Dimitroff’s in 1954. Stephen Pope Dimitroff was a well-known muralist. He and his artist wife, Lucienne Bloch, daughter of the internationally famous composer Ernst Bloch, met while working for Diego Rivera in New York. Dimitroff started his art and picture framing business in Mill … [Read more...] about Marin history: Dimitroff’s in Mill Valley
Life Tribute: Claudio Gregoretti
Nov. 3, 1940 - April 12, 2021 It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of our beloved patriarch, Claudio Gregoretti. He valiantly fought a two-year battle against cancer, but he finally succumbed to his illness on April 12th. Claudio passed away peacefully at home with his … [Read more...] about Life Tribute: Claudio Gregoretti
Commentary: A little order at the border
Of all the modern presidents, the one that made the most sense to me about immigration is … wait for it … George W. Bush. Now I know “W” wasn’t exactly everyone’s cup of tea, but hear me out. President Bush articulated a sensible policy that embraced the long standing American ideal … [Read more...] about Commentary: A little order at the border
Life Tribute: Billie Anderson, longtime Marin journalist and co-founder of Marin Scope
Larry Clinton/Sausalito Historical Society Billie Anderson, co-founder and managing editor of the Marin Scope and dedicated member of the Historical Society, passed away peacefully at home early April 17 following a long illness. In a tribute, Kim Huff of the Sausalito Woman’s Club wrote: … [Read more...] about Life Tribute: Billie Anderson, longtime Marin journalist and co-founder of Marin Scope
Lynwood Elementary spared the ax
Lynwood Elementary School was spared the ax. It will not be closed next year thanks to the school’s immersion Spanish-English program. A citizen committee tasked with picking a school in Novato to close voted 7-4 last week to spare Lynwood. That brings it down to Lu Sutton or Rancho … [Read more...] about Lynwood Elementary spared the ax
80.5% of Marin vaccinated
Marin County Public Health and Marin health care providers have announced that COVID-19 vaccinations are available for any and all who live or work in Marin, with many sites offering same-day or next-day access. “Everyone who gets vaccinated moves us one step closer to putting this pandemic … [Read more...] about 80.5% of Marin vaccinated
Best Guess Horoscope
DEEP THOUGHTS: A pessimist complains about the wind; the optimist expects it to change; the realist adjusts the sails. -- William Arthur Ward Libra -- Sept. 23 thru Oct. 22 You were the one who sent a letter to the City Council asking for the Novato Costco to put in a second-story … [Read more...] about Best Guess Horoscope
Marin Athletic Foundation honorees
The Marin Athletic Foundation on Sunday revealed the honorees for the annual 2021 Eva & Mario Ghilotti Outstanding Student Athlete Awards. One male and one female student athlete from 12 Marin County schools will be feted during the ceremony on Monday, May 3, at the San Rafael High School … [Read more...] about Marin Athletic Foundation honorees
Dunphy Park homeless hearing
Motions concerning the Dunphy Park tent encampment is scheduled to be heard in U.S. District Court, Northern District of California at 1:30 p.m. on Thursday, April 29, before Judge Edward M. Chen. Information on how to observe the hearing via webinar is available on the judge's web page. The … [Read more...] about Dunphy Park homeless hearing
MV Little League — Week of April 19-25
Two weeks into the return of baseball at Boyle Park, and the standings are beginning to take shape. In the Majors, the A’s and Giants both sport unblemished records and are headed for a fun early season matchup on Saturday, May 1. In the Minors, both the Diamondbacks and Tigers lead the way with 3-1 … [Read more...] about MV Little League — Week of April 19-25