SV hospital acquires Sonoma doctor’s office

Sonoma Valley Hospital has acquired Sonoma Family Practice, which will become part of the hospital’s group of specialty clinics effective July 2. Physicians John Schafer, MD, Daisy Manuel-Arguelles, DO and Subhash Mishra, MD will remain with the practice. The office, soon to expand with the... Continue

UPDATE: More details in Lakeville Highway murder

The man who died in a Santa Rosa hospital late Sunday night was shot at a suspected cockfighting arena on Lakeville Highway ranch, authorities say. Police responded to a 911 call as the victim, Julian Ramirez Ramirez, 45, of Richmond, was being driven to Petaluma... Continue

Fremont Diner – closed forever?

The Fremont Diner abruptly shut down this morning after letting employees know the restaurant has 'closed forever.' Tearful workers were still reacting to the unexpected news at about 9 a.m. The phone gas gone unanswered and no official announcement has been made by management, The well-reviewed... Continue

All in for England, even at 5 a.m.

Usually, the only way you’d find yourself at a bar at five in the morning is that you never went home the night before. But every four years, there’s a better, slightly saner reason: World Cup soccer. A crowd of about 20 England fans (and... Continue

Vintage Festival picks poster

The annual Valley of the Moon Vintage Festival, held each September, is an annual tradition. So is its accompanying poster, artwork chosen from community submissions to best represent local heritage and history. Jim “Murph” O’Donnell is this year’s winning artist with his poster, “The Last... Continue

A new chapter for departing Teen Services Sonoma chief

By Cristin Felso After almost 20 wonderful years serving the youth of Sonoma Valley through Teen Services Sonoma (TSS), and seven years as Executive Director, I will be moving on from my role here effective August 1. My husband, Paul, and I are moving up... Continue

Clear the (mental) clutter

By Kari Wishingrad / The Clean Sweep Previously, I’ve focused on clearing the physical clutter from your home and personal space. Now it’s time to take a closer look at emotional clutter. The biggest thing many of us need to de-clutter is mind negativity. You... Continue

Plaza protest against Trump’s ‘Zero Tolerance’ policy

A group of local activists gathered on Sonoma Plaza Wednesday evening to protest the Trump administration’s “Zero Tolerance” policy that that has resulted in the separation of some 2,000 children from their parents as they sought asylum at the U.S. border. The peaceful demonstration coincided... Continue

The roots of ecstasy

Seeking ecstasy in everyday life fuels consumption of drugs, alcohol and food, prompts gambling, high-risk behavior, and sexual adventure. All these things excite and stimulate, prompting the release of endorphins, hormones which lessen pain and produce pleasurable sensations. Yet, even pain is connected to ecstasy.... Continue

Of great men

It’s stirring to see strong athletes kneeling down for fairness and respect and standing up for liberty. Great men care about the common good. They’re not out in left field. Let’s put the good guys back in the news and movies. I’m ready to be... Continue