MILL VALLEY On Monday, Dec. 2, 2024, at approximately 11:15 AM, Mill Valley police officers were dispatched to the area of Shelter Bay Avenue and Hamilton Drive for a report of an auto burglary. The caller reported that they had located a male subject in their vehicle, and it was believed he may … [Read more...] about Marin 911: Christmas tree swiped from porch, Mill Valley burglar chased, and un-housed people roam about causing multiple problems
San Rafael man held for allegedly whacking a pregnant woman during a burglary
David Jonathan Margoliash, a 48-year-old San Rafael resident, was arrested and booked into Marin County Jail on several felony criminal violations after he broke into a residence and attacked the occupants, and then later attempted to kidnap an elderly patient from a skilled nursing facility. … [Read more...] about San Rafael man held for allegedly whacking a pregnant woman during a burglary
City Council: This week in San Rafael
San Rafael's Department of Public Works (DPW) is actively preparing for the rainy season and managing recent stormy weather to ensure community safety and infrastructure resilience. Through critical stormwater maintenance projects and immediate responses to residents' needs, DPW is working hard to … [Read more...] about City Council: This week in San Rafael
Marin County ballots counted ‘with a few exceptions’
Marin County Press Release: The Marin County Elections Department has counted all ballots from the November 5 General Election with a few exceptions. More than 146,000 ballots have been tabulated resulting in a turnout of just over 85%, which is less than the November 2020 General Election that … [Read more...] about Marin County ballots counted ‘with a few exceptions’
Let’s scrap the stigma of mental illness
By Dave MarstonEven though one in five Americans is estimated to suffer from mental health illness, talk about mental health in the rural West remains muted. I’d like to talk about it this Thanksgiving because I’m grateful I got the help I needed after a long-fought problem: I’m bipolar and I’m … [Read more...] about Let’s scrap the stigma of mental illness
A Sausalito fixture, Saylor’s Restaurant closes after 25 years
With little fanfare, Saylor's Restaurant and Bar at 2009 Bridgeway closed its doors for the last time on Saturday, November 16 after more than 25 years as one of Sausalito's most beloved restaurants. The modest ending was completely in character for owners Sean and Sonja … [Read more...] about A Sausalito fixture, Saylor’s Restaurant closes after 25 years
Roll-over crash in San Rafael
ROLLOVER CRASH: Last night before 11:00 p.m., SRPD Officers and San Rafael Fire Department firefighters and paramedics were dispatched to a vehicle rollover collision on Woodland Avenue near Irwin Street. First responders arrived on the scene and found that the driver only had minor … [Read more...] about Roll-over crash in San Rafael
Cops bust San Rafael man on drug charges
During the month of November, the Marin County Specialized Investigative Unit (SIU) conducted a narcotics investigation involving James Holden Gardner, an 18-year-old resident of San Rafael. As part of this investigation, an undercover detective participated in the purchase of suspected cocaine … [Read more...] about Cops bust San Rafael man on drug charges
Alleged burglar arrested in Marin Open House caper
Throughout the months of October and November, two different residential real estate Open Houses became the target for a burglar, posing as a Realtor. The Marin County Sheriff’s Office Investigations Division was able to identify the subject as Joshua Lamont, who has a history of committing similar … [Read more...] about Alleged burglar arrested in Marin Open House caper
Eric Lucan’s monthly newsletter
Hello -- Earlier this month we recognized the service and sacrifices of our veterans. I was honored to attend Marin's Annual Veterans Day ceremony and stand among so many in our community who have served our country. We are fortunate to have Sean Stephens leading the Marin County Veterans Service … [Read more...] about Eric Lucan’s monthly newsletter