“Sergeant Gilbert Polanco is an example of the best of CDCR and his passing deeply saddens us all. His dedication to public service will not be forgotten,” said California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation (CDCR) Secretary Ralph Diaz. “On behalf of a grateful department we extend our … [Read more...] about CDCR Secretary and San Quentin Acting Warden Issue Statements on Passing of Sergeant Gilbert Polanco
Smile of the Day
Brought to you by the ever-optimistic good people at the Novato Advance, the San Rafael News Pointer, the Ross Valley Reporter, the Mill Valley Herald, the Twin Cities Times and the Sausalito Marin Scope. Be well, stay safe and mask-up. … [Read more...] about Smile of the Day
Novato DUI checkpoint nets 12
One driver was arrested for DUI and 11 drivers were cited for having no valid drivers license in Novato. The checkpoint was conducted last Friday by the Novato Police Department. The checkpoint was held at the intersection of San Marin Drive and West Campus from 7 p.m. to 1 a.m. … [Read more...] about Novato DUI checkpoint nets 12
November ballot includes several local measures
San Rafael, CA – Marin County residents will have the opportunity November 3 to vote on local measures that include school and municipal issues. Written arguments for and against the measures may be filed before 4:30 p.m. August 17. Due to the COVID-19 … [Read more...] about November ballot includes several local measures
Fairfax Racial Equity and Social Justice Committee
A special Fairfax Town Council meeting will be held for the purpose of interviews for the Racial Equity and Social Justice Committee. The meeting will take place Wednesday, August 12, 2020, at 5:00 pm VIA TELECONFERENCE ONLY https://www.townoffairfax.org/watch-live-2/Cable TV Channels 27 and 99. … [Read more...] about Fairfax Racial Equity and Social Justice Committee
Pages From The Past: Thars gold in Novato! (100 years ago)
Mark Read/Pages From The Past (Editor’s Note: This feature is compiled by the Novato Historical Society and highlights news items from the Novato Advance.) 100 Years Ago August 1920 -- The Novato correspondent of the San Rafael Independent says: "We note with sorrow the announcement in … [Read more...] about Pages From The Past: Thars gold in Novato! (100 years ago)
Sailboat rescue
Fire Boat San Rafael (FBSR) was training on July 25, in the area between Tiburon and Angel Island when a request for a rescue tow came over Marine Emergency Channel 16. FBSR responded, helmed by Captain Barrow with Captain Rogerson and Engineer McCarthy on board. The vessel’s keel got stuck on an … [Read more...] about Sailboat rescue
Fire Crews Occupy the New PSC
On July 31, the crew of San Rafael Engine 51 along with the duty battalion chief officially relocated to their new quarters at the new Public Safety Center. On Aug. 21, Fire Administration and Emergency Services will leave the temporary facility at Marin Commons and move into the PSC. In the near … [Read more...] about Fire Crews Occupy the New PSC
New chapter in the history of the historic Trident in Sausalito
Larry Clinton/Sausalito Historical Society The Trident/Ondine building, at 558 Bridgeway, is on the market for $12,800,000. That location has been part of Sausalito’s history for nearly 150 years. In 1873 the San Francisco Yacht Club moved from its small clubhouse across the Bay and … [Read more...] about New chapter in the history of the historic Trident in Sausalito
DUI checkpoint this Friday in Novato
The Novato Police Department will be conducting a sobriety and driver’s license checkpoint on Friday, Aug. 7 at an undisclosed location within the city limits. The deterrent effect of DUI checkpoints is a proven enforcement tool effective in reducing the number of persons killed and injured in … [Read more...] about DUI checkpoint this Friday in Novato