Recently Novato's finest responded to a call for service on the De Long Ave overpass, that initially appeared to be a collision involving three cars. Surprise! No crash in sight. Turns out, a furry friend was playing hide-and-seek under one of the cars. Luckily, the driver spotted our panicked … [Read more...] about ‘Cat-astrophe’ averted in Novato
Your guide to King Tides this winter
San Rafael, CA – During the hot summer months, it can be easy to forget that the winter brings rain and flooding to Marin County. Tide-related flooding can happen whether it is raining or not, but the flooding can increase significantly if elevated tides occur during a storm. Seasonal high … [Read more...] about Your guide to King Tides this winter
Ooops! Hate it when that happens
Earlier today (10/15), Novato Police Officers responded to initial reports of a vehicle that collided into the side of a building at Community First Bank on Novato Blvd. Novato Fire Protection District also responded to assess any injuries. Subsequent investigation revealed that the driver was … [Read more...] about Ooops! Hate it when that happens
County adopts roadmap for 100% electric Marin
The County of Marin now has a guiding document in place to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and fossil fuel use. The Marin County Board of Supervisors voted unanimously on October 15 to approve a final Marin County Electrification Roadmap following months of public outreach and subsequent … [Read more...] about County adopts roadmap for 100% electric Marin
Mary Sackett reaches out for Marinwood housing project
Dear Neighbors, I am reaching out with a reminder that the Marin County Community Development Agency is hosting an open house event this Tuesday, October 15 from 5:30 PM to 7:30 PM for the community to learn more about the proposed Marinwood Plaza housing project. … [Read more...] about Mary Sackett reaches out for Marinwood housing project
Smoke on Mt. Tam? Don’t panic, it’s probably a planned burn
Plans are underway for a prescribed burn on Mount Tamalpais State Park and watershed lands that may take place in the coming days. Burn planners ask the community to refrain from calling 9-1-1 to report smoke from the burn area allowing dispatchers to remain available for emergencies. The Marin … [Read more...] about Smoke on Mt. Tam? Don’t panic, it’s probably a planned burn
Mill Valley student points phone like a gun, pretends to shoot classmates
Editor’s note: We read the police reports available in Marin County and sniff out the stuff you need to know. It’s our job. MILL VALLEY Dogs Barking: On Sept. 26, Mill Valley’s finest were alerted to dogs barking in the Amicita Avenue area. Service provided. Phone Gun: The assistant … [Read more...] about Mill Valley student points phone like a gun, pretends to shoot classmates
Alleged Oakland drug dealer arrested by Marin cops
In February of 2024, members of the Marin County Specialized Investigative Unit initiated an investigation into a David Lester, a 56-year-old Oakland resident known to be selling illegal narcotics in Marin County. Undercover Detectives were able to purchase illegal narcotics from Lester on … [Read more...] about Alleged Oakland drug dealer arrested by Marin cops
Electrification of Marin on the county docket
The following provides a list of selected highlights from the Marin County Board of Supervisors agenda and is not meant to be an exhaustive list of the entire agenda. The County posts and distributes a full agenda for each Board of Supervisors meeting on the Thursdays prior … [Read more...] about Electrification of Marin on the county docket
Marin 911: Sheriff determines ‘negative merit to Satan’
Editor's note: We read the police reports available in Marin County and sniff out the stuff you need to know. It's our job. SAUSALITO Hobo Sleeps: On Oct. 3 a homeless person was reported sleeping behind a building on Bridgeway. People were afraid to approach him. He had a shopping cart full … [Read more...] about Marin 911: Sheriff determines ‘negative merit to Satan’