A protest on Columbus Day resulted in five people charged with felony vandalism in Downtown San Rafael. The protest organizers identified themselves to the Independent Journal newspaper as members of the Coast Miwok group. About 40 people were involved in the protest at St. Raphael Church in San … [Read more...] about Protest topples statue; church holds exorcism
Oct. 24 is take-back-the-drugs day
An unprecedented pandemic, wildfires, and smoke, coupled with the persistent threats of power outages and economic uncertainty, have produced an extraordinarily stressful environment. In desperation, many may turn to use of substances to relieve that stress. “Our environment affects our mental … [Read more...] about Oct. 24 is take-back-the-drugs day
Thomas A. Nibbe: Form and Substance
The Rev. Thomas Nibbe Sunday, October 18 Would you pray with me? Lord God, Today help me to take care of the practical necessities of my life...but in addition...help me to focus upon what you are calling me to identify. As you work within, may I seek to understand who I am, rather … [Read more...] about Thomas A. Nibbe: Form and Substance
Safe voting instructions
The Marin County Public Health and the Marin County Elections Department are in perfect harmony on their most timely message: If you haven’t voted in the November 3 General Election yet, voting by mail is the safest option during the COVID-19 pandemic. Municipal … [Read more...] about Safe voting instructions
CEO of software company indicted for tax evasion
A federal grand jury in San Francisco, California, returned a thirty-nine count indictment charging Robert T. Brockman, the Chief Executive Officer of an Ohio-based software company, with tax evasion, wire fraud, money laundering, and other offenses, announced U.S. Attorney David L. Anderson for the … [Read more...] about CEO of software company indicted for tax evasion
CEO enters into non-prosecution agreement
SAN FRANCISCO – Robert F. Smith, the Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of a San Francisco based private equity company, entered into a Non-Prosecution Agreement (the agreement) with the Department of Justice, for his involvement from 2000 through 2015 in an illegal scheme to conceal income and … [Read more...] about CEO enters into non-prosecution agreement
Everything you need to know about building an ADU in Marin
Several new tools are now available for homeowners interested in building an accessory dwelling unit (ADU), also known as a second unit, a granny flat, an in-law unit, or a converted garage. Help is available whether a property owner wants to generate extra income, create more housing for the local … [Read more...] about Everything you need to know about building an ADU in Marin
School Update: Many kids will be home through the holidays
Marinscope (Novato residents: To start a no obligation free trial home delivery of the Novato Advance, email Publisher Sherm Frederick at shermfrederick@gmail.com.) There will be new meaning for “home for holidays” for students in Novato and San Marin high school students. They will remain at … [Read more...] about School Update: Many kids will be home through the holidays
Slow down, take in ‘The Golden Hour’
By Derek Wilson Marinscope When the sun sinks down over the water, life starts to slow down and the world takes on a golden hue. This is the so-called “Golden Hour.” The O’Hanlon Center for the Arts in Mill Valley is hosting an online exhibit of paintings, photographs and sculptures … [Read more...] about Slow down, take in ‘The Golden Hour’
5 cited for vandalizing Junipero Serra statue at San Rafael church
A protest on Columbus Day resulted in five people charged with felony vandalism in Downtown San Rafael. The protest organizers identified themselves to the Independent Journal newspaper as members of the Coast Miwok group. About 40 people were involved in the protest at St. Raphael Church in San … [Read more...] about 5 cited for vandalizing Junipero Serra statue at San Rafael church