known that Tennessee Cove got its name from a ship that was wrecked there in 1853. But it was also the scene of another shipwreck, 38 years later. The 3-masted wooden sailing ship Elisabeth had sailed from New York in 1891 carrying a cargo … [Read more...] about Sausalito History: The wreck of the Elizabeth
Pages From The Past: Novato Trading Co. owner dies
Mike Read/Pages From The Past (Editor’s Note: This feature chronicles news through the years from the Novato Advance archives. It is compiled by the Novato Historical Society.) 100 Years Ago January 1922 – Rocca & Colletti have broken the ground for concrete work for Pini & Co.’s … [Read more...] about Pages From The Past: Novato Trading Co. owner dies
Heavy rain bring salmon to places never seen before in Marin
The heavy rains of December and January have brought endangered coho salmon up into the small tributaries of the San Geronimo Valley for the first time in years, as did the early rains of October, which brought Chinook salmon in Woodacre Creek for the first time ever documented. Ayano Hayes, the … [Read more...] about Heavy rain bring salmon to places never seen before in Marin
Frederick Commentary: Where are all the COVID-19 tests the federal government promised?
I was left confused by Joe Biden’s speech on COVID-19 testing last week. He has a knack for doing that to me. And, I’m sure I’m not the only one. Our Marin County public health website says: “Testing remains a vital tool in the fight against COVID-19. In addition to providing data on how and … [Read more...] about Frederick Commentary: Where are all the COVID-19 tests the federal government promised?
Marin County COVID-19 Status Update: Jan. 10, 2022
The Marin County COVID-19 Status Update is published weekdays and as needed to share important news and resources related to the COVID-19 pandemic and to keep the local economy running. We remain here for you. Antigen Tests: An Important Testing Resource Recent news coverage … [Read more...] about Marin County COVID-19 Status Update: Jan. 10, 2022
Marin 911: ‘Why do you keep letting her out?’
Sausalito Dec. 29, 2021 - Jan. 4, 2022 Wet Shoes: A woman called police to tell them she had to “pee on her shoes” because a woman was causing a scene in the bathroom at Tent City. “Why do you keep letting her out,” the wet shoe caller said. Anyone who deals with mental health issues and … [Read more...] about Marin 911: ‘Why do you keep letting her out?’
Soup lovers: This is just right for you
Sausalito's Souper Bowl returns on Saturday, Feb. 5 after a one-year hiatus. As in past years, the 2022 event will take ticket holders on a tour of downtown and Caledonia Street restaurants to find out who has the best soup in Sausalito. Seafood Peddler is the defending champion. Tasting will get … [Read more...] about Soup lovers: This is just right for you
Schools chief says ‘no’ to running again
Mary Jane Burke, who has led Marin schools through the pandemic, announced last week that she will not run for re-election to the post she has held since 1995. Burke, 69, of Novato told the Independent Journal that she is “not retiring” but does not have another position at this … [Read more...] about Schools chief says ‘no’ to running again