It is with deep sorrow and heavy hearts that we announce the passing of our good friend and co-worker Captain Rick Addicks, a dedicated firefighter of the Ross Valley Fire Department. Captain Addicks served the County of Marin with bravery and commitment for over 22 years. He is survived by his wife … [Read more...] about Marin mourns passing of Capt. Rick Addicks
Marin health department warns cell phones unreliable in a disaster
Although Marin County relies on cell phones in disasters and accompanying power outages, the Marin County Health Department in its weekly newsletter reminded citizens that “cell phone function is not guaranteed in disasters.” Therefore, the NCRT – Novato Commuity Response Tam – has identified … [Read more...] about Marin health department warns cell phones unreliable in a disaster
Maddie Carpenter – April 13, 3:30-5 p.m. in Mill Valley Depot Plaza
On April 13th, Maddie Carpenter will perform at the Depot from 3:30-5pm. Carpenter is a breath of fresh air in the world of music. With her enchanting melodies and heartfelt storytelling, Carpenter effortlessly blends pop sensibilities with the timeless traditions of Americana. … [Read more...] about Maddie Carpenter – April 13, 3:30-5 p.m. in Mill Valley Depot Plaza
Bad journalism: Mainstream media downplays bomber’s left-wing causes
Sherman R. Frederick/Properly Subversive As a lifelong, card-carrying member of the so-called “mainstream media,” I can’t tell you how alarmed I am at the current state of journalism. Some news organizations today, I am sorry to say, shade the news to the extent it can’t be called journalism … [Read more...] about Bad journalism: Mainstream media downplays bomber’s left-wing causes
Biden Administration cancels salmon fishing for second year in a row; Rep. Huffman fumes
U.S. Rep. Jared Huffman (CA-02), Ranking Member of the House Natural Resources Subcommittee on Water, Wildlife, and Fisheries, today released the following statement critical of the Biden Administration's decision to cancel salmon fishing season off the California: “Last year’s California’s … [Read more...] about Biden Administration cancels salmon fishing for second year in a row; Rep. Huffman fumes
Marin 911: Homeless keep police hopping
COUNTY SHERIFF Porch Pirates: A citizen called deputies to Rincon Way in Santa Venetia after he saw a man and a woman in a car filled with Amazon boxes. Service provided. Carnival Break In: Someone broke into the carnival in San Rafael and shattered the windows of two food stands, tore up two … [Read more...] about Marin 911: Homeless keep police hopping
Peace Voice: Survival without bombs or borders
Robert C. Koehler/Peace Voice An enormous flash, a mushroom cloud, multi-thousands of human beings dead. We win! Nuclear weapons won’t go away, the cynics — the souls in despair — tell us. You can’t put the genie back in the bottle. You can’t, as Gen. James E. Cartwright, former head of U.S. … [Read more...] about Peace Voice: Survival without bombs or borders
Novato woman, 49, jailed for DUI in crash that sends man to the hospital with major injuries
From Novato Police Department social media post: April 9, 2024 - Last night, around 8PM, Novato Police Officers and Novato Fire Paramedics responded to the report of a major injury collision involving two vehicles, at the intersection of Rowland Blvd and Redwood Blvd. NPD Officers and NFD … [Read more...] about Novato woman, 49, jailed for DUI in crash that sends man to the hospital with major injuries
Sheep! Goats! All accounted for, sir!
The call came in from dispatch to Mill Valley Police Officer Preston. It wasn't your usual call about a burglary, a misbehaving person in the midst of a mental crisis or a car crash. The public good needed a shepherd. "Sheep!" "Goats!" The call said the herd was wandering around town. Now, … [Read more...] about Sheep! Goats! All accounted for, sir!
Insanity at the border, could Nevada’s senator help?
Sherman R. Frederick/Properly Subversive Nevada’s senior U.S. Senator, Catherine Cortez-Mastos, posted this sweet note to social media recently. It included a picture of her grandfather, a legal immigrant from Mexico, and this note: “When my grandfather came to America from Mexico, he didn't … [Read more...] about Insanity at the border, could Nevada’s senator help?