The Fairfaxian/Mike Ghiringhelli ‘Twas the night before Christmas '22 all through Fax Town and nay to do Sleeping Citizens were snoring There was barely a sound When a sly council colluded To steal property and land The government was … [Read more...] about ‘Twas The Night … in Fax Town
Alert: Marin County offices closed for the holidays
Those who require onsite services from the County of Marin should take note that most County offices will be closed on consecutive Mondays in recognition of upcoming holidays. Offices at the Marin County Civic Center and other County facilities will be closed Monday, December 25, in recognition of … [Read more...] about Alert: Marin County offices closed for the holidays
Life Tribute: Manuel A.Rivera
Manuel A.Rivera March 15, 1959 - June 3 2023 Manuel was a long time resident of San Rafael. He worked as the most wonderful tree surgeon, gardener, property manager and ranch hand here and in Mendocino county. Born In El Salvador. Manuel made his way to Northern California to … [Read more...] about Life Tribute: Manuel A.Rivera
Life Tribute: Teresa Webb
Teresa Webb 1948 - 2023 Teresa Webb died peacefully at Kaiser Hospital in San Rafael, CA, on March 25, 2023, at the age of 74. She is survived by her children Emma, Clifford “Sonny” (Sarah Vickers-Webb), and Andrew “Andy” (Katherine Dilks-Webb); her sisters Heather McBride, Celeste … [Read more...] about Life Tribute: Teresa Webb
Fairfax passes EIR, housing plan amid complaints Council not listening to constituents
Ross Valley Reporter The Fairfax Town Council certified the Environmental Impact Report and adopted the 2023-2031 Housing Element at its meeting last week, Dec. 13. The vote was unanimous. The Council heard a presentation from Planning Director Jeff Beiswenger and the town’s consultant Dyett … [Read more...] about Fairfax passes EIR, housing plan amid complaints Council not listening to constituents
Planners approve that ‘ugly’ Novato Taco Bell
Mike Read/Pages From The Past 100 Years Ago December 1923 – Chicken Thieves – Several chicken houses in this valley have been raided and that of R.H. Trumbull is the latest, several hundred birds being stolen. There seems to be a gang who propose to thrive off the industry of others. In the … [Read more...] about Planners approve that ‘ugly’ Novato Taco Bell
Sam Brannan – California’s first millionaire
Larry Clinton/Sausalito Historical Society On the morning of Friday, July 31, 1846, Samuel Brannan sailed boldly into the mist-shrouded headlands of San Francisco Bay. His ship, the Brooklyn, carried 238 fellow Mormons, known as Saints. Their goal was to build a Mormon kingdom in the Mexican … [Read more...] about Sam Brannan – California’s first millionaire
Oh, the joy of shopping local
The View from The Hill/Lew Tremaine As is generally the case, I’ll be doing my Christmas shopping in Fairfax this year. Ever the procrastinator, it will likely be on Christmas Eve. It’s just my way. I have a few spots that I like to shop. The list starts with Fairfax Variety. It is the … [Read more...] about Oh, the joy of shopping local
Tip of the hat to those interns and volunteers who make the county sing
Marin County Special to Marinscope The Marin County Board of Supervisors has recognized 121 outstanding MarinShares volunteers and Marinterns students for their significant contributions to County departments. The group includes eight volunteers who gave 20 or more years of service — … [Read more...] about Tip of the hat to those interns and volunteers who make the county sing
Marin 911: Man calls cops for a blanket
MILL VALLEY Car Break-In: A phone, sun glasses and a backpack were reported taken on Dec. 11 from an unlocked car parked Plymouth Avenue. Abatement: An abandoned car on Blithedale was tagged on Dec. 11. It was reported parked “for over a week.” Need Blanket: A elderly person called … [Read more...] about Marin 911: Man calls cops for a blanket