Sherman R. Frederick/Properly Subversive Like millions of Americans, Rolla Abdeljawad of Stillwater, Oklahoma, gets a lot of stuff off her chest via Facebook. She posts memes, quotes scripture and gives her own personal opinion about the world as we know it. No problem, it’s America, … [Read more...] about Beware the ‘Surveillance State,’ it’s real and it’s tuning in
San Anselmo Mayor Eileen Burke speaks out on rent control
By Teliha Draheim At the March 12, 2024 meeting of the San Anselmo Town Council, the topic of rent control was once again on the agenda, with a deciding vote about whether to proceed with crafting an ordinance or to have the outcome decided by a public vote in November. Mayor Burke’s viewpoints … [Read more...] about San Anselmo Mayor Eileen Burke speaks out on rent control
Alleged elder fraud scammer arrested in Marin
This report is from the Marin Sheriff's Department: Its unfortunate, but there are a number of different financial schemes that target one of our more vulnerable populations. Online Fraud Schemes have become much more prevalent in recent years and they are extremely sophisticated. Recently, … [Read more...] about Alleged elder fraud scammer arrested in Marin
Has judicial reform jumped the shark?
Sherman R. Frederick/Properly Subversive The cop killed in New York during a traffic stop started me thinking about some of the recent crime stories in Marin and wondering whether California's judicial reform movement is starting to hurt more than help. Or, in modern culture's terms: Has it … [Read more...] about Has judicial reform jumped the shark?
Ferry adds Saturday evening service from San Francisco to Sausalito
The Golden Gate Ferry will add evening service between San Francisco and Sausalito on Saturdays, Sundays, and holidays beginning Saturday, April 13. The new trip on their modified route schedule will leave San Francisco at 5:50 p.m. and arrive in Sausalito after a 30-minute … [Read more...] about Ferry adds Saturday evening service from San Francisco to Sausalito
County’s Virtual Internship Fair is April 9
Registration is open for the County of Marin’s Virtual Internship Fair, set for 9 a.m. to noon Tuesday, April 9. The free event is a prime opportunity for students in high school and at four-year and community colleges to line up the perfect connection and improve chances of full-time … [Read more...] about County’s Virtual Internship Fair is April 9
From Frances with Love — Part II
By Larry Clinton, Sausalito Historical Society Recently we brought you excerpts from Frances Reed Rideout’s memoirs of Sausalito in the 19th century. Here are some later recollections from the 1890s, lightly edited for continuity. By the time Frances was growing up, the village of Sausalito had … [Read more...] about From Frances with Love — Part II
Measles outbreak warning in Bay Area; immigrant shelters in Chicago tighten vaccination rules
With measles on the rise nationally, and recent cases locally, Marin County Public Health joins Bay Area health officials in urging everyone to be up to date on measles vaccinations and to watch for symptoms after travel or exposure. The best protection against measles is two doses of the … [Read more...] about Measles outbreak warning in Bay Area; immigrant shelters in Chicago tighten vaccination rules
County considers buying golf course for new fire headquarters
The County of Marin will consider an option Tuesday to buy a former golf course property in San Geronimo, creating an opportunity to develop a portion of the site into a new headquarters for the Marin County Fire Department. A public hearing on the proposal is scheduled for the April 2 … [Read more...] about County considers buying golf course for new fire headquarters
Marin’s long-term care facilities outbreak free, first time in four years
The Marin County Health Department reported on Friday (March 29) that for the first time in four years, there are no reported outbreaks of communicable diseases among Marin County’s long-term care facilities. This is due to waning seasonal respiratory viruses and improvements in infection … [Read more...] about Marin’s long-term care facilities outbreak free, first time in four years