Larry Clinton Sausalito Historical Society The reopening of Dunphy Park, after more than a year’s worth of improvements, brings to mind the man who gave the park its name: distinguished Sausalitan Earl Dunphy. Last year the Historical Society’s Nora Sawyer described how the park was … [Read more...] about Earl Dunphy, the Man Behind the Park
Marin Cop Log: The Mill Valley racist yeller strikes again
Mill Valley Sept. 10 - 17, 2020 ‘This Is Not Mexico’: Not for the first time, mind you, a man on Miller Avenue was heard to scream “This is Mill Valley, Not Mexico.” The person suspected of being the racist voice in the nightr was, once again, talked to by police and told in no uncertain terms … [Read more...] about Marin Cop Log: The Mill Valley racist yeller strikes again
How we survived COVID-19
(Editor’s Note: This is part of an ongoing project by the Novato Historical Guide preserving the stories of how everyday people coped with COVID-19 pandemic in 2020.) By Barry Smail Novato Historical Guild “I’m conservative by nature, so always wear a mask,” declares Novato resident Rick … [Read more...] about How we survived COVID-19
Baywood artists paint Marin open spaces
Marinscope Brushstrokes add the fading light to lakes and the surrounding hillsides. The sunset begins to cast shadows across the canvas. Mill Valley artist Michael Friedland said, “I would say that my paintings are pretty much just that -- a reflection of the natural world. Certainly … [Read more...] about Baywood artists paint Marin open spaces
Letter: Get Ready To Vote
Dear editor, Registrar of Voters, Lynda Roberts, and her staff at the Marin County Elections Department are dedicated to running a safe, secure, and accessible election as we all deal with the challenges of the COVID19 pandemic. The League of Women Voters is supporting the Elections … [Read more...] about Letter: Get Ready To Vote
Best Guess Horoscope For The Week of Sept. 22
For the Week of Sept. 16 Libra -- Sept. 23 thru Oct. 22 Work will inform you of random drug testing in the office. Tell the boss “no thanks.” You grew up in Marin. You’ve already tested most of them. Scorpio -- Oct. 23 thru Nov. 21 You’ll’ get along with everyone this week. Even people … [Read more...] about Best Guess Horoscope For The Week of Sept. 22
Novato PD resumes normal lobby hours
The Novato Police Department will resume normal front lobby activities beginning immediately. Normal hours are Monday through Thursday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. The lobby was previously closed due to COVID-19 concerns. The PD press release: "You are still able to report an emergency by phone by calling … [Read more...] about Novato PD resumes normal lobby hours
Harry Reid’s legacy
It’s history now, but let’s not forget Sen. Harry Reid’s role in the RBG Vortex of Hypocrisy. It had long been tradition that the Senate approved judicial appointments by a higher threshold than a simple majority. Reid persuaded Democrats to chuck that and invoke the “nuclear option.” … [Read more...] about Harry Reid’s legacy
Get your flu shot now
Sherman R. Frederick Marinscope As Marin heads into the 2020-2021 flu season with COVID-19 still hanging about, experts mince no words about how to protect yourself going into these potentially dangerous times: Get vaccinated for flu now. The flu season is expected to hit Marin in the … [Read more...] about Get your flu shot now
Au contraire, Sen. Dianne, the ‘height of hypocrisy’ is never, ever, reached
By Sherman R. Frederick Battle Born Media If you’re in your 20s and you’ve never seen American hypocrisy in full bloom, you are in for a magnificent display. Every single member of the Senate and the House of Representatives -- including all of our own Marin political luminaries -- will … [Read more...] about Au contraire, Sen. Dianne, the ‘height of hypocrisy’ is never, ever, reached